Tips for the Daily Use and Maintenance of Home Energy Storage Lithium Battery Systems
31 Jul.,2025
As home energy storage continues to evolve, these systems not only utilise renewable energy sources such as solar and provide a back-up power source in the event of a power outage.
To ensure that your home energy storage system is always in good working order, it's vital to carry out routine maintenance and cleaning. So, how exactly should this be done?
Daily Use Tips
- Charge and Discharge Management ：Avoid overcharging or over-discharging the lithium battery. Most modern home energy storage systems come with built-in management systems that prevent extreme charging and discharging scenarios. But it's still a good idea to keep an eye on the battery's state of charge (SOC). Try to keep the SOC between 30% and 80% as much as possible.
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Load Management：Understand the power requirements of your household appliances and distribute the load appropriately. High-power appliances like electric heaters, air conditioners, and electric stoves can consume a significant amount of power in a short time. Try to use these appliances during peak solar production hours or when the grid electricity is more affordable. If you rely solely on the home energy storage system, stagger the use of high-power appliances to avoid overloading the battery and reducing its lifespan.
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Temperature Control：Lithium batteries are sensitive to temperature. Keep the battery storage area at a moderate temperature, ideally between 20°C and 25°C. In hot summer months, ensure proper ventilation in the battery room or use cooling devices if necessary. In cold winter, avoid exposing the battery to extremely low temperatures.
Maintenance Tips
- Regular Inspections：Regularly check the battery system. Look for any damage, such as cracks in the battery casing, loose connections, or signs of overheating. If you notice any issues, contact a professional technician immediately to assess and fix the problem.We should also monitor the battery's performance data, such as voltage, current, and SOC, through the system's monitoring interface. If you see any strange changes in these numbers, it could mean there's a problem.
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Cleaning：Keep the battery and its surrounding area clean. Dust, dirt, and debris can accumulate on the battery and its components, affecting heat dissipation and potentially causing electrical problems.
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Software Updates：If your home energy storage system has a built-in software or control system, regularly check for software updates. Manufacturers often release updates to improve system performance, enhance safety features, and fix any bugs or glitches.Following these tips on how to use and look after your battery, it will work efficiently and last a long time. This will also help to make sure that your battery is a good investment for the future.