REV111819
SimpliPhi Power, Inc. | 3100 Camino Del Sol | Oxnard, CA 93030, USA | (805) 640-6700 | info@simpliphipower.com |
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– Important Safety Information
THE ACCESS UNIT AND PHI BATTERIES CONTAINED WITHIN THE UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED
ACCORDING TO THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL AND THE PHI
BATTERY INSTALLATION MANUAL. ALL ACCESS UNIT OPERATION MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE SETTINGS AND CONFIGURATION OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO ADHERE
TO EITHER THE ACCESS INSTALLATION MANUAL OR THE PHI BATTERY INSTALLATION
MANUAL WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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– Safety Instructions
1.
Before using the unit, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit, the PHI
batteries, and all appropriate sections of this manual.
2.
PHI batteries must be fully charged before commissioning the AccESS unit (i.e. before
turning on connected loads). Failure to do so will void the Warranty.
3.
Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons and will void the Warranty.
4.
Verify system settings are in compliance with the Battery Warranty and Battery Installation
Manual (which take precedence). Violating Warranty conditions specified in these
documents will void the Warranty on the PHI batteries.
5.
Consult the Integration Guide for Sol-Ark equipment settings as well as relevant warnings
and notices.
All Integration Guides are posted on SimpliPhi’s Product Documentation web
page (https://simpliphipower.com/product-documentation/). Violating Warranty conditions
specified in the Sol-Ark Integration Guide will void the Warranty on the entire AccESS unit,
not just the Sol-Ark equipment.
6.
Each AccESS unit contains four or six PHI 3.8 batteries. Although each PHI 3.8 battery
contains both a circuit breaker and an internal BMS with circuitry that protects the PHI 3.8
battery cells from overcharge, over-discharge and excessive load amperage, the PHI
batteries must always be installed with appropriate Balance of System equipment settings
and power electronics to protect the PHI 3.8 from open solar PV voltage and other high
voltage charging sources. Do not attempt to replace existing power electronics without
SimpliPhi’s written approval. Failure to adhere to installation protocol will void the Warranty.
7.
Verify polarity at all connections with a standard volt meter before 1) energizing the system
and 2) turning the PHI 3.8 circuit breaker
’s “ON/OFF” switch to the “ON” position. Reverse
polarity at the PHI 3.8 battery terminals will void the Warranty and destroy the PHI batteries.
8.
PHI batteries pose some risk of shock or sparking during the installation and initial wiring
and connection process. This is consistent with all other battery-based storage formats. Be
sure to turn the built-in circuit
breaker to the “OFF” position to minimize the risk of shock or
sparks during the installation and commissioning of the system.
9.
To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing wiring is in good condition
and that wire is not undersized. Do not operate the AccESS unit with damaged or
substandard wiring. This will void the Warranty.
10. Do not operate the AccESS unit if it has been damaged in any way during shipping or
otherwise.
11. Only use a SimpliPhi approved LFP battery charger if ancillary charging is required before
installation, testing or troubleshooting. Failure to use a SimpliPhi approved LFP battery
charger will damage the PHI 3.8 battery and void the Warranty. Refer to the PHI 3.8 Manual
for details regarding SimpliPhi-approved ancillary charging equipment.
12. To reduce the chance of short-circuits, always use insulated tools when installing or working
with this equipment.
13. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when
working with electrical equipment.
