EcoOnline Solar Regulator (1R/20Amp/24V) Manual
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1. There should be no flammable objects in contact with or above and below the fuse WARNING assembly If the solder or fuse connections become corroded or fatigued over time resistive heating in these connections can result in a fire Depending on the installation the entire fuse assembly should be placed in an electrical junction box Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 9 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 10 Solar Panel Wiring 10 1 Solar Connection Using Twin Core Wire and Connector for 12V system 5 Cut and strip supplied 2 core solar wire 10Amp max Use male connector Note Choose location of the connection point carefully end on the solar side connectors not for permanent outdoor exposure 10 2 Solar Connection Using Single Core Wire and MC4 Connectors for 12V system Use approved MC4 connector crip tool NEVER screw clamp solder tinned wires to the solar junction box terminals Wires must be soldered onto the terminals inside the junction box WARNING Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 10 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved Always check that the solar modules are wired for the same voltage as the battery by using a multimeter Open circuit voltage of a 12V nominal or 36 cell solar panel or in parallel connected solar panels should be around 21V This sh2. If in doubt please seek advice WARNING 6 Connecting the Load Direct to Battery or Through the Regulator The first choice you have to make is whether you will be connecting your 12V 24V load direct to the battery or through your regulator Solar Charging Setup Options Option 1 Option 2 Load Connection Load Connection Through Regulator Direct To Battery Option 1 Recommended Advantages Option 2 Advantages Regulator will protect the battery from low voltage Regulator and regulator to battery wire need only be deep discharge sized to the maximum power of the solar panels Option 1 Disadvantages Option 2 Disadvantages Expensive high gauge wire will be needed if you have a No deep cycle protection for the battery high power load and a long battery to regulator distance You ll need to size your regulator to handle the load Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 6 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 7 Recommend Position of Regulator We recommend the regulator be positioned near the battery The regulator should not be mounted in the same compartment as flammable objects or items that can leak flammable gas or vapour such as lead acid batteries solvent gas or oil sources If installing in the same compartment as lead acid batteries there should be WARNING sufficient ventilation Do not allow the regulator to be exposed to rain or mois
3. rating of a wire Keep in mind that wires situated in highly insulated environments cannot dissipate heat and hence will have a much lower Ampacity This could lead to a fire hazard WARNING If you are unskilled in making safe electrical connections we recommend all electrical connections be carried out by a certified electrician Loose corroded or fatigued electrical connections can become resistive and overheat creating a fire hazard WARNING An appropriate fuse must be installed on the positive regulator to battery connection Some batteries and or banks of batteries connected in parallel are capable of very high short circuit currents and may also require a current limiting fuse You should check with your WARNING battery supplier as to the type of recommend fuse Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 4 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved Do not expose this regulator or system components including solder joins to water and or high humidity and or corrosive environments such as those involving marine applications WARNING Always disconnect all connections to the regulator before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce risk of electric shock Note there are no serviceable parts inside the controller do not attempt to repair the controller Incorrect re assembly can cause fire WARNING Only use 12V nominal 36 cell solar panels with this regula
4. 4 4V Under Voltage Warning Voltage 12 0V 24 0V 12 0V 24 0V 12 0V 24 0V Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 21 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 21 Operating Instructions 1 Solar Charging 2 Battery 3 Battery Type Load Status Light Status Light Selection Light Active Light Temperature P A Sensor amp Control J L yor Button Sanaa ae xX Over Voltage EcoOnline sma Solar Charge Controller 1 Solar Charging Status Light Indicating Light Charging Status GREEN ON Solid Charging normal GREEN Fast flashing Battery over voltage 2 Battery Status Light 3 Battery Type Selection Lights Indicating Light s RED Sealed Gel OR Flooded light ON Solid indicates the controller is overheated flashing simultaneously To select the battery type SEALED GEL or FLOODED and hence appropriate charging profile e Hold down Control Button for 8 second until Battery Type Selection light starts flashing e Press Control Button again to toggle through battery type selection e Hold down Control Button again for 8 second to save selection until the appropriate Battery Type Selection light remains ON solid 4 Load Active Light Charging Status RED light OFF Solid Load OFF Not Active RED light ON Solid Load ON or Active RED light Flashing Overload or Short Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation a
5. EcoOnline 12V 24V Solar Regulator For the EcoOnline Solar Kits using the 1R 20Amp 24V Solar Charge Controller Installation Manual amp User Manual Revised 31 01 2015 La Optex Solar Pty Ltd ww r Tm www EcoOnline com au a Eco Online com au email info EcoOnline com au energy smart solutions Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved This publication is protected by copyright law and unless otherwise specified is for your personal and non commercial use only No part of this publication may be reproduced or distributed by any process electronic or otherwise without the specific written permission of Optex Solar Pty Ltd Trademarks appearing in this manual are the sole property of Optex Solar Pty Ltd or their respective owners Nothing in this publication shall be construed as granting any express or implied license to use any intellectual property of Optex Solar Pty Ltd otherwise than for personal and non commercial use only Optex Solar Pty Ltd must not to the full extent permitted by law be held liable for any claim cost including legal costs damage expense loss including fines penalties set offs and consequential loss or liability arising from the use or misuse of any product described in this publication unless expressly provided otherwise in this publication Information as well as any products described in this publication are subject to change without notice Eco Online Solar Regu
6. eries S S Regulator Hf ___ Solar Port 12V Panel or Array 12V Panel or Array Always check that the entire solar array is wired for the same voltage as the battery by using a multimeter Open circuit voltage of a 12V nominal or 36 cell solar panel or in parallel connected solar panels should be around 21V This should be doubled for a 24V system CAUTION LIN Panels wired in series must be of equal power and face exactly the same direction Panels wired in parallel can face different directions Read Carefully Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 13 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 12 Mounting the Solar Panel s 12 1 Mounting on Building Roof or Caravan If the panels are to be mounted on a building roof always check council building regulations in your area We recommend roof mounting of panels be performed by a qualified professional that can advise on appropriate mounting means for your situation WARNING Generally when mounting panel we also recommend e Panel s should be mounted as close to the ground as possible for ease of maintenance reduced wind loading shorter wire runs and a reduced chance of lighting strike e Electrical connections in junction box MUST be soldered on e The underside moisture barrier should not be scratched as this the will severely limit panel lifetime e Do not use self taping screws into the side of frame
7. ever run a 12 24V cable near or in the same compartment or conduit as other 240V cables due to the chance of mistaking the two cables at some later point in time during installation or servicing WARNING AN Depending on the installation we recommend wiring be performed by an experienced and or qualified person such as an electrician WARNING 16 Auto Voltage Selection 12V or 24V System Note the controller will sense and set the system voltage from the battery voltage If the battery voltage is lower than 18V it will recognize the system as 12V If the battery voltage is greater than 18V it will recognize the system as 24V WARNING Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 16 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 17 Lap Splice Soldered Connection A soldered lap splice can be used with this kit to make connection but ONLY for applications where the wiring and splice joins are to be fixed in place WITHOUT potential for tension or repetitive bending movement across splice joins Use ONLY rosin core solder that is WARNING specifically approved for electrical work Overlap area should be at least 3 wire diameters but no more than 5 diameters Wire overlap must be well pre tinned with solder DO NOT nick wire while stripping insulation DO NOT allow solder to diffuse into the length of the wire more than 5 wire diameters from tip Solder the overlappi
8. he maximum allowable charging current for the battery being charged Always follow the battery manufacturer s DANGER charging instructions Please note panels can produce up to 30 more power than the panels rated power under extraordinary solar conditions EcoOnline recommend de rating the regulator Solar panel wattages and connected loads should not exceed 240W solar power at STC for a 12V system or 15Amp continuous load for the 20Amp regulator If appliances are connected to the battery through the regulator WARNING then the total surge start up current from all connected appliances should not exceed the 20Amp rated current for the regulator This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for WARNING their safetv Children should be supervised to ensure that thev do not plav with the appliance This regulator is to be used for charging Sealed AGM Gel or Flooded Lead Acid type batteries only Not to be used for charging any other battery chemistries apart from Lead Acid You should check that the maximum voltage of the charging profile you select does not WARNING exceed the battery manufacturers recommended maximum charging voltage Always use appropriate gauge wires Never exceed the rated Ampacity amp
9. lator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 1 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved Contents L KYT ater teeters E ero ene cd nnaenenstuaawecnsue toa cones ane odaudanen N 3 E SVU We SOI SUMS 1S a sacs oscreseeeate dats sacociendea eed oaes ranch casesneneastana auicubonetutanotaaeoseventand aaau conansesesieeiaesteves 4 WARN O Sgr cect sce sce cates E E E ana eden aacuse a stare 5 4 Included Kit Components depending on the kit purchased ccccccccsssseccccceeseccecceeesecceseeeeseceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeetegs 5 5 D signing Your chareing Sy SUC Me ee vee aticinceteeeccecaateneseies ee aeataconsea T tee ivaeaencinneneuaeeceeaacaeee 6 6 Connecting the Load Direct to Battery or Through the REgulator cccccccccccsssccecessececeesececeescceseeececeeeceesenseeeeas 6 7 Rec mmend Position OL ROS AUF faces s6ceeie Sorts aster a bse sac moe tees essa ca ou sense os ocean a 7 0 PUSE ane Seneca WIT Me Dae AIG ac tetas ntsrcesejacedossnessevennsceaeaneacacaubneasdasineaiuannecdustonsacud E EE ES 8 T gl Loo 11ST 6 0116 ken ne ee ee ar nn nS nS enone ene eee 8 10 SOl PANE Be dal anette n E e ee e ee 10 11 Wiring in Twin Folding Panels sccscsssecsdesscessncnaecessninaieseeoesussuersanvnadaaatesss don weudeadasioueuanexeadannnecdaandiuaseaeaneiseiorseesamarascs 13 12 Mounting the olar Panels esien seni decwssdecn tess cade onsodacnannstecessaneas toatsgedosedaaacnmecacacti Aseaseais votsuetaatcen 14 13 Moun
10. n Grounding Options Not Allowed Car Chassis Not Allowed Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 20 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 20 Specifications 20 1 General Regulator Specifications General Specifications Description Nominal System Voltage 12VDC 24VDC Battery Voltage Range 9V 16V 18V 32V Recommended Solar Panel 72 cell Maximum Short Term Current Maximum Continuous Current Charge Circuit Voltage Drop Discharge Circuit Voltage Drop Self consumption Temperature Compensation Coefficient Terminal size Operating temperature Storage temperature Humidity Enclosure Regulator Physical Dimensions length 144mm x width 75 8mm x height 45mm Compensates equalize boost float and low voltage disconnect voltages SEALED VRSLAB also Sealed or Maintenance free Gelled Electrolyte Advanced Glass Mat AGM Gel suspension Glass mat suspended liquid Liquid Note some wet cell batteries have sealed tops and are marketed as maintenance free however these are still classed as FLOODED type batteries Battery Voltage Charging Parameters at 25 C Charging GEL SEALED FLOODED Equalize Charging Voltage 146V 29 2V 14 8 29 6V Equalize Duration 2hours 2hours Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage 12 6V 25 2V 12 6V 25 2V 12 6V 25 2V Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage 12 2V 24 4V 12 2V 24 4V 12 2V 2
11. nd User Manual Page 22 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 22 System Maintenance Important before carrying out any system maintenance you MUST check for any manual updates and download the latest installation manual from WARNING www EcoOnline com au downloads The following inspections and maintenance tasks are recommended at least two times per year for best controller performance e Check that the controller is securely mounted in a clean and dry environment e Check that the air flow and ventilation around the controller is not blocked Clear all dirt or fragments on the heat sink e Check fixings holding wiring in place e Check all wires to make sure insulation is not damaged from UV exposure frictional wear moisture corrosion fatigue insects or rats etc Maintain or replace the wires if necessary e Make sure all terminal connections are tight Inspect regulator connections for loose corroded broken wires or signs of high temperatures such as discoloured or burnt areas e Confirm that all the system components are ground connected tightly and correctly if the system is grounded e Check that any fuses and fuse holders are not corroded and or lose and or warm or hot during operation Replace as needed Fatigued weathered loose and or corroded wiring or electrical connections poses a fire risk even at low voltage The systems wiring should be checked periodically for any wear cracki
12. ng resulting from UV damage of insulation on wiring and corrosion of any solder or WARNING controller connections Any affected parts should be replaced at the first sign of damage 23 Trouble Shooting Guide Firstly connect battery to regulators battery terminals Note battery MUST be at least 6V Does the regulator battery light turn ON Note battery light is typically very faint Battery regulator light turns ON X Battery regulator light stays OFF Next connect solar panel to regulator solar ports Measure charging current using multi meter X Solar regulator light stays OFF Recheck connection else return regulator to EcoOnline for a Warranty Claim Return regulator to EcoOnline for a Warranty Claim X Solar regulator light ON solid NO current Measure voltage across the regulators battery connection screws 0 Volts Measured Re check battery connections amp fuse as OV volts signifies improper connection and or completely dead battery X Battery voltage measured but still no regulator lights Return regulator to EcoOnline for a Warranty Claim Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved Page 23
13. ng wire ends together across the entire overlap using sufficient heat to fully melt the solder Tape down ends to hold in place during soldering Clean flux residue from the solder using suitable solvent Cut off any protruding wire strands DO NOT allow movement during the solder solidification process Use a heat gun to heat adhesive lined heat shrink sleave Press ends to seal DO NOT use a naked flame or soldering iron to shrink heat shrink sleave Apply secondary heat shrink sleave to immobilize the splice to protect against metal fatigue of solder Press ends to seal DO NOT expose the stiff splice to tension or metal fatiguing bending forces When mounting soldered splice should be fixed in place at both ends Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 17 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 18 Connector Dismantling Procedure if required main body pin d housing oe A Definitions Step 1 Hold connector by main body unscrew end caps for both connectors use second pliers if required Step 2 With end cap removed hold female connector by pin housing unscrew main body use second pliers if required Step 3 With end cap removed hold male connector by pin housing using a spanner unscrew main body use second pliers if required LIN Note you may need to compress the main body of the connector to break the glue seal Read Ca
14. ose to the battery but no closer than 150mm from the battery terminals WARNING Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 8 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved For the battery to regulator wire if you are also connecting the load through the regulator you need to consider max load current not just the max charging current You may need a substantially higher gauge wire WARNING Step 2 Measure and cut the battery to regulator cables For the ve positive line cut the wire at the chosen fuse holder location Strip and tin solder all wires appropriately in preparation for a lap splice follow Section 17 below NOTE Before you solder don t forget to thread all FOUR heat shrink tubes Step 3 Solder the fuse holder in line at both ends using a lap splice Tape down ends to hold in place during soldering Clean flux residue from the solder using suitable solvent Step 4 Use a heat gun to the heat shrink the first sleave You ll need a glove to protect your fingers when you press the hot heat shrink firmly around the wire so that the hot adhesive creates a good seal Step 5 Use a heat gun to the heat shrink the second sleave The fuse assembly is complete and ready for mounting Note Fuse assembly is only dust proof and should not be exposed to the sun and moisture Fuse assembly and wire should be fixed in place to prevent wire movement and fatigue
15. ould be doubled for a 24V system CAUTION 10 3 In Parallel Connection Using Twin Core Wire for 12V system 12V 12V Parallel Connection b Use cut wire plug to seal 12y 10 4 In Parallel Connection Using Single Core Wire for 12V system 12V Parallel Connection 12V Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 11 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 10 5 In Series Connection Using Twin Core Wire for 24V system 12V 12V Connection E E AE 7 Series xy 3 Ss re 1 ff k Use cut wire plug to seal 10 6 In Series Connection Using Single Core Wire for 24V system 12V EF Pry 7 ae l Series Connection For a 24V system the battery voltage must be greater than 18V for the controller to recognize and set the system as a 24V system CAUTION LIN Panels wired in series must be of equal power and face exactly the same direction Read Carefully Panels wired in parallel can face different directions Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 12 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 11 Wiring in Twin Folding Panels 12V System Connect Panels in Parallel S Regulator Af ___ Solar Port 12V Panel or Array 12V Panel or Array 24V System Connect Panels in S
16. refully This should be performed by gently compressing the main body until you hear the seal break Note the 10Amp limit for these connectors We recommend connectors are not mounted such that they are continuously exposed to rain and water ingress WARNING Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 18 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 19 System Grounding Grounding the regulator is not technically required for simple camping type stand alone solar systems If for some reason grounding is required it should be noted that this is a positively ground regulator See below for allowed grounding configurations CAUTION Grounding Option 1 Sf ok Grounding Option 2 Jf Caution Car Chassis Grounding Option 3 Jf Caution Grounding option 2 and 3 should be used with caution as for these configurations the controllers positive wires cannot be allowed make electrical contact to the ground or the car frame CAUTION When using Option 3 never mount the regulator near grounded chassis parts and always secure the wires going into the regulator as they could become loose and potentially fall out touching chassis parts WARNING Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 19 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 19 1 Frame Grounding Option Solar Panel FRAME ONLY Ground 19 2 Forbidde
17. that there is sufficient air flow around the back of the controller 14 Regulator Connections Use 10mm for 10A Reg Use 13mm for 15 20A Regs When inserting wire into the 20Amp regulator use exactly 13mm bare wire WARNING DO NOT solder these wire tips before connecting to the regulator Soft solder can corrode arch melt and or soften resulting in the cables falling out Unscrew the regulators connection ports fully before inserting wire Make sure the wire is inserted between the regulators gripping teeth and that the connections are tight Loose connections can generate heat due to excessive resistance Make sure there are no WARNING protruding wire strands You should do a pull test to make sure wires can t be pulled out For mobile applications always secure all wiring to a solid surface Unsecured wires and connections that vibrate or work themselves lose will become resistive which could lead to excessive heating and or fire WARNING Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 15 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 15 Wiring and Connection Order Solar Charging Regulator Connection oder DOWDVOS Always power the regulator ON by connecting the battery first before making other connections The regulators light s should come on This will activate the units numerous WARNING protection mechanisms When wiring your system n
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19. tor Or 72 cell panel s for a 24V system WARNING What follows are general installation guidelines they should NOT be taken to be appropriate for all installation situations if in doubt please seek advice from a certified electrician WARNING 3 Warranties EcoOnline offers the following Warranties e 3 year limited Warranty on all Regulators See EcoOnline com au Terms and Conditions page for further details 4 Included Kit Components depending on the kit purchased 20Amp Solar Charging Regulator two core 1 0mm 1 5mm single core 2 5 4mm 20Amp Fuse holder 5m Solar Wire 10Amp Battery Wire 30Amp fuse kit Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 5 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 5 Designing Your Charging System Firstly please visit our online sizing calculators to size your system They will help you understand important factors involved in sizing a solar charging regulator system Do not assume the supplied components are suitable for all situations 1 Solar Panel Sizing Calculator this will help you understand the factors involved in a sizing solar panels 2 Solar Regulator Calculator this will help you understand the factors involved sizing a regulator 3 Solar Wire Sizing Calculator this will help you understand the factors involved in sizing wire gauges A charging system must be sized right for efficiency reliability and safety
20. ture WARNING Please note when choosing a location for the regulator it is preferable that the regulator and battery compartments have similar ambient temperature characteristics so that the temperature compensation function on the regulator functions accurately Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 7 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 8 Fuse and Technical Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagram for Wiring Diagram for Load Through Regulator System Load Direct from Battery System Solar Charging Regulator Solar Charging Regulator Fuse The 1R 20Amp 24V regulator should have a 30Amp fuse You should check with your battery supplier as to the type of fuse to use as some batteries and or banks of batteries connected in parallel are capable of very high short circuit currents and may require a WARNING special current limiting fuse Note the fuse assembly should be close to the battery but no closer than 150mm from the battery terminals WARNING Always use appropriate gauge wires Never exceed the rated Ampacity amp rating of a wire Keep in mind that wires situated in highly insulated environments cannot dissipate heat and hence will have a much lower Ampacity This could lead to a fire hazard WARNING 9 Fuse Assembly Step 1 Choose a conveniently accessible rain sheltered location for the fuse assembly Note the fuse assembly should be cl
21. uct safety issues or near misses to info EcoOnline com au no matter how trivial Indicates a SAFETY issue that is likely to cause injury or death if the user does not follow the instructions DANGER Indicates a SAFETY issue that may cause injury or death if the user does not follow the instructions WARNING Indicates a SAFETY issue that may cause injury or property damage if the user does not follow the instructions CAUTION LIN Refers to critically important information related to the correct functioning of the system Read Carefully t Tip Refers to useful information for the optimal operation of the system Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 3 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 2 Safety Requirements Lead acid batteries generate dangerous explosive gases during normal operation always provide adequate ventilation to the outdoors Wear eye protection and gloves at all times when working around lead acid batteries Be mindful of sources of ignition such as sparks DANGER from shorts fuses open flames or cigarettes Note batteries store a large amount of energy Never short circuit a battery s positive and negative terminal Have fresh water available to wash and clean any contact with battery acid When sizing your solar array and battery you must check that the maximum current produced by the chosen solar panel s array can never exceed t
22. when installing panels use the bolt holes on the back with locking bolt amp nut set or commercially available mounting means e Panels should be installed with 20mm to 50mm underside ventilation gap 12 2 Portable Folding Solar Camping Panel s We recommend portable folding panels are placed on a secure flat non flammable surface exposed to the sun As a precaution do not place panels on or in dry flammable grass for example WARNING For portable folding panels with a regulator on the back we also recommend you discontinue use if the outside temperature is greater than 40DegC Note the regulator and fuse holder must have air flow during use do not cover system components WARNING LIN We recommend the portable folding panels be put away in very strong wind or if there Read Carefull is a chance of lighting In moderate winds a heavy object can be place on the frame legs ead varetUtY to secure again overturning Eco Online Solar Regulator Kit Installation and User Manual Page 14 Copyright 2012 Optex Solar Pty Ltd All rights strictly reserved 13 Mounting the Charging Regulator Mount vertically Observe Clearance Back heat sink PtP ty ty ty a must have good Cool Air Flow air flow ZISIS SIISII SIII 150mm The controller must be mounted on a vertical non flammable surface in a cool dry sheltered location with adequate ventilation Note the heat sink will get hot under WARNING operation Ensure
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