Solar charge controllers with maximum power point tracking (8 pages)
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Custom CC/CV or Multi-Stage Lithium 10.5A / 140W SUNFORGE LLC 2598 FORTUNE WAY • SUITE K VISTA, CA 92081 • USA h ttps ://s unfo rg ellc .com GENASUN GV-10 (ALL MODELS) MANUAL, REVISION 5.0 | 2020 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS | SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
Safety Instructions: This manual contains important instructions for the GV-10-Pb and GV-10-Li solar charge controllers that shall be followed during installation and maintenance. Various models of the GV-10 are available to charge different battery types as follows: • GV-10-Pb-12V: 12V Lead-Acid/AGM/Gel/Sealed/Flooded •...
LITHIUM WARNING: Use caution when working with lithium systems. Genasun Li controllers use the CC/CV charging profile indicated on the controller. CHECK the specifications of the battery pack to ensure that the CV voltage is correct. Further check that the power supplied by the solar array and Genasun controller is within the battery specified design limits.
Installation & System Connections: • Connections should be made according to Article 690 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) or the standards in force at the installation location. • Electrical connections may be made in any order; however the sequence below is recommended. SUPPLIED JUMPER SELECTING THE BATTERY TYPE...
CONNECTING THE SOLAR PANEL Connect the solar panel to the PANEL+ and PANEL- terminals. While connecting the battery first will not BATTERY PANEL damage the GV-10, we recommend connecting the panel first. This eliminates the risk of short-circuiting the panel while the GV-10 is operating, which can cause damage. •...
Status Indication: ERROR INDICATION Over-temperature: The controller’s internal temperature is too high. The GV-10 has a MULTICOLOR LED. SETS OF 2 RED BLINKS. RUN/CHARGE INDICATION Overload: This could be caused by changing the solar panel Standby: The battery is connected properly and ready to charge when connections while the controller is operating.
Troubleshooting Note: The most common causes of blown fuses are: • Connecting the GV-10 to the battery backwards; If the LED Indicator will not light, or displays an indication not listed in this manual: • Shorting the solar panel input while the GV-10 is charging; •...
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