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- Page 1 ENERGY & LIGHTING SUN POWER SC1230-PWM 30 A Solar Charge Controller Installation and Operating Manual..3...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SC1230-PWM Explanation of symbols Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and first use, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another person, hand over this instruction manual along with it. Table of contents Explanation of symbols . -
Page 4: General Safety Instructions
General safety instructions SC1230-PWM NOTE Supplementary information for operating the product. General safety instructions The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases: • Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and excess voltage • Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer •... - Page 5 SC1230-PWM General safety instructions NOTICE! • Check the manufacturer‘s data for your battery and ensure that the maximum voltage of the solar charge controller does not exceed the manufacturer‘s recommended charging voltage. • Do not use the solar charge controller to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
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Page 6: Scope Of Delivery
Scope of delivery SC1230-PWM Operating the device safely WARNING! • All lead acid batteries produce harmful and explosive gases. The battery should be mounted in a well ventilated area, as far as possible from any ignition source. Do not smoke when in the vicinity of the bat- tery under charge. - Page 7 SC1230-PWM Technical description Solar charge controller The solar charge controller has the following functions: • PWM controlled • Three stage charging (Bulk, Boost/Equalize, Float) • Battery types selectable: Sealed, Gel, and Flooded • LCD display dynamically displaying operating data and working condition •...
- Page 8 Technical description SC1230-PWM Connecting and operating elements 5V Max. 2,4A MENU Temp. Sensor No. in Description fig. 1 Display MENU button – Browse interface – Set parameters SET button – Load ON/OFF – Clear errors – Enter into Set mode –...
- Page 9 SC1230-PWM Technical description Display elements AkWh% BATT. TYPE V °C °F LOAD TYPE Source Display Description PV with menus solar voltage (V), solar current (A), Night solar power (kWh) No charging Charging BATT. with menus Battery capacity, in charging battery voltage (V), battery current (A) BATT.TYPE Battery type...
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Page 10: Installing The Solar Charge Controller
Installing the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM Installing the solar charge controller Mounting the solar charge controller When selecting the installation location, note the following: • The device must be installed vertically on a wall. • The device must be installed on a level and sufficiently sturdy surface. •... - Page 11 SC1230-PWM Installing the solar charge controller Connecting diagram WARNING! • Always observe the following connection sequence. Overvoltage can damage the electronics of the device. – Connecting the solar panel: Connect the battery, then con- nect the solar panel, finally connect the load. –...
- Page 12 Installing the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM Key to connecting diagram No. in Description fig. 4 Solar charge controller USB output ports Load Fuse 12 Vg/24 Vg battery Fuse Inverter Fuse Solar panel Circuit breaker ➤ Lay all the necessary lines. ➤...
- Page 13 SC1230-PWM Installing the solar charge controller Connecting the solar charge controller WARNING! Make sure that all the connection and wiring is conducted by a qualified electrician. Connecting to the battery NOTE Battery voltage less than 6 V will not be recognised by solar charge controller.
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Page 14: Using The Solar Charge Controller
Using the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM Using the solar charge controller Browsing the display The display automatically cycles through the menus. ➤ Press the MENU button to switch from one menu to the next menu. Setting the solar charge controller Zero clearing the accumulative power ➤... - Page 15 SC1230-PWM Using the solar charge controller Load menu 1 Load menu 2 Light ON/OFF Disabled Load will be on for 1 hour Load will be on for 1 hour since sunset before sunrise Load will be on for 2 hours Load will be on for 2 hours since sunset before sunrise...
- Page 16 Using the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM Protective functions of the solar charge controller Protection Conditions Status Solar module The solar module can be reversed, when the The controller is not reverse polarity battery is connected correctly. damaged Battery reverse The battery can be reversed, when the solar polarity module is not connected.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
SC1230-PWM Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you are unable to rectify the fault, get in touch with a specialist workshop. Display Fault Possible cause Suggested remedy The Display is off dur- Solar panel Confirm that solar module wire con- ing daytime when disconnected nections are correct and tight. -
Page 18: Warranty
Warranty SC1230-PWM Warranty The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the manufacturer's branch in your country (see the back of the instruction manual for the addresses) or your retailer. For repair and guarantee processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device: •... -
Page 19: Technical Data
SC1230-PWM Technical data Technical data SC1230-PWM Ref. no.: 9600005819 Nominal system voltage: 12/24 Vg, Auto Battery input voltage range: 9 V to 32 V Rated charge/discharge current: 30 A at 55 °C Max. PV open circuit voltage: 50 V Battery type: Sealed (Default)/Gel/Flooded Equalize charging voltage: Sealed:14.6 V/Gel: No/Flooded:14.8 V... - Page 20 Dometic (Pty) Ltd. Dometic Branch Office Belgium MEXICO Regional Office Zincstraat 3 Dometic Mx, S. de R. L. de C. V. South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa B-1500 Halle Circuito Médicos No. 6 Local 1 Unit 6-7 on Mastiff Linbro Park ...