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- Page 1 MPPT SOLAR CONTROLLER User Manual GP-MPPT-85/20 © 2021 Go Power! Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information gpelectric.com Go Power! | Dometic 201-710 Redbrick Street Victoria, BC, V8T 5J3 Tel: 1.866.247.6527 MANUAL_GP-MPPT-85-20_RevA...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1. INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ................5 1.1 INTRODUCTION ..................... 5 1.2 REGULATORY INFORMATION ................. 5 1.3 SPECIFICATIONS .................... 6 2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............7 3. CHOOSING A LOCATION ................8 4. CHOOSING AN ARRAY ................8 5. INSTALLATION ..................8 5.1 TOOLS AND MATERIALS NEEDED ..............8 5.2 INSTRUCTIONS .................... - Page 4 Congratulations on purchasing your Go Power! MPPT Solar Controller! Record the unit’s model and serial number below. It is much easier and quicker to record this information now at the pre-installation stage. Model Number: Serial Number: Date of Install: Battery Bank Information: (size, install date, battery type) Product Packaging Please safely store the packing the IC Series was delivered in or recycle the packaging components as outlined below:...
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Page 5: Installation Overview
1. INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 1.1 INTRODUCTION A Solar Controller (or Charge Controller / Regulator) is an essential component of your photovoltaic solar system. The Controller maintains the life of the battery by protecting it from overcharging. When your batteries have reached a 100% state of charge, the Controller prevents overcharging by limiting the current flowing into the batteries from your solar array. -
Page 6: Specifications
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 1.3 SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION VALUE Nominal System Voltage 12 / 24 VDC (auto detection) Dimensions (H x W x D): Nominal Charge Current 20 ADC 150 x 128 x 42 mm 9.0 to 15.5 VDC in 12V systems 5.90 x 5.03 x 1.65 in Battery Input Voltage Range 18.0 to 31.0 VDC in 24V systems Weight: 1050 g... -
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electricity can be very dangerous. Installation should be performed Disconnect all power sources only by a licensed electrician or qualified personnel. Observe all safety precautions of the battery manufacturer when Battery and wiring safety handling or working around batteries. When charging, batteries produce hydrogen gas, which is highly explosive. -
Page 8: Choosing A Location
3. CHOOSING LOCATION The GP-MPPT-85/20 is designed to be mounted vertically. Allow at least 2in (5cm) of space around GP-MPPT-85/20 for cooling. Install on non-flammable surface. Do not install in direct sunlight. The GP-MPPT-85/20 should be: • Mounted as close to the battery as possible •... -
Page 9: Wiring Diagram
6. WIRING DIAGRAM IMPORTANT: All wiring must be in accordance to National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. IMPORTANT: Identify the polarity (positive and negative) on the cable used for the battery and solar module. Use colored wires or mark the wire ends with tags. Although the GP-MPPT-85/20 is protected, reverse polarity contact may damage the unit. -
Page 10: Operating Instructions
7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.1 BATTERY CHARGING PROFILE CHART Values before and after the slash correspond to 12 and 24 V systems respectively. NOTE BATTERY TYPE LEAD ACID Float Charge at 25°C: 13.8/27.6V (± 0.1/0.2V) Bulk/Absorption Charge at 25°C: Set to 30 minutes every morning. Applied for 2 hours if the battery 14.4/28.8V (±... -
Page 11: Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)
8. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Before a problem is suspected with the system, read this section. There are numerous events that may appear as problems but are in fact perfectly normal. Please visit gpelectric.com for the most up-to-date FAQs. It seems like my flooded batteries are losing water over time. Flooded batteries may need to have distilled water added periodically to replace fluid loss during charging. -
Page 12: Red Solar Led On
9. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS 9.2 RED BATTERY LED ON Display Reading: Red battery LED on Time of Day: Daytime/Nighttime Possible Cause: 1. Battery voltage is too low because of excessive voltage drop from battery bank to controller or insufficient solar power. 2. -
Page 13: Problems With Charging
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS 9.4 PROBLEMS WITH CHARGING Problem: Controller doesn’t seem to be charging Time of Day: Daytime, clear sunny skies Possible Cause: Current is being limited as per normal operation or poor connection between solar array and controller. How to tell: The green LED will flash if controller is charging. -
Page 14: Warranty
10. WARRANTY Go Power! warrants the GP-MPPT-85/20 for a period of five (5) years from the date of shipment from its factory. This warranty is valid against defects in materials and workmanship for the five (5) year warranty period. It is not valid against defects resulting from, but not limited to •... - Page 16 © 2021 Go Power! Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information gpelectric.com Go Power! | Dometic 201-710 Redbrick Street Victoria, BC, V8T 5J3 Tel: 1.866.247.6527 MANUAL_GP-MPPT-85-20_RevA...