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10. USB Charging

The GP-PWM-30 offers a standard USB connector for delivering 5V to small mobile 

appliances such as cell phones, tablets and small music players. This charging port 

is capable of supplying up to 800 mA of current.

The controller disables the USB charger automatically if the battery 1 voltage drops 

below 11.0V. If there is enough current from the PV panel/array available to charge 

Battery 1 to above 12.8V, the USB terminal will be enabled again.

Warning:

 Do not connect the charging device anywhere else!  USB-Negative contact 

is connected to battery negative.

Remove the rubber cover of the USB 

terminal to access the terminal. 

The USB charging port is always active 

when the 

USB symbol

 appears on the 

display.

Battery 1, connected to the Battery 1 

terminals, supplies the power for the 

USB charger.

11.  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Before a problem is suspected with the system, read this section. There are numerous 

events that may appear as problems but are in fact perfectly normal. 

Please visit 

gpelectric.com

 for the most up-to-date FAQs.

1. It seems like my flooded batteries are losing water over time.

Flooded batteries may need to have distilled water added periodically to replace fluid 

loss during charging. Excessive water loss during a short period of time indicates the 

possibility of overcharging or aging batteries. 

2. When charging, my batteries are emitting gas.

During charging, hydrogen gas is generated within the battery. The gas bubbles stir 

the battery acid allowing it to receive a more full state of charge. 

Important:

 

Ensure batteries are in a well-ventilated space.

3. How do I reset the controller?

Hold down A & B button, at the same time, for 5 second to reset the controller.

4. My voltmeter shows a different reading than the GP-PWM-30 display

The meter value on the GP-PWM-30 display is an approximate reading intended for 

indication purposes only. There is an approximate 0.1 volt inherent error present that 

may be accentuated when compared with readings from another voltmeter.

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Страница 1: ...GP PWM 30 User Manual 30 AMP PWM SOLAR CONTROLLER 2015 Go Power By Carmanah Technologies 77727_MANUAL_GP PWM 30_vE powered by Solid Signal www solidsignal com info solidsignal com 1 877 312 4547...

Страница 2: ...isplay Symbols 10 8 Operating Instructions 11 8 1 Power Up 11 8 2 Setting the Battery Type and Charging Profile 11 8 3 Viewing the Controller Display Information 13 8 4 Battery Charging Profile Chart...

Страница 3: ...The GP PWM 30 is a 12 volt flush mounted photovoltaic PV charge controller rated for a continuous solar current input of 30 amps The GP PWM 30 uses Pulse Width Modulation PWM technology and a unique f...

Страница 4: ...Battery 2 Voltage Range 6V 15 5V Max Solar Voltage 28V Operating Consumption Display backlight on 16mA Operating Consumption Display backlight off 6mA Bulk Absorption Voltage Sealed Gel AGM Flooded 14...

Страница 5: ...installation Use extreme caution when working with electricity and when handling and working around batteries Observe correct polarity Reverse polarity of the battery terminals and array will cause th...

Страница 6: ...ositive and negative battery connections must connect directly from the controller to the batteries Use of a positive or negative distribution bus is allowed between the controller and battery as long...

Страница 7: ...Module Terminal Screw Torque 14 Wire Gauge 12 Wire Gauge 10 Wire Gauge 10 Wire Gauge 10 Wire Gauge 10 Wire Gauge 10 Wire Gauge 16 inch pounds 1 8N m IMPORTANT Identify the polarity positive and negati...

Страница 8: ...arge 6 Re torque After 30 days of operation re torque all terminal screws to ensure the wires are properly secured to the controller The GP PWM 30 is based on a 30 amp max input from the solar modules...

Страница 9: ...anel to the controller IMPORTANT Ensure your primary permanent battery house bank is connected to the battery 1 terminals Connect your secondary battery starting trolling to battery 2 terminals only Y...

Страница 10: ...11 0V 7 Battery Type Profiles Sealed Gel AGM Flooded 8 Boost Mode Controller tries to keep battery at boost voltage or higher If whole display is blinking Battery 1 voltage is greater than 15 5V If Ba...

Страница 11: ...t on page 15 for more details 8 2 Setting the Battery Type and Charging Profile To select the battery charging profile press and hold the B Button This will cause the current battery type to blink Set...

Страница 12: ...ry profile press and hold the A Button for 3 seconds If there is not a second battery connected to the controller or if the second battery is connected with reverse polarity the controller will not pr...

Страница 13: ...Voltage PV Charging Current and Battery State of Charge SOC for Battery 1 and 2 press the B Button Battery 1 Voltage Screen Push the B Button to show the voltage for Battery 1 Icons Displayed Battery...

Страница 14: ...ormation for Battery 1 Battery 1 State of Charge Screen The battery state of charge is shown as a percentage Icons Displayed Battery SOC Percent Symbol Symbol 1 Battery 2 Status Values Battery 2 Volta...

Страница 15: ...AGM and FLOODED are generic battery designations Choose the charging profile that works best with your battery manufacturer s recommendations Auto Equalize The GP PWM 30 has an automatic equalize feat...

Страница 16: ...attery 1 drops below 6 volts Low battery 2 If the battery 2 state of charge reaches 0 the battery SOC symbol will show the text LOW beneath it The controller will continue operating in this condition...

Страница 17: ...nstructions included with the inverter Then connect the modular cable found in the inverter remote box to the remote terminal of the inverter and to the remote terminal of the GP PWM 30 marked with an...

Страница 18: ...There are numerous events that may appear as problems but are in fact perfectly normal Please visit gpelectric com for the most up to date FAQs 1 It seems like my flooded batteries are losing water o...

Страница 19: ...ltage reading at controller battery terminals the problem is in the wiring between the battery and the controller If the battery voltage is lower than 6 volts the controller will not function 3 For th...

Страница 20: ...ration and or wiring connections and or wire gauge 3 Dirty or shaded module or lack of sun 4 Blown diode in solar module when two or more modules are connected in parallel 1 Battery State of Charge sc...

Страница 21: ...epartment please read the frequently asked questions section of our website to troubleshoot the problem If trouble persists Unless approved by Go Power management all product shipped collect to Go Pow...

Страница 22: ...14 Installation Template Use the template on page 23 for flush mounting the controller page 22...

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