POWERTECH 12V 110W Folding Solar Panel Charge Controller User Manual

12V 110W Folding Solar Panel and Charge Controller ZM9175

User Manual

USER MANUAL

Please ensure that you have read the product manual and instructions in full prior to use. Failure to do so may result in incorrect operation and therefore impact the product’s performance.

PART LIST

1 x 110W Mono-Crystalline Solar Panel with 12V/10A Charge Regulator. (USB Version)1 x 5m Extension Lead with Anderson Connectors 1 x Anderson to Alligator Clips Lead1 x Anderson to Eye Terminals Lead1 x Heavy Duty Bag

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Step 1:Locate a clear sunlit area free from overhanging branches or heavy shade.Step 2:Unfold the solar panels, adjust the two supports to a suitable angle.Step 3:Always face the front side of solar panels towards the sun.Wipe down the panels with a microfiber cloth to remove any dust or debris.

A Note:

To ensure maximum possible output we recommend that the solar panels are regularly re-aligned to follow the sun’s movement.Wipe the solar panel with a microfiber cloth for maximum efficiency.

Folding Solar Kit Specifications

Type Mono-Crystalline Solar Cells
Peak Power 110W(+5% ) (SSW each)
Rated Voltage 12V
Voltage   Peak Power 17.9V
Current @ Peak Power 6.15A
Open Circuit Voltage 21. 5V
Short Circuit Current 6.56A
Maximum system Vohage 1000V DC
Panel Dimensions 525(W) X 665(H) X 75(D)mm (Folded)1050(W) X 665(H) X 35(D)mm (Unfolded)

ABOUT THE REGULATOR

  1. Safety Information
  • Read all of the instructions in the manual before
  • DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the
  • Disconnect the solar panel before installing or moving the
  • Power connections must remain tight to avoid excessive heating from a loose connection.
  • Only charge 12V batteries that comply with the parameters of
  • Battery connection may be wired to one battery or a battery

2. Overview

The 12V/10A regulator is a PWM charge regulator with USB output that uses the most advanced digital technique. Regulator features as follows:

  • Support 3 charging options: AGM, Gel &FIooded lead acid battery
  • Battery status LED indicator indicates battery condition
  • The USB will provide power supply that can charge electronic equipment
  • Battery type and load output can be set by pressing a button
  • Extensive Electronic protection

3. Product Features

1. Mounting Hole 6 4.5 6. Button
2. PV Terminals 7. Battery status LED indicator
3. Battery Terminals 8. Load status LED indicator
4. Load Terminals 9. Charging status LED indicator
5. USB output port

4. Wiring

  • Before connecting solar charger kit with battery, please MAKE SURE the solar panel surfaces are covered or facing ground since the correct connection sequence is Battery first, then Loads if any, Solar panels to be connected
  • After powering the regulator, check the Battery LED indicator on the regulator, to be solid green. Otherwise please refer to section

5. LED INDICATORS

  1. Charging and load status indicator
Indicator Color Status Instruction
 

Charging status LED indicator

Green On Solid Charging
Green OFF No Charging
Green Fast Flashing Battery Over Voltage
 

Load status LED indicator

Green On Solid Load ON
Green OFF Load OFF
Green Slowly Flashing Load overload
Green Fast Flashing Load short circuit

2. Battery status indicator

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Status
Slowly Flashing x x x Under voltage
Fast Flashing x x x Over-discharge

Battery LED indicator status during voltage is up

O                O x x           12.8V<Ubat<13.4V
O      g p 13.4V<Ubat<14.1V
O                O O O               14.1V<Ubat

Battery LED indicator status during voltage is down

O O x 12.8V<Ubat<13.4V
O x x 12.4V<Ubat<12.8V
O x x Ubat<12.4V

NOTE: 01″O” LED indicator ON; “x” LED indicator OFF.

Setting Operation

(1)Load ON/OFF SettingWhen the regulator is powered on, press the button to control the load output. NOTE: The USB will output when the load is on.

Battery Type SettingOperation:Step 1: Enter setting mode by pressing the button for 5 seconds until the battery status LEDs are flashing.Step 2: Select the desired mode by pressing a button.Step 3: The mode will be saved automatically without any operation for 5 seconds and LED will stop flashing.

Battery Type Indicator

LED1

LED2 LED3

Battery type

Ο

×

×

AGM/Lead Acid(Default)

Ο

Ο

×

Gel

Ο

Ο

Ο

Flooded

NOTE: “o” LED indicator ON  “x” LED indicator OFF

Protection

  • Battery Over Voltage Protection

When the battery voltage reaches the set point of Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage(OVD), the regulator will stop charging the battery to protect the battery from being overcharged.

  • Battery Over-Discharge Protection

When the battery voltage reaches the set point of Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage(LVD), the regulator will stop discharging the battery to protect the battery from being over-discharged.

  • Load Overload Protection

Load will be switched off when 1.25 times rated current overload will occur. User has to reduce load appliance, then press the button or repower the regulator.

  • Load Short Circuit Protection

Load will be switched off when load short circuit (+3 times rated current) will occur. The user has to clear the short circuit, then press the button or restart the regulator.

  • High Voltage Transients Protection

The regulator is protected against small high voltage transients. In lightning-prone areas, additional external suppression is recommended.

Troubleshooting

Faults Possible reasons Troubleshooting
LED Charging indicator turn off duñngdaytme when sunshine falls on PV modules properly  

PV array disconnection

Confirm that PV and battery wire connections are correct and tight
No LED indicator Battery voltage may be less than 8V Measure battery voltage with the multi-meter.Min.8V can start up the regulator
Charging status LED indicator Fast flashing Battery Over Voltage Check if the battery voltage is higher than OVD, and disconnect the PV
LED1 Fast flashing Battery over-discharged When the battery voltage is restored to or above the LVR point (low voltage reconnect voltage), the load will recover
Load status LED indicator slowly flashing Load overload @PIease reduce the number of electric equipment.OzPress the button or repower the regulator
Load status LED indicator fast flashing Load short circuit @Check carefully loads connection, clear the fault 2Press the button or repower the regulator.

Technical Specifications – Charge Controller

Nominal system voltage 12VDC
Rated charge current 10A
Rated discharge current 10A
Battery input voltage range 8V   16V
Max. PV open circuit voltage 30V
Self-consumption 12V<5mA
Charge Circuit Voltage Drop 0.13V
USB Output Port 5VDC/1.2A
Working environment temperature -35°C-+55°C
Humidity 95% N.C.
Mounting hole size 64.5

Battery Voltage Control ParametersBelow parameters are in 12V system at 25ºC

Battery Type

AGM Gel

Flooded

Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage 16.0V 16.0V 16.0V
Charging Limit Voltage 15.0V 15.0V 15.0V
Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage 15.0V 15.0V 15.0V
Equalize Charging Voltage 14.6V —— 14.8V
Boost Charging Voltage 14.4V 14.2V 14.6V
Float Charging Voltage 13.8V 13.8V 13.8V
Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V
Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage 11.6V 11.6V 11.6V
Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V
Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V
Discharging Limit Voltage 10.6V 10.6V 10.6V
Equalize Duration 120 min. —— 120 min.
Boost Duration 120 min. 120 min. 120 min.

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