This article summarises the Giv-Bat 9.5 (Gen 3) Manual, covering the Giv-Bat 9.5-G3 9.5 kWh LiFePO₄ battery. This third-generation model features advanced BMS hardware,
improved communication architecture, modular stacking capability, and improved thermal
resilience. This guide details installation requirements, DIP switch configuration, LED
interpretation, and commissioning steps.
Key Features
- 9.5 kWh usable storage capacity
- Modular stacking design
- Enhanced BMS functionality
- Plug-and-play communication cabling
- Install in a dry, temperature-controlled space.
- Protect the battery from frost, direct water contact, and high heat.
- Ensure DC cables are torque-tightened and strain-relieved.
Installation
- Secure the battery using the provided mounting hardware.
- Connect DC cabling following polarity labels.
- Connect CAN communication cables to the inverter and modules.
- Install stacking frames when using multiple batteries.
LED Indicators
- Green: Normal operation
- Blue: Charging
- Yellow: Standby or low activity
- Red: Fault — check inverter or portal
Commissioning
- Turn on battery isolator.
- Power on inverter.
- Confirm battery detection in the app/portal.
- Monitor LED behaviour and system status.
Maintenance
- Ensure airflow paths remain unobstructed.
- Inspect stacking brackets yearly.
- Monitor BMS alerts and battery status in the GivEnergy portal.