General Requirements

• The installation and usage environment must meet relevant international, national, and local standards for lithium batteries, and are in accordance with the local laws and regulations. The user is obliged to protect the ESS against fire or other hazards.
• Keep the ESS out of the reach of children and away from daily working or living areas, including but not limited to the following areas: studio, bedroom, lounge, living room, music room, kitchen, study, game room, home theater, sunroom, toilet, bathroom, laundry, and attic.
• When installing the ESS in a garage, keep it clear of the drive path. It is recommended that the ESS be mounted on the wall higher than the bumper to prevent collision.
• Do not install the ESS in places that are enclosed, unventilated, without proper fire fighting facilities, or difficult for firefighters to access. Do not place flammable or explosive materials around the ESS. It is recommended that the ESS be mounted on a wall to avoid contact with water.
• Install the ESS in a sheltered place or install an awning over it to avoid direct sunlight or rain.
• For areas prone to natural disasters such as floods, debris flows, earthquakes, and typhoons, take corresponding precautions for installation.
• Do not install the ESS in an easily accessible position because the temperature of the enclosure and heat sink is high when the ESS is running.
• Do not install the ESS on a moving object, such as ship, train, or car.
• Ensure that the equipment is stored in a clean, dry, and well ventilated area with proper temperature and humidity and is protected from dust and condensation.
• Keep the installation and operating environments of the equipment within the allowed ranges. Otherwise, its performance and safety will be compromised.
• Do not install, use, or operate outdoor equipment and cables (including but not limited to moving equipment, operating equipment and cables, inserting connectors to or removing connectors from signal ports connected to outdoor facilities, working at heights, performing outdoor installation, and opening doors) in harsh weather conditions such as lightning, rain, snow, and level 6 or stronger wind.
• Do not install the equipment in an environment with direct sunlight, dust, smoke, volatile or corrosive gases, infrared and other radiations, organic solvents, or salty air.
• Do not install the equipment in an environment with conductive metal or magnetic dust.
• Do not install the equipment in an area conducive to the growth of microorganisms such as fungus or mildew.
• Do not install the equipment in an area with strong vibration, noise, or electromagnetic interference.
• Ensure that the site complies with local laws, regulations, and related standards.
• Ensure that the ground in the installation environment is solid, free from spongy or soft soil, and not prone to subsidence. The site must not be located in a low-lying land prone to water or snow accumulation, and the horizontal level of the site must be above the highest water level of that area in history.
• Do not install the equipment in a position that may be submerged in water.
• If the equipment is installed in a place with abundant vegetation, in addition to routine weeding, harden the ground underneath the equipment using cement or gravel.
• Do not install the equipment outdoors in salt-affected areas because it may be corroded. A salt-affected area refers to the region within 500 m of the coast or prone to sea breeze. Regions prone to sea breeze vary with weather conditions (such as typhoons and monsoons) or terrains (such as dams and hills).
• Before installation, operation, and maintenance, clean up any water, ice, snow, or other foreign objects on the top of the equipment.
• When installing the equipment, ensure that the installation surface is solid enough to bear the weight of the equipment.
• After installing the equipment, remove the packing materials such as cartons, foam, plastics, and cable ties from the equipment area.
• Store the equipment according to the storage requirements. Equipment damage caused by unqualified storage conditions is not covered under the warranty.

Figure 1-3 Installation environment

• The operation and service life of the battery depend on the operating temperature. Install the battery at a temperature equal to the ambient temperature or in a better environment.
• The operating temperature of the LUNA2000 ranges from –20°C to +55°C. If the LUNA2000 is installed in a cold environment, the built-in thermal control system starts to heat the battery to achieve better performance. The heating process consumes rechargeable power, which reduces the system energy efficiency in cold weather.
• If the LUNA2000 is stored in a cold environment (for example, 0°C) before installation, the LUNA2000 needs some time (< 2 h) to heat up before it can be charged. You are advised to place the LUNA2000 in a warm place before installation to facilitate commissioning.
• When the ambient temperature of the LUNA2000 is higher than +45°C or lower than –10°C, the battery charge and discharge power will be derated.