Phocos MPPTsolid, User Manual

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Important Safety Instructions
Warning: Installation should be performed by qualified personnel only. MPPTsolid has
no user-serviceable parts. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any
installation (or servicing) other than specified in these instructions.
1. Do not expose the MPPTsolid charge controller to rain, snow, spray, or dust. To
prevent overheating, do not obstruct any ventilation openings.
2. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Phocos may result in a risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
3. Do not disassemble the MPPTsolid charge controller; consult the manufacturer first,
or take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
4. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect from solar panel before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning.
5. Never place the MPPTsolid charge controller directly above a battery; gases from
battery will corrode and damage it.
6. Never allow battery acid to drip on the MPPTsolid charge controller, especially when
checking the specific gravity of the battery or filling battery with distilled water.
Always isolate the MPPTsolid charge controller. Connect and disconnect the DC output
connections only after disconnecting the solar panels from the MPPTsolid charge
controller.
Overview of MPPTsolid, an MPPT Charge Controller
Introduction
Dear customer,
Congratulations on buying your Phocos product! Please read the instructions carefully
and thoroughly before using the product. Your new MPPTsolid controller is a
“state-of-the-art” device which was developed in accordance with the latest available
technical standards. MPPTsolid accepts a wide range of input voltages from 30-230 V,
and supports a similarly wide range of battery voltages from 24 to 72 V nominal (battery
voltage must be equal to or less than solar panel voltage).
MPPTsolid features a patented MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) algorithm
allowing you to maximize the energy harvested from your solar array.
MPPTsolid allows you to use a higher voltage PV array than the batteries you are
charging as it is designed to step down the array voltage, allowing greater flexibility in
the choice of array for your system.
A PC communications port and software allow viewing and programming MPPTsolid
parameters as well as data logging. A battery temperature sensor (supplied) allows
programmable compensation of the charging voltage.