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Summarization of Contents
About this manual
1.1 Applicability
Describes the installation, function, operation, and maintenance of the solar charge controller.
1.2 Users
Defines the intended audience for these operating instructions.
Safety
2.1 Proper usage
Specifies that the solar charge controller must only be used in PV systems for charging lead-acid batteries.
2.2 Improper usage
Lists prohibited uses, such as connecting other energy sources or defective equipment.
2.3 General safety instructions
Provides general and national safety and accident prevention regulations.
2.4 Other risks
Details risks of fire and explosion, and precautions for battery acid.
2.4 Fault behaviour
Outlines dangerous operating situations for the solar charge controller.
Description
3.1 Functions
Explains the controller monitors battery state, controls charging, and manages loads.
3.2 Construction
Details the physical components of the solar charge controller.
3.3 LED displays
Describes the meaning of the different LED indicators on the device.
Installation
4.1 Mounting the solar charge controller
Covers requirements for mounting location and fastening the controller.
4.1.1 Mounting location requirements
Specifies suitable and unsuitable conditions for installing the controller.
4.1.2 Fastening the solar charge controller
Details the steps for physically attaching the controller to a wall.
4.2 Connection
Introduces the process of wiring the solar charge controller.
4.2.1 Preparing the wiring
Explains how cable cross-sections depend on controller current output.
Connection
4.2.2 Connection
Details the step-by-step procedure for connecting the battery, solar module, and loads.
4.2.3 Grounding
Discusses grounding requirements for components in stand-alone systems.
4.2.4 Lightning protection
Recommends additional protection for systems at risk of overvoltage damage.
Operation
Protection functions
Lists integrated functions ensuring gentle battery handling and protection against faults.
Faults and remedies
No display
Troubleshooting steps for when the device shows no display.
Info LED flashes red
Diagnosing and resolving issues indicated by a flashing red Info LED.
Load cannot be operated or only for a short time
Addresses situations where the load output is switched off due to overheating.
Load cannot be operated (voltage issues)
Troubleshooting load operation when switched off due to low battery voltage.
Battery is not charged
Steps to resolve issues when the battery is not charging.
Battery display jumps quickly
Troubleshooting rapid fluctuations in the battery display readings.
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