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- Page 1 P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 30A Flush Mount LCD PWM Solar Charge Controller CHC-LCD-30FM User’s Manual Page 1 of 16 windynation 01/10/2018...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 Table of Contents Introduction ..............................3 Features .............................. 3 Safety Information ..........................3 Specifications ............................3 1.3.1 Electrical Specifications ........................3 1.3.2 Physical Specifications ........................4 Installation ..............................4 Electrostatic (ESD) Precautions ......................4 Mounting ............................. 4 Connections ............................ -
Page 3: Introduction
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 1 INTRODUCTION The WindyNation 30FM Flush Mount Solar Charge Controller provides an intelligent multifunctional charging and power management solution for the solar charging of 12 and 24 volt battery systems. Operation is conveniently presented and parameters are controlled via a customized LCD display screen interface. The controller features an automatic 12V or 24V DC auto-detect function that will identify the battery voltage upon initial battery connection and uses Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) allowing for a highly efficient and battery-friendly charge control. -
Page 4: Physical Specifications
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 Boost Charging Voltage 14.0V-15.0V DC / 28.0V-30.0V DC (adjustable) Default: 14.5V Float Charging Voltage 13.0V-13.8V DC / 26.0V-27.6V DC (adjustable) Default: 13.7V Equalization Charging Voltage 14.0V-15.5V DC / 28.0V-31.0V DC (adjustable) Default: 15.0V Low Voltage Protection 11.0V-12.5V DC / 22.0V-25.0V DC (adjustable) Default: 11.1V... -
Page 5: Connections
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 5. Install four user-supplied fasteners through the four mounting holes in the controller and into the mounting surface. 6. Tighten all the fasteners to ensure the controller cannot slide in any direction. IMPORTANT: For best results, mount the charge controller and batteries as close to the panels as practical. 2.3 C ONNECTIONS WARNING: Loose connectors result in excessive voltage drop and may over heat wires, which can cause... - Page 6 P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 A 30 amp MC4 in-line fuse is recommended in the positive wire connecting the charge controller to the solar panel(s); See Section 3.5 for a complete fusing diagram. WARNING: High voltages may be present on the solar panel output wiring. Solar panels produce electricity when exposed to light.
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Page 7: Parallel Connections
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 CAUTION: High power electrical systems pose dangers and it is the user's responsibility to be familiar with these dangers and take any necessary action to ensure safe use. Shorting a battery or connecting your controller to a battery can supply huge currents and have serious consequences including explosions, causing fire damage to equipment, and personal injury including death. -
Page 8: Button Definitions
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 3.1 B UTTON EFINITIONS Button Name Description Toggles the active LCD interface to enter the edit MENU menu as defined in Sec 3.3 ENTER Accept or confirmation of parameter selections. UP: Positive (+) parameter adjustments UP / DOWN DOWN: Negative (-) parameter adjustments. -
Page 9: Lcd Menu Interface Cycle
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 Controller will provide the battery as much of constant current as it will Bulk Charging accept (up to 30 amps) as voltage increases. Also referred to as Absorption stage, the controller will hold the Boost Charging voltage at the Boost set point, decreasing the current until the battery is fully charged. -
Page 10: Float Charge Setting
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 and will only be performed if the battery voltage is allowed to get to below 40% SOC (~12.1V) and will last for approximately two hours. By pressing the DOWN button from this interface, you can set the value to 14.0~15.5V / 28.0~31.0V; Default: 15.0V/30.0V. -
Page 11: Reset Default Setting
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 By pressing the DOWN button from this interface, you can set the value as follows: Value Mode Function Normal (Default) Load is supplied continuous power. Load is supplied power at nighttime and continues working for the specified duration (in hours). For example, if the Load 1h –... -
Page 12: Electronic Short Circuit Safety
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 3.5.1 Electronic Short Circuit Safety An electronic short circuit safety device is built into the solar charge controller and prevents both destruction of the solar charge controller and the blowing of the safety fuse in case of short circuits on the load terminals. The second line of the LCD display indicates this error as "Short circuit". -
Page 13: Application
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 • Check ventilation at rear of controller • Protect the controller from direct sunshine. The maximum allowable Over Heat • Reduce heat near the controller. temperature has been exceeded. • Allow controller to cool to restore LOAD power Battery voltage exceeds target Disconnect charger(s) until battery voltage is lower Over Voltage... -
Page 14: Support
5.4.1 Restrictions No warranty will apply if the Product (i) has been altered or modified except by Windy Nation; (ii) has not been installed, operated, repaired, or maintained in accordance with instructions supplied by Windy Nation; (iii) has been subjected to abnormal physical, thermal or electrical stress, misuse, negligence, or accident. If Windy Nation determines that the problem with the Product is not due to a manufacturing defect in Windy Nation’s workmanship or materials, or otherwise does not qualify for warranty repair, then the Customer will... -
Page 15: Disclaimer
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. Neither Windy Nation nor its affiliates or suppliers will be held liable or responsible for any damage or loss to any items or products connected to, powered by or otherwise attached to the Product. -
Page 16: Mounting Template
P30LF User Manual Revision 1.0 6 MOUNTING TEMPLATE Page 16 of 16 windynation 01/10/2018...
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