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- Page 1 Owner’s Guide 30A PWM Charge Controller 709-3024-01...
- Page 2 Copyright © 2019 Xantrex LLC. All Rights Reserved. All trademarks are owned by Xantrex LLC and its affiliates. Exclusion for Documentation UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, SELLER (A) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION; (B)
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Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ’ READ AND SAVE THIS WNER UIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before installing, operating, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting it. The following special messages may appear throughout this documentation or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure. -
Page 4: Product Safety Information
Product Safety Information 1. Before using the solar charge controller, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the solar charge controller's components, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide. 2. Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in injury to persons, a risk of electric shock, or a risk of fire. - Page 5 Installation must be done by qualified personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable installation and electrical codes and regulations. Instructions for installing the Xantrex SOLAR 30A PWM Charge Controller are provided here for use by qualified personnel trained in Recreational Vehicle and Solar power systems.
- Page 6 CAUTION PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD This Xantrex SOLAR 30A PWM Charge Controller is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Page 7 NOTICE BATTERY DAMAGE Do not mix battery types. The charge controller can only select one battery type setting for all batteries connected to its bank. All connected batteries should either be: Sealed (AGM) or Gel or Flooded or Lithium-ion iron phosphate. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
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Page 8: End Of Life Disposal
Many of the electrical components used in the Xantrex SOLAR 30A PWM Charge Controller are made of recyclable material like steel, copper, aluminum, and other alloys. These materials can be auctioned off to traditional scrap metal recycling companies who resell reusable scraps. -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information Product Safety Information End of Life Disposal INTRODUCTION Product Features Materials List Unit Features INSTALLATION Safety Instructions Wiring Requirements Mounting Requirements Basic Installation Steps OPERATION LCD Display Function Buttons Basic Operation Automatic Cycling Status Screen Battery Status Configuration Protection Features During Operation... -
Page 10: Introduction
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Xantrex SOLAR 30A PWM Charge Controller. The Xantrex SOLAR 30A PWM Charge Controller is a high quality, 12V or 24V solar charge controller. It is designed to take solar energy and charge a 12V or 24V battery using a 3-stage pulse width modulation (PWM) charging algorithm. -
Page 11: Product Features
Product Features The charge controller is equipped with the following features: Employs advanced 3-stage pulse width modulation (PWM) charging algorithm optimized for charging 12 VDC or 24 VDC nominal rated rechargeable batteries, such as: Sealed (AGM) Flooded (FLD) Lithium-ion Iron Phosphate (LFP) Full charging operation at a wide temperature range, such as: between –20 to 55 °C (for lead-acid batteries) between 0 to 55 °C (for lithium-ion) -
Page 12: Materials List
2 Owner's Guide 3 Mounting screws (#4 x 3/8" wood screws) NOTE: If any of the items are missing, contact Xantrex or any authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. See Contact Information on page 1. IMPORTANT: Keep the carton and packing material in case you need to return the charge controller to your authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. -
Page 13: Unit Features
Unit Features Comms Temp Sensor Batt+ Batt- 1 LCD display - See OPERATION on page 24. 2 MENU button - See OPERATION on page 24. 3 SET button - See OPERATION on page 24. 4 COM port non-functional. c Do not use. 5 BTS port - Connect the optional Remote Battery Temperature Sensor (PN: 708-0080). 6 PV - DC [+] and [–] input terminals - Connects to a PV/solar panel. -
Page 14: Installation
2 INSTALLATION Before beginning your installation: Read this entire chapter so you can plan the installation from beginning to end. Assemble all the tools and materials you require for the installation. Be aware of all safety and electrical codes which must be met. This chapter includes the following topics: Safety Instructions Wiring Requirements... -
Page 15: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD All wiring should be done by qualified personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable installation codes and regulations. Design the power system using a certified recreational vehicle and PV system designer and install using a certified RV technician. -
Page 16: Wiring Requirements
Wiring Requirements WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD Make sure that wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not operate the solar charge controller with damaged or substandard wiring. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD... - Page 17 NOTICE REVERSE POLARITY Ensure that the "+" and "–" poles on both the battery and PV are connected correctly. Check polarity at all terminals before making the final DC connection. Pos(+) (red) cable must connect to "+" pole; Neg (–) (black) cable must connect to "–" pole. Failure to follow these instructions can result in non- operation of equipment.
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Page 18: Mounting Requirements
Mounting Requirements WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD Do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings and/or heat sink. Do not mount in a zero-clearance compartment. Overheating may result. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage The charge controller should only be installed in locations that meet the following requirements: Do not allow water or other fluids to drip or splash on the charge... -
Page 19: Basic Installation Steps
Basic Installation Steps WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE User shall install a fuse that is 1.25 to 2 times the rated current of the controller on the positive battery side with a distance from the battery not greater than 150 mm. Ensure that the "+"... - Page 20 Figure 1 Wall-mounting instructions 1 Using the mounting template at the end of this guide, mark the positions of the mounting holes and the outline of the hole in the wall. 2 Using a keyhole saw, cut the hole in the wall and insert the back of the charge controller through the hole.
- Page 21 Comms Temp Sensor Batt+ Batt- 1 Solar panel 5 Black neg(–) battery cable 2 Xantrex SOLAR 30A PWM Charge 6 BTS cable Controller 3 Red pos (+) PV cable. Install a PV 7 Red pos (+) battery cable with built disconnect device. in DC fuse 4 Black neg (–) PV cable ...
- Page 22 Battery cables Remove the DC fuse from the fuse holder on the red pos(+) battery cable. Connect the battery's red pos(+) cable to the charge controller's pos(+) terminal. Connect the battery's black neg(–) cable to the charge controller's neg(–) terminal. Connect the battery's red pos(+) cable to the battery's pos (+) terminal.
- Page 23 Ground The charge controller is a common-negative charge controller, where all the negative terminals of the PV array and battery can be grounded simultaneously or just any one of them. However, in some practical applications, all negative terminals of the PV array and battery can also be ungrounded.
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Page 24: Operation
3 OPERATION This chapter explains how to operate the solar charge controller and includes the following topics: LCD Display Function Buttons Basic Operation Automatic Cycling Status Screen Battery Status Configuration Protection Features During Operation 975-1012-01-01 Rev B Oct 2019... -
Page 25: Lcd Display
LCD Display Function Buttons Button Action Description Allows you to: browse devices such as battery, PV, and battery type Short press browse settings such as temperature and battery type browse status display screens Allows you to: Short press confirm settings Long press (5 configure the temperature unit configure the battery type... -
Page 26: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Automatic Cycling Status Screen When the LCD Display screen is on, it continually cycles through each of the status screens shown below. Table 3 LCD Display Automatic Cycling Status Screen → → → Shows input PV voltage. Shows input PV current. →... -
Page 27: Battery Status
Battery Status The battery icon changes and shows the various statuses of the battery connected in the power system. Table 4 Battery Status Icon Description Steady: Full battery Flashing: Battery over-voltage event Steady bars: Battery is connected but not being charged Flashing bars: Battery being charged Flashing: Battery is discharged Configuration... - Page 28 To change the battery type setting: 1. Press repeatedly until the voltage device screen is displayed. 2. Press and hold for 5 seconds until the current battery type flashes. 3. Press to browse the desired battery type (see Table 5 ) for more on battery types, then press to confirm your selection.
- Page 29 Depending on the battery type, these voltage settings are set according to charging stages. Table 6 Battery Voltage Default Settings Default Parameter AGM (SEL) Over-voltage fault 14.8V Maximum charge voltage 14.6V Over-voltage fault recovery 14.5V Equalize voltage 14.6V 14.8V 14.4V Absorption voltage 14.4V 14.2V 14.6V...
- Page 30 To change the temperature unit setting: 1. Press repeatedly until the temperature device screen is displayed. 2. Press and hold for 5 seconds until the temperature screen flashes. 3. Press to browse the desired temperature unit, °C or °F, then press to confirm your selection.
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Page 31: Protection Features During Operation
Protection Features During Operation NOTE: When an event is detected the LED indicators flash and the individual icons on the LCD Display also flash. Event Event Description PV over-current When the PV array's charging current exceeds the charge controller's rated current, the charge controller will charge at its rated current. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
4 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not disassemble the charge controller. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage. -
Page 33: Common Issues
Common Issues Problem Solution Over-voltage Check if the battery voltage is exceeding the over event voltage disconnect point and disconnect the PV. Battery is Charge the battery as soon as possible. discharged The charge controller will stop charging the battery Over-temperature above 65 °C. -
Page 34: Maintenance
Maintenance NOTE: Perform these inspections at least two times per year. Make sure the charge controller remains in a dry environment. Clean up any accumulated dust or dirt on the unit. Check all the wires and cables for insulation damaged. Repair or replace, if necessary. -
Page 35: Specifications
5 SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Torque Specifications for Fasteners 30A charge controller terminal screws 10.6 lb-in (1.2 N-m) Cable Specifications for PV and Battery PV cable #8AWG, 300V (min), -40°C–90°C Battery cable #8AWG, 300V (min), -40°C–90°C Specifications 30A PWM Charge Controller Part number... -
Page 36: Accessory List
Accessory List Accessories (Sold Separately). Contact a Xantrex authorized dealer to order. Remote Battery Temperature Sensor (PN: 708-0080) 975-1012-01-01 Rev B Oct 2019... - Page 37 Mounting Template 160mm 98mm NOTE: Use thisdotted line cutout for making a hole pattern in wallswhere you plan to mount the charge controller.
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