February 2020
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Solar Stik
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System Setup and Operation Manual for ATSC MS3 L0
General Requirements
• Keep it cool
—Clean all component air filters frequently to minimize the accumulation of internal
heat. Minimize exposure of all components, except the Solar Arrays, to direct sunlight.
Excessive
heat reduces system efficiency
(less power available for loads, slower charging, etc.)
• DO NOT STORE/TRANSPORT EXPANDER PAKS IN A DISCHARGED STATE!
Always
recharge batteries completely before storing/transporting. Always follow prescribed in-storage
maintenance charging procedures.
• If the load requirement is at or close to the maximum rated output of the generator, the PRO-
Verter 5000 will not be able to charge the Expander Paks, resulting in continuous generator
operation.
• The Solar Arrays should always be clean and pitched for maximum daily sun exposure.
• The PRO-Verter setup menu might be locked. Consult the PRO-Verter 5000 Operator Manual or
contact Technical Support for access.
• Expander Paks must be configured to provide a MINIMUM cumulative 200 A DC to the System
for the PRO-Verter to function at its rated power.
• The state of charge reported by the PRO-Verter 5000 will be accurate only if the total battery
bank size is at least 200 Ah and if there is only ONE PRO-Verter being used with the bank.
• EMERGENCY STOP: Turn OFF the PRO-Verter 5000 power switch and disconnect the Expander
Pak 2400s.
E Tips to Keep the System Running Safely and Smoothly
D Order of Operations: Activation and Deactivation of the System
L0 Isolation of Operations:
When
deploying
the L0, it is recommended that the ECUs not be engaged. The sensors can
be powered up before raising the tower, but the ECUs must remain off. Failure to follow this
recommendation may result in overloading of the HPS.
L0-architecture Deactivation Sequence
When
terminating operations
on the L0 platform, all of the L0 systems must be shut down before
the HPS can be turned off. Before decommissioning the HPS, all individual components must be
deactivated and the inter connect circuit de-energized.
Steps to power down the HPS:
1. Power down the PRO-Verter
2. Turn off all Expander Pak power switches.
3. Disengage the Power Hub and Solar Arrays
