solarwatt MyReserve Cluster Installation And Integration Manual

SOLARWATT MYRESERVE CLUSTER

INSTALLATION AND INTEGRATION INTO THE ENERGY MANAGEMENT

1 About this manual

Please follow the "MyReserve installation and operating instructions" and the "SOLARWATT EnergyManager installation instructions" included with the delivery for the installation and setup of SOLARWATT MyReserve and SOLARWATT EnergyManager. Read these documents carefully in order to ensure that the SOLARWATT MyReserve storage system and EnergyManager function smoothly.

The present instructions also provide information for the installation of a MyReserve Cluster and its setup on EnergyManager.

Installation and service must be carried out by qualied electrician who has been certied

by SOLARWATT. The installation and operating manual should be stored in the vicinity of the storage system and must be accessible at all times to everyone involved in work on the storage battery.

Special symbols are used in this manual to delineate and emphasize notices, information

and useful tips.

ATTENTION

Identied important information in particular for electrical connection of components of the energy system.

Important: Identies important information for access URLs and the proce-

dure for planning and installation of the EnergyManager.

Tip: Identies helpful tips for the procedure for planning and installation of

the EnergyManager.

2 Scope of application

These instructions are a supplement to the installation and operating instructions for the products SOLARWATT MyReserve 500 and 800 and the SOLARWATT EnergyManager installation instructions.

3 Limitation of liability

SOLARWATT assumes no liability for personal injury, damage to property or the product itself, or for consequential damages occurring as a result of disregarding this installation and operating manual. Furthermore, no liability shall be assumed for damage to the product that results from or has been caused by improper use, repairs, opening of the battery

storage system, or from any actions of unquali ed persons who have not been certi ed by

SOLARWATT. This limitation of liability also applies to the use of unapproved replacement

parts and failure to comply with the speci ed maintenance intervals. No unauthorized modi cations or technical alterations may be made to the product.

4 Safety instructions

4.1 SOLARWATT MyReserve 500/800

DANGER

Incorrect handling can cause damage!

Failure to comply with the following instructions regarding device usage and handling can result in danger to life and limb and/or property damage to the product and other equipment; SOLARWATT assumes no liability for such hazards.

• The MyReserve battery storage system may only be commissioned by trained electricians. There is a risk of electric shock.

• Do not leave children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities

or insuﬃ cient experience and knowledge unattended in the vicinity of the device.

• MyReserve may only be installed in dry indoor rooms or outdoor areas that are

spray-water protected. Do not expose MyReserve to an environment that has a relative

air humidity higher than 85%. Refer to the MyReserve data sheet as well.

• Do not store corrosive substances in the installation location.

• Do not position MyReserve above or below other equipment.

• Make sure that the device is fastened to the wall properly.

• Avoid the direct e ects of heat from other equipment and observe the minimum dis-

tance to nearby equipment as speci ed by the respective manufacturers.

• Do not clean the device with alcohol or other chemical cleaners. In the process, follow the instructions in chapter Chapter 6 "Cleaning / care and maintenance".

• Only use spare parts and accessories that are approved or recommended by SOLARWATT.

• Do not drill any holes into the housing or the MyReserve front panel for purposes of cable insertion, mounting or the like.

4.2 SOLARWATT EnergyManager

DANGER

The SOLARWATT EnergyManager should only be commissioned by a quali ed electri-

cian! There is a risk of electric shock!

Intended use

The product has been built using state-of-the-art technology and generally recognized good engineering practices. However, damage to the device and other property may occur if the device is used improperly or not as intended. The product is used for energy management in a household. Any use other than or beyond this intended use is considered incorrect usage. The manufacturer/supplier is not liable for the resulting damages. The owner solely bears the risk. The intended use also requires compliance with the operating and installation manual and all other applicable documents.

General safety instructions

Installation of the product may only be carried out by a recognized skilled technician. This person also assumes responsibility for the correct installation and commissioning.

Observe all safety instructions provided on the packaging and aﬃ xed to the device when

working with the product. Check to ensure that there is no damage to the device, the accessories and the mains adapter prior to commissioning and on a regular basis during operation. In case of doubt, have an electrician inspect the equipment to ensure that it is sound. If there is any damage to the product or repairs are needed, these tasks may only be entrusted to authorized persons. Ensure that the appropriate mains adapter is used and that the mains voltage of the unit matches the mains voltage in your country.

The product should only be operated with the mains adapter supplied. If a di erent 24 V

mains adapter is used, the manufacturer/supplier shall not be held liable for any resulting damages. Do not open the EnergyManager or the mains adapter! Removal of or damage to

the housing may expose live parts and impair the function of the equipment.

Prevention of damage

The product is exclusively intended for installation in dry, dust-free indoor areas. Protect

the unit from dust, damp, moisture, aggressive substances and vapors. The ambient temperature must lie between -10°C and +50°C. Do not touch any electronic components or connections on the EnergyManager, because this may damage or destroy the equipment. Ground before working on the device. When connecting the mains adapter, ensure that the mains adapter is not placed in a warm environment in the immediate vicinity of a cold

environment and ensure suﬃ cient temperature equalization. Commissioning when there

is condensation on the equipment poses a life-threatening danger! If the product or mains adapter is damaged or destroyed, it must immediately be decommissioned by a quali-

 ed expert. Only operate the product when the device is in technically sound condition. Always contact a quali ed technician when there are error messages on the device.

Data security

In order to be able to make full use of the product’s scope of functions, the device should be connected to the local network and the internet. Although the communication channel between the product and the internet services is secured using state-of-the-art technology, connection to the network/internet entails security risks: Third parties could gain access to your network and misuse your energy data. Please proceed cautiously by using passwords to enable access to your network, as you would to protect the data on your computer. Protection of your personal energy data has the highest priority. The EnergyManager platform is continuously updated to state-of-the-art security technology in order to guarantee that energy data can only be viewed by the owner and authorized participants. The data collected by the EnergyManager may dier from the data of the electric meter. The EnergyManager data is not suitable for billing purposes.

5 Connecting the MyReserve Cluster cables and lines

Overall circuit diagram of two MyReserve storage systems operated in parallel with AC-Sensor 63

An inverter with multiple MPP trackers can be used for the DC-side connection of two MyReserve storage systems operated in parallel.

Connection diagram for MyReserve CAN communication in parallel operation with AC-Sensor 63 and EnergyManager

Also observe the circuit diagram overviews in the MyReserve installation and operating instructions.

6 MyReserve Cluster integration into the energy management

PV-Anlage

kWh

6.1 MyReserve Cluster in the topology of the household

The MyReserve Cluster can be integrated into the topology of the household installation of your customer in various ways.

6.1.1. Topologies of the building installation > MyReserve Cluster and ONE PV system

The MyReserve Cluster is connected to ONE inverter (=PV system). The AC Sensor of the Cluster is the main EnergyManager meter. The PV system connected to the Cluster must

always be wired on the building side.

Fig.: Wiring for MyReserve Cluster and ONE PV system

GRID SIDE HOUSE SIDE

PSC

meter

kWh

grid side producers:

none

EnergyManager

main meter:

AC-Sensor

house side producers:

PV-Location

house side

battery storage:

MyReserve Cluster

kWh

house side consumers

6.1.2. Topologies of the building installation > MyReserve Cluster and TWO PV sys-

PV-Anlage

kWh

PV-Anlage

kWh

tems

The MyReserve Cluster is connected to TWO inverters (=PV systems). The AC Sensor is the main EnergyManager meter. The MyReserve Cluster units and the connected PV systems must always be wired on the building side. Additional PV systems (not connected to a MyReserve unit) can be integrated on the mains side (gure above) and on the building side (gure below).

Fig.: Wiring for MyReserve Cluster and TWO PV systems

GRID SIDE HOUSE SIDE

PSC

meter

PSC

meter

grid side producers:

PV-Location II

house side producers:

PV-Location I

(with no MyReserve)

house side

battery storage:

MyReserve Cluster

EnergyManager

main meter:

kWh

AC-Sensor

kWh

house side consumers

GRID SIDE HOUSE SIDE

grid side producers:

none

EnergyManager

main meter:

kWh

AC-Sensor

house side producers:

PV-Location I PV-Location II

house sidebattery storage:

MyReserve Cluster device I device II

kWh

house side consumers

6.2 Installation

In order to install the EnergyManager in combination with a MyReserve Cluster, please follow the installation instructions for the SOLARWATT EnergyManager and observe the information from Chapter 5 of these instructions.

Important: You only have to establish a CAN connection between AC-Sen-

sor and EnergyManager for connection to the SOLARWATT EnergyManager one time, even if the Cluster is made up of two MyReserve units.

6.3 EnergyManager Setup for integration of a MyReserve Cluster

6.3.1. EnergyManager settings > Add Cluster units

After installation of the units and access to the setup interface of the EnergyManager (see

"SOLARWATT EnergyManager installation instructions"), the units are integrated via Interfaces/drivers and the Easy Install function.

Important: A MyReserve Cluster must always be integrated into the system

via the Interfaces/drivers menu item.

Under Settings, select Interfaces/drivers and then CAN. MyReserve is already displayed automatically.

MyReserve Cluster is operated with an inverter for both units, so you only have to select the driver and then Save.

Fig.: Selection of the MyReserve driver for Cluster with one inverter for both units

Both MyReserve units and the virtual MyReserve PV inverter are shown in the device list.

Fig.: MyReserve Cluster on ONE inverter device overview

If the MyReserve Cluster is operated with one inverter per storage system, then select the gear symbol for the driver settings and then check One inverter per MyReserve. Con-  rm your entry with Save.

Fig.: Activation of the MyReserve driver settings for Cluster with one inverter per unit

Fig.: Selection of the MyReserve driver for Cluster with one inverter per unit

MyReserve Settings

One Inverter per MyReserve

Both MyReserve units and two virtual MyReserve PV inverters are shown on the device list.

Fig.: MyReserve Cluster with one inverter per storage system device overview

6.3.2. EnergyManager Settings > EnergyManager Portal Setup for Cluster units

Please use the installation instructions for SOLARWATT EnergyManager for the basic description of the setup interfaces. Only the special settings in connection with MyReserve

Cluster are explained below.

EnergyManager settings> Portal Setup for Cluster units> MyReserve category

Depending on whether both MyReserve cluster units are connected to one inverter or one inverter per storage system is used, the MyReserve category on the setup interface shows

MyReserve PV one or two times.

Fig.: MyReserve category with only one inverter for both cluster units

Fig.: MyReserve category for one inverter per Cluster unit

Select a MyReserve PV, mark the inverter to which the unit is connected and con rm your

entries with Save.

Fig.: MyReserve category

EnergyManager settings > EnergyManager Portal setup > PV system category

The PV system category is provided for unique identi cation of all of your customer's PV system in the system.

If MyReserve Cluster is operated with only one inverter for both storage systems, you

only have to assign ONE PV system. So assign a unique name to the PV system to which the MyReserve Cluster is connected.

Then, select the integrated MyReserve PV virtual device in the dropdown menu under Inverters/Yield meters in order to assign it to the PV system.

If MyReserve Cluster is operated with only one inverter per storage system, you have to

assign both PV systems. Con rm the plus symbol

after the PV system category on the

Setup start screen to assign the second system.

Also assign a unique name to the PV system to which the second MyReserve unit is con-

nected. Then, select the integrated MyReserve PV (Master) virtual device in the dropdown menu under Inverters/Yield meters in order to assign it to the PV system.

Fig.: PV system category

PV-Plant MR

EnergyManager settings > EnergyManager Portal setup > Location category

The Location category is provided for uniquely assigning all consumers for the Energy-

Manager to a location in the system so that it can deliver the correct results and gures. Congure all PV systems that are connected to a MyReserve unit as building-side produc-

ers. Congure all MyReserve units as building-side storage batteries.

6.4 EnergyManager Setup for retrotting with MyReserve Cluster

If a MyReserve unit is already present in the system and an additional MyReserve is added, carry out the following steps.

6.4.1. One inverter for both MyReserve units

If the system is operated with one inverter for both MyReserve units, actuate Easy Install in the Devices menu.

The new MyReserve is added to the device list. You do not have to make any changes to

the existing MyReserve PV

6.4.2. One inverter per MyReserve unit

If the future MyReserve Cluster is operated with one inverter per MyReserve unit, select Settings/interfaces/drivers and then CAN. Select the gear symbol to set up the driver and check One inverter per MyReserve. Con-

rm your entry with Save.

Then actuate Easy Install in the Devices menu.

The new MyReserve and an additional MyReserve PV are added to the device list.

Then switch to Applications/Energy Portal Setup.

Create a new PV system and assign the appropriate inverter to the new MyReserve PV. Later, you can also view both PV systems separately in the EnergyManager Portal.

Alternatively, the new MyReserve PV can also be added to an existing PV system.

6.4.3. Settings under Location

Also assign the new MyReserve for both variants under the Location category setup as a building-side storage battery.

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