Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ............................3 Part Numbers and Options ........................3 OPERATION ................................ 3 Charge Status Indicator ........................4 Optional Digital Display ........................3 Optional Remote Displays ........................3 Multi-Stage Charge Control .........................
Never charge a frozen battery. Be sure battery is mounted in a well ventilated compartment. Add distilled water in each cell of a lead-acid battery until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Solar Boost™ 3024iL is multi-stage Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) photovoltaic battery charge controller capable delivering up to 30A or 40A depending on PV modules and battery voltage. The auxiliary output can serve as either a 2A auxiliary battery charger, or as a 20A load controller with or without variable Dusk-to-Dawn lighting control.
When mounted vertically as described in the installation section, the 3024 can deliver full output in an ambient temperature of up to 40C (104F). If an over temperature condition exists, the 3024 will cycle on/off, reducing average power delivery to within safe limits. During thermal shutdown the Charge Status Indicator will display an OFF condition. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL OPTIONAL TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION The optional battery temperature sensor automatically adjusts charge voltage setpoints based on battery temperature which enhances battery performance and life, and decreases maintenance. The default compensation factor of 5.00mV/C/cell is suitable for most lead- acid chemistry batteries.
5. If display is present, set display DIP’s to #4 ON, #1-3 OFF 3. Restore battery power for 10 seconds, then remove battery power. 6. The unit is now set to as shipped factory default settings. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL Battery and PV Voltage ➢ Nominal battery and PV voltage are determined automatically. The battery is considered to be 12V if battery voltage when first connected is less than 16V, or 24V if battery voltage is greater. PV voltage is also determined automatically.
Do not connect to the 20A Load terminal for auxiliary battery charge. ➢ (*) The LOAD indicator light will be ON whenever power is available at the Load and Auxiliary Battery Charge terminals. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL AUXILIARY BATTERY CHARGE – DIP #4 OFF The auxiliary charge function is used to charge an auxiliary battery of the same voltage as the primary battery. If the primary battery is charging in Absorption (Acceptance) or Float, up to 2A is diverted to the auxiliary battery at roughly the same charge voltage. Auxiliary battery charge is disabled during bulk or equalization.
➢ CAUTION: Mount the unit with heatsink fins oriented vertically to promote cooling and do not enclose in a confined space. The 3024 is not watertight and must be protected from rain, snow and excessive moisture. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL DETAILED DIMENSIONAL DRAWING This knockout symmetrically duplicated in opposite wall (cabinet top) Combination ½ - ¾ inch conduit knockouts, 3 places FIGURE 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE: SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE ITEMS TO EXAMINE OR CORRECT...
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Auxiliary battery will not receive charge unless primary battery is highly charged in Absorption (Acceptance) or Float. Load on Auxiliary battery too high Maximum auxiliary charge current is roughly 2A. Load may need to be reduced. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
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Blue Sky Energy - Solar Boost 3024(D)iL SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE ITEMS TO EXAMINE OR CORRECT System appears Not set for 3 stage charge Check Float voltage setpoint. OK, but will not System will not switch out of Bulk Battery is highly discharged or very large relative to relative to available...
Factory default voltages unless programmed via DIP switches or with an IPN ProRemote display or UCM. NB. As a part of our continuous improvement process specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Blue Sky Energy | USA | www.blueskyenergyinc.com...
FIVE (5) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Blue Sky Energy, Inc. (hereinafter BSE), hereby warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that the product or any part thereof shall be free from defects due to defective workmanship or materials for a period of five (5) years subject to the conditions set forth below.
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