1 General Information
1.1 Document focus
This document describes how to install and commission the eSite Modular system. It focuses on the installation process of the eSite Modular system components and mentions the associated systems only in brief.
The scope of the document covers the Remote Monitoring and Control (RMC) unit, the Power Combiner Unit (PCU) and the eSite Modular RE, RSE and SE Converter Units.
1.2 Target group
This document is intended for personnel that will perform the installation and the Site Commissioning of the eSite Modular system. All involved personnel must have sufficient basic skills and training.
1.3 Warning levels
Warning
Highlights hazards that may result in personal injuries and/or serious damage to mechanical structures and equipment.
Caution
Highlights hazards that may result in damage to the equipment.
Read
Highlights that there is information to read in addition to this document. That information must be considered when operating the device or control.
1.4 Trademarks
eSite™ and eSite Tools™ are registered trademarks of eSite Power Systems AB (publ) and will be referred to hereafter as eSite and eSite Tools.
1.5 Available product documentation
Product Description
Installation & Site Commissioning Manual
Operation Manual
1.6 Abbreviations and definitions
The following glossary list contains abbreviations and definitions commonly used in the eSite Modular documentation.
1.6.1 Abbreviations
A
Ampere
Ah
Ampere hour
AC
Alternating Current
ATS
Automatic Transfer Switch
BMS
Battery Monitoring System
BMU
Battery Monitoring Unit
°C
Degree Celsius
CAN
Controller Area Network
CE
Conformité Européenne
DC
Direct Current
EC
European Conformity
EMC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
GND
Electrical Ground
HP
High Priority
Hz
Hertz
kW
Kilowatt
LAN
Local Area Network
LP
Low Priority
MCB
Miniature Circuit Breaker
MPPT
Maximum Power Point Tracker
MHz
Megahertz
N/A
Not Available
NTP
Network Time Protocol
PVC
Polyvinyl chloride
RMS
Remote Monitoring System
SCR
Silicone controlled rectifiers
SoC
State of charge
SIM
Subscriber Identity Module
V
Volt
V AC
AC Volts of Alternating Current
V DC
DC Volts of Direct Current
W
Watt
WLAN
Wireless Local Area Network
1.6.2 Definitions
Associated systems
The term 'associated systems' refers to parts or systems not manufactured by eSite Power Systems that are connected to the eSite Modular system, e.g. solar arrays, the battery bank, AC power sources, etc.
Customer load
The customer load is the equipment that is supplied with power from the eSite Modular system.
Tenant
A tenant is a customer whose equipment is part of the customer load. Each tenant may connect equipment as LP and/or HP load. Power consumption may be measured separately for each connected tenant.
Converter Unit
The Converter Unit contains power electronics control system of eSite Modular. It includes rectifiers and solar converters and is mounted outside of the battery cabinet. Max 3 units can be mounted on the system. The Converter Unit must not be opened.
Power Combiner Unit
The Power Combiner Unit (PCU) is the user point of access to the eSite Modular system where all power connections are managed.
RMC
The remote monitor controller (RMC) is located at the top of the battery cabinet. Signal cables and control cables are connected to the RMC, front and back.
eSite Tools
eSite Tools is an RMS that monitors several eSite Modular systems in a network. eSite Tools can be used to view the status of all connected sites in a network and to create a variety of reports. It can also be used for software upgrades, data downloads and configuration changes.
eSite Web
eSite Web is the local eSite Modular web browser interface. It can be reached on-site via the local Ethernet LAN and WLAN connections.
1.7 Compliance
eSite Modular is a carefully designed product that has undergone rigorous performance testing with regards to quality, environment, electrical safety and functionality.
This product and the system software has complied to and met the test standards of:
ETSI EN 300 386 V1.6.
ETSI 300 019-1-2 Class 2.
IEC/EN 60950-1:2005+A1+A11+A12+A2
IEC/EN 60950-22:2006-A11
1.8 CE-marking
eSite Modular complies to the CE standards. EC (European Conformity) labels are found on the side of the Converter Units.
1.9 Product numbering
eSite Modular product number (P/N) of the Modular:
RSE
Converter Unit with Rectifiers and Solar converters
Used for AC power (grid and/or genset) and solar DC power. Serial number 7347xxx
RE
Converter Unit with Rectifiers only
Used for AC power (grid or/and genset) only. Serial number 7370xxx
SE
Converter Unit with Solar converters only.
Used for solar DC power only. Serial number 7400xxx
RMC
Remote Monitor and Controller unit.
Serial number 7410xxx
PCU
Power Combiner Unit Default MCB configuration 3 x 125A, 3 x 32A, 3 x 6A.
1.10 Authorization
Warning
All involved personnel must have sufficient competence and training. If not, there is a risk of injury to the personnel and a risk of damage to the equipment.
An unapproved user:
can work with the eSite Modular system only during regular operation.
can pereform the initial analysis if an alarm is activated.
can log in to eSite Tools or the eSite Web to view information and alarms.
can not make changes or configurations in eSite Tools or the eSite Web.
An approved user*:
has the sufficient basic competence that the market requires and has attended an approved eSite training.
can install the eSite.
can perform Site Commissioning of the eSite.
can work with live equipment.
can replace units.
can configure the system.
can perform troubleshooting.
*depending on level of training.
1.11 Support
eSite Power Systems operate a 'Service Desk & Knowledge Base', where the Customer can access certain documentation, guides and software, report Issues and request support/resolution of reported Issues.
The Customer may access the 'Service Desk & Knowledge Base' by using a user account (provided by the Supplier). The Service Desk is a single point of contact between the Supplier and the Customer and can be found here:
http://servicedesk.esitepowersystems.com
When reporting Issues or requesting support, the Customer is asked to fill in the appropriate form and describe the problem/request in detail. If applicable, photographs and/or log files may be attached to the request.
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