Betriebsanleitung Element-V9 EN

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VARTA element
VARTA Storage GmbH
Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017 Version 09

Congratulations!
You have opted for an energy storage system from VARTA Storage
GmbH! We are pleased that in doing so, you chose a durable
system for which we considered quality paramount. Please read
through these instructions carefully. They describe how to operate
and use the battery.
Have fun storing power!
Guidance for the qualified electrician
The first part of this manual contains general

information on how to use the VARTA element
energy storage system.
Further information can be found in the

“Installation”, “Operation in the password-
protected area” and “Maintenance” sections.
2 Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017

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Original Instruction Manual VARTA Storage GmbH
VARTA Storage GmbH

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86720 Nördlingen
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www.varta-storage.de
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Document number: OM_850_809
Updated 10/2017
Version 09
Subject to modification! Updated 10/2017 3

Contents
General ...........................................................................................12
1 Information about this manual ............................................12
1.1 Explanation of symbols ..............................................12
1.1.1 Safety instructions ..............................................12
1.1.2 Warning levels ....................................................13
1.1.3 General safety signs ...........................................14
1.1.4 Warning signs .....................................................15
2 Safety .................................................................................16
2.1 General information on safety ....................................16
2.2 Intended use ...............................................................18
2.3 Requirements regarding qualified electricians ...........19
2.4 General hazard sources .............................................20
2.4.1 Danger of electrical voltage ................................20
2.4.2 Danger from water ..............................................21
2.4.3 Danger from oxidising and corrosive
substances .........................................................21
2.4.4 Danger from heat ...............................................22
2.4.5 Danger from misbehaviour .................................23
2.5 Safety devices ............................................................24
3 Function, scope of delivery and technical parameters .......25
3.1 Function ......................................................................25
3.2 Scope of delivery ........................................................26
3.3 Front view VARTA element ........................................28
3.4 System overview ........................................................29

3.5 Rating plate................................................................ 30
3.6 Technical parameters ................................................ 31
Operation ....................................................................................... 34
4 Switching on and off, web interface ................................... 34
4.1 Switching on and off .................................................. 35
4.2 LED ring indications ................................................... 36
4.3 Web interface............................................................. 37
4.3.1 Access to the web interface ............................... 37
4.3.2 Information on the welcome page (Home) ........ 38
4.3.3 External relays (optional) ................................... 39
4.4 Portal (optional) ......................................................... 40
5 Maintenance and cleaning ................................................. 41
5.1 Maintenance work...................................................... 41
5.2 Cleaning ..................................................................... 42
6 Malfunction/event of damage ............................................ 43
6.1 Malfunction indicators ................................................ 44
6.1.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring ............... 44
6.1.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface ...... 44
6.2 Behaviour in the event of damage ............................. 44
Installation...................................................................................... 46
7 Transport and storage ....................................................... 46
7.1 Transport ................................................................... 46
7.2 Transportation regulations and safety instructions .... 47
7.3 Packaging/transport control ....................................... 49
7.4 Storage ...................................................................... 51

8 Assembly and installation ...................................................52
8.1 Check the components ...............................................52
8.2 Requirements for the installation location ..................53
8.3 Installation location .....................................................54
8.3.1 Dimensions and features ....................................54
8.3.2 Environmental conditions ...................................55
8.3.3 Non-permissible locations and environmental
conditions ...........................................................56
8.4 Warranty .....................................................................56
8.5 Warranty registration ..................................................59
8.5.1 Warranty registration by the installation
engineer .............................................................59
8.5.2 Warranty registration by the customer ...............64
8.6 Preparation of the electrical connection .....................68
8.6.1 Connections to the distributor box ......................70
8.6.2 Preparation of the AC port for the building
grid .....................................................................71
8.6.3 Current sensor ....................................................74
8.7 Preparation of assembly.............................................76
8.8 Installing and connecting the storage cabinet ............77
8.9 Battery module assembly ...........................................79
8.9.1 Opening the storage cabinet ..............................80
8.9.2 Checking the battery modules ............................81
8.9.3 Behaviour in the event of damage .....................82
8.9.4 Installing and connecting battery modules .........84
8.9.5 Closing the storage cabinet ................................93

8.10 Initial commissioning ................................................. 94
8.10.1 Checking the activation of the battery modules . 94
8.10.2 Switching on ...................................................... 94
8.10.3 Password entry .................................................. 96
8.10.4 Entering serial numbers of the battery modules 97
8.10.5 Portal connection ............................................... 99
8.10.6 Setting the grid parameters for GS protection . 100
8.10.7 Reboot ............................................................. 101
8.10.8 Checks on the welcome page ......................... 101
8.10.9 Checks on the "System" page ......................... 103
8.10.10 Exiting the password-protected area ........... 104
8.11 Quick Install ............................................................. 105
Operation in the password-protected area .................................. 108
9 The password-protected area.......................................... 108
9.1 Access to the web interface - password entry ......... 108
9.2 System ..................................................................... 109
9.3 Version ..................................................................... 109
9.4 Settings .................................................................... 110
9.4.1 Basic settings ................................................... 111
9.4.2 Network ............................................................ 112
9.4.3 Service settings ............................................... 113
9.4.4 Grid parameters for GS protection .................. 115
9.4.5 Reactive power compensation ........................ 117
9.5 Power limitation ....................................................... 124
9.6 Logging out .............................................................. 124

Maintenance .................................................................................125
10 Maintenance basics ......................................................125
10.1 Safety instructions ....................................................125
10.2 Scope of maintenance work .....................................127
11 Service and repair work ................................................128
11.1 Checking the storage cabinet from outside ..............128
11.2 Checking the system parameters (Service) .............128
11.2.1 Checking the online status ...............................129
11.2.2 Error lists ..........................................................129
11.2.3 Checking the software version .........................130
11.2.4 Software update ...............................................130
11.2.5 Air filter change: Resetting the time .................131
11.2.6 Checking the fan ..............................................131
11.3 Checking the system parameters .............................133
11.3.1 Checking the current sensor values .................133
11.3.2 Checking the battery charger ...........................134
11.3.3 Checking the battery modules ..........................135
11.4 Service and repairs: Cabinet interior ........................136
11.4.1 Opening the cabinet .........................................137
11.4.2 Removing the battery inverter ..........................138
11.4.3 Removing and installing the battery charger ....138
11.4.4 Removing and installing battery modules ........142
11.4.5 Replacing/cleaning the air filter ........................144
11.4.6 Disassembling the storage cabinet cover ........144
11.4.7 Cleaning/replacing the fan ................................145

11.5 Completion of service and repair work .................... 148
11.5.1 Checking the operating state ........................... 149
11.6 Cleaning ................................................................... 151
12 Malfunctions................................................................. 152
12.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring ..................... 152
12.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface ............ 152
13 Disassembly and disposal ........................................... 153
13.1 Planning disassembly .............................................. 153
13.2 Disassembling ......................................................... 153
13.3 Disposal ................................................................... 154
14 Relocation .................................................................... 155
14.1 Planning a relocation ............................................... 155
14.2 Relocating ................................................................ 156

About this manual
Please read this instruction manual carefully before beginning any
kind of work. It contains important information, in order to ensure
trouble-free functioning of the VARTA element energy storage
system.
The manual is structured in a way, so all work must be carried out

by a qualified electrician certified by VARTA Storage GmbH.
Storage of the manual

The instruction manual should be kept in close proximity to the
VARTA element and must be permanently available to all
individuals involved in working on the energy storage system.
If the owner changes, the instruction manual has to be handed

over.
Target groups
This manual is intended for different target groups:
 End customers
 Qualified electricians who are responsible for installation,
commissioning and maintenance.
Scope
This manual is part of the system and corresponds to the state-of-
the-art at the time of publication. This applies to the product VARTA
element in the expansion stages element 3, element 6, element 9,
or element 12 from serial number 125 XXXXXX onwards (rating
plate).

Please keep in mind that this instruction manual
also refers to optional components, which are not
i included in the scope of delivery as standard.

These parts or components are designated
"optional" in this manual. Just skip these parts of
the manual if your energy storage is not equipped
with them.
Limitation of liability
VARTA Storage GmbH accepts no liability for personal injuries,
material damage, damages at the product, as well as consequential
damages arising from non-observance of this manual, improper
use of the product, during repairs, opening of the storage cabinet
and other activities carried out by unqualified electricians who were
not certified by VARTA Storage GmbH. This limitation of liability
also applies to the use of non-approved spare parts, as well as
non-observance of the stated maintenance intervals.
It is prohibited to carry out unauthorised modifications or technical

changes at the product.
© VARTA Storage GmbH 2017
Special attention required
ATTENTION
Energy storage system switched off!
Potential damage to the battery module due
to deep discharge!
The energy storage system may be
switched off temporarily only for
maintenance purposes.

General
1 Information about this manual
1.1 Explanation of symbols
This instruction manual uses the following types of safety

instructions and tips:
i Indicates tips for handling the device.
1.1.1 Safety instructions
In this manual, the safety instructions are structured as follows:
Signal word
Type and source of the hazard
Potential consequence(s) in case of non-
observance!
Measures and restraints for
avoiding the hazard.
Table 1: Safety instructions

1.1.2 Warning levels
Signal word and warning colour indicate the warning level and give
General
immediate information on type and severity of the consequences if
measures for avoiding the hazard are not taken.
Warning colour/signal
Consequences
word
Operation
warns of an immediately dangerous
DANGER situation, which might lead to death or
serious injuries and/or fire.
warns of a potentially dangerous
Installation
WARNING situation, which might lead to death or
serious injuries and/or fire.
warns of a potentially dangerous

CAUTION situation, which might lead to minor
injuries and/or material damages.
Operation (Service)
warns of a potential situation, which might
ATTENTION lead to material and environmental
damages, and which might interrupt the
operating sequence.
Table 2: Warning levels
Maintenance

1.1.3 General safety signs
Symbol Meaning
Prohibition symbols are circular, showing a

black pictogram on a white background
surrounded by a red edge with a crossbar.
Mandatory action symbols are circular,

showing a white symbol on a blue
background.
Warning signs are triangular, showing a black

symbol and edge on a yellow background.
Environmental regulations are information on

statutory requirements, which have to be
complied with, especially during disposal.
Table 3: Safety signs

1.1.4 Warning signs
General
General warning sign
Operation
Warning of electrical voltage
Installation
Warning of oxidising substances
Warning of hand injuries
Operation (Service)
Warning of cut injuries
Warning of hazards due to batteries

Maintenance
Warning of non-observance of the

discharge time:
3 minutes!
Table 4: Warning signs

2 Safety
2.1 General information on safety
Any person being in charge of carrying out work at the system must
have read and understood this manual, especially the Chapter
Safety.
WARNING
Non-observance of the safety instructions!
Improper use can lead to fatal injuries.
Prior to use, ensure that all protective

devices are functioning.
By observing the safety instructions and complying with the

instructed health and safety measures, the risk will be limited.
Read the instruction manual.
This manual cannot describe every conceivable situation, therefore

the currently applicable standards as well as the appropriate
regulations for industrial safety and health protection always have
priority.
Furthermore, the use of the energy storage system is associated

with residual risks under the following circumstances:
 Installation and maintenance work is not performed

correctly.

 Installation and maintenance work is performed by
personnel who have not been trained and not been
General
instructed.
 The safety instructions provided in this manual are not

observed.
Operation
All safety instructions have to be strictly followed, the observance is
for your safety. The device must not be modified in any way.
Installation
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

2.2 Intended use
VARTA element as well as the components thereof, is built to state-

of-the-art technology and to product-specific standards. This
product is designed for storing electricity from renewable energy
generating plants, such as photovoltaic systems or other energy
sources. Any other use must be agreed in consultation with the
manufacturer and the local energy supplier.
WARNING
Possible mortal danger due to wrong use!
Possible mortal danger
The device accommodates parts

carrying hazardous voltages. Contact
with these parts can be fatal.
Any usage beyond or other than the

intended use of the energy storage
system or individual parts of it might
lead to life threatening situations.
Do not use VARTA element:
 for mobile use at land, water or air.
 for use at medical devices.

2.3 Requirements regarding qualified electricians
General
WARNING
Insufficient qualification of the electrician!
Personal injuries and material damage!
Operation
Work at the VARTA element system
(e.g. installation and maintenance
work) may only be carried out by
qualified electricians who are certified
by VARTA Storage GmbH!
Installation
i
The “Installation”, “Operation in the password-
protected area” and “Maintenance” sections
contain further information for qualified
electricians.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

2.4 General hazard sources
If the following instructions for handling the device are not

observed, this might lead to personal injury or material damage at
the device, for which VARTA Storage GmbH will accept no liability.
2.4.1 Danger of electrical voltage
DANGER
Contact with electrical voltage!
Risk of fatal injury from electric shock!

Keep the energy storage system
always closed.
Pay attention to damages of the

electrical equipment! Eliminate defects
immediately!
Only the electrician is allowed to open

the energy storage system when it is
switched off.
Respect the waiting times.

2.4.2 Danger from water
General
WARNING
Entry of water into electrical systems!
Possible mortal danger and material damage!
Operation
Do not use water for cleaning the
Never put down containers with fluids

(beverage containers and the like) on
electrical systems.
Installation
The relative humidity inside the room
must not exceed 80%.
2.4.3 Danger from oxidising and corrosive substances
Operation (Service)
WARNING
Storage and use of oxidising and
corrosive substances
Increases the risk of fire and the risk of

electric shocks.
Store the above mentioned substances

only at places that are intended for
them.
Maintenance
Do not clean the system with agents

containing acid, lye or solvents.

2.4.4 Danger from heat
ATTENTION
Insufficient ventilation of the system!
Overheating of the system possible!
Keep the ventilation openings clear.
Ensure sufficient ventilation.
ATTENTION
Heat input due to direct sunlight or
devices emitting heat!
Overheating and damage of the system

possible!
Protect the system against direct

sunlight.
Do not use fan heaters or the like near

the system.

2.4.5 Danger from misbehaviour
General
ATTENTION
to deep discharge!
Operation
ATTENTION
Objects on the system!
Installation
Risk of injury due to falling objects, and the
system might be damaged!
Do not put any objects on the energy

storage system.
Operation (Service)
ATTENTION
Blocked access!
In the event of damage, the system cannot be
switched off!
The access to the energy storage
system must always be ensured. Maintenance

2.5 Safety devices
WARNING
Defective safety devices!
Possible mortal danger!
Safety devices must not be damaged,
modified, removed, or
decommissioned.
The proper functioning of the safety
devices must be tested by qualified
electricians who are certified by VARTA
Storage GmbH after completion of
installation and commissioning.
The VARTA element energy storage system has multiple safety

devices. Including grid and system protection to VDE-AR-N 4105,
closed electrical operating area, overtemperature cutout and a door
contact switch. This switches off the system if an attempt is made
to open the storage cabinet before it has been de-energised.
Furthermore it is recommended to install a smoke detector in the

installation room of the VARTA element.

3 Function, scope of delivery and technical
parameters
General
3.1 Function
The VARTA element battery storage system is a storage system for

operation in a 3-phase building grid, which offers the option of
Operation
connecting a separate grid-connected photovoltaic system. This
must be a generating unit which supplies to surplus rather than to
full feed. There is also provision for storing renewable energy, for
example from small wind turbines or other CHP system energy
sources.
Installation
The VARTA element system is used to increase the share of
private consumption and the efficiency of a photovoltaic system. If
the photovoltaic system generates more electricity than
immediately needed, it can be stored temporarily in the energy
storage system. The electricity will be fed into the building grid, as
Operation (Service)
soon as the consumption rises again above the electricity
generated by the photovoltaic system.
The VARTA element system is integrated into the building grid as a

3-phase AC connection and operates independently of the
photovoltaic system. A current sensor controls the charge and
discharge processes of the energy storage system. It is mounted in
the fuse box, directly behind the consumption/feed-in meter, and
Maintenance
measures all incoming and outgoing currents.
If the current sensor measures outgoing currents in case of

available free charge capacity of the energy storage system, it will
be charged. During the process, the battery inverter inside the
VARTA element system converts AC to DC and charges the
battery modules. If the maximum charge capacity is reached, or the
solar electricity exceeds the maximum charging current, the surplus
solar electricity is fed into the public grid. If the photovoltaic system

is not able to cover the current electricity demand inside the
building, the current sensor measures incoming currents. As a
result, the energy storage system gives output into the building
grid, in order to minimise the external electricity consumption and
the associated costs.
Before installing the VARTA element energy storage system, the

appropriate energy provider has to be asked, whether it is
necessary to register the system.
3.2 Scope of delivery
The VARTA element energy storage system consists of:
 Storage cabinet with integrated energy and battery

management
 Battery module(s)
 Battery inverter
 Expansion stage element 3:

1 x Battery charger,
1 x Communication cable set,
1 x Power cable
Expansion stage element 6:

1 x Power cable
Expansion stage element 9:

2 x Power cable

 Expansion stage element 12:
General
2 x Power cable
 Extra items:
Current sensor (50 A) with sensor board,
20 m sensor cable RJ11,
Operation
1 x AC connector,
8 x mounting screws for battery module(s),
 Instruction Manual
 Customer folder
Installation
accompanying letter,
return envelope,
commissioning report,
service booklet,
warranty records,
Online Portal Agreement
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

3.3 Front view VARTA element
Figure 1: Front view VARTA element

3.4 System overview
General
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Maintenance
Figure 2: System overview VARTA element

3.5 Rating plate
Figure 3: Rating plate VARTA element
Figure 4: Cryptocode

3.6 Technical parameters
EXPANSION STAGE ELEMENT 3
General
 Nominal capacity 3.3 kWh
 AC charge power 1.8 kW
 AC discharge power 1.6 kW
 Battery inverter structure without isolation transformer
 Dimensions in mm (W x H x D) 600 x 1,176 x 500
Operation
 Weight (incl. battery module) 95 kg
 Installation location inside the building
 Grid connection 400 V AC, 3-phase, 50 Hz
 Make current < max. operating current
for input and output
 Maximum output residual current max. 6 A for 100 μs
Installation
 Internal consumption 3-phase, regulated
optimisation
 Power measurement 3-phase, via current sensor
 System transport vertical on a pallet
 Packaging in mm (W x H x D) 700 x 1,325 x 600
 Grid system fusing 16 A (B-character)
Table 5: Technical parameters – expansion stage element 3
Operation (Service)
 Weight (incl. battery modules)115 kg
Maintenance

optimisation

optimisation

 Nominal capacity 13 kWh
 AC charge power 4 kW
optimisation

BATTERY MODULE (VKB 56461701100)
 Electrochemical cell Li-ion
General
 Nominal module capacity 3.3 kWh
 Discharge depth 90%
 Useful module capacity 3.0 kWh
 Connection touch safe
 Cell monitoring integrated
 Dimensions in mm (W x H x D) 445 x 110 x 339
Operation
 Weight 25 kg
 Packaging in mm (W x H x D) 800 x 460 x 600
BATTERY MODULE (VKB 56462701100)

 Electrochemical cell Li-ion
Installation
 Nominal module capacity 6.5 kWh
 Discharge depth 90%
 Useful module capacity 5.9 kWh
 Connection touch safe
 Cell monitoring integrated
 Dimensions in mm (W x H x D) 445 x 110 x 587
 Weight 45 kg
Operation (Service)
 Packaging in mm (W x H x D) 800 x 460 x 600
Table 9: Technical parameters – battery modules
ENVIRONMENTAL RATING DATA

 Environmental category Air-conditioned indoors*
 Classification of wet rooms No wet rooms allowed
 Degree of contamination 2
 Ingress protection IP22
Maintenance
 Ambient temperature +5 °C to +30 °C

 Relative humidity < 80%
 Max. altitude 2000 m ASL
 Overvoltage category III
 Protection class 1
*The energy storage system is completely enclosed by a building or housing. This protects the
energy storage system against sunlight, dust and other external influences. Additionally, the
building or housing is air-conditioned with regard to temperature, air humidity and air filtering.
Table 10: Technical parameters – environmental rating data

Operation
4 Switching on and off, web interface
DANGER
Contact with electrical voltage!
Risk of fatal injury from electric shock!
Keep the energy storage system

always closed.
Pay attention to damages of the

electrical equipment!
Eliminate defects immediately!
Only the electrician is allowed to open
the energy storage system when it is
switched off.
Respect the waiting times.
ATTENTION
to deep discharge!

4.1 Switching on and off
General
The On/Off button on the front of the cabinet is pressed by the
certified installation engineer during commissioning and for service
work. In case of damage (see Chapter 6.2), the system can be
shut-down using the On/Off button.
Operation
Installation
Figure 5: On/Off button with LED ring
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

4.2 LED ring indications
The LED ring at the On/Off button indicates the states and events
which occur while the energy storage system is in operation.
LED ring
LED action Operating state
colour
Flashes every second

Green System check
(approx. 90 s)
Green Steady light Ready
Green Flashes every 3 s Standby
Pulses with increasing

Green Charge
intensity
Pulses with decreasing

Green Discharge
intensity
Green
-red
Flashes Update
Red Steady light Error*
Current sensor
Red Flashes every second
check failed
*The i-button on the welcome page of the web interface displays

information about current errors (see Chapter 4.3.2).
Table 11: LED ring indications at the On/Off button

4.3 Web interface
General
The web interface offers the option of configuring settings, as well
as monitoring and controlling the energy storage system functions.
4.3.1 Access to the web interface
To access the web interface, you will need the serial number of the
Operation
energy storage system. The serial number can be found on the
rating plate on the outside of the cabinet (top). See Figure 3: Rating
plate VARTA element
Connect your storage cabinet to the router of your home network
Installation
by means of the network cable. The port (RJ45 socket) is located at
the rear of the cabinet. See Figure 16.
 Enter the serial number of the energy storage system

behind http://varta in the address line of your browser.
Operation (Service)
e.g.: http://varta125023456
 The welcome page of the web interface will appear.
i Access to the web interface might require

the browser to be refreshed.
Maintenance
The web interface is factory-tested with the following browsers:

Firefox, Internet Explorer, Chrome and Opera.

Figure 6: Web interface: Welcome page
4.3.2 Information on the welcome page (Home)
The welcome page provides an overview of the current power

values and the states of the energy storage system:
 (1) Charge power of the battery inverter in watt (W):

The energy storage system is charged with this power
(power of the generating units, e.g. PV system, CHP,
minus the direct internal consumption).
 (2) Discharge power of the battery inverter in watt (W):

The energy storage system is discharged with this power.
 (3) Power of the grid supply/grid draw (W): The power

supplied into the public grid or drawn from the public grid
is displayed.

 (4) Operating state of the energy storage system: The
operating state, e.g. standby, charging, error is displayed.
General
 (5) The charging state of the energy storage system in
%: The charge level of the energy storage system is
displayed.
 (6) WWW: Indicates whether the energy storage system is
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connected to the VARTA server (green = online, red =
offline).
 (7) Info button (i): Displays information about the storage

system, e.g. IP address, energy counter, or the most
recent grid faults.
Installation
To see further explanations, move the cursor over the symbols.
4.3.3 External relays (optional)
Operation (Service)
Via the web interface, up to four external relays can be individually
programmed for controlling special functions, such as switching
consumers or generating units on/off. Clicking the Ext. relay button
shows the corresponding page.
A download available from www.varta-storage.com provides further

information.
Maintenance

4.4 Portal (optional)
The www.varta-storage-portal.com portal serves to monitor and

visualise energy storage systems. To ensure continuous data
transmission, the Internet connection must not be interrupted for
longer than five days.
Access to the portal is activated if the option "I wish to use the
VARTA Storage Online Portal", which appears during online login
to the storage system, has been checked. A download is available
from www.varta-storage.com for the online login to the storage
system and for using the portal (see Chapter 8.5 Warranty
registration).
Alternatively, you can tick the "I wish to use the VARTA Storage
Online Portal" box on the warranty card, which you return to
VARTA Storage GmbH.
Use of the Online Portal is free-of-charge. The Internet connection

costs must be borne by the customer. However, there is no
entitlement to access the portal (see the Terms and Conditions for
the Online Portal in the download area).
i The data displayed on the VARTA Storage

portal cannot be used for billing purposes.

5 Maintenance and cleaning
General
WARNING
Improper execution of maintenance and
cleaning work
Operation
Ensure that only qualified electricians
certified by VARTA Storage GmbH
carry out maintenance and cleaning
work!
Only original parts are to be used for
Installation
maintenance work.
5.1 Maintenance work
Maintenance of the energy storage system includes:
Operation (Service)
 Service (= inspection and maintenance)
 Repair and technical improvements and any additions
To maintain the warranty entitlement (outside of Germany, Austria

and Switzerland: to safeguard any warranty claims), the first
service must be carried out within two years of the installation date.
Subsequent servicing must be at three year intervals. Maintenance

i Retain the service booklet together with
the instruction manual.
 The extent of the maintenance work is described in the Chapter

Maintenance.
5.2 Cleaning
WARNING

energy storage system

electrical systems.
Cleaning agents
Do not use any cleaning agents containing acid, lye or
solvents!
Cleaning the outside of the housing

 clean with a vacuum cleaner.
 wipe with a damp, not wet, cloth.

6 Malfunction/event of damage
General
WARNING
Improper elimination of malfunctions!
Ensure that only qualified electricians
Operation
certified by VARTA Storage GmbH
carry out work at the energy storage
system!
Installation
i In case of a malfunction, contact the qualified
electrician.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

6.1 Malfunction indicators
6.1.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring
The LED ring of the On/Off button on the front of the cabinet
indicates malfunctions. See Table 11 in Chapter 4.2.
6.1.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface
Malfunctions are displayed on the welcome page of the web

interface.
 To do this, click on the i icon.
 A window will open. Any pending system errors and the

previous five grid faults can be read from this window.
6.2 Behaviour in the event of damage
WARNING
Improper handling in case of fire and

flooding!
If possible, switch off the system and

disconnect the fuses.
Leave the hazard zone.
In case of fire, call the fire brigade

immediately.
Inform the fire brigade about the

lithium-ion batteries inside the energy
storage system.

i In the event of a fire or flooding, prudent
General
behaviour can limit the damage.
Operation
WARNING
Damaged battery module due to technical

defect!
Pungent smell
Installation
Avoid contact with possibly leaking
fluid!
Avoid contact with possibly escaping

vapours!
Operation (Service)
If possible, switch off the system and
disconnect the fuses.
Avoid sparks and open flames.
Ventilate the installation room.
In case of a malfunction, contact the

qualified electrician.
Maintenance

Installation
This section is intended for the qualified

electrician.
7 Transport and storage
7.1 Transport
Lithium-ion batteries are hazardous goods. The battery modules

are constructed and tested in a way, so they are allowed to be
transported up to a total weight of 333 kg by complying with the
conditions of ADR 1.1.3.6 (transport not subject to labelling, as long
as there are no other hazardous goods on or inside the vehicle).
The other requirements of GGVSEB (ordinance on the national and
international carriage of hazardous goods by road, rail, and inland
waterways) and ADR (Agreement on Dangerous Goods by Road)
also have to be fulfilled. Delivery is made in tested hazardous
goods packaging.
Lithium-ion batteries were successfully tested according to

UN 38.3 transport test (UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III,
subsection 38.3) and have passed.
The storage cabinet is packaged separately from the battery

modules.

7.2 Transportation regulations and safety
instructions
General
WARNING
Improper transport due to lack of
professional knowledge.
Operation
Possible mortal danger and material damage!
The transportation of the energy storage
system and its components is only
allowed to be carried out by the
Installation
manufacturer and the electricians
qualified and certified by him.
Be prudent during transport.
Adhere to the transportation regulations!
Operation (Service)
The housing and the battery module
 must not be temporarily stored in the transport vehicle.
Maintenance
 the energy storage system must not be transported if a
battery module has already been installed.
 driver or co-driver are not allowed to open the outer
packaging of a battery module.

 a tested ABC fire extinguisher with a minimum capacity of
2 kg has to be carried along.
 observe the symbols on the packaging.
 Transport the parts only in enclosed vehicles.
 the load has to be properly secured.
 transport the battery module only in its intended transport
packaging.
 adhere to the requirements according to GGVSEB and
ADR!
Use your personal protective equipment.
This reduces the risk of injuries during the mechanical work.
WARNING
Components are heavy!
This might lead to overburdened

intervertebral discs, bruises and crushings!
Carry out the work described in this

chapter with 2 persons or suitable
equipment.

i
When exchanging a battery module, request
General
new hazardous goods packaging if required,
pack the battery module and have it picked up
by the supplier.
Operation
7.3 Packaging/transport control
DANGER
Installation
Installation of damaged components!
Mortal danger!
Do not accept clearly damaged

packaging.
Operation (Service)
Contact VARTA Storage GmbH!
Storage cabinet and battery module (individually packaged) are

delivered in separate and tested packaging units on pallets. The
disposal of the packaging will be taken over by the installation
engineer. Please examine the deliveries on completeness and
damages: Maintenance
 If damages are already visible at the packaging, please

note this down on the delivery documents and have the
driver confirm this by signature.
 If the packaging is severely damaged, reject the deliveries.
In order to identify improper handling during transport, a

®
ShockWatch sticker is attached to the outside of the cardboard
packaging of the storage cabinet. If the shock indicator is red, the
consignment has been exposed to strong vibrations.

 The storage cabinet may be damaged.
 Do not reject the consignment!
 Enter "Indicator red" on the transport note.
 Leave all parts packed in the original packaging and

request a damage inspection by the shipper immediately.
Figure 7: ShockWatch®sticker
Remove the packaging not until immediately
i before the installation. This avoids damages.

Keep the packaging material, so the system
can be properly packaged in case of a
subsequent transport (relocation).

7.4 Storage
General
WARNING
Short-circuit and corrosion due to condensation!
Operation
Adhere to the storage conditions.
Installation
 must not be temporarily stored in the transport vehicle.

 must not be stored outdoors.
 avoid sudden temperature changes.
Operation (Service)
 are to be stored dry, at a humidity of < 80%.

 are to be stored at a temperature of 5 30 °C
(optimum: +18 °C).
ATTENTION
Material damage due to overstorage!
Maintenance
Deep discharge of the battery module!
Adhere to the storage conditions.
The battery module

 must be commissioned by the manufacturer or a qualified
electrician certified by VARTA Storage GmbH within
eleven weeks of being delivered.

8 Assembly and installation
This section is intended for the

8.1 Check the components
WARNING
Short-circuit and corrosion due to condensation!
Start the assembly not until the
components have room temperature.
WARNING
Installation of damaged components!
Check all components on visible
damages.
Do not install damaged components.
Contact VARTA Storage GmbH.

8.2 Requirements for the installation location
General
Operation
WARNING
Mortal danger from electric shock!
Installation
Install the storage cabinet only inside
buildings.
Observe all requirements for the

installation location.
Operation (Service)
CAUTION
Personal injury and material damage due
to wrong installation and lack of space!
Crush injuries of limbs!
Place the cabinet, so a safe installation,
operation, maintenance and
Maintenance
disassembly are possible when used

properly.

8.3 Installation location
The following dimensions and framework conditions have to be

complied with at the installation location.
8.3.1 Dimensions and features
For the room, in which the VARTA element will be installed, a

volume of at least 30 m³ is recommended. A horizontal, even floor
with a minimum surface of 70 cm x 55 cm (width x depth). The floor
must be able to take the load.
Weight of the energy storage system  Chapter 3.6 Technical

parameters.
 If necessary, have the statics tested.
The ground, the adjacent walls and ceiling must not

consist of heat-sensitive material.
The distance to the adjacent installations must be approx. 5 cm to

the right and approx. 10 cm to the left. A clear space of approx. 120
cm depth is required in front of the device, in order to carry out
installation and maintenance work via the front door. In order to
secure the means of escape, doors must not swing into this clear
space.

The screws for opening the storage cabinet on the left next to the
front door must be accessible.
General
A minimum clearance of 30 cm must be left above the storage
cabinet. The distance between the wall and the rear of the cabinet
must remain free to enable cooling air to escape from the device
unhindered.
Operation
8.3.2 Environmental conditions
The installation location must match a pollution degree 2.
A continuous air exchange, possibly via forced ventilation, e.g.

window, air-conditioning system, ventilation or the like, has always
Installation
to be ensured. The distance to the ventilation must be at least
100 cm.
The room temperature always has to be between 5 30 °C

(optimum +18 °C), the relative humidity must be < 80%.
 Recommendation: well ventilated room without external heat
Operation (Service)
sources
Sufficient rodent protection must be provided.
Maintenance
Smoking is not allowed at the installation

location!

8.3.3 Non-permissible locations and environmental
conditions
Altitudes above 2,000 metres,

Garages, carports or other places, at which the environmental
conditions are not complied with.
Locations:
 with explosive atmosphere
 at which flammable or oxidising substances are stored
 Wet rooms
 with high fluctuations of the ambient temperature
 with direct sunlight
 with a humidity above 80% and condensation
 in which the temperature might be below the freezing point
 in which salty humidity might enter
 with ammonia containing environment
8.4 Warranty
For the warranty to be effective (to safeguard any warranty claims

outside Germany, Austria and Switzerland), VARTA Storage GmbH
must be in possession of the following data:
 Commissioning report (including date of commissioning)
 Serial number (SN number) of the VARTA system.

The ID label (rating plate) of the system is affixed inside
the storage cabinet.
 Serial number(s) of the battery module/battery modules.

The ID label of the battery module is enclosed in the
packaging.
The installation engineer enters these data in the VARTA Storage

GmbH installation engineer portal. Within four weeks of the

installation date, the customer must register their data (name,
address, email address, telephone number) at www.varta-storage-
General
portal.com and enter the serial number (SN number) of the VARTA
element system and the activation code. The installation engineer
can also register the data, subject to the customer's consent.
 The activation code label (Unlock Code) is affixed to the
Operation
inside of the storage cabinet door. This label is provided
for the customer's personal documents.
As an alternative to this procedure, the completed and signed

warranty records (commissioning report and warranty card,
Installation
together with the affixed ID label for the VARTA system and battery
modules) can be sent to VARTA Storage GmbH within four weeks
of the installation date.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance
Figure 8: ID label (rating plate) of the system

(inside the storage cabinet)

Figure 9: ID label of the battery module (example)
Figure 10: Activation code label (example)

8.5 Warranty registration
General
This online-based warranty registration consists of two parts:
Part 1: Registration of the energy storage system by the installation

engineer incl. commissioning report (Chapter 8.5.1)
Operation
Part 2: Warranty registration by the end customer incl. registration
for the web portal (Chapter 8.5.2)
8.5.1 Warranty registration by the installation engineer
Installation
Open page www.varta-storage.com
Change to "energy storage systems"
 Registration in the B2B area with login and password
 On the welcome page, click on "Start VARTA-Portal"
Operation (Service)
Change to "energy storage registration"
Entering the data for the battery storage:
 Initial installation/retrofit
 Date
 Installation engineer
 Serial number
 Activation code Maintenance
The system's serial number and the activation code can be found
on the stickers on the inside of the battery cabinet.

Call up the next screen "battery modules" with "next".
 Enter the serial number(s).
NOTE: This applies to all battery modules which have not yet been
registered.
i
If the storage is connected to the Internet, the
serial number or the serial numbers of the
installed battery modules will be transmitted
automatically.
The battery module has to be registered at the

latest 11 weeks after delivery.

Call up the next screen "customer data" with "next".
General
Determine whether the customer agrees that the
installation engineer completes the following fields and
transmits them to VARTA Storage GmbH.
Operation
 If "Yes", continue with the next screen
 If "No", the screen "customer data" will be skipped. In this
Installation
case, the end customer has to enter these data in the 2nd
part of the warranty registration himself.
Entering the customer data.
Mandatory fields are marked with an *. Operation (Service)

Maintenance
Call up the next screen "commissioning" with "next".

Details of the commissioning report

Confirmation of the registration
General
Operation
Installation
Completion of the registration with "close"
These data can be viewed in the B2B area:
Operation (Service)
Open under "warranty registration" or save as a PDF.
Maintenance

8.5.2 Warranty registration by the customer
Open page www.varta-storage.com

Change to "energy storage systems"
 Registration in the portal
 Under: "No access yet? Register now"

with serial number and activation code.
 Enter the following details
 Battery storage,
 Contact data
 Declaration for contacting via telephone
 Declaration for the use of the online services plus
contacting via telephone
 Cancellation right information
 Voluntary consents of the customer

General
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Maintenance
Click the button "Send registration".

After completion of the entries, the details of the warranty
registration are displayed.
Correct the entries or send the registration now.

Confirmation with the warranty registration as a PDF.
General
Operation
Final screen with the warranty documents as a PDF.
Installation
Operation (Service)
Maintenance
After registration, the customer receives an email with the access

data.
Alternatively, the customer can register with the enclosed warranty

card (sheet 1, 2 and 4).

8.6 Preparation of the electrical connection

Use your personal protective equipment.
This reduces the risk of injuries during the mechanical work.
Observe the safety rules!
 Disconnect
 Lockout
 Check for absence of voltage
 Before connecting up the power supply, make sure
that no persons are in the hazard zone.

WARNING
General
Improper installation!
Personal injury and material damage

Design the fuse ahead of the energy
storage system with three poles!
Operation
It must fulfil the requirements of a
separator.
Fuse the device connection at the

energy storage system with a 16 A fuse
type B.
Installation
Observe the disconnect conditions in
accordance with VDE 0100-410.
Never connect the energy storage
system without a PE and N connection!
Operation (Service)
A suitable separator must be installed
between power grid and customer
system (e.g. selective automatic cut-out
'SAC'), which can be used for all-poles
disconnection of the customer system
from the grid during maintenance work.
Observe the specified conductor cross-

sections!
Maintenance
For the position of the separators, see the connection
diagrams (Figures 1a/1b and 2a/2b) in the Appendix.

8.6.1 Connections to the distributor box
The following connections must be prepared:
 Device connection: 5 x 1.5 - 2.5 mm²
 Sensor cable: RJ12
 LAN connection
1. Do not allow any mechanical load on the
i sensor cable.
2. In order to minimise losses, the wiring
section between storage and connection
should not be longer than 20 m.

8.6.2 Preparation of the AC port for the building grid
General
Operation
Figure 11: Stripping cables
Installation
To connect to the building grid, the 5-wire AC cable must be
connected to the supplied AC connector.
 Strip the cable 40 mm at the end.
 The PE conductor must be 5 mm longer than the other
Operation (Service)
four conductors (L1, L2, L3, N). Shorten these conductors
accordingly.
i A flexible plastic-sheathed cable facilitates

assembly work.
 Strip the wires for the building connection approx. 8 mm at

Maintenance
the ends.
 Ferrules must be used for fine-stranded conductors.
 Screw off the union nut of the strain relief.
 Take off the connector housing: To do so, release the

catch by pressing on the two side lugs at the same time.
 Push union nut and connector housing over the cable.

Figure 12: AC connector
Opening for locking when inserting

1
To release: Push in snap-in nose
2 Union nut for strain relief
3 Connector housing
Opening for snap-in nose (on both sides).

4
For locking when mounting the connector
5 Contact insert
 Insert the wires according to Figure 13: Assignment AC-

connector (connection side) into the screw connections in
the contact insert and screw tight.
i Ensure that the conductor is tightly fixed in the

connections.
 Insert the contact insert into the connector housing. Both

parts must audibly snap into the snap-in noses at the
sides.

 Tighten the union nut for strain relief.
General
Operation
Installation
Figure 13: Assignment AC-connector (connection side)
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

8.6.3 Current sensor
If the energy storage system to be installed is to be cascaded with

further energy storage systems, the following step will not be
carried out. Instead, see instruction manual for cascading.
(Optional add-on package required)
ATTENTION
Reversed phases!
Charging and discharging malfunction!
Conductors L1, L2, L3 for building

connection, current sensor and AC
connector must have the same phase
assignment.
Executing the connection as a right-

hand phase rotation is not sufficient!
In order to ensure the internal consumption optimisation, the

current sensor must capture all values of consumption and infeed.
Therefore, it is located directly behind the consumption and feed
meter. The current sensor is intended for top-hat rail mounting and
designed for a maximum current of 50 A per phase.

General
Operation
Installation
Figure 14: Current sensor - direction of installation
Operation (Service)
When installing the current sensor, it is important that the sensor
board points in the direction of the sub-distribution (see Figure 14:
Current sensor - direction of installation). Conductors L1, L2, L3 for
building connection, current sensor and AC connector must have
the same phase assignment.
Current sensor and energy storage system are connected with the
supplied sensor cable. See position of socket "current Maintenance
measurement " in Figure 16.
For the connection diagram, see Figures 1a and 1b, and also
2a and 2b in the Annex.

8.7 Preparation of assembly

WARNING
Components are heavy.
intervertebral discs, bruises and
crushings.
equipment.
At the installation location, tilt the cabinet by

max. 30°  Risk of slipping away!

8.8 Installing and connecting the storage cabinet
General
 Plug the AC connector into the AC port. The catch audibly
engages.
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Figure 15: AC port (rear of the storage cabinet)
 Insert the sensor cable and the network cable into the
corresponding sockets.
Maintenance
Figure 16: Sockets (rear of the storage cabinet)

i Changes to the factory settings require a
network connection.
 Position the cabinet at the installation location.
 Screw your storage cabinet to the rear wall using

appropriate fasteners. To do so, turn the mounting bracket
outwards by 90°.
Figure 17: Wall mounting VARTA element
 Set the height-adjustable feet (see Figure 21: Installation

positions of the battery modules) to a height of approx.
4 cm (max. 5 cm).
 Align the storage cabinet using a spirit level. You can

make fine adjustments with the height-adjustable feet.

8.9 Battery module assembly
General
Operation
DANGER
Contact with live parts!
Mortal danger!
Adhere to the waiting times.
Installation
Make sure that the battery modules are
switched off and no LED indicator is lit.
The energy storage system must not
be transported if a battery module has
already been installed.
Operation (Service)
Keep unauthorised persons away.
WARNING
Contact with sharp-edged parts!
Cut injuries!
Wear your personal protective
equipment.
Maintenance

8.9.1 Opening the storage cabinet
To open the cabinet, undo the screws to the side near the
door.
Aid: Torx 25 screwdriver
Figure 18: Opening the storage cabinet

8.9.2 Checking the battery modules
General
WARNING
Damaged battery module!
Operation
Unpack the battery module carefully.
Check the battery module for damages

and cleanness.
Never install and commission are

damaged or contaminated battery
Installation
module.
Transport the battery module carefully.
Do not put any parts on the battery

module.
Operation (Service)
Keep unauthorised persons away.
Cleaning agents

solvents!
Maintenance

8.9.3 Behaviour in the event of damage
WARNING
Improper handling in case of damaged

battery module!
Do not open the battery module.
Do not attempt to repair it!
Avoid contact with possibly leaking

fluid!
Avoid contact with possibly escaping

vapours!
Damaged or contaminated battery module

Contact VARTA Storage GmbH.
First aid in case of contact with electrolyte

When inhaling: Leave the room.
 Get medical attention immediately.
In case of skin contact: Thoroughly wash the affected area

with water and soap.
In case of eye contact: Rinse eyes with running water for at

least 15 minutes.

General
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Figure 19: VARTA element battery module
Maintenance

8.9.4 Installing and connecting battery modules
ATTENTION
Two battery modules at one battery charger!
Material damage due to too high current!
Always connect only one battery module to

one battery charger.
ATTENTION
Overstorage of the battery module!
Deep discharge of the battery module!
Once you started commissioning, it has to be

carried out until finished.
ATTENTION
Reversed wires of error and warning messages!
Wrong error message to the control!
Observe the given colour-coding.

General
Operation
Figure 20: Clamped connections of battery module (DRY contact)
Installation
Depending on the model, up to two battery modules will be
installed. The battery modules are placed in accordance with
Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules.
Lift the battery module/battery modules onto the two mounting rails
using the handles.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules
1 - 4 Height-adjustable feet
5 Battery connections
6 Fastening screws for battery modules

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Maintenance Operation (Service) Installation Operation General
Installing a battery module (expansion stage element 3/6)
Figure 22: Connections – expansion stage element 3/6

Expansion stage element 3/6
General
Place the battery module in the storage cabinet according to
Connections at the battery module according to Figure 22:

Connections – expansion stage element 3/6:
Operation
 Battery power connection:
Plug on both connectors with correct polarity.
 Communication 1:
Insert the four communication cables into the openings in
Installation
the clamping connector.
The connections are self-clamping.
For the pin assignment, see Figure 20: Clamped
connections of battery module (DRY contact)
 Communication 2:
Operation (Service)
Plug in communication cable 2 (red, CAN).
 Fixation:
Slide the battery module towards the rear.
Fix at the fastening holes of the mounting rails by using
the supplied screws.
Aid: Allen key, size 4
 Switching on the battery module:

Press the activation button on the battery module.
Maintenance
The LED indicator at the battery module indicates the

standby mode.

Installing two battery modules (expansion stage element 9/12)
Figure 23: Connections – expansion stage element /12

Expansion stage element 9/12
General
Place the battery modules in the storage cabinet according to
Connections at the battery modules according to Figure 23:

Connections – /12
Operation
 Battery charger -left-
o Battery power connection:

Plug both connectors with correct polarity at the
rear battery module.
Installation
o Communication 1:
Insert the four communication cables into the
openings of the clamping connector.
Operation (Service)
o Communication 2:
Plug in the communication cable (red, CAN).
o Fixation:
Fix the rear battery module at the fastening holes
by using the supplied screws.
o Switching on the battery module:

Press the activation button at the rear battery
Maintenance
module.
The LED indicator at the battery module indicates
the standby mode.

 Battery charger -right-
o Battery power connection:

plug both connectors with correct polarity at the
front battery module.
o Communication 1:
Insert the four communication cables into the
openings of the clamping connector.
o Communication 2:
Plug in the communication cable (red, CAN).
o Fixation:
Fix the rear battery module at the fastening holes
by using the supplied screws.
o Switching on the battery module:

Press the activation button at the rear battery
module.
The LED indicator at the battery module indicates
the standby mode.

8.9.5 Closing the storage cabinet
Before you close the energy storage system, please check:
General
 all tools removed?
 is the interior clean?
o no loose parts in the interior?
o no small parts in the interior?
Operation
 all cable connections correctly established?
Make any necessary corrections.
If everything is all right, then:
Installation
 close the energy storage system with the supplied screws.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

8.10 Initial commissioning

8.10.1 Checking the activation of the battery modules
If you do not perform initial commissioning directly after

the installation of the battery modules, the battery
modules have to be activated again. See Chapter 8.9.4
Installing and connecting battery modules.
8.10.2 Switching on
The VARTA element energy storage system is switched on as

follows:
 Make sure that the network cable is connected.
 Connect the fuse at the building grid.
 Activate storage system using On/Off button. The button

will be locked in the lower position.
Figure 24: On/Off button

The initialisation process can be tracked at the LED ring of the
On/Off button.
General
LED ring
colour
Flashes every second

Green System check
Duration approx. 90 s
Operation
Probable error:
Installation
Red Steady light The battery modules have
not yet been configured.
Continue with commissioning!

LED ring
Operation (Service)
Possible cause Remedy
colour
On/Off button
Press On/Off button
not pressed
Fuse not switched on Switch on fuse
White
No Check AC grid connection
Maintenance
AC grid connection and establish, if necessary
Check switch and replace, if

Switch defective
necessary

8.10.3 Password entry
The storage cabinet must be connected to the router of the home

network by means of the network cable.
 Connect your PC/Notebook to the customer's network.
 Enter the serial number of the energy storage system

behind http://varta in the address line of your browser.
e.g.: http://varta125023456
 The serial number can be found on the rating plate on the

outside of the energy storage system.
 The welcome page of the web interface will appear.
If the storage system cannot be accessed via the customer's

network, a connection can be established by means of the VARTA
network configurator (NCT). Enter your user name and password to
download this from:
https://www.varta-storage.com/de/nc/b2b.html.
Certain parameters may be changed only by trained and qualified

personnel, not by the operating company!
 Enter the password into the field for installation engineer

access.

 Further tabs appear in the header.
General
Operation
For a simplified installation, you can use the menu
Quick Install (see Chapter 8.11).
8.10.4 Entering serial numbers of the battery modules
Installation
 Click on the Settings tab.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

 The Settings page opens.
 Click on the Basic settings tab.
 Enter an individual name for the device. The maximum

length is 20 characters.
 Enter the serial number(s) of the installed battery module

(expansion stage element 3/6)
or of the installed battery modules (expansion stage
element 6).
The sequence of the entry can be random.
 Click on Apply.
i
The storage system cannot be commissioned
unless the correct serial number(s) of the
battery modules are stated.
 Once the correct serial numbers have been entered, the

LED ring indicator changes from red to green.
 If the LED continues to be red or to flash with a red light,

the following remedies have to be taken.
Remedy: LED ring flashes red
Error:
The current sensor check failed. Please switch the battery storage
system off and back on again.
If the LED ring continues to flash red after the restart (duration
approx. 3 minutes), check the connection to the current sensor
and the phase assignment.
If the LED ring continues to flash red, please contact VARTA

Storage GmbH.

8.10.5 Portal connection
 Select the Network tab from Settings.
General
By default, the storage device uses the customer's network
settings.
For this, the selection field next to Activate DHCP is checked as a
default setting.
Operation
Installation
If the connection is not made automatically, use the parameters in
Operation (Service)
the instructions for the network router. DNS and gateway address
are usually identical for commercially available DSL routers. These
addresses can differ for company networks. Moreover, ports 4500,
21 and 37 need to be enabled for the connection to the portal (does
not apply for all users).
If IP address, DNS address and gateway are to be

set up statically, knowledge of the static address
Maintenance
i
assignment is required.
For this, it is required to read out the router's
network configuration, for example.
The address range 172.30.xxx.xxx and
172.31.xxx.xxx must not be used as a static or
dynamic IP for the storage system.
See Chapter 9.4.2.

8.10.6 Setting the grid parameters for GS protection
The grid parameters for GS protection have to be adjusted to the

requirements of the country in question.
 Click on the Grid parameters tab.
 The Grid parameters page will appear.
 Change the settings - if necessary.
Setting: Automatic
 Check the Automatic option.
 Select the country for which the settings are to apply from
the dropdown list.
 Click on Apply.
The Automatic setting uses the default values that are saved for the
selected country (see Table 12).
For the individual grid parameter settings, see Chapter 9.4.4.

8.10.7 Reboot
General
A reboot is required after parameters are changed.
 To do so, turn the storage system off and then back on

again at the On/Off button.
 Afterwards, checks on the welcome page and on the
Operation
System page are necessary.
8.10.8 Checks on the welcome page
 Click on the Home button.
Installation
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

Figure 25: Checking the welcome page on the web interface
1 Check the display of the current sensor on reasonable

values
2 Check the online status (green = online)
3 Click on the (i) button. There should be no errors

displayed in the info window (see Figure 26)
Possibly the System page shows information for
troubleshooting (see Chapter 11.2.2).

General
Operation
Figure 26: Info window on the web interface
Installation
8.10.9 Checks on the "System" page
 Click on the System tab.
Checking the connections
Operation (Service)
Once the energy storage system has been setup and connected, it
is necessary to check whether the system signals a current flow at
all three phases (realistic currents).
Maintenance

 An error has occurred if the value for the current (I grid)
hovers between +0.01 and -0.01 at all three phases.
Check the cable connection to the current sensor.
Note: The system may need to have a large load at all three
phases.
Checking the battery modules

 Check whether the serial numbers of all installed battery
modules are displayed.
8.10.10 Exiting the password-protected area
Finally, it is necessary to ensure that the customer is unable to

access the password-protected area.
 Click on the Logout tab.

8.11 Quick Install
General
Click on the Quick Install tab.
Operation
Follow the wizard step by step.
Installation
Basic settings menu:
- Enter the device name.
- Select the storage type.
Operation (Service)
- Enter the serial number(s) of the battery modules.
Click on Apply
Maintenance

Network settings menu
The network settings will be taken over unchanged.

Click on Apply.

Grid parameters menu
General
The grid parameters will be set to "Automatic". Select the
appropriate country. For further information, see Chapter 9.4.4.
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Complete the Quick Install with Finish and switch the
storage system off and then back on again at the On/Off
button.
Maintenance

Operation in the password-protected area

9 The password-protected area
9.1 Access to the web interface - password entry
The procedure for accessing the web interface is described in the

Operation section. See Chapter 4.3.1.
Certain parameters may be changed only by trained and qualified

personnel, not by the operating company!
 Enter the password into the field for installation engineer

access.
 Further tabs appear in the header.
 Click on a tab.

9.2 System
General
This page provides an up-to-date overview of the serial numbers,
the state of the battery modules and the battery charger, as well as
the battery inverter data.
System and grid errors are displayed in the fields "Error list" and
Operation
"GS error list".
The serial numbers of the installed battery modules are displayed

under the heading Battery module serial numbers.
Installation
9.3 Version
The versions of the system components can be viewed on this

page.
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

9.4 Settings
The Settings page gives you access to other input screens.
 Click on a tab.
 Enter the parameters or check the corresponding selection

box.
 Confirm your entries by clicking on the Apply button.
 Alternatively, you can restore the Factory settings or return

to the previous operating state via Return.

9.4.1 Basic settings
General
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Basic settings can be changed on this page:
 Device name: Input during initial commissioning. The

maximum length is 20 characters.
 Date and time can be entered here. As a rule, these

parameters are automatically synchronised via the time
Maintenance
server.
 Time zone: For Germany:

GMT+1 (Greenwich Mean Time + 1 h).
 Storage type: Selection of the expansion stage
 Serial number of battery module 1 (battery module 2).

The serial numbers of the battery modules are entered
here. The sequence of the entry can be random.

9.4.2 Network
By default, the storage device uses the customer's network

settings. For this, the selection field next to Activate DHCP is
checked.
 DHCP: This option is used to activate the automatic

referencing of the customer's network parameters.
 IP address: Is read out automatically.
 Network mask: Must be entered manually if DHCP is not

activated.
 DNS address: Is read out automatically.
 Gateway: Is read out automatically.

If IP address, DNS address and gateway are to
General
be set up statically, knowledge of the static
i address assignment is required.

For this, it is required to read out the router's
network configuration, for example.
The IP ranges 172.30.xxx.xxx to
Operation
172.31.xxx.xxx must not be used.
9.4.3 Service settings
Installation
Operation (Service)
The following parameters can be set on this page:
Maintenance
 Reboot time: By default, the system reboots at between 3

and 4 o' clock. Any hour between 0 a.m. and 12 p.m. can
be entered for the reboot time.
 Reboot days: The weekday/weekdays for the reboot are

defined by using the check boxes. At least one box has to
be checked.
 Manual fan control: Selection between automatic (= 0),

medium stage (= 1) and highest stage (= 2).

 Resetting time of air filter change: The time until the
next air filter change can be reset. To do so, check the
selection field. It is assumed that the air filter is really
replaced or cleaned.
 Checking the current sensor: Upon agreement with the

VARTA Storage GmbH service, the automatic current
sensor check can be deactivated.

9.4.4 Grid parameters for GS protection
General
The grid parameters for GS protection for switch off have to be
adjusted to the requirements of the respective country.
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
 Automatic: If the selection box is checked, the saved
settings will be used for GS protection.
The country for which the settings are to be applied can be
selected from the drop-down list.
 Minimum and maximum values for the voltage

between the phases: These values can be set in addition
to the default values.
Maintenance

Table 12 contains the default values that are saved for Germany,
Austria, France, Italy and the Netherlands.
Grid parameters
UGRID_MAX10
FGRID_MAX
UGRID_MaX
UGRID_MIN
FGRID_MIN
(in Hz)
(in Hz)
(in V)
(in V)
(in V)
Country
Germany 47.50 51.50 184 264 253
Austria 47.50 51.50 184 264 255
France 47.50 51.50 184 264 253
Italy 47.50 51.50 184 264 253
Netherlands 47.50 51.50 184 264 253
Table 12: Grid parameter default settings
Note: If the Automatic option is not selected, the following

parameters can also be set to suit the individual requirements of
the grid operator:
 Minimum grid frequency (FGRID_MIN)
 Maximum grid frequency (FGRID_MAX)
 Minimum grid voltage (UGRID_MIN)
 Maximum grid voltage (UGRID_MAX)
 Maximum grid voltage for 10 minutes (UGRID_MAX10)

9.4.5 Reactive power compensation
General
The power factor cos φ for compensation of the reactive power is
set to 0.95 at the factory. This value may have to be adjusted as
specified by the relevant grid operator.
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
In the drop-down list reactive power function, manual input, input
according to Q(P) characteristic and input according to Q(U)
characteristic are available for adjusting the cos φ.
Maintenance

Manual input
 Reactive power function: Select manual input from the

drop-down list.
 You can set the target value for cos(phi) between 0.9
under-excited and 0.9 over-excited. To do so, select the
desired value from the drop-down list.
Target value for cos(phi) Power factor setting
0.90 -100
0.91 -90
0.92 -80
Under-excited
0.93 -70
0.94 -60
0.95 -50
0.96 -40
0.97 -30
0.98 -20
0.99 -10
1.00 0
0.99 10
0.98 20
0.97 30
0.96 40
Over-excited
0.95 50
0.94 60
0.93 70
0.92 80
0.91 90
0.90 100
Table 13: Network parameter settings

 Time delay: Enter the time in s, after which the reactive
power is to be adjusted.
General
 Minimum power: Enter the minimum power in %, up to
which the reactive current is not controlled.
Operation
Setting as per Q(P) characteristic
 Reactive power function: Select Q(P) characteristic from

the drop-down list.
Installation
Operation (Service)
 QPX1 QPX2: Enter the settings for QPX1 and QPX2 by
using the numerical input fields. You can find the settings in
Figure 27.
 QPY1 QPY2: Enter the settings for QPY1 and QPY2 by

Maintenance
Table 14.

Figure 27: Q(P) characteristic
Parameter Meaning
Starting point of the Q(P) characteristic on the

power axis. The parameter is entered in %.
QPX1
Example: QXP1 = 50  The characteristic
begins at 50% of the rated maximum power.
Power factor at the start of the Q(P)
characteristic. The setting is to be found in
QPY1 Table 12. Normally, the power factor at the
beginning of the characteristic is 1. According to
the table, the value of 0 has to be set for QPY1.
End point of the Q(P) characteristic on the
power axis. The parameter is entered in %.
QPX2
Example: QPX2 = 90  The characteristic ends
at 90% of the rated maximum power.
Power factor at the end of the Q(P)
characteristic. The setting is to be found in
Table 12. Normally, the power factor at the end
QPY2
of the characteristic is 0.95 under-excited.
According to the table, the value of -50 has to be
set for QPY2.

Table 14: Setting as per Q(P) characteristic
General

Operation
Setting as per Q(U) characteristic
 Reactive power function: Select Q(U) characteristic from

the drop-down list.
Installation
Operation (Service)
 QUX1 to QUX4: Enter the settings for QUX1 to QUX4 by
Figure 28.
Maintenance
 QUY1 to QUY4: Enter the settings for QUY1 to QUY4 by

using the numerical input fields. You can find the settings
in Table 15.

Parameter Meaning
Start of the first section of the Q(U) characteristic on
the voltage axis. The parameter is entered in V.
QUX1
Example: The characteristic begins at 190 V  the
value of QUX1 is 190.
Power factor at the start of the Q(U) characteristic. If
the grid voltage falls below the value defined by
QUY1
QUX1, the characteristic is limited to the value set in
QUY1. The setting is to be found in Table 12.
End of the first section of the Q(U) characteristic on
the voltage axis. The parameter is entered in V.
QUX2 Example: The first section of the characteristic ends
at 220 V  the value of QUX2 is 220.
Power factor at the end of the first section of the Q(U)
characteristic. If the grid voltage increases beyond the
value defined by QUX2, the characteristic is limited to
QUY2
the value set in QUY2. The setting is to be found in
Table 12. Normally the parameter is set to 0, i.e. no
reactive power is produced.
Start of the second section of the Q(U) characteristic
on the voltage axis. The parameter is entered in V.
QUX3
Example: The characteristic begins at 235 V  the
value of QUX3 is 235.
Power factor at the start of the Q(U) characteristic. If
the grid voltage falls below the value defined by
QUX3, the characteristic is limited to the value set in
QUY3
QUY3. The setting is to be found in Table 12.
Normally, the parameter is set to 0, i.e. no reactive
power is produced.
End of the second section of the Q(U) characteristic
on the voltage axis. The parameter is entered in V.
QUX4
Example: The second section of the characteristic
ends at 240 V  the value of QUX4 is 240.
Power factor at the end of the first section of the Q(U)
characteristic. If the grid voltage increases beyond the
QUY4 value defined by QUX4, the characteristic is limited to
the value set in QUY4. The setting is to be found in
Table 12.
Table 15: Setting as per Q(U) characteristic

General
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Figure 28: Q(U) characteristic
i
When setting the parameters, the following
condition must be adhered to:
QUX1 ≤ QUX2 < QUX3 ≤ QUX4

Maintenance


9.5 Power limitation
If you need the power limitation P(U) (TOR D4), you can select
either characteristic A or B via the drop down list.
9.6 Logging out
Finally, it is necessary to ensure that the customer is unable to

access the password-protected area.
 Click on the Logout tab

Maintenance
General
10 Maintenance basics
Operation
10.1 Safety instructions
Installation
DANGER
Mortal danger!
Operation (Service)
Maintenance
 Disconnect
 Lockout

WARNING
Improper execution of maintenance and

cleaning work
Only original parts are to be used for

maintenance work.
 When all work is complete, cleanly

remake and check the contacts and
connections and screw in place.
All work on the VARTA element

system is to be documented by the
qualified electrician in the service book.
WARNING
Contact with sharp-edged parts
Cut injuries
Wear your personal protective

equipment

WARNING
General

intervertebral discs, bruises and crushings.
Operation
equipment.
Installation
10.2 Scope of maintenance work
Maintenance of the VARTA element energy storage system includes:
 Service (= inspection and maintenance)
Operation (Service)
 Repair and technical improvements and any additions
For documentation on the maintenance procedure, see Chapter 5.
Maintenance

11 Service and repair work

electrician.
11.1 Checking the storage cabinet from outside
 Is the ventilation strip on the storage cabinet cover (see Figure

1) clogged/contaminated?
 The ventilation strip can be cleaned from inside once the
cover has been removed (see Chapter 11.4.7).
 Is the room temperature between 5 °C and 30 °C assured

throughout the year (18 °C is the ideal temperature)?
 Clarify with the customer as to how the temperature in the
installation room can be maintained. If necessary, an active fan
has to be installed.
 Does the storage cabinet stand firmly?

 Adjust, if necessary, using the screw feet.
 Is the wall-mounting stable?

 Tighten or replace the screws as necessary.
11.2 Checking the system parameters (Service)
The system parameters are checked via the web interface. To do so,
please observe Chapter 9 and the service booklet.

11.2.1 Checking the online status
General
On the web interface welcome page, the WWW icon indicates whether
the energy storage system is connected to the VARTA server (green =
online, red = offline).
Operation
11.2.2 Error lists
Reading out error lists

 Select the System button from the header.
Installation
 The error lists for the storage system and the grid and system
(GS) protection will be displayed (arrows).
Operation (Service)
Error rectification
 Identify the errors using the error descriptions.
 Notes on troubleshooting can also be found in the overviews

Maintenance
battery charger, battery modules and battery inverter.

Over there, check the categories status, faults, as well as
control WR, control EMS and control ENS).
 Check the GS settings, if necessary (see Chapter 9.4.4) and

eliminate the error.
 Restart the storage system. Turn the storage system off and
then back on again at the On/Off button.

 If the errors cannot be rectified, notify VARTA Service.
In case of storage systems operated offline, click on the Report

button and send the report to the VARTA service.
11.2.3 Checking the software version
 Select the Version tab from the header.
 The software versions can be read.
11.2.4 Software update
A software update is required if the energy storage system is operated

offline or if an "Online Service of VARTA Storage GmbH" agreement
has been concluded.

The software update can be carried out by using the VARTA network
configurator (NCT). This is available for download in the B2B area of
General
the page https://www.varta-storage.com after entering the username
and the personal password.
Before you carry out a software update, please
Operation
i
check whether any errors are displayed on the
web interface. If yes, rectify them first and
restart. After this, the system is ready for a
software update.
Installation
11.2.5 Air filter change: Resetting the time
The air filter must be replaced at every second service. See Chapter
Operation (Service)
11.4.5.
 From the Settings tab, select the Service settings item.
 Check the Reset air filter box.
 Click on Apply.
11.2.6 Checking the fan

Maintenance
From the Settings tab, select the Service settings item.
 Use Manual fan control to toggle between settings 0

(= automatic), 1 (= medium setting) and 2 (= highest setting).

 Check whether the fan is blowing out air at the top. Wait for 10
to 15 s until the fans have reached a constant speed.
Note: It is possible that the fans are already running.
 Pay attention to noises that indicate mechanical damage.
 Reset to the Automatic (0) setting.
For replacing and cleaning the fan, see Chapter 11.4.7.

11.3 Checking the system parameters
General
The system parameters are checked via the web interface. To do so,
please observe Chapter 9.
11.3.1 Checking the current sensor values
Operation
 Select the System page.
Installation
Operation (Service)
 Check the current sensor values (I grid L1, I grid L2 and I grid
Maintenance
L3) on reasonable values:
If a current sensor value is approx. 0, although the phase is

currently loaded, the connection between current sensor and
energy storage system might be faulty.
If necessary, load all phases separately: Switch on consumers

deliberately.
 If necessary, check the current through all three phases with

the clamp-on ammeter!

Measures in case of suspicious current sensor values:
 If the current sensor value of one or several phases is 0 in

spite of a load, check the connection between energy storage
system and current sensor.
 If necessary, replace the connecting cable (RJ12 cable).
 Check whether the current sensor board is properly screwed

on.
11.3.2 Checking the battery charger
 On the System page, check the status of the battery

charger/battery chargers for plausibility.

11.3.3 Checking the battery modules
General
 The warnings and errors of the battery modules are displayed
on the System page. Indicated errors are explained in the error
list (see Chapter 11.2.2).
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Maintenance

11.4 Service and repairs: Cabinet interior

electrician.
DANGER
Mortal danger!
Switch the energy storage system off.
 Disconnect
 Lockout

WARNING
General

intervertebral discs, bruises and crushings.
Operation
equipment.
Installation
11.4.1 Opening the cabinet
Make sure that the On/Off button on the front of the housing is set to
"Off" (= not depressed).
Operation (Service)
 To open the door, remove the three screws on the left side of
the cabinet.
Maintenance
Figure 29: Opening the door

11.4.2 Removing the battery inverter
 Loosen the two M 5 x 16 screws (arrows!) on the battery

inverter.
Aid: Size 4 hexagon socket wrench
Figure 30: Loosening the screws on the battery inverter
 Take hold of the battery inverter in both hands and pull out at
the handles!
 To reinstall, perform the working steps in reverse order.
11.4.3 Removing and installing the battery charger
Before plugging off the black/red battery cable,

note down the corresponding battery charger
and the corresponding battery module.
After installation, this cable has to be plugged in

at the exact same battery louder and battery
module

General
Make sure that the
battery modules are switched off and no LED
indicator is lit.
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Figure 31: Connections on the battery charger - front side
1 Comm 1 Warning and fault
2 Comm 2 RJ11 SOCKET (not used)
3 Comm 3 RJ45 SOCKET (communication)
4 Battery power 2 (must not be used)
5 Battery power 1
 Push with a screwdriver into the side notches of the battery

Maintenance
charger.
Aid: Slotted screwdriver
 Pull the battery charger approximately half-way out of the

compartment.
 Plug off the cables at the rear.

Figure 32: Battery charger - rear
Connection to the second battery charger

1
(at expansion stage element 9/12)
2 Inverter connection
 Pull the battery charger out of the compartment using both

hands.

Setting the terminal resistor at the right battery charger
General
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Figure 33: Setting the terminal resistor
Note: Setting the terminal resistor,

only at expansion stage element 9/12.
Applies only to battery chargers having cables plugged into
Maintenance
both connections (see Fig. 32) at the rear. The terminal

resistor of the other battery charger must be set to
120 ohms.
If there is only one battery charger, the terminal resistor

must always be set to 120 ohms.

 Set the terminal resistor to "open",
(see Figure 33).
Installing the battery charger

 To reinstall, perform the working steps in reverse order. The
battery charger locks in the end position. It is not necessary to use
a screwdriver.
Note: At expansion stage element 9/12, pay attention to the

assignment of the battery cables.
 Switch on the battery module at the activation button. At

expansion stage element 9/12, additionally switch on the second
battery module at the activation button.
11.4.4 Removing and installing battery modules
WARNING
Improper handling of the battery module!
Personal injuries and material damage
Do not damage the battery module

during removal and installation.
Do not attempt to repair it.
Battery modules are maintenance-free

and must not be opened under any
circumstances.

Make sure that the
General
battery modules are switched off and no LED
indicator is lit.
Operation
Installation
Operation (Service)
Figure 34: Battery module
 Switch off the battery module at the activation button (hold the
button, until the LED goes off). Maintenance
 Plug off the following cable connections:
 Battery power connection

 Comm 1 Warning and Fault
 Comm 3 (RJ48)
 Use the handle to pull the battery module forward on the rails.
Installing battery modules

Reinstall the battery modules exactly in reverse order.
Ensure that the assignment corresponds with the previous status.

Switch the battery module/modules back on.
11.4.5 Replacing/cleaning the air filter
 Unscrew the filter holder.

 The air filter can be removed.
 Clean the area around the filter with a cloth.
 Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner if necessary.
i Make sure no dust from the air filter gets inside

the storage system.
 Replace the air filter (at every second service) and re-mount
the filter holder.
Figure 35: Removing the air filter (view from front and below)
11.4.6 Disassembling the storage cabinet cover
The storage cabinet cover is connected to the storage cabinet by eight

screws.

 Loosen the mounting screws (5 x) at the front of the opened
storage cabinet.
General
Operation
Installation
Figure 36: Screws of cabinet cover – (front bottom)
 Loosen the mounting nuts (3 x) at the rear of the storage
Operation (Service)
cabinet.
Aid: No. 10 flat wrench
Figure 37: Nuts of cabinet cover – (rear bottom)
 Lift off the cover.

Maintenance
 Remove the ground conductor from the ground lug on the

inside of the cover.
11.4.7 Cleaning/replacing the fan
The fan can be accessed after the removal of the cover.
 Check the fan for contamination and clean if necessary.

 Check the bearing play and ease of movement of the fan by
hand.
Replacing the fan
 Disconnect the fan (circle).
 Loosen the four screws (arrows) on the fan cover and cut open
the cable tie.
 Aid: Size 4 hexagon socket wrench, wire cutter
Figure 38: Removing the fan

Preparing the new fan
General
 Remove and dispose of the plastic housing.
Aid: Size 4 hexagon socket wrench
Operation
Installation
Figure 39: Removing the plastic housing
Operation (Service)
 Manually check the fan wheel on a firm fit.
Maintenance
Figure 40: Checking the fan wheel
 Mount the new fan

 Connect the fan.
 Attach the cable with a cable tie
WARNING
Protective earth not connected and fixed!
Personal injury and material damage
Re-establish the protective earth

connection.
Fix the protective earth cable.
11.5 Completion of service and repair work
DANGER
Mortal danger!
Remove all tools and/or small parts
from the interior.
Establish all cable connections
correctly.
Check all cable ducts.
Check all safety devices.
No persons in the hazard zone before
connecting up the power supply.

General
WARNING
Damaged cables due to improper
assembly!
Electric shock!
Operation
Check all assembly steps before
closing the energy storage system.
Do not use any force when closing the

Installation
11.5.1 Checking the operating state
 Make sure that no contamination or material residues are
Operation (Service)
inside the device. Clean using a vacuum cleaner or similar if
necessary.
 Switch the battery module back on.
 Close the door and secure with screws.
 Check whether the fuses have been re-connected.
 Switch on the energy storage system using the On/Off button.

The button will be locked in the lower position.
Maintenance
 Check whether the LED ring indicates the following operating

states after switch on:

LED ring
colour
Flashes every second (approx.

Green System check
90 s)
Green Flashes every 3 s Standby
Green Pulses with increasing intensity Charge
Green Pulses with decreasing intensity Unloading
 If necessary, check whether error messages appear on the

web interface (see Chapters 4.3.2 and 9.2) and rectify the
errors if possible.
Figure 41: On/Off button with LED ring
 Check the fan for proper function. See Chapter 11.2.6

Checking the fan.
 If battery modules have been replaced, enter the serial number

of the modules at the web interface. See the basic settings
page in Chapter 9.4.1 Basic settings.

11.6 Cleaning
General
WARNING
Operation

energy storage system
Installation
electrical systems.
Cleaning agents
Operation (Service)
solvents!
Cleaning the outside of the housing

 clean with a vacuum cleaner.
 wipe with a damp, not wet, cloth.
Maintenance

12 Malfunctions
WARNING
Improper troubleshooting due to lack of
professional knowledge!
Only the qualified electrician is allowed
to rectify malfunctions.
12.1 Malfunction indicators of the LED ring
The LED ring at the On/Off switch indicates malfunctions. See Table 11.
12.2 Malfunction indicators on the web interface
Malfunctions are displayed on the System page of the web interface.
 Select the System tab from the header.
 The error lists for the storage system and the grid and system
(GS) protection can be read out.

13 Disassembly and disposal
General
13.1 Planning disassembly
WARNING
Operation
Improper disassembly due to lack of
Personal injuries and environmental damage!

to disassemble the energy storage
Installation
system.
Operation (Service)
i If the original packaging is no longer
available, request suitable packaging for
hazardous goods.
Maintenance
13.2 Disassembling

electrician.

Especially the Chapter Safety.
i How to open the storage cabinet and

disassemble the components is described in
Chapter 11.4.
The battery modules should be in a charge

state of less than 30%. If necessary,
discharge the modules.
13.3 Disposal
The VARTA element system must not be

disposed of via domestic waste.

The packed battery modules will be collected by
General
VARTA Storage GmbH or by a company
i
assigned by them. For this purpose, please
contact VARTA Storage GmbH
(entsorgung@varta-storage.com). If necessary,
also request packaging for hazardous goods.
Operation
Packaging and collection costs are taken over
by VARTA Storage GmbH.
 The cabinet can be disposed of as electrical waste, for

instance at a recycling centre.
Installation
14 Relocation
Operation (Service)
14.1 Planning a relocation
WARNING
Improper disassembly due to lack of
Personal injuries and environmental damage!

Maintenance
to disassemble the energy storage
system.

i If the original packaging is no longer
available, request suitable packaging for
hazardous goods.
14.2 Relocating

electrician.
WARNING
Improper transport due to lack of
professional knowledge.
Possible mortal danger and material damage
The transportation of the energy storage
system and its components is only
allowed to be carried out by the
manufacturer and the electricians
qualified and certified by him!
Be prudent during transport!
Adhere to the transportation regulations!

General
i How to open the storage cabinet and
disassemble the components is described in
Chapter 11.4.
Operation
The battery modules should be in a charge
state of 20 to 30% of their capacity.
If necessary, charge or discharge the battery
modules.
Installation
The battery modules must be commissioned
again by a qualified electrician certified by
VARTA Storage GmbH within 11 weeks after
the disassembly.
Operation (Service)
i Perform commissioning after relocation
according to Chapter 8.
Maintenance

Figures
Figure 1: Front view VARTA element .............................................28
Figure 2: System overview VARTA element ..................................29
Figure 3: Rating plate VARTA element ..........................................30
Figure 4: Cryptocode ......................................................................30
Figure 5: On/Off button with LED ring ............................................35
Figure 6: Web interface: Welcome page ........................................38
®
Figure 7: ShockWatch sticker ........................................................50
Figure 8: ID label (rating plate) of the system ................................57
Figure 9: ID label of the battery module (example) ........................58
Figure 10: Activation code label (example) ....................................58
Figure 11: Stripping cables.............................................................71
Figure 12: AC connector ................................................................72
Figure 13: Assignment AC-connector (connection side) ................73
Figure 14: Current sensor - direction of installation .......................75
Figure 15: AC port (rear of the storage cabinet) ............................77
Figure 16: Sockets (rear of the storage cabinet) ............................77
Figure 17: Wall mounting VARTA element ....................................78
Figure 18: Opening the storage cabinet .........................................80
Figure 19: VARTA element battery module ...................................83
Figure 20: Clamped connections of battery module (DRY contact)85
Figure 21: Installation positions of the battery modules .................86
Figure 22: Connections – expansion stage element 3/6 ................88
Figure 23: Connections – expansion stage element /12 ................90
Figure 24: On/Off button.................................................................94
Figure 25: Checking the welcome page on the web interface .....102
Figure 26: Info window on the web interface ...............................103
Figure 27: Q(P) characteristic ......................................................120
Figure 28: Q(U) characteristic ......................................................123
Figure 29: Opening the door ........................................................137
Figure 30: Loosening the screws on the battery inverter .............138
Figure 31: Connections on the battery charger - front side..........139
Figure 32: Battery charger - rear ..................................................140

Figure 33: Setting the terminal resistor ........................................ 141
Figure 34: Battery module ........................................................... 143
Figure 35: Removing the air filter (view from front and below) ... 144
Figure 36: Screws of cabinet cover – (front bottom) ................... 145
Figure 37: Nuts of cabinet cover – (rear bottom) ......................... 145
Figure 38: Removing the fan ....................................................... 146
Figure 39: Removing the plastic housing .................................... 147
Figure 40: Checking the fan wheel .............................................. 147
Figure 41: On/Off button with LED ring ....................................... 150
Tables
Table 1: Safety instructions ........................................................... 12
Table 2: Warning levels ................................................................. 13
Table 3: Safety signs ..................................................................... 14
Table 4: Warning signs .................................................................. 15
Table 5: Technical parameters – expansion stage element 3 ....... 31
Table 8: Technical parameters – expansion stage element 12 ..... 32
Table 9: Technical parameters – battery modules ........................ 33
Table 10: Technical parameters – environmental rating data ....... 33
Table 11: LED ring indications at the On/Off button ...................... 36
Table 12: Grid parameter default settings ................................... 116
Table 13: Network parameter settings ......................................... 118
Table 14: Setting as per Q(P) characteristic................................ 121
Table 15: Setting as per Q(U) characteristic ............................... 122
Appendix
Appendix 1a: Connection diagram of TN system
Appendix 1b: Connection diagram of TT system
Appendix 2a: Connection diagram of TN system with data logger
Appendix 2b: Connection diagram of TT system with data logger
Appendix 3: EC Declaration of Conformity – VARTA element

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

VARTA Storage GmbH

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Have fun storing power!

Guidance for the qualified electrician

The first part of this manual contains general

Further information can be found in the

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Tel.: 0049 9081 240 86 60

Document number: OM_850_809

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The manual is structured in a way, so all work must be carried out

Storage of the manual

If the owner changes, the instruction manual has to be handed

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i included in the scope of delivery as standard.

It is prohibited to carry out unauthorised modifications or technical

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Special attention required

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1.1 Explanation of symbols

This instruction manual uses the following types of safety

i Indicates tips for handling the device.

1.1.1 Safety instructions

In this manual, the safety instructions are structured as follows:

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warns of a potentially dangerous

warns of a potentially dangerous

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Prohibition symbols are circular, showing a

Mandatory action symbols are circular,

Warning signs are triangular, showing a black

Environmental regulations are information on

Table 3: Safety signs

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Warning of hand injuries

Warning of hazards due to batteries

Warning of non-observance of the

Table 4: Warning signs

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2.1 General information on safety

Improper use can lead to fatal injuries.

Prior to use, ensure that all protective

By observing the safety instructions and complying with the

Read the instruction manual.

This manual cannot describe every conceivable situation, therefore

Furthermore, the use of the energy storage system is associated

 Installation and maintenance work is not performed

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 The safety instructions provided in this manual are not

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VARTA element as well as the components thereof, is built to state-

Possible mortal danger

The device accommodates parts

Any usage beyond or other than the

Do not use VARTA element: