Deye AI-W5.1-B User Manual
Deye AI-W5.1-B User Manual
Deye AI-W5.1-B User Manual
V1.3
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About This Manual
The manual mainly describes the product information, guidelines for installation, operation, and
maintenance. The manual cannot include complete information about the solar photovoltaic-
energy storage hybrid system.
1 Safety Introductions
Reminding
1) It is very important and necessary to read the user manual carefully (in the accessories)
before installing or using battery. Failure to do so or to follow any of the instructions or
warnings in this document can result in electrical shock, serious injury, or death, or can
damage battery, potentially rendering it inoperable.
2) If the battery is stored for long time, it is required to charge them every six months, and
the SOC should be no less than 50%.
3) Battery needs to be recharged within 48 hours after fully discharged.
4) Do not expose cable outside.
5) All the battery terminals must be disconnected for maintenance.
6) Please contact the supplier within 24 hours if there is something abnormal.
7) Do not use cleaning solvents to clean battery.
8) Do not expose battery to flammable or harsh chemicals or vapors.
9) Do not paint any part of Battery, include any internal or external components.
10) Do not connect battery with PV solar wiring directly.
11) The warranty claims are excluded for direct or indirect damage due to items above.
12) Any foreign object is prohibited to insert into any part of battery.
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Warning
1) After unpacking, please check product and packing list first, if product is damaged or lack
of parts, please contact with the local retailer.
2) Before installation, be sure to cut off the grid power and make sure the battery is in the
turned-off mode.
3) Wiring must be correct, do not mistake the positive and negative cables, and ensure no
short circuit with the external device.
It is prohibited to connect the battery and AC power directly.
4) Please ensured the electrical parameters of battery system are compatible to related
equipment.
5) Keep the battery away from water and fire.
1.2 In Using
1) If the battery system needs to be moved or repaired, the power must be cut off and the
battery is completely shut down.
2) It is prohibited to connect the battery with different type of Battery.
3) It is prohibited to put the batteries working with faulty or incompatible inverter.
4) It is prohibited to disassemble the battery.
5) In case of fire, only dry fire extinguishers can be used. Liquid fire extinguishers are forbid-
den.
6) Please do not open, repair, or disassemble the battery except staffs from DEYE or author-
ized by DEYE. We do not undertake any consequences or related responsibility which be-
cause of violation of safety operation or violating of design, production, and equipment
safety standards.
2 Introduction
AI-W5.1-B lithium iron phosphate battery is one of new energy storage products
developed and produced by DEYE, it can be used to support reliable power for various
types of equipment and systems.
AI-W5.1-B is especially suitable for application scene of high power, limited
installation space and long cycle life.
AI-W5.1-B has built-in BMS battery management system, which can manage and
monitor cells information including voltage, current and temperature. What’s more,
BMS can balance cells charging and discharging to extend cycle life.
Multiple batteries can connect in parallel for larger capacity and longer power
supporting duration requirements.
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2.1 Product Features
This section details the interface functions of the front and side panel.
IN port
Parallel Communication Terminal: (RJ45 port) Connect “out” Terminal of Previous battery
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for communication between multiple parallel batteries.
Battery negative
The battery system charge and discharge negative port.
Battery positive
The battery system charge and discharge positive port.
BMS Switch
BMS Switch: to turn ON/OFF the BMS of the entire battery system.
OUT port
Parallel Communication Terminal: (RJ45 port) Connect “IN” Terminal of next battery for
communication between multiple parallel batteries.
PCS port
Inverter communication terminal: (RJ45 port) follow the CAN protocol (baud rate: 500K),
used to output battery information to the inverter.
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BMS function:
Protection and Alarm Management and Monitor
Charge/Discharge End Intelligent Protect Mode
Charge Over Voltage Intelligent Charge Mode
Discharge Under Voltage Protect, Charge Current Limit
Charge/Discharge Over Current Intelligent Protect Mode
High/Low Temperature(cell/BMS) Intelligent Protect Mode
Short Circuit Protect
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SOC LED: 5 blue LEDs, battery capacity indicator, each light represents 20% capacity.
Alarm off
Blink
Other LEDs are same as
System error/Protect off above
long bright
Upgrade Blink Fastly
Critical Error Blink Slowly
RUN LED: green, keep flashing when the power switch is on.
ALARM LED: yellow, flashes when battery has alarm.
ERROR LED: red, long bright if battery is protected.
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1. Module dock terminals 2. Screw hole
Other Parameter
Recommend Depth of Discharge 90%
System Dimension (W/D/H, mm) 720*255*569 720*255*850 720*255*1131 720*255*1412 720*255*1693 720*255*1974
System Weight (kg) 74.5 127.5 180.5 233.5 286.5 339.5
Battery module: 3LED (working, alarming, protecting),
Master LED Indicator
PDU module: 5LED(SOC:20%~100%)&3LED (working, alarming, protecting)
IP Rating of Enclosure IP65(after stacking)
Operating Temperature Charge: 0~55℃ / Discharge: -20℃~55℃
Storage Temperature 0~35℃
Humidity 5%~95%
Altitude ≤2000m
Installation Floor-Mounted
Communication Port CAN2.0, RS485
Cycle Life ≥6000(25℃±2℃,0.5C/0.5C,90%DOD,70%EOL)
Certification UN38.3, IEC62619, CE, UK, VDE2510-50, CEI 0-21, CE-LVD, CEC
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Battery PDU1 720*255*238(W/D/H, mm), 15kg
Battery Module 720*255*300(W/D/H, mm), 53kg
Battery Base 720*255*68(W/D/H, mm), 6.5kg
[1] DC Usable Energy, test conditions: 90% DOD, 0.5C charge & discharge at 25°C. System usable energy may vary due to
system configuration parameters.
[2] The current is affected by temperature and SOC.
[3] Conditions apply, refer to Deye Warranty Letter.
[4] Made in China.
The picture is only an effect picture, please refer to the actual product, the final interpre-
tation right belongs to DEYE.
3 Parts List
Check the equipment before installation. Please make sure nothing is damaged in the pack-
age. You should have received the items in the following package.
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3.2 Li-ion Battery Pack packaging box Parts List
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4 Preparations for Installation
4.2 Tools
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NOTE:
Use properly insulated tools to prevent accident tale electric shock or short circuits.
If insulated tools are not available, cover the entire exposed metal surfaces of the available
tools, except their tips, with electrical tape.
It is recommended to wear the following safety gear when dealing with the battery pack.
5 Installation instructions
Please avoid direct sunlight, rain exposure, snow laying up during installation and
operation.
Make sure that the installation location meets the following conditions:
Indoor installation.
The installation area shall avoid of direct sunlight.
The floor and walls are completely water proof.
The wall is flat and level.
There are no flammable or explosive materials.
The ambient temperature is within the range from -20°C to 50°C. Not in the cool air directly.
There is minimal dust and dirt in the area.
The distance from heat source is more than 2 meters.
The distance from air outlet of inverter is more than 0.5 meters.
Do not place at a children or pet touchable area.
There are no mandatory ventilation requirements for battery module, but please avoid of in-
stallation in confined area. Do not cover or wrap the battery case or cabinet.
The aeration shall avoid of high salinity, humidity, or temperature. Not in environment of
precipitation or humidity (>95%).
Not higher than altitude of about 2000 meters above sea level.
CAUTION
Cleaning. Before installing and powering up the system, dust and iron filings must be removed
to keep the environment clean. The system cannot be installed in desert areas without a shell to
protect against sand.
CAUTION
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Temperature. If the ambient temperature is outside the operating range, the battery pack stops
operating to protect itself. The optimal temperature range for the battery pack to operate is 15°C
to 35°C.
Frequent exposure to harsh temperatures may deteriorate the performance and life of the bat-
tery pack.
CAUTION
Fire extinguisher system. For safety, it is best to have a fire extinguisher system. The fire protec-
tion system needs to be checked regularly to keep it in normal condition. For use and mainte-
nance requirements, follow local fire equipment guidelines.
CAUTION
Grounding system. Before the battery is installed, it must be determined that the basement
grounding point is stable and reliable. If the battery system is installed in a separate equipment
compartment (such as a container), the grounding of the cabin must be stable and reliable.
The resistance of the grounding system is not less than 0.1Ω
CAUTION
Handling and placement. The weight of the single battery module is 53kg. If there is no han-
dling tool, at least 2 persons must carry it.
The battery module must be installed by at least two persons using movable handles.
The PDU and Base are light to handle and place and can be installed by a single person.
CAUTION
Remember that this battery is heavy! Please be careful when lilting out from the package.
The battery module must be installed by at least two persons using movable handles.
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Battery module parallel operation spacing diagram:
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ii. Open the battery box, take a battery module out. Hold the handle of both batteries with your
hands easy for lifting. Put one battery module on the base. Insert the plug on the base into
the port on the battery. Pay attention to the direction of the mod- ule to make sure that
the blind-mating connectors of the module and the base are at the same side.
iii.Plug the upper battery module connector into the lower battery connector. Repeat the
operations for other battery modules.
iv.Install the wall fixing plate (PDU part) to the PDU. To do this, follow the instructions below to
install and tighten them on the back side of PDU (torque: 2 Nm).
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v. After all battery modules are stacked, put the PDU on top of the battery modules.
vi.Fix the connection between the battery module and the base, between battery modules, and
between PDU and battery module with screws (M4*6). To do this, use a Phillips screwdriver
to tighten the screws through the holes on them.
vii. Hold the wall fixing plate (wall part) where it intends to be mounted on the wall and mark
the position of the drill holes. Please pay attention that there may be power cables or other
supply lines (e.g., gas or water) routed inside of the wall. Ensure that no lines are laid in the
wall, which could be damaged when drilling holes.
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viii. Set the wall fixing plate (wall part) aside and drill the marked holes. Choose the recom-
mend drill head (10mm) to drill 2 holes on the wall,100mm-110mm deep. Put the wall
fixing plate (wall part) in front of the holes, then insert the expansion screw of M6*100 and
tighten.
ix.Fix the two hangers (wall part and PDU part) with M4X12 screws, using a cylinder screw-
driver (10 mm) to tighten it (torque: 2 Nm).
Step 1
First, fix the support and base with screws(M10*20).
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Step 2
Fix the height of the expansion frame with screws(M8*70).
The distance between the holes of the retractable support is 25mm.
The maximum length of the retractable bracket is 605mm and the minimum length is 305mm.
Retractable legs (dashed frame) are optional and can be added according to demand.
Step 3
Stack battery packs to complete the installation
And make sure the wall fixing plate is attached to the wall.
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5.3 Grounding description
Use a torque wrench to unfasten the M4 screws on the base and remove the ground wire (the
yellow and green wire as shown in Section 3.1) from the accessory bag. Lock M4 screws and install
the product ground point (as shown in the following figure). Install the other end according to local
regulations.
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5.4 Electrical Connection
5.4.1 Single Battery System (It is suitable for scenarios where the inverter power ≤
12kW)
CAUTION
It should be noted that the maximum current of single battery system is 250A (inverter
power must not exceed 12kW), exceeding 250A will cause heating of the connectors and
cable, and in severe cases, it will cause a fire accident.
If the inverter power exceeds 12kW, the connection mode must be used Multiple Battery
System!
Schematic diagram of connection of single battery system:
5.4.2 Multiple Battery System (It is suitable for scenarios where the inverter power ≥
12kW)
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or larger capacity systems:
Parallel connection:
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Two batteries are connected in parallel, with one end connected to the positive and negative poles
of the other battery pack, the positive pole connected to the positive pole, and the negative pole
connected to the negative pole. A network cable is used to connect the OUT communication
interface of one battery pack, and the other end connected to the IN communication port of the
other battery pack. The battery connected to OUT communication is the first battery, the battery
connected to IN communication is the second battery, and so on.
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5.6 Visual Inspection of the Connection
④ Turn on BMS Switch. The green working light on the front panel of the battery flashes,
indicating that the battery system is normal.
⑤ Complete boot.
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Power down steps:
① Turn off the PCS switch.
② Press the battery module button.
③Turn off PDU power circuit breaker.
④ Turn off the battery module circuit breaker.
⑤Complete shutdown.
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6 Inspection, Cleaning and Maintenance
The battery product is not fully charged. It is recommended that the installation be com-
pleted within 3 months after arrival;
During the maintenance process, do not re-install the battery in the battery product. Oth-
erwise, the performance of the battery will be reduced;
It is forbidden to dismantle any battery in the battery product, and it is forbidden to dis-
sect the battery;
After the battery product is over-discharged, it is recommended to charge the battery
within 48 hours. The battery product can also be charged in parallel. After the battery
product is connected in parallel, the charger only needs to connect the output port of any
product battery.
Never attempt to open or dismantle the battery! The inside of the battery does not con-
tain serviceable parts.
Disconnect the Li-Ion battery from all loads and charging devices before performing
cleaning and maintenance activities.
Place the enclosed protective caps over the terminals before cleaning and maintenance
activities to avoid the risk of contacting the terminals.
6.2 Inspection
Inspect for loose and/or damaged wiring and contacts, cracks, deformations, leakage, or
damage of any other kind. If damage to the battery is found, it must be replaced. Do not
attempt to charge or use a damaged battery. Do not touch the liquid from a ruptured
battery.
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Regularly check the battery’s state of charge. Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries will slowly
self-discharge when not in use or whilst in storage.
Consider replacing the battery with a new one if you note either of the following condi-
tions:
- The battery run time drops below 70% of the original run time.
- The battery charge time increases significantly.
6.3 Cleaning
If necessary, clean the Li-Ion battery with a soft, dry cloth. Never use liquids, solvents, or
abrasives to clean the Li-Ion battery.
6.4 Maintenance
The Li-Ion battery is maintenance free. Charge the battery to approximately > 80% of its ca-
pacity at least once every year to preserve the battery’s capacity.
6.5 Storage
The battery product should be stored in a dry, cool, and cool environment;
Generally, the maximum storage period at room temperature is 6 months. When the bat-
tery is stored over 6 months, it is recommended to check the battery voltage. If the volt-
age is higher than 51.2V, it can continue to store the battery. In addition, it is needed to
check the voltage at least once a month until the voltage is lower than 51.2V. When the
voltage of the battery is lower than 51.2V, it must to be charged according to the charg-
ing strategy.
The charging strategy is as follows: discharge the battery to the cutoff voltage with
0.2C(20A) current, and then charge with 0.2C(20A) current for about 3 hours. Keep the
SOC of the battery at 40%-60% when stored;
When the battery product is stored, the source of ignition or high temperature should be
avoided and it should be kept away from explosive and flammable areas.
7 Troubleshooting
To determine the status of the battery system, users must use additional battery status
monitoring software to examine the protection mode. Refer to the installation manual about
using the monitoring software. Once the user knows the protection mode, refer to the fol-
lowing sections for solutions.
Table 7-1: Troubleshooting
Fault Generation
Fault Type Possible Causes Troubleshooting
condition
The welding point for cell
The cell voltage
voltage sampling is loose or
sampling circuit is
disconnected.
faulty. Replace the
BMS fault The voltage sampling terminal
The cell temperature battery.
is disconnected.
sampling circuit is
The fuse in the voltage
faulty
sampling circuit is blown.
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The cell temperature sensor
has failed.
Due to large self- discharge,
the cell over discharges to
below 2.0V after long term
Electrochemical The voltage of the cell Replace the
storage.
cell fault is low or unbalanced. battery.
The cell is damaged by external
factors, and short circuits,
pinpricks, or crushing occur.
If the battery
The busbar input voltage
cannot be
The cell voltage is exceeds the normal value.
recovered due to
greater than 3.65 V in Cells are not consistent. The
Overvoltage protection against
charging state. capacity of some cells
protection abnormality
The battery voltage is deteriorates too fast or the
contact local
greater than 58.4 V. internal resistance of some
engineers to
cells is too high.
rectify the fault.
The mains power failure has
The battery voltage is lasted for a long time.
less than 40V. Cells are not consistent. The
Under voltage
The minimum cell capacity of some cells Same as above.
protection
voltage is less than deteriorates too fast or the
2.5V internal resistance of some
cells is too high.
Charge or dis- The battery ambient
The maximum cell
charge high temperature is too high.
temperature is greater Same as above.
temperature There are abnormal heat
than 60◦C
protection sources around
Charge low The minimum cell
The battery ambient
temperature temperature is less Same as above.
temperature is too low.
protection than 0◦C
Discharge low The minimum cell
The battery ambient
temperature temperature is less Same as above.
temperature is too low.
protection than -20◦C
By checking the above data and sending the data to the service personnel of our company,
the service personnel of our company will reply the corresponding solution after receiving
the data.
8 Battery recovery
Aluminum, copper, lithium, iron, and other metal materials are recovered from discarded
LiFePO4 batteries by advanced hydrometallurgical process, and the comprehensive recovery
efficiency can reach 80%. The specific process steps are as follows:
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8.1 Recovery process and steps of cathode materials
Aluminum foil as collector is amphoteric metal. Firstly, it is dissolved in NaOH alkali solution
to make aluminum enter the solution in the form of NaAlO2. After filtration, the filtrate is
neutralized with sulfuric acid solution and precipitated to obtain Al (OH)3. When the pH val-
ue is above 9.0, most of the aluminum precipitates, and the obtained Al (OH)3 can reach the
level of chemical purity after analysis.
The filter residue is dissolved with sulfuric acid and hydrogen peroxide, so that lithium iron
phosphate enters the solution in the form of Fe2 (SO4) 3 and Li2SO4, and is separated from
carbon black and carbon coated on the surface of lithium iron phosphate. After filtration
and separation, the pH value of the filtrate is adjusted with NaOH and ammonia water. First,
iron is precipitated with Fe (OH) 3, and the remaining solution is precipitated with saturated
Na2CO3 solution at 90 ℃.
Since FePO4 is slightly dissolved in nitric acid, the filter residue is dissolved with nitric acid
and hydrogen peroxide, which directly precipitates FePO4, separates impurities such as car-
bon black from acid solution, leaches Fe (OH) 3 from filter residue respectively, and precipi-
tates Li2CO3 with saturated Na2CO3 solution at 90 ℃.
The recovery process of anode materials is relatively simple. After the separation of anode
plates, the purity of copper can be more than 99%, which can be used for further refining
electrolytic copper.
The battery products should be transported after packaging and during the transportation
process, severe vibration, impact, or extrusion should be prevented to prevent sun and rain.
It can be transported using vehicles such as cars, trains, and ships.
Always check all applicable local, national, and international regulations before transporting
a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery.
Transporting an end-of-life, damaged, or recalled battery may, in certain cases, be specially
limited or prohibited.
The transport of the Li-Ion battery falls under hazard class UN3480, class 9. For transport
over water, air and land, the battery falls within packaging group PI965 Section I.
Use Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods and UN Identification labels for transportation
of lithium-ion batteries which are assigned Class 9. Refer to relevant transportation docu-
ments.
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Figure 9-1: Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods and UN Identification Label
10 Compatible with inverter type
lnverter model :
SUN-3K-SG03LP1-EU
SUN-3.6K-SG03LP1-EU
SUN-5K-SG03LP1-EU
SUN-6K-SG03LP1-EU
SUN-5KSG04LP3-EU
SUN-6KSG04LP3-EU
SUN-8KSG04LP3-EU
SUN-10KSG04LP3-EU
SUN-12KSG04LP3-EU
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