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GenStar MPPT
MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION
1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important safety, installation, operating and maintenance instructions for the
GS-MPPT-60M-200V, GS-MPPT-80M-200V, GS-MPPT-100M-200V. For safety purposes, these instructions
must be followed during installation, operation and maintenance of the GenStar MPPT solar controller.
The following symbols are used throughout this manual to indicate potentially dangerous conditions or
mark important safety instructions:
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme caution when performing this
task.
CAUTION:
Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation of the controller.
NOTE:
Indicates a procedure or function that is important to the safe and proper operation of the
controller.
Safety Information
• Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning installation.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside the GenStar MPPT. Do not disassemble or attempt to
repair the controller.
WARNING:
Risk Of Electrical Shock.
NO POWER OR ACCESSORY TERMINALS ARE ELECTRICALLY ISOLATED FROM DC INPUT,
AND MAY BE ENERGIZED WITH HAZARDOUS SOLAR VOLTAGE. UNDER CERTAIN FAULT CONDITIONS,
BATTERY COULD BECOME OVER-CHARGED. TEST BETWEEN ALL TERMINALS AND GROUND BEFORE
TOUCHING.
WARNING:
THE COMMUNICATIONS PORT IS CONSIDERED TO BE DVC B. AN EXTERNAL
ISOLATOR IS REQUIRED IF IT IS TO BE CONNECTED TO A DVC A CIRCUIT.
• External solar and battery disconnects are required.
• Disconnect all sources of power to the controller before installing or adjusting the
GenStar MPPT.
• There are no fuses or disconnects inside the GenStar MPPT Do not attempt to repair.
Installation Safety Precautions
WARNING:
Shock Hazard
This unit is not provided with a GFDI device. This charge controller must be used with an
external GFDI device as required by the Article 690 of the National Electrical Code for the
installation location.
• Mount the GenStar MPPT indoors. Prevent exposure to the elements and do not allow water to
enter the controller.
• Install the GenStar MPPT in a location that prevents casual contact. The GenStar MPPT heatsink
can become very hot during operation.
• Use insulated tools when working with batteries.
• Avoid wearing jewelry during installation.
7.0 Troubleshooting...................................................................68
7.1
LED Fault Indications.................................................. ..................................68
7.2 Battery Charging and Performance Issues...................................................70
8.0 Warranty and Policies.........................................................71
9.0 Technical specifications.......................................................73
Appendix A - Wire Sizing Information.......................................75
Certifications............................................................................. 79
