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14. The AccESS unit does not have any user-serviceable parts. Do not disassemble the inverter
except where noted for connecting wiring and cabling. See your Warranty for instructions on
obtaining service. Attempting to service the components inside the AccESS unit yourself
may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire and void the Warranty. Internal capacitors
remain charged after all power is disconnected
– wait 10 minutes before servicing.
15. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC power from the AccESS
unit before attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any components
connected to the inverter.
1.2
– Safety & Protective Features
1.2.1
– 80A Breaker
All PHI 3.8 batteries within the AccESS unit are outfitted with an 80A hydraulic/magnetic circuit breaker
which will show a white base when tripped. This breaker increases safety during shipping and
installations and allows the PHI 3.8 b
attery to effectively be turned “OFF” or “ON.” The breaker works in
conjunction with the built-in battery management system (BMS) and creates additional safety, efficiency
and functionality to the overall power storage system.
Figure 1.0 - PHI 3.8 kWh 51.2V
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80A Circuit Breaker
CAUTION:
Circuit Breakers, Disconnects and Fuses should be employed throughout several points of a
power storage and generation installation to effectively isolate and protect all components of the system
to safeguard against faults, short circuits, polarity reversals or a failure of any component in the overall
system. Fuses, breakers, wiring ratings and values should be determined by established standards and
evaluated by certified electricians, licensed installers, and regional code authorities. Although each PHI
3.8 battery contains both an 80 Amp circuit breaker and an internal BMS with circuitry that protects the
Lithium Ferrous Phosphate cells from overcharge, over-discharge and excessive load amperage, the PHI
batteries must always be installed with a charge controller and the appropriate settings to protect the PHI
3.8 battery from open PV voltage and other high voltage charging sources.
The PHI 3.8 Battery
Management System (BMS) and built-in circuit breaker alone will not protect the PHI batteries
from extreme electrical conditions.
Failure to adhere to installation protocol will void the Warranty.
CAUTION:
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
battery terminals will void the Warranty and destroy the PHI batteries.
