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Model:

MPPT30HV

1800W Solar Battery Charger

Maximum Power Point Tracker

Operating Instructions

Please read these instructions before use

Unit 2, 110 Station Road, Seven Hills ,NSW,  2147, Australia

MPPT30HV-R5

Important notes: 

 

• Only qualified electricians or technicians who are familiar with solar system design and wiring

  practices should install this product.

• Use only PV Systems with open circuit voltage below 180V and a minimumV

MP 

of 16V for 12V 

batteries, 32V for 24V batteries and 64V for 48V batteries. 
•This equipment must be installed by qualified personnel only and incorrect wiring can cause 
  fire, injury or death – GSL will accept no responsibility for MPPT misconnection or misuse.
• Use only sealed, vented or calcium 12V, 24V or 48V lead acid batteries and confirm the MPPT 
  settings charge voltages and currents are correct for your battery system – if in any doubt seek 
  qualified advice!
• Use wires suitable for at least 40A, but if wire runs are over 3m then larger wires are 

   recommended to limit voltage drop and losses. 

• Install the unit in a dry place out of direct sunlight and away from flammable liquids or gases.
• The MPPT preferred mounting position is vertical with the fan on the lower side and at least 50mm 

  clearances on top and bottom.

• Battery fuse ( BF ) is always required and must be located as close to the battery as possible, 
   its sizing depends on the wire size and load ratings. (Always use DC fuses rated to match your 

   batteries and charging situation.) 

• Before connecting the battery always check the battery and PV panel polarity.
• 

The MPPT30HV chassis must be properly earthed - if in any doubt seek qualified advice! 

  (We Recommend at least one of the one of the mounting fixtures is fitted with an external star 
   washer against the heatsink.)
• Make sure that if the electrical circuit requires grounding that it is only grounded in one point.
  Ground on multiple points, such as on PV and Battery, may compromise MPPT Protections. 
• 

Make Sure that the connection sequence is as follows. 1st “Panel -”, 2nd “Panel +”,

  3rd “Battery -”, 4th “B” and finally 5th “Load -”

MPPT30HV General Information:

• 

Green LED On  – Battery voltage above nominal.

 Green LED Flashing – Battery voltage below nominal.

• 

This MPPT is designed to auto detect 12V, 24V or 48V battery systems.

• 

The MPPT30HV is shipped in a sealed battery setting. But if your batteries are vented or 

   calcium then, 

BEFORE

 wiring the MPPT in, follow the 

CHANGING BATTERY TYPE 

   SETTING PROCEDURE.

 This MPPT has an automatic output power derating to 70°C to improve product reliability 

  while maximising output power availability. 

 The maximum continuous output power is 1800W in 48V systems, 900W in 24V systems 

  and  450W in 12V systems. The output current is limited to 30A.\

• For additional safety and reliability we recommend the MPPT30HV to be used in   

  conjunction with the MIHV240.

Summary of Contents for MPPT30HV

Page 1: ...ar Battery Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker MPPT30HV Specifications Efficiency typical 97 Input voltage 16V to 180V Output voltage Float 13 5V 27V 54V Absorption Vented LA batteries 14 5V 29V 58V Sealed LA batteries 14 2V 28 4V 56 8V Calcium Batteries 15V 30V 60V Output power 1800W 30A MAX Quiescent current 0 05A Thermal protection Automatic output derating to 70 C Dimensions mm 306 X 177 X 70m...

Page 2: ...located as close to the battery as possible its sizing depends on the wire size and load ratings Always use DC fuses rated to match your batteries and charging situation Before connecting the battery always check the battery and PV panel polarity The MPPT30HV chassis must be properly earthed if in any doubt seek qualified advice We Recommend at least one of the one of the mounting fixtures is fitt...

Page 3: ...rger Maximum Power Point Tracker MPPT30HV R5 Basic Wiring Instructions For saftey the chassis must be earthed Panel Panel Battery Battery All power sources including panels and batteries must be disconnected or de energised before installing or opening this product For saftey the chassis must be earthed If in doubt about the earthing or connections seek qualified advice ...

Page 4: ... over the protection of your battery Battery Battery Battery Load Load Wiring Instructions All power sources including panels and batteries must be disconnected or de energised before installing or opening this product For saftey the chassis must be earthed Wiring with MCM option Connecting the optional MCM 30 to the MPPT will allow various system parameter displays output voltage and alarm settin...

Page 5: ...ure 1 Ensure all the MPPT wires are disconnected 2 Remove 7 front panel screws and the front panel and slide out cover see Figure 1 3 Locate connector J4 see Figure 1 4 Shift link on J4 to desired position see Figure 2 3 or 4 5 Slide back cover and fit in front panel carefully insuring led fits properly into housing and screw back the 7 mounting screws The above procedure can be repeated to change...

Page 6: ...ese instructions before use Unit 2 110 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Australia 1800W Solar Battery Charger Maximum Power Point Tracker Figure 2 Above Vented Battery Setting Figure 3 Above Calcium Battery Setting Figure 4 Above Sealed Battery Setting MPPT30HV R5 ...

Page 7: ...d of 200W for about 10 hours 3 Following the same reasoning with a 48V 1600W panel the MPPT30HV will supply a daily load of 400W for about 10 hours Q Why are MPPT not more common in standalone solar systems Until now and despite their overwhelming advantages MPPTs have not been commonly used in standalone solar systems because of cost The new GSL MPPT specifically addresses this issue making econo...

Page 8: ...and output may also help and finally you can try adding ferrite clamps MPPT30HV R5 Visit our website www gsl com au For our complete range of Products and Information Warranty Conditions Our products come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law The customer is entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foresee...

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