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GP-PWM-30-UL 

 

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wire ends with tags. Although the GP-PWM-30-UL is protected, a 
reverse polarity contact may damage the unit.  

 
Wiring the GP-PWM-30-UL.

 Wire the GP-PWM-30-UL according to the 

wiring schematic in 

Section 6.

 Run wires from the solar array and the 

batteries to the location of the GP-PWM-30-UL. Keep the solar array 
covered with an opaque material until all wiring is completed. 

IMPORTANT

: All wiring must be in accordance to National Electrical 

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 

4.  Connect

 the battery wiring to the controller first and then 

connect the battery wiring to the battery. 

 

5.  Torque 

all terminal screws per the following: 

 
Stranded Copper 90°C Wire 
Wire Size AWG 

Rated Torque (in-lbs) 

10 

20 

25 

35 

35 

 
With battery power attached, the controller should power up and display 
information. Connect the solar wiring to the controller and remove the 
opaque material from the solar array. The negative solar array and 
battery wiring must be connected directly to the controller for proper 
operation. Do not connect the negative solar array or negative battery 
controller wiring to the chassis of the vehicle. 
 

6.  Mounting the GP-PWM-30-UL.

 Mount the GP-PWM-30-UL to 

the wall using the included four mounting screws. 

 

IMPORTANT:

 

You must set the battery type on the GP-PWM-30-UL 

before you begin to use the controller. The default battery setting is for 
AGM batteries.

 

 
Congratulations, your GP-PWM-30-UL should now be operational. If the 
battery power is low and the solar array is producing power, your battery 
should begin to charge. 
 

 

7.  Re-torque: 

After 30 days of operation, re-torque all terminal 

screws to ensure the wires are properly secured to the controller 

 

Summary of Contents for GP-PWM-30-UL

Page 1: ...GP PWM 30 UL _________________________________________________________________________________ 2018 GoPower User Manual...

Page 2: ...ns 5 2 0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 3 0 Tools and Materials Needed 8 4 0 Choosing a Location 9 5 0 Installation Instructions 10 6 0 Wiring Diagram 13 6 1 Charging Only One Battery 13 6 2 Charging...

Page 3: ...3 2018 GoPower 10 0 USB Charging 25 11 0 Frequently Asked Questions FAQs 26 12 0 Troubleshooting Problems 28 12 1 Problems with the Display 28 12 2 Problems with Voltage 29 12 3 Problems with Current...

Page 4: ...tery state of charge The GP PWM 30 UL also features Maximum Power Boost Technology for manual bulk and absorption charge at any stage of the charge cycle 1 2 System Voltage and Current The GP PWM 30 U...

Page 5: ...0 x 35 mm 4 25 x 7 48 x 1 38 in Weight 300g 10 6 oz Maximum Wire Gauge 4 AWG Warranty 5 years PWM Charging 3 Battery Charging profiles 4 Stage Charging Monthly Equalize option Displays Charging Curren...

Page 6: ...ry voltage 12 3V Float Voltage 13 7V 25 C 77 F Equalization Voltage 14 9V 25 C 77 F 2h 28 Days or if battery voltage 12 1V Temperature Compensation 24mV C 13mV F USB charger 5V 800mA Low Voltage Disco...

Page 7: ...n handling and working around batteries Observe correct polarity Reverse polarity of the Battery 1 terminals will cause the controller to give a warning tone Reverse connection of Battery 2 terminals...

Page 8: ...rez vous que tous les branchements sont serr s et s rs Des branchements l ches peuvent produire des tincelles et de la chaleur V rifiez tous les branchements une semaine apr s l installation pour vous...

Page 9: ...ableau 690 7 A La tension qui en r sulte ne doit pas exc der 35 V Si votre syst me solaire d passe cette valeur veuillez contacter votre revendeur pour obtenir un r gulateur plus appropri 3 0 Tools an...

Page 10: ...rer s instructions for solar module mounting and wiring Do not exceed the GP PWM 30 UL max current ratings The maximum current of the solar system is the sum of parallel connected PV module rated shor...

Page 11: ...ollow the instructions included here Wire type is recommended to be a stranded copper UV resistant wire Wire fatigue and the likelihood of a loose connection are greatly reduced in stranded wire compa...

Page 12: ...in lbs 10 20 8 25 6 35 4 35 With battery power attached the controller should power up and display information Connect the solar wiring to the controller and remove the opaque material from the solar...

Page 13: ...imum 37 5A rating is based on a 30 amp total maximum short circuit current rating Isc from the solar modules nameplate ratings The National Electric Code specifies the PV equipment system rating to be...

Page 14: ...agram if you are using the GP PWM 30 UL to charge two separate battery banks Connect battery bank 1 to the battery 1 terminals and battery bank 2 to the battery 2 terminals on the back of the solar co...

Page 15: ...ll go into Power Up mode Icons Displayed All segments of the numerical display Backlight blinks Depending on the battery voltage when the GP PWM 30 UL Power Up occurs the controller may do a Boost Cha...

Page 16: ...tery is connected with reverse polarity the controller will not prompt you to select battery type for Battery 2 and no status information will be displayed on the LCD screen To select the charging pro...

Page 17: ...harge up to 14 4 VDC Flooded and AGM 14 1 VDC for Sealed Gel right away To activate hold the MAX BOOST Button for 3 seconds As long as there is full sunlight present your battery voltage will be boost...

Page 18: ...able completing Max Power Boost may take much longer than 30 minutes from the time of the button press Max Power Boost and the BOOST icon cannot be turned off by pressing the Max BOOST button 7 5 View...

Page 19: ...s Displayed Battery SOC Percent Symbol Symbol 1 A value of 100 will only be displayed after a Boost or Equalize charge completes Battery 2 Status Values Push the B Button to show the battery 2 voltage...

Page 20: ...he display automatically every 8 seconds between following information Battery 1 Voltage PV Charging Current Battery State of Charge SOC Battery 2 Voltage PV Charging Current Battery State of Charge S...

Page 21: ...ttery banks connected and the SOC of battery bank 2 reaches 0 the battery SOC symbol will show the text LOW beneath it The controller will continue operating in this condition and will only stop opera...

Page 22: ...ower 8 0 Display Symbols Symbol Indicator For Battery 1 Day Time PV Charge Current Night Time Battery Voltage Battery State of Charge SEALED Sealed Gel AGM AGM FLOODED Flooded Battery 2 Day Time PV Ch...

Page 23: ...Max Power Boost activated Boost charge incomplete LOW Battery 1 2 voltage is lower than 11 0 VDC Whole display will start to blink Battery 1 voltage 15 5 VDC No Symbol Battery 2 voltage 15 5 VDC POL B...

Page 24: ...000 12 GP SW2000 12 GP SW3000 12 First connect the inverter directly to the battery follow the installation instructions included with the inverter Then connect the modular cable found in the inverter...

Page 25: ...terminal to access the terminal The USB charging port is always active when the USB symbol appears on the display Battery 1 connected to the Battery 1 terminals supplies the power for the USB charger...

Page 26: ...UL display is an approximate reading intended for indication purposes only There is an approximate 0 1 VDC inherent error present that may be accentuated when compared with readings from another volt...

Page 27: ...hort circuit Unit shows moon symbol when PV is connected and in bright sunlight must have bright sunlight on PV too Why does the battery SOC never reach 100 A 100 value will only appear after a 2 hour...

Page 28: ...Reading Blank Time of Day Daytime Nighttime Possible Causes Battery or fuse connection and or solar array connection Daytime only or battery or fuse connection Nighttime only How to tell 1 Check the v...

Page 29: ...w to tell 1 Check the voltage at the controller battery terminals with a voltmeter and compare with the voltage reading at the battery terminals 2 If there is a voltage discrepancy of more than 0 5 VD...

Page 30: ...eries to 14 4 0 1 VDC 14 4 0 1 VDC Sealed Gel with all current the solar array is producing 2 Check all connections from the controller to the array including checking for correct wire polarity Check...

Page 31: ...he positive and negative array wire A single 12 volt module should have an open circuit voltage between 17 and 23 VDC If you have more than one solar module you will need to conduct this test between...

Page 32: ...God including lightning floods earthquakes fire and high winds Damage in handling including damage encountered during shipment 2 This warranty shall be considered void if the warranted product is in a...

Page 33: ...GP PWM 30 UL _________________________________________________________________________________ 33 2018 GoPower...

Page 34: ...GP PWM 30 UL _________________________________________________________________________________ 34 2018 GoPower 2018 GO POWER By Valterra Products LLC MOBI_MAN_GP PWM 30 UL_vG gpelectric com...

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