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Summary of Contents for Geyserwise 2200W AC/950W DC
- Page 1 PV System installers guide Models: 2200W AC/950W DC; 1500W AC/950 DC Before operating and installation, carefully read all instructions. Do not discard this manual.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installation of the pv panels General Installation Installation of the element Screw in elements Flange Type Elements Installation of the Geyserwise Dual Controller Installation procedure steps MPPT connection Display Error codes - summary Connection of MPPT Controller What is MPPT and how does it work? How is this done? So in layman’s terms, how does MPPT benefit me? -
Page 3: Introduction
Modular system – can be expanded to build off-grid power system for the home Photovoltaic Panels Cold water in Hot water out DC power (-) & (+) 230 VAC power supply AC power to Element PTC Dual AC/DC heating element GeyserWise control DC power to element www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 4: System Overview - 100L
White DC Blue DC PTC element Black AC Red AC Battery PV Bat Pump Ground – Thermostat GeyserWise control LDR – outside CN5C Isolator switch System overview - 100L for low irradiation areas – – 300W PV 300W PV panel panel... -
Page 5: System Overview - 150L
Blue DC PTC element Black AC Red AC Battery PV Bat Pump Ground – Thermostat GeyserWise control LDR – outside CN5C Isolator switch System overview - 150L for low irradiation areas – – – 300W PV 300W PV 300W PV... -
Page 6: System Overview - 200L
White DC Blue DC PTC element Black AC Red AC Battery PV Bat Pump Ground – Thermostat GeyserWise control LDR – outside CN5C Isolator switch System overview - 200L for low irradiation areas – – – – 250W PV 250W PV... -
Page 7: South African Irradiation Levels
UPINGTON 7,71 6,86 5,68 4,50 3,78 3,34 3,57 4,43 5,40 6,69 7,46 7,98 VIRGINIA 6,78 6,12 5,24 4,49 3,88 3,45 3,71 4,45 5,39 5,77 6,35 6,71 WELKOM 6,78 6,12 5,24 4,49 3,88 3,45 3,71 4,45 5,39 5,77 6,35 6,71 www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 8: System Components
Always ensure familiarity with all local safety procedures Step 3 Mount the PV Panels Step 4 Install element Step 5 Install Geyserwise Dual Controller Step 6 Install MPPT Step 7 Recheck all connections Step 9 Switch on Fuses on MPPT... -
Page 9: Safety Precautions
Test with a MULTIMETER to ensure that there is no current on the wires. IMPORTANT Make sure that there is no reading on the multimeter. www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 10: Electricity On Pv Panels
For your safety, do not install or handle PV modules under adverse conditions, including without limitation strong or gusty winds, and wet or frosted roof surfaces. www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 11: Installation Of The Pv Panels
Southern Hemisphere the panels should face north at an angle calculated according to your location Optimal angle for fixed solar panels depending on installation position 45˚ 37˚ – 45˚ 26˚ – 37˚ 13˚ – 26˚ 0˚ – 13˚ 13˚ – 26˚ 26˚ – 37˚ 37˚ – 45˚ www.geyserwise.co.za... - Page 12 Use a bracket structure that can withstand high winds. The bracket structure must be made of durable, corrosion resistant and UV resistant materials STEP 3 Choose a fixing method: Installed by nut and bolt: Installed by fixture Fix the module to the structure using the pre-fabricated holes www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 13 Ensure that the correct connecters are used (At least 40 A) – – MPPT + MPPT - (Plug in using (Plug in using 250W PV 250W PV supplied cables) supplied cables) panel panel PV system connection diagramme – Two panels seriers MPPT www.geyserwise.co.za...
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Page 14: Installation Of The Element
Close drain valve and turn ON cold water supply. Allow all trapped air to escape from open hot water faucet until water has a constant flow, then close hot water faucet. If leakage occurs, shut OFF cold water supply and tighten element or reposition gasket. www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 15: Flange Type Elements
Shut OFF cold water supply to the geyser, open the hot water faucet, attach a hose to the drain valve, open the drain valve on the GEYSER and drain the water. Remove access cover and fold back insulation. Check wires with a Multi Meter before attempting to remove the wires. www.geyserwise.co.za... - Page 16 Tank must be properly filled with water and free of air before applying electric power to prevent element damage. Turn ON electric power to water heater White DC Blue DC PTC Element Black AC Red AC Simply Plug in the Anderson plug on fitted on the White and Blue cables into the MPPT www.geyserwise.co.za...
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Page 17: Installation Of The Geyserwise Dual Controller
IMPORTANT! Make sure that there is no reading on the multimeter. STEP 2: Install control box Find a dry place near the isolator switch. The control box must not be exposed to the elements! www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za... - Page 18 STEP 4: Remove thermostat and replace with supplied geyser temperature probe The geyser's thermostat needs to be removed. The geyser temperature probe provided by GeyserWise has a built in probe that measures the temperature in the geyser. It also supplies information to the element whether it should switch on or not.
- Page 19 MPPT controller is used or the negative of the MPPT controller in case the MPPT controller is used. Please see diagrammes on page 5. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 20 The function of the LDR sensor is to extension cable provided. detect the quality of light outside. Plug the LDR sensor into the control box at the dedicated port. LDR sensor LDR sensor Connections on control box summary LDR Sensor LDR Sensor www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 21 Each control box has knock outs at the bottom of the unit. To make an entry into the control box, just remove the knock out. Connect Live and Neutral as indicated. Ensure that the wires are properly Connect Earth wire as indicated fastened as they are drawing a large current. Loose connections can damage the connector block. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 22 Note: Ensure that a wire is used that complies with the requirements of SANS 10142. Connect Live and Neutral as indicated. Ensure that the wires are properly fastened as they are drawing a large Connect Earth wire as indicated. current. Loose connections can damage the connector block. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 23 Replace cover of geyser to protect Ensure the geyser is earthed as indicated the electrics. (in case the geyser needs to be earthed). www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
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Page 24: Mppt Connection
Before you replace the lid it is important to do a final check on the electrics by comparing it to the wiring as indicated on the lid. Power up system Switch on main supply at DB board. Then switch on power at isolator switch. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 25: Display
It displays the following: LDR reading (press up and down Geyser temperature. arrows simultaneously once). In case of Pumped solar system only. Day of the week. Real time clock. Element on/off indicator. Timers. Error messages. DC Indicater www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za... - Page 26 And set the hours to your requirement. Press the green set button immediately after setting the hours to get to the minute counter. Set the minutes according to your requirements by using the ^ and v arrow keys. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 27 The below screens show the temperature flashing in block number 1. Set the temperature per block to user requirements by using ^ and v arrow keys. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 28 “on” will flash on the screen. Use the and buttons to adjust the temperature. Setting geyser element timers There are four on/off timers that can be set with the GeyserWise. Note that you can set different timers for the weekend. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 29 It is possible to eliminate a timer setting. To eliminate a setting follow the below steps: Press the down arrow button until the timer setting reaches 00:00. Press the down arrow once more to eliminate until --:-- is displayed. Follow the steps on page 41 with on and off setting. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 30 4 kW. This then settings reappear. means that the user consumed 120 kWh since the last time the unit was reset. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za...
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Page 31: Error Codes - Summary
Check communications wire between control box and display unit (More information on page 23) Error code: When two middle buttons pressed together When two middle buttons are pressed LDR sensor not connected. Possible cause LDR Sensor not connected. Remedial action Connect LDR sensor. www.geyserwise.co.za www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 32: Connection Of Mppt Controller
During low light level situations it will compensate for the low light level and find the new point at which the solar cell delivers its maximum power output. www.geyserwise.co.za... -
Page 33: Connection Diagramme
PV System Installers Guide ___________ Connection of MPPT controller Connection Diagramme Geyserwise MPPT Controller (Ensure that 4mm Solar Cable is used) (Use Cables as Supplied) – – 250W PV 250W PV panel panel Set voltage on MPPT White DC Blue DC... -
Page 34: Expected Multi-Meter Readings
DC Current Amps to Element PV appropriate water proof box. Please take all voltage and ampere readings before leaving the installation site. If you are unsure as to what the values should be for your particular installation please contact our office for advice. www.geyserwise.co.za... - Page 35 PV System Installers Guide ___________________________________ NOTES www.geyserwise.co.za...
- Page 36 GeyserWise cc • members Nicolene Fourie, Jacque Fourie, Cecile Fourie, Elizabeth Louise Fourie CAPE TOWN postal address Post Net, Private Bag X103, Suite 239, N1 City, 7463 • physical address 151 Cook Street, Goodwood, 7460, Western Cape tel 086 104 3973 • fax 086 664 3973...
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