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User manual 

 MPPT Solar charge controller 

PowerXtreme XS20s 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EmergoPlus BV 
Informaticastraat 20 
NL 4538 BT  Terneuzen 
Tel. +31 85 2018 158 
www.emergoplus.com 
[email protected] 

 

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Page 1: ...User manual MPPT Solar charge controller PowerXtreme XS20s EmergoPlus BV Informaticastraat 20 NL 4538 BT Terneuzen Tel 31 85 2018 158 www emergoplus com info emergoplus com...

Page 2: ...is product has been developed using the most modern technologies and quality systems We assure you that we make every effort to ensure trouble free operation so that you are happy with your purchase O...

Page 3: ...ctions 13 2 1 Explanation of safety instructions 13 2 2 General instructions 13 2 3 Installation precautions 14 2 4 Wiring specifications 15 3 Description and functioning 16 3 1 LED indicators 16 3 2...

Page 4: ...l data 36 9 7 App data 36 10 Display optional 37 10 1 General 37 10 2 Display 37 10 3 LCD menu 38 10 3 1 Stating interface 38 10 3 2 Main menu 39 10 4 Charging mode setting interface 40 10 4 1 Charge...

Page 5: ...This will always monitor the maximum power point if the solar panel is partly in the shade or partly dysfunctional The charger can be set for the following types or batteries gel batteries low mainte...

Page 6: ...mum capacity of the solar panel But a Solar charge controller with MPPT technology will continuously monitor the maximum power point to get the maximum quantity of energy from the panel Take a 12V Sol...

Page 7: ...curve solar panel As a consequence of the changing ambient temperature and light intensity the maximum power point will vary significantly Our MPPT charger will adjust the parameter settings based on...

Page 8: ...ar panel output and temperature Current will decrease in case of an increase in dusk In case of dropping temperature the current will remain stable and capacity will increase Voltage will decrease in...

Page 9: ...ess includes A consistent current charging B consistent voltage charging C floating charging The charging curve as shown below Image 4 Charging diagram A consistent current CC charging During CC charg...

Page 10: ...charging As a rule the boost charging takes approximately 2 hours Users can adjust the pre defined values of duration and boost voltage point for lead batteries to suit their own needs When the time...

Page 11: ...the battery the system is not able to continuously stabilise the battery voltage at a consistent level the charger will start a timing process and after 3 hours when the battery voltage reaches the s...

Page 12: ...of 49 more capacity than the solar panel is able to generate the charger will not be able to keep the battery voltage at the floating charging level When the battery voltage reaches a value below the...

Page 13: ...ith the charger unless you have carefully read this manual 2 The charger does not have internal parts that require maintenance or service You are not permitted to open the charger or disassemble it wi...

Page 14: ...ous situations 2 3 Installation precautions 1 Be very careful when positioning the battery When working with open lead acid batteries always wear safety glasses In case of contact with battery acid ri...

Page 15: ...d the charge controller 2 4 Wiring specifications Wiring and installation methods must meet the national and local electrical specifications The specifications of the wiring of the battery and the loa...

Page 16: ...cator Indication present charge mode of the charger 2 BAT indicator Indicates present status of the battery 3 BAT type indicator Indicates the current battery type 1 Solar panel indicator Diagram Indi...

Page 17: ...App 3 BAT type indicator Indicator color Battery status Green Sealed Lead Acid Battery SLD Yellow Gel lead battery GEL Red Wet lead battery FLD Blue 12V Li battery standard LiFePO4 Purple 24V Li batte...

Page 18: ...ator changes color to correspond to a battery type After selecting the battery type press and hold the button again for 8 seconds or do not perform any operation for 15 seconds Then the charge control...

Page 19: ...nr Art nr in combination with charger 1 Charger XS20s EP5100002 1 Manual EN download Optional 1 Bluetooth module BT 2 EP2500001 EP5100004 1 Display EP2500002 EP5100003 Take all the components careful...

Page 20: ...space Never install the charger in a confined space where battery gas can build up WARNING Solar panels can generate extremely high voltages in the open circuit Be very careful during the mounting pro...

Page 21: ...t sunlight high temperatures or water penetration Ensure a well ventilated mounting location Step 2 place the drilling template in the correct position and mark the attachment points with a pen Drill...

Page 22: ...start to lay out the wiring In order to ensure your own safety during this process we recommend the following work sequence WARNING We recommend connecting the fuses to the side of the Solar panel loa...

Page 23: ...charge controller PowerXtreme XS20s E18 XS20s EN00 www emergoplus com Page 23 of 49 Image 2 Wiring diagram charge controller one solar panel Image 8 Wiring diagram for the charge controller of several...

Page 24: ...onnect the solar panel If there is sufficient sunlight intensity the battery indicator on the charger will light up or flash and charging of the battery will commence After the successful connection o...

Page 25: ...n 10 minutes after the charger has stopped charging NOTE Install the battery fuse as close to the battery as possible The distance should be no more than 150 mm NOTE In case no additional external tem...

Page 26: ...n 8 PV charging indicator 4 Battery connection 9 Battery capacity 5 External temperature connection 10 Battery type indicator The charger has the following safety devices 1 Degree of protection Classi...

Page 27: ...tion protection In case the Solar panel is connected the wrong way around the charger will not become defective As soon as the connection problem is solved normal functioning will resume 7 Overload pr...

Page 28: ...nual MPPT Solar charge controller PowerXtreme XS20s E18 XS20s EN00 www emergoplus com Page 28 of 49 15 20 25 35 40 45 55 60 65 75 80 85 95 100 Chg P 66 Tem MOS 65 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 7...

Page 29: ...k whether the LED indicators are functioning in accordance with their role Note any failures and displayed error messages and take the necessary precautions if required Check all wiring terminals for...

Page 30: ...nt temperature Maximal power point voltage range Battery voltage 2V 72V Rated charging current 20A Maximum PV input power 260W 12V 520W 24V Charging conversion efficiency 98 MPPT tracking efficiency 9...

Page 31: ...r charge controller PowerXtreme XS20s E18 XS20s EN00 www emergoplus com Page 31 of 49 Outline dimensions 150 105 6 61 5mm Mounting dimensions 139 60mm Fixed holes dia 5mm Wire specifications 20 6AWG 8...

Page 32: ...charge voltage 14 4V 14 2V 14 6V 14 4V 9 17V Floating charge voltage 13 8V 13 8V 13 8V 9 7V Boost charge recovery voltage 13 2V 13 2V 13 2V 9 17V Equalizing charge duration 120 minutes 120 minutes 0 6...

Page 33: ...rge voltage boost charge voltage floating charge voltage boost charge recovery voltage Overvoltage disconnection voltage Overvoltage disconnection recovery voltage 8 4 12V system efficiency 8 5 24V sy...

Page 34: ...up to 15 m 9 2 Product specifications 9 3 Mounting Mount the connector in a location that is suitable for you in the sitting area This way you will have optimal range and the charger will be protected...

Page 35: ...S20s E18 XS20s EN00 www emergoplus com Page 35 of 49 Off Waiting for 9 4 Product dimensions Model BT 2 External Dimensions 67 3 36 15 5mm Fixed hole dia 3 5 9 5 System wiring diagram Note Connect the...

Page 36: ...ps Communication methods Communication interface port Interface type PH2 0 Connecting line Standard Ethernet cable parallel line Size 67 3 36 15 5mm Installation dimension 57 8 12mm Fixed holes dia 3...

Page 37: ...monitoring of data and operating status of the controller Two button design for menu viewing and parameter setting easy to operate No external power is needed and the LCD unit can be powered by conne...

Page 38: ...he 4 battery charging indicators will successively start to flash and after the self inspection the LCD screen will be started and the battery voltage level will be displayed This is a fixed voltage v...

Page 39: ...User manual MPPT Solar charge controller PowerXtreme XS20s E18 XS20s EN00 www emergoplus com Page 39 of 49 Accucapaciteit 10 3 2 Main menu Unloaded controller menu...

Page 40: ...setting interface 10 4 1 Charge modes introduction The charger has 5 charging operation modes that are described below No Modus Description 0 Only light control on during the night off during the dayt...

Page 41: ...is day or night This mode was designed for some specially intended loads and is also used during the debugging process 16 Troubleshooting mode Used for the debugging of the system The charging is deac...

Page 42: ...tem parameter settings In order to reach the parameter settings you must press the Set button for a few moments Once you are in the menu press the Set button again to get to settings Adjust the value...

Page 43: ...see the table below Parameter setting reference table No Item in screen Description Parameter range Notes 1 USE Battery type User Lead acid Maintenance free Gel Li Maintenance free 2 12V 24V System v...

Page 44: ...ms Parameter values Applicable models of controller XS20s Input voltage 5V 12V Standby power consumption 0 03W Operating power consumption 0 04W Fixed baute rate 9600 bps Communication mode Communicat...

Page 45: ...4 Load short circuit The load is turned off and the maximum recovery is 5 times a day 6 E5 Load over current The load power is too large So reduce the load and the output power will return to normal 7...

Page 46: ...olar panel voltage meets the charging condition the lithium battery will have a voltage pulse while the lead acid battery does not have a voltage output 13 E16 Battery over temperature Do not charge a...

Page 47: ...s were extensively tested and checked If you do not act in accordance with the instructions and the regulations of this manual damage may occur and or the unit will not comply with our specifications...

Page 48: ...within certain voltage limits 2014 30 EU DIRECTIVE 2014 30 EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 26 February 2014 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States related to electr...

Page 49: ...y equipment Safety Part 1 General requirements and that for the compiling of the technical dossier the following natural or legal person established in the community is authorised Name EmergoPlus BV N...

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