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NOTE:

The push button can be used to toggle through the displays faster.The
entire self-test takes 30 to 45 seconds. The load will be turned on for 0.1
second and may flash during the test. A short or overload condition 
could cause a controller restart.

The following displays will occur (examples are used):

8.8.8

self-test started, checking the digital meter segments 

12U

the system voltage (12/24/48)

15A

ProStar current rating

R1.5

software version installed

E04

a fault has been detected (see list below)

– – -

display if no fault is found

25C

temperature measured at the controller

RP

remote temp probe is detected (if connected)

25C

temperature at the remote probe (if connected)

SEN

battery sense detected (if connected)

S-1

battery select position (1,2, or 3)

J-1

telecom noise jumper cut (change to on-off regulation)

END

end of the self-test

END  – – – END

display continues if no error was detected.

END            END

display continues if an error has been detected.

To terminate the self-test, push the button.
The self-test can be repeated to confirm the result.

Error List:

E0 I

Rotary switch battery selection failure

E03

Voltage reference test failed (circuit, malfunctions)

E04

Solar array current fault (circuit, FETs)

E07

Load FETs off test (load connection, FETs shorted)

E08

Load current fault (circuit, FETs)

E09

Load FETs on test (load circuit, FETs open)

E I0

Internal temp sensor out of range high

E I I

Internal temp sensor out of range low

E I2

Remote temp probe out of range

E I3

Battery sense fault (battery V drop over 5V, no Sense negative connection)

NOTE:

In addition to the self-test, observe the solar and load currents displayed

in the meter. The self-diagnostics plus the currents displayed in the meter
will provide a comprehensive test of the ProStar. Some faults may exist
that are not detected by the self-test, but the large majority of potential
faults will be tested and reported in this self-diagnostic test.

Refer to section 9.0 for more information.

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Summary of Contents for ProStar PS-15

Page 1: ...Voltage 12 24V 12 24V 48V Digital Meter Option yes yes standard Positive Ground Option no yes yes PROSTAR VERSIONS INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL 1098 Washington Crossing Road Washington Crossing PA 18977 U...

Page 2: ...136 6 01 153 4 14 105 3 50 89 inches mm 2 17 55 18 4 57 PROSTAR DIMENSIONS RSPSupply 1 888 532 2706 www RSPSupply com http www RSPSupply com p 8569 Morningstar PS 30M PG Charge Controller 12 24V 30A...

Page 3: ...8 7 0 OPERATION 10 7 1 Operator s Tasks 10 7 2 Operations Functions 11 7 3 Protections 11 7 4 Inspection Maintenance 12 7 5 Special Features 12 8 0 BATTERY CHARGING INFORMATION 13 8 1 ProStar Charging...

Page 4: ...ipment manuals before installing the solar system Observe ALL precautions when working with batteries and power electronics Fuses or DC disconnects may be required in the system These protective devic...

Page 5: ...volts The controller selects 12 or 24 volts at start up 9 Observe the LEDs and digital meter if provided to confirm normal operation 10 It is recommended that the system be properly grounded 4 0 LED...

Page 6: ...The push button next to the digital display can disconnect the Load or both Load and Solar A second push of the button will return the controller back to normal operation LOAD OFF A brief push of the...

Page 7: ...detected To terminate the self test push the button The self test can be repeated to confirm the result Error List E0I Rotary switch battery selection failure E03 Voltage reference test failed circui...

Page 8: ...efully observe the LEDs at each connection The LEDs will indicate proper polarity and a good connection 6 2 INSTALLATION STEPS Refer to the wiring connection diagram in section 3 0 STEP 1 Mounting Ins...

Page 9: ...battery charging and control Both Sense wires must be connected A small wire size 18 AWG or larger can be used for the Sense because the current is very low Note that the middle 2 terminals are for s...

Page 10: ...a 8 32 UNC or M4 screw 0 136 hole provided The Solar Battery and Load negative terminals are all connected together inside the ProStar per UL recommendations No switching or measurement is done in the...

Page 11: ...ching noise and filters noise output A properly grounded system will also minimize noise If noise is present in a telecom or radio load refer to section 7 5 below 7 3 PROTECTIONS The ProStar is fully...

Page 12: ...e temperature sensor and the green LED at J12 Instructions are provided with the remote probe The ProStar will automatically select the remote probe for battery temperature compensation if it is insta...

Page 13: ...he battery life Gel cells are not equalized 8 2 SELECT BATTERY TYPE The Battery Type rotary switch allows selection of 1 of 3 charging algorithms These are broadly defined as the following battery typ...

Page 14: ...nts are 2 times for 24V and 4 times for 48V 9 0 TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 9 1 SELF DIAGNOSTICS If your ProStar includes the optional digital meter refer to section 5 4 for how to perform a self test...

Page 15: ...and the battery This is a common cause of undercharging batteries See section 6 2 to connect the Battery Sense Check the condition of the battery Determine if the battery voltage falls at night with n...

Page 16: ...the load will reduce the voltage at the load Check the LED indications on the ProStar If the red status LED is on the load has been disconnected due to low battery voltage LVD This is a normal protec...

Page 17: ...R 11 4 12 6 R to Y BATTERY SETPOINTS 25 C Gel Sealed Flooded LVD 11 4 11 4 11 4 LVD reconnect 12 6 12 6 12 6 PWM regulation 14 0 14 15 14 4 Float 13 7 13 7 13 7 Equalization N A 14 35 14 9 15 1 HVD so...

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