Redback Technologies
Installation Manual - Redback Smart Hybrid System - v 2.0
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Battery safety
• Use the battery types recommended by Redback Technologies. Follow the battery manufacturer’s
recommendations for installation and maintenance.
Insulate batteries against freezing temperatures. Note: batteries freeze more easily when discharged.
• Remote or automatic generator control systems: disable the starting circuit and/or disconnect the generator
from its starting battery while performing maintenance.
Equipment safety
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• Identify all possible sources of energy. Ensure ALL sources of power are disconnected before performing any
installation or maintenance on this equipment. Confirm that the terminals are de-energised using a validated
voltmeter (rated for a minimum 1000 VAC and 1000 VDC) to verify the de-energised condition.
• Do not perform any servicing other than that specified in the installation instructions unless qualified to do so
or have been instructed to do so by Redback Technologies technical support personnel.
• Solar arrays may be energised even in low ambient light. Install a high voltage DC rated disconnect, breaker,
or accessible fuse box to ensure a safe disconnect from the system (depending on local code requirements).
• To avoid electric shock, disconnect the DC input and AC input of the inverter at least 5 minutes before
performing any installation or maintenance.
• Completely disconnect all sources of power before proceeding with any maintenance. Do not open the upper
inverter compartment of the system.
• Do not tighten the AC and DC terminals or pull on the AC and DC wiring when the inverter is running.
BURN HAZARD
• External and internal parts may be hot. Do not remove the cover during operation or touch any internal parts.
Be sure to allow enough time for internal parts to cool down before attempting to perform any maintenance.
• Do not keep combustible or flammable materials in the same room as the equipment. The Redback Smart
Hybrid contains relays and switches which are not ignition protected.
• Ensure AC, DC and ground cable sizes conform to local codes and are fit for purpose. See product manuals for
minimum size requirements. Ensure all conductors are in good condition. Do not operate the unit with
damaged or substandard cabling.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
• When connecting cables from the inverter to the battery terminals, ensure the proper polarity is observed.
Connecting the cables incorrectly can damage or destroy the equipment and void the product warranty.
• Thoroughly inspect the equipment prior to energising. Ensure no tools or equipment have been left behind.
• Ensure clearance requirements are strictly enforced. Keep all vents clear of obstructions that can prevent
proper air flow around, or through, the unit.
• Do not open the upper front cover of the inverter. Apart from performing work at the wiring terminals (as
instructed in this manual), touching or changing components without authorisation may cause injury to
people, damage to the inverter and annulment of the warranty.
• Static electricity may damage electronic components. Take appropriate steps to prevent such damage to the
inverter; otherwise the warranty may be annulled.
• Ensure the output voltage of the proposed solar array is lower than the maximum rated input voltage of the
inverter; otherwise the inverter may be damaged, and the warranty annulled.
• Solar modules should have an IEC61730 Class A rating.
CAUTION: LIGHTNING PROTECTION. The PV arrays in this system must be protected by a Lightning Protection
System compliant with AS/NZS5033:2014.
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