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Operating Instructions
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CHARGE
CONTROLLER
CC10000
CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED THE UNIT’S VOLTAGE AND
CURRENT RATINGS
Do not
exceed the maximum open circuit voltage (Voc) rating
of 30V. This is the sum of the Voc of all solar panels in series.
Do not
exceed the maximum current rating 10A. This is the
sum of the peak operating current (Ip) of all the solar panels
in parallel.
Do not
deviate from the recommended wiring instructions.
INFORMATION
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The charge controller SHOULD NOT BE USED in direct
sunlight or temperatures exceeding 122ºF (50ºC) or below
-40ºF (-40ºC). It should be installed within 5 feet (1.5m) of
the battery in a cool, dry and well ventilated area. Intended
for indoor use.
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DO NOT USE MORE THAN 10A (150W) of solar power
with the Sunsei™ CC10000.
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ALL connections should be in PARALLEL (Positive to
Positive, Negative to Negative). Ensure that connections
are clean and solid.
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Always CONNECT the BATTERY FIRST, and DISCONNECT
the BATTERY LAST. It is recomended connecting a fuse
close to the battery on wires extending from it, especially
for longer runs. Follow electrical codes where applicable.
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For all additions or longer distances, use up to #6 (gauge)
wires. Always CONNECT the BATTERY FIRST, and
DISCONNECT the BATTERY LAST.
PROCEDURE
Mount charger on a dry non-flammable surface. Use mounting
holes.
1. CONTROLLER TO BATTERY CONNECTION: Connect
positive and negative wires into designated positive and
negative terminals of the controller. Then carefully connect
wires to battery and/or fuse terminal (see wire selection table
below).
2. CONNECT PANELS: If connecting more than one solar
panel, connect the solar panels to the master cable in parallel,
+ to + and - to -.
3. CONTROLLER TO PANEL CONNECTION: Connect positive
and negative master cable wires to designated positive and
negative terminals of the charge controller.
4. WIRE TYPE: When possible, use stranded wire instead of
solid wire. Stranded wire does not fatigue and cause loose
connections over time as easily as solid wire. Use red wire for
(+) and black for (-).
5. WIRE SIZE: Refer to the “WIRE GAUGE” charts below to
determine the minimum size wire needed for each connection.
Note that the bigger the wire, the lower the AWG. When using
large stranded wire, you may need to divide the ends into two
groups and straddle the screw on the terminal block.
RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGE CHARTS
6. COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION OF PANELS, BATTERY
AND LOAD
LOCATION
The Sunsei
TM
CC10000 should be mounted where it can be
easily seen and reached as needed. Carefully consider how
the wires are to be run from the solar panel to the controller
and from the controller to the battery. The Sunsei
TM
CC10000
should be mounted as close to the battery as possible to
reduce voltage drop in the wires. Wires extending from the
battery should be fused. Respect local electrical codes where
applicable.
Cable Length (ft.)
0 to 5
5 to 10
10 to 15
15 to 20
SE-1200
14
14
14
14
SE-4000
14
14
14
12
SE-6000
14
14
12
10
SE-8000
14
12
10
8
Recommended Wire Gauge (AWG) Chart to limit voltage drop to 0.3V
Charge Controller to Battery
Recommended Wire Gauge (AWG) Chart to limit voltage drop to 0.5V
Panel to Charge Controller
Cable Length (ft.)
0 to 10
10 to 20
20 to 30
30 to 40
40 to 50
50 to 60
SE-1200
14
14
14
14
14
12
SE-4000
14
14
12
12
10
10
SE-6000
14
12
10
10
8
8
SE-8000
14
12
10
8
8
6