Go Power GP-PWM-30-SQ Owner's Manual

Solar charge controller 12volt 30amp

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1.0 Installation Overview.......................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Warnings..............................................................................................................................................3

3.0 Choosing a Location..........................................................................................................................4

4.0 Installation Instructions......................................................................................................................4

5.0 Operating Instructions.......................................................................................................................5

6.0 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)..............................................................................................7

7.0 Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................7

8.0 General Warranty............................................................................................................................... 8

9.0 Wiring Diagram................................................................................................................................... 9

10.0 Installation Template...........................................................................................................................9

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
GP-PWM-30-SQ GP-PWM-30-SQ Owner’s Manual Contents 1.0 Installation Overview.......................... 2 2.0 Warnings..............................3 3.0 Choosing a Location..........................4 4.0 Installation Instructions........................4 5.0 Operating Instructions........................5 6.0 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)....................7 7.0 Troubleshooting..........................7 8.0 General Warranty..........................8 9.0 Wiring Diagram........................... 9 10.0 Installation Template...........................9...
Page 2: Installation Overview
The GP-PWM-30-SQ is rated for a continuous solar current input of 30 amps, uses Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) technology and a unique four stage charging system that includes an optional equalize setting to charge and protect your battery bank.
Page 3: Warnings
GP-PWM-30-SQ Battery temperature compensation coefficient mV/˚C Temperature compensation range -20 ~ +50 ˚C PROTECTION Reverse polarity & short circuit No reverse current from battery to solar at night Over temperature protection during charging ˚C Transient over voltage protection with TVS or varistor...
Page 4: Choosing A Location
GP-PWM-30-SQ 3.0 Choosing a Location The GP-PWM-30-SQ is designed to be mounted against a wall, out of the way but easily visible. The GP-PWM-30-SQ should be: Mounted as close to the battery as possible • Mounted on a vertical surface to optimize cooling of the unit •...
Page 5: Operating Instructions
GP-PWM-30-SQ 5.0 Operating Instructions 5.1 Power Up Please check your battery manufacturer’s specifications to select correct battery type. The unit provides 6 battery types for selections: LTO,Gel,AGM,Life P04,WET(conventional lead acid),and Calcium. 5.2 Setting the Battery Type / Charging Profile Press BATTERY TYPE button and hold for 3 seconds to go into your battery type selection mode, the battery types you select will be shown on the LCD meter.
Page 6 GP-PWM-30-SQ Wet Cell Battery Charging Algorithm Auto Equalize: The GP- PWM-30-SQ has an automatic equalize feature that will charge and recondition your batteries once a month at a higher voltage to ensure that any excess sulfation is removed. This feature is recommended for Flooded batteries only. Check with your battery manufacturer.
Page 7: Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)
GP-PWM-30-SQ 6.0 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Visit gpelectric.com to read the Frequently Asked Questions section on our website. 7.0 Troubleshooting 7.1 Problems with the Display Display Reading: Blank Time of Day: Day / Night Possible Cause: (1) Battery or fuse connection and/or solar array connection (Daytime only).
Page 8: General Warranty
8.0 General Warranty GP warrants the GP-PWM-30-SQ for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. This warranty is valid against defects in materials and workmanship for the one (1) year warranty period.
Page 9: Wiring Diagram
To protect the Battery and the Solar Panel, we strongly recommend that you place an inline fuse on the positive wire on both the “Solar” and “Battery” Circuits. 30A fuse for the GP-PWM-30-SQ, as close to the battery / panel as possible.

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