BlackMax – Installation and Operation Manual
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Issue date: 24/11/2023. Version 13.0
Overview
RedEarth’s
updated BlackMax
battery system is a complete ready-to-run energy storage system for off-grid and on-grid
applications. It is available as either a battery system alone or as a complete PowerStation kit including solar panels and solar
panel mounting equipment, all on two pallets. As an Australian-made product built in Brisbane, RedEarth can provide best-in-
class support for BlackMax owners and installers.
The battery system arrives fully assembled and factory tested. It includes a 6kVA hybrid inverter with two built-in single string
MPPTs for connecting solar panels. It can be supplied with up to three (3) of RedEarth's Troppo lithium batteries (12.3kWh total).
Note that to use the full power available from the inverter at least 2 Troppo batteries are required.
The BlackMax system is designed to be installed either inside or outside, ideally in a shaded area. All switchgear required for
installation is built in. No need to screw switches to the wall.
A typical installation of the BlackMax with solar panels, will require the electrical connection of:
1.
Solar:
Directly connect the solar arrays to the two built-in PV MCBs with pre-terminated MC4 plugs inside the system.
(do not exceed 500Vmax on the PV arrays)
2.
Load
: There are two GPO power points on the system to plug loads into directly (one 15amp & one 10amp) or hard-
wire an external sub-board to the terminal block inside the BlackMax (to access the full 6kVA of power available)
3.
Earth and MEN link:
These need to be in place as required by national standards.
4.
Generator or grid:
Directly connect a hard-wired generator. The generator can be set up for either manual or 2-wire
auto start. Note: it is mandatory to test that the generator works with the BlackMax during installation. Instead of a
generator a single-phase grid supply can be connected to the same hard-wire terminal blocks to achieve generator
like performance from your grid supply.
•
Note:
As an alternative to a generator or grid supply, a different AC-coupled renewable energy source can be
connected to the generator terminals in the BlackMax. This could be an additional Solar PV inverter or Micro-
Inverter system. The BlackMax needs to be pre-configured for one of these options. By default, the BlackMax is
set up for a generator. Therefore, please inform RedEarth before connecting the system to an alternative
renewable energy source.
There are several ways to monitor the BlackMax.
• Local monitoring via the battery SOC meter (state-of-charge) on the top
of the unit.
• The two Power meters on the side of the unit. One shows power in
from the generator and the other shows total power out of the inverter
to the loads.
• Flashing orange light. This turns on when the SOC drops below the set
point (it is factory-set to 20%).
• Remote monitoring: The BlackMax includes an industrial grade
monitoring kit to enable remote monitoring and control capabilities. To
activate this service, the owner needs to enrol in RedEarth's Optimum
program which includes ongoing monitoring of the BlackMax system by
RedEarth. Note that this requires mobile phone coverage or another
source of internet (e.g., Starlink, which RedEarth can assist with).
• RedEarth's EMU app. Once remote monitoring is activated the
BlackMax can be monitored from the customer’s mobile phone.
Note:
The BlackMax is not designed to act as a main switchboard for the
premises, as it does not include space for additional main and customer circuit breakers or RCDs. The MEN link and Earth
connection need to be in place at the premises as required by national standards.
Qualified installation person (installer)
The installation tasks described in this manual
should be carried out by a suitably qualified and
skilled electrician with adequate skills,
qualifications, and experience. They should:
• Have a thorough understanding of
operations, design, and installation
principles of on- and off-grid electrical
systems.
• Have a thorough understanding of the risks
and dangers associated with installing and
using electrical equipment.
• Hold all local, state and country-based
qualifications to carry out such work.
• Adhere to all safety and installations
requirements contained in this manual.
• To c l a i m the STC's available for the solar
panels they must be an accredited installer
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