Outback FLEXmax 80 Quick Start Manual

Models:
FLEXmax 80: 80 amps maximum continuous
output current (up to 40°C without thermal derating)
FLEXmax 60: 60 amps maximum continuous
output current (up to 40°C without thermal derating)
Features:
Maximum Power Point Tracking
Supports 12, 24, 36, 48, and 60 Vdc
battery voltages
Backlit display screen (LCD) with 80 characters
(4 lines, 20 characters per line)
Last 128 days of operational data logging
Voltage step-down capability allowing a higher PV
array voltage configuration
Manual and automatic equalize cycles
Screen Versions:
English
Spanish
Australian (English with different default settings)
LCD Screen
Maximum PV Input Wattage
per Charge Controller
Terminals
Maximum PV Maximum PV
Battery
Input Wattage Input Wattage
Bank
4 Nm (35 in-lb)
for the for the
Voltage
FLEXmax 80 FLEXmax 60
12 Vdc 1000 W 750 W
System Display
and Controller
24 Vdc 2000 W 1500 W
36 Vdc 3000 W 2250 W
48 Vdc 4000 W 3000 W
60 Vdc 5000 W 3750 W
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FLEXmax Charge
Controller
In 23.2 V 0.0 A
Out 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWH
AUX: OFF Sleeping
Soft Keys
PV PV BAT
Torque =
+ –
MATE RTS
Port Port
(RJ45) (RJ11)
(MATE3)
IMPORTANT: Example only. Actual wiring may vary.
All configurations must comply with local and national
electric codes. Consult your local electric authority to
ensure compliance.
Photovoltaic Array
PV Combiner Box
BAT
DC Disconnect
– +
Ground Bus
(RTS)
PV Input Voltage
Battery Voltage
Instantaneous Kilowatts
(PV)
AUX Status
Navigation:
Soft Key
Buttons
Soft Key Color Code:
Available menus
DC LEGEND
Select this option to proceed
Adjusts the set points value
Negative
Selects a function (e.g., ON, OFF, AUTO)
Switches between devices on the
Positive ports of the Communications HUB
NOTE: Soft key functions will vary depending on the selected
Ground
menu and are defined by the word above the key in the LCD.
Battery Bank
NOTE: See the FLEXmax Series Owner's Manual for details on
the settings available in the main menu.
Vented Battery Enclosure
Startup Screen
OutBack 24V
Power
Systems
Charge Controller
Status Screen
IN 23.2 V 0.0 A PV Input Current
OUT 27.6 V 0.0 A
Output Current
0.000 kW 0.0 kWH
Daily Accumulated
AUX: OFF Sleeping Kilowatt-hours
Mode of Operation
1 2
Advances to the
1
Main Menu Screens
Advances to the
2
End-of-Day Screens
LCD Screen
Main Menu
Charger Aux
Light
Soft Key
EQ Misc Advanced
Logging Stats
Commands
 
EXIT GO
<EXIT>,
<GO> etc.
Navigation colors
Indicates a 1-screen movement within a
menu. These are color-coded according to
their function or purpose.
If accompanied by a dashed
line, pressing that soft key will
return the user to the location
identified by the dashed line.
This will vary depending on the
devices in the system.