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- Page 1 Solar Power Systems Models: PVS220W-24, PVS220W-48, PVS240W-24, and PVS240W-48 Installation Manual 255379 Rev. E3 0917 Printed in U.S.A. © Copyright 2017 Federal Signal Corporation...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484, email to info@fedsig.com or call +1 708-534-3400. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Messages............................. 5 General Description ..........................8 Required Equipment ........................... 8 Weight..............................8 Installation Instructions ......................... 9 Installing the Solar Panel Bracket ....................... 9 Side Pole Installation ........................9 Top-of-Pole Installation ......................14 Power Supply and Wiring ........................16 Power Supply ........................... - Page 4 Figures Figure 1 Placement of 55 W Module (Top View) .................11 Figure 2 Placement of 60 W Module (Top View) ................12 Figure 3 Side Pole Mount (55 W or 60 W Modules) ................13 Figure 4 Side Pole Mount (110 W Modules) ..................14 Figure 5 Top-of-Pole Mount .........................
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Page 5: Safety Messages
Safety Messages Safety Messages It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country electric codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes. Listed below are important safety instructions and precautions you should follow. - Page 6 Safety Messages • After installation, service, or maintenance, test the siren system to confirm that it is operating properly. Test the system regularly to confirm that it will be operational in an emergency. • If future service and operating personnel do not have these instructions to refer to, the siren system may not provide the intended audible warning and service personnel may be exposed to death, permanent hearing loss, or other bodily injury.
- Page 7 Safety Messages Read and understand the information contained in this manual before attempting to install or service the siren. Solar modules generate DC electricity when exposed to light. Exposure to this voltage can result in serious injury or even death. Follow all safety precautions.
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Page 8: General Description
Applications include, but are not limited to, remote tsunami sirens, muster stations, and tornado sirens. The PVS220W-24 and PVS220W-48 provide 220 W of power for charging of batteries in 24 or 48 Vdc applications. The PVS240W-24 and PVS240W-48 provide 240 W of power for charging of batteries in 24 or 48 Vdc applications. -
Page 9: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Table 3 Top-of-Pole Mount Net Weight 112 pounds (51 kg) Shipping Weight 150 pounds (68 kg) Installation Instructions Installing the Solar Panel Bracket Electrocution or severe personal injury can occur when making electrical connections, drilling holes, or lifting equipment. Therefore, installation should be performed by experienced electricians in accordance with national and local codes. - Page 10 Installation Instructions 6. Using eight 1/2-inch stainless steel lag screws (minimum of 5 inches in length) or two sections of ¾-inch wide stainless steel strapping, secure the solar bracket onto the pole. 7. Locate your site and find the latitude of your location. For the Northern Hemisphere, add or set the tilt angle at the value specified in the following table.
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Page 11: Figure 1 Placement Of 55 W Module (Top View)
Installation Instructions 7. Find the vertical distance Y for your setup from the tilt angle charts. Figure 1 Placement of 55 W Module (Top View) Installation Manual... -
Page 12: Figure 2 Placement Of 60 W Module (Top View)
Installation Instructions Figure 2 Placement of 60 W Module (Top View) LOCATOR HOLE 24.75 Solar Power Systems... -
Page 13: Figure 3 Side Pole Mount (55 W Or 60 W Modules)
Installation Instructions Figure 3 Side Pole Mount (55 W or 60 W Modules) TILT ANGLE° 291355C Tilt Angle Vertical Distance Y Hole Number from horizontal 25° 15.00 in (38.10 cm) 30° 20.50 in (52.07 cm) 35° 26.00 in (66.04 cm) 40°... -
Page 14: Top-Of-Pole Installation
Installation Instructions Figure 4 Side Pole Mount (110 W Modules) TILT ANGLE° Tilt Angle Vertical Distance Y Hole Number from horizontal 30° 23.00 in (58.42 cm) 35° 30.00 in (76.20 cm) 40° 28.75 in (73.03 cm) 45° 37.50 in (95.25 cm) 55°... -
Page 15: Figure 5 Top-Of-Pole Mount
Installation Instructions 4. Locate your site and find the latitude of your location. For the Northern Hemisphere, add or set the tilt angle at the value specified in the following table. Latitude Range Tilt Angle 90° to 60° 50° 60° to 25° +15°... -
Page 16: Power Supply And Wiring
Power Supply and Wiring Tilt Angle Vertical Distance Y from horizontal 25° 5.00 in (12.70 cm) 30° 5.50 in (13.97 cm) 35° 6.25 in (15.88 cm) 40° 7.00 in (17.78 cm) 45° 7.50 in (19.05 cm) 50° 7.75 in (19.69 cm) Power Supply and Wiring Power Supply Connect four 55 W or 60 W, 12 V solar modules in series to supply a 48 Vdc power... -
Page 17: Wiring The 24 V Junction Box (55 W Modules)
Power Supply and Wiring 7. Measure the voltage between red (+) and black (-) wires at the end of the PV output cable with the modules exposed to sunlight. If the wiring is correct, the voltage measures between 60 and 92 Volts. If the voltage is not in this range, check the wire connections to ensure all steps were followed. -
Page 18: Figure 6 Module Wiring (Back View)
Power Supply and Wiring 9. Run the two-conductor PV output cable (30-foot length) down the pole to the Control Cabinet. Use wire tie wraps provided to secure the output cable. Form a drip loop where the cable enters the Control Cabinet. Run cable through the ½-inch NPT aluminum cord grip provided and connect to solar regulator using the spade terminals. -
Page 19: Figure 7 Wiring Pvs220W Systems
Power Supply and Wiring Figure 7 Wiring PVS220W Systems (PVS220W-24) 55W,12V 55W,12V 55W,12V 55W,12V 3-COND CABLE 3-COND CABLE 3-COND CABLE BUTT SPLICE 2-COND CABLE RED (+) BLK (-) (PVS220W-48) 55W,12V 55W,12V 55W,12V 55W,12V 3-COND CABLE 3-COND CABLE 3-COND CABLE BUTT SPLICE... -
Page 20: Wiring The 24 V Junction Box (110 W Modules, Three Conductors)
Power Supply and Wiring Figure 8 Wiring PVS240W Systems 24 VOLT SYSTEM (PVS240W-24) 60W,12V 60W,12V 60W,12V 60W,12V TO SOLAR REGULATOR PV+ TO SOLAR REGULATOR PV- 48 VOLT SYSTEM (PVS240W-48) 60W,12V 60W,12V 60W,12V 60W,12V TO SOLAR REGULATOR PV+ TO SOLAR REGULATOR PV- Wiring the 24 V Junction Box (110 W Modules, three conductors) To wire the 24 V junction box (110 W modules, three conductors), do the following: 1. -
Page 21: Wiring The Junction Box For 24 V (110 W Modules, Four-Wire)
Power Supply and Wiring 6. Measure the voltage between red (+) and black (-) wires at the end of the PV output cable with the modules exposed to sunlight. If the wiring is correct, the voltage measures between 30 and 46 Volts. If the voltage is not in this range, check the wire connections to ensure all steps were followed. -
Page 22: Figure 9 Module Wiring 110 W Panels
Power Supply and Wiring 8. Installation is now complete. Figure 9 Module Wiring 110 W Panels Solar Power Systems... -
Page 23: Figure 10 Wiring Pvs220W Systems
Power Supply and Wiring Figure 10 Wiring PVS220W Systems Installation Manual... -
Page 24: Getting Service
Getting Service Figure 11 Module 110 W Placement Getting Service If you are experiencing any difficulties, contact Federal Signal Customer Care at: 800-548-7229 or 708-534-3400 extension 5822 or Technical Support at: 800-524-3021 or 708-534-3400 extension 7329 or through e-mail at: techsupport@fedsig.com. For instruction manuals and information on related products, visit: http://www.fedsig.com/ Solar Power Systems... -
Page 25: Figure 12 Final Assembly Solar Bracket 55 W Or 60 W (4 Panel)
BRACKET ASSEMBLY FINISH: MATERIAL DESCRIBED AND INFORMATION CONVEYED IS NONE PROPRIETARY TO FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION, IS OR MAY BE THE SUBJECT OF PATENT APPLICATIONS, AND MAY NOT BE COPIED, DIVULGED TO OTHERS, OR USED FOR MANUFACTURING WITHOUT CONSENT. REMOVE BURRS, SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES... -
Page 26: Figure 13 Final Assembly Solar Bracket Side Mount 110 W
2645 FEDERAL SIGNAL DRIVE - UNIVERSITY PARK,IL 60466 FINISH: MATERIAL DESCRIBED AND INFORMATION CONVEYED IS NONE PROPRIETARY TO FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION, IS OR MAY BE THE SUBJECT OF PATENT APPLICATIONS, AND MAY NOT BE COPIED, DIVULGED TO OTHERS, OR USED FOR MANUFACTURING WITHOUT CONSENT. -
Page 27: Figure 14 Final Assembly Solar Bracket Top-Of-Pole Mount 110 W (2 Panel)
2645 FEDERAL SIGNAL DRIVE - UNIVERSITY PARK,IL 60466 FINISH: MATERIAL DESCRIBED AND INFORMATION CONVEYED IS NONE PROPRIETARY TO FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION, IS OR MAY BE THE SUBJECT OF PATENT APPLICATIONS, AND MAY NOT BE COPIED, DIVULGED TO OTHERS, OR USED FOR MANUFACTURING WITHOUT CONSENT. -
Page 28: Figure 15 Dcb And Dcfcb Solar Wiring
Figure 15 DCB and DCFCB Solar Wiring... -
Page 29: Figure 16 Dcfctb Solar Wiring
Figure 16 DCFCTB Solar Wiring... -
Page 30: Figure 17 One-Way Solar Ultravoice Wiring Diagram
Figure 17 One-Way Solar UltraVoice Wiring Diagram RADIO RS232 SOLAR WIRING CONFIGURATIONS RX TEST 288996 (PVS220W-24-DSA, PVS220W-24-MOD, PVS220W-24-H-S) PRIMARY CABINET JP25 JP26 JP27 JP28 JP21 JP22 JP23 JP24 BATTERY AMP 5 BATTERY AMP 6 AMP 7 AMP 8 TEST AMP 1... -
Page 31: Figure 18 Two-Way Solar Ultravoice Wiring Diagram
Figure 18 Two-Way Solar UltraVoice Wiring Diagram SOLAR WIRING CONFIGURATIONS RADIO 288996 (PVS220W-24-DSA, PVS220W-24-MOD, PVS220W-24-H-S) RS232 RX TEST 110W, 12V 110W, 12V PRIMARY CABINET JP21 JP22 JP23 JP24 JP25 JP26 JP27 JP28 BATTERY BATTERY AMP 1 AMP 2 AMP 3... -
Page 32: Figure 19 Hawaii Ultravoice Wiring Diagram
Figure 19 Hawaii UltraVoice Wiring Diagram 24 VOLT SYSTEM: 288996 (PVS220W-24) 71400089A-01 RS232 1 CELL RS232 2 71400089A-02 110W, 12V 110W, 12V SECONDARY CABINET JP25 JP21 JP22 JP23 JP24 JP26 JP27 JP28 BATTERY BATTERY TEST AMP 1 AMP 2 AMP 3... -
Page 33: Figure 20 Solar Assembly For The Ultravoice
0.005 2645 FEDERAL SIGNAL DRIVE - UNIVERSITY PARK,IL 60466 MATERIAL DESCRIBED AND INFORMATION CONVEYED IS PROPRIETARY TO FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION, IS OR MAYNOT BE COPIED, DIVULGED TO OTHERS, OR USED FOR MANUFACTURING WITHOUT CONSENT. REMOVE BURRS, SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES... -
Page 34: Figure 21 Solar Assembly For The Dc Series Siren Control System
ā 0.12] x.xxx[x.xx] 7011A069-08 SCREW MATERIAL DESCRIBED AND INFORMATION CONVEYED IS PROPRIETARY TO FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION, IS OR SCALE AT B SIZE: FINISH MAY BE THE SUBJECT OF PATENT APPLICATIONS, AND MAY NOT BE COPIED, DIVULGED TO OTHERS, OR USED FOR MANUFACTURING WITHOUT CONSENT.
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