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Morningstar SUNSAVER MPPT SS-MPPT-15L Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Morningstar SUNSAVER MPPT SS-MPPT-15L Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 AVER MPPT WITH TRAKSTAR MPPT TECHNOLOGY Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual For the most recent manual revisions, see the version at: www.morningstarcorp.com MAXIMUM POWER POINT TRACKING SS-MPPT-15L www.morningstarcorp.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    7.0 Technical Specifications ** These power levels refer to the maximum wattage the SS-MPPT-15L Appendix - Wire Sizing Charts can process at a certain system voltage. Higher power arrays can be used without damaging the controller. Certifications MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    SunSaver-MPPT Do not attempt to repair. manuel pour indiquer des conditions potentiellement dangereuses ou des consignes importantes de sécurité. AVERTISSEMENT: Indique une condition potentiellement dangereuse. Faites preuve d’une prudence extrême lors de la réalisation de cette tâche. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 4 This charge controller must be used with only. These DC connections are identified by the symbol an external GFDI device as required by Article 690 of the below: National Electrical Code for the installation location. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 5 éléments et la pénétration d’eau dans le contrôleur. • Installez le MPPT ProStar dans un endroit qui empêche le contact occasionnel. Le dissipateur de chaleur SunSaver-MPPT peut devenir très chaud pendant le fonctionnement. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 6 • Determine if battery is inadvertently grounded. If so, remove the source of contact with ground. Contact with ou des codes pour les exigences. any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 7 • Porter des bottes et des gants de caoutchouc • Utiliser des outils avec poignées isolantes et évitez de placer des outils ou des objets métalliques sur le dessus de batteries. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 8: General Information

    This will help you make full use of the many advantages the SS-MPPT can provide for your PV system. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 9: Features

    2.2 Features 4 - Meter Connection A communication port for the Morningstar Remote Meter The features of the SunSaver MPPT are shown in Figure 1 or personal computer (PC) connection. A MSC or UMC-1 below. An explanation of each feature is provided.

  • Page 10: Optional Accessories

    Remote Meter (Model: RM-1) USB A-B computer cable, and an RJ-11 plug to connect with The digital Remote Meter displays system operating a Morningstar controller’s MeterBus port, for monitoring and information, error indications, and a self-diagnostic read-out. programming using MSView PC software.

  • Page 11: Regulatory Information

    This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ICES-003. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est Morningstar for compliance could void the user’s authority to conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. operate the equipment.

  • Page 12: General Installation Notes

    The following instructions refer to a singular battery, but it is implied that the battery connection can be made to either one battery or a group of batteries in a battery bank. MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION 3.0 INSTALLATION...

  • Page 13: Configuration

    (1) Set-points for this switch setting can be modified with custom SWITCH 3 OFF (↓): AUTO-EQUALIZE OFF programming. For more information, see Section 4.7 - Programming Custom Set-points. SWITCH 3 ON (↑): AUTO-EQUALIZE ON Table 1. Battery Type selection (AGM, flooded battery types only) 3.0 INSTALLATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 14: Mounting

    MSVIEW, 3RD PARTY DEVICES avec des batteries à évent/à électrolyte liquide. Les vapeurs des batteries sont inflammables et corroderont (2) Morningstar PC Meterbus Adapter (Model: MSC) required. Not in- et détruiront les circuits du SunSaver. cluded. See Morningstar’s website at: www.morningstarcorp.com for more information.

  • Page 15: Wiring

    (included). CIRCUIT IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS. AVERTISSEMENT: RISQUE D’EXPLOSION. NE PAS DEBRANCHER TANT QUE LE CIRCUIT EST SOUS TENSION, A MOINS QU’lL NE S’AGISSE D’UN EMPLACEMENT NON DANGEREUX. 3.0 INSTALLATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 16 Volt battery detection is automatic and the check is only If wiring the load connection to a load distribution panel, performed at start-up. each load circuit should be fused separately. The total load draw should not exceed the 15A load rating. 3.0 INSTALLATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 17 SS-MPPT 60 Volt maximum solar input rating. The solar module(s) nominal voltage must be equal to or greater than the nominal battery voltage. For 24 Volt systems, a 24, or 36V nominal solar array must be used. 3.0 INSTALLATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 18 If required, the negative solar connection may be utilisée si la RTS n’est pas connecté. Utilisation de la RTS earth grounded. Use appropriate gauge wire and proper est fortement recommandé. grounding methods for the installation site. 3.0 INSTALLATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Status LEDs blink in sequence one time. For more information on Status LED errors, see Section If the SS- MPPT does not power up or a flashing LED 5.1 - Error Indications. error sequence exists, refer to Section 6.0 - Troubleshooting. 3.0 INSTALLATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 20 4.2 TrakStar MPPT Technology BATTERY SOC LEDS The SS-MPPT utilizes Morningstar’s TrakStar Maximum Three (3) battery state-of-charge LEDs indicate the level Power Point Tracking technology to extract maximum power of charge on the battery. The SOC indication is based on from the solar module(s).
  • Page 21 17 V. Figure 8 shows a typical current vs. voltage output curve for a nominal 12V off-grid module. MAXIMUM POWER POINT BATTERY VOLTAGE RANGE VOLTAGE 10 V 15 V ~17 V Figure 8. Nominal 12 V Solar Module I-V curve 4.0 OPERATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 22: Battery Charging

    When the battery has recharged to the Absorption voltage Les batteries à évent et compensation produisent des set-point, constant voltage regulation is used to prevent gaz explosifs. Le groupe de batteries doit être correcte- ment ventilé. heating and excessive battery gasing. MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION 4.0 OPERATION...

  • Page 23: Load Control Information

    Section 3.2 - Configuration for more information. limits regulation voltage due to temperature compensation to a maximum of 15V (30V @ 24V nominal). This protects certain DC loads that may be damaged by high regulated input voltage. MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION 4.0 OPERATION...

  • Page 24: Protections

    (Charging Status LED: OFF) Solar input power wires are Solar Reverse Polarity short-circuited. Charging automatically resumes when the (No LED indication) Fully protected against reverse solar short is cleared. connection. No damage to the controller will result. Correct the miswire to resume normal operation. 4.0 OPERATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 25: Inspection And Maintenance

    Charging BECOME OVER-CHARGED. TEST BETWEEN ALL stops to avoid over or under-charging. This is a critical error. TERMINALS AND GROUND BEFORE TOUCHING. Contact your authorized Morningstar dealer for service. AVERTISSEMENT: RISQUE DE CHOC Damaged Internal Temperature Sensor ÉLECTRIQUE.

  • Page 26: Programming Custom Set-Points

    Custom charging and load set-points can be programmed into SS-MPPT non-volatile memory using a PC with Morningstar MSView software installed, and a Meterbus to Serial Adapter (Model: MSC) The following inspections and maintenance tasks are or a USB Meterbus Converter (Model: UMC-1).

  • Page 27: Data-Logging

    Open all power source MSView Display windows. See the Help topics in MSView disconnects before removing controller wiring cover, or for more information. accessing wiring. roperating p, t arameters. Smaller Size Mechanical dimensions are less than other MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION 4.0 OPERATION...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    7V to power the SS-MPPT. 5.1 Error Indications Problem: The SS-MPPT is not charging the battery. NOTE: If an optional Morningstar Remote Meter is Solution: If the Status LED is solid or flashing red, see attached to the SunSaver MPPT , use the self-diagnostic Section 5.1 - Error Indications.

  • Page 29: Warranty And Policies

    FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment to the original end user. MS Support Scope: Morningstar will, at its option, repair, or replace, any such defective products. 1. Determining correct or failed functionality of a Morningstar product or system of Morningstar devices.
  • Page 30 Morningstar Warranty Dept. 5. If instructed by Morningstar, after warranty replacement shipment has been received, return of failed unit(s) is required before further warranty replacements can be considered for the original or future cases.

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    Y to Flash R 11.7 12.6 Flash R to Y Storage temperature -55°C to +100°C Flash R to R 11.5 12.6 R to Y Humidity 100% N.C. Note: Multiply x2 for 24 Volt systems. Enclosure IP10 (indoor) 7.0 SPECIFICATIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...
  • Page 32 3.5 in-lb / 0.4 Nm Dimensions See inside front cover Weight 1.3 lbs / 0.60 kg Efficiency and De-ratings Figure 11. SS-MPPT 24 Volt Efficiency Curves Figure 10. SS-MPPT 12 Volt Efficiency Curves Figure 12. Output Current vs. Heatsink Temperature 7.0 SPECIFICATIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 33: Specifications

    3% voltage drop, annealed copper wire at 20 36 Volt Nominal Wiring Chart One-way Wire Distance (feet) One-way Wire Distance (meters) Wire Gauge (AWG) Wire Gauge (mm Amps 13.0 1368 ° 3% voltage drop, annealed copper wire at 20 7.0 SPECIFICATIONS MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

  • Page 34: Certifications

    • FCC (Title 47 of CFR), Part 15 Subpart B Class B digital device SunSaver MPPT , MeterBus are trademarks of Morningstar Corporation MODBUS and MODBUS TCP/IP are trademarks of Modbus IDA. www.modbus-ida.org © 2017 Morningstar Corporation. All rights reserved. MS-001178 v3.4 MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION...

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