Dometic Go Power! DURALITE 100 User manual

DURALITE 100
SOLAR CONTROLLER
User Manual
GP-PWM-30-DL
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Congratulations on purchasing your Go Power! DURALITE GP-PWM-30-DL
Record the unit’s model and serial number below. It is much easier and quicker to record this information now at the pre-installation
stage.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Install:
Battery Bank Information: (size, install date, battery type)
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below:
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Low Density
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1 SOLAR CONTROLLER OVERVIEW..............................................................................................................4
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................4
1.2 SYSTEM VOLTAGE AND CURRENT...........................................................................................4
1.3 BATTERY TYPE........................................................................................................................4
1.4 REGULATORY INFORMATION.................................................................................................4
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................5
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................................................................6
3 CHOOSING A BATTERY...........................................................................................................................7
4 DURALITE KIT WIRING DIAGRAM.............................................................................................................7
5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................................................................9
5.1 BATTERY CHARGING PROFILE CHART......................................................................................10
6 ERRORS & TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................................................10
7 DISPLAY SYMBOLS..................................................................................................................................11
8 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)................................................................................................11
9 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEMS...........................................................................................................12
9.1 PROBLEMS WITH THE DISPLAY............................................................................................12
9.2 PROBLEMS WITH VOLTAGE....................................................................................................13
9.3 PROBLEMS WITH CURRENT....................................................................................................13
10 LIMITED WARRANTY.............................................................................................................................15
10.1 REPAIR AND RETURN INFORMATION...................................................................................15
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A Solar Controller (or Charge Controller / Regulator) is an essential component of your photovoltaic solar system. The Controller main-
tains the life of the battery by protecting it from overcharging. When your battery has reached a 100% state of charge, the Controller
prevents overcharging by limiting the current owing into the batteries from your solar array.
The solar controller used in the DURALITE-100 kit features an LCD digital display that shows the charge current of the solar array,
system battery voltage and battery state of charge.
1.2 SYSTEM VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
This controller is intended for use at 12 VDC system voltage and is rated for a maximum continuous DC input current of 37.5A and
input voltage of 35VDC.
Per National Electrical Code (NEC) article 690.7 and 690.8, PV module nameplate ratings must be multiplied by required values (typically
1.25 for both voltage and current) to obtain the maximum voltage and continuous current available from the module.
Applying NEC factors, the maximum allowable nameplate PV Panel rated Isc is 30A (30A x 1.25 = 37.5A), and the maximum voltage,
Voc is 28VDC (28VDC x 1.25 = 35VDC).
The voltage and current ratings of all equipment connected to PV panels must be capable of accepting the voltage and current levels
available from PV panels installed in the eld.
1.3 BATTERY TYPE
This solar controller is suitable for use with lead acid batteries (vented, GEL, or AGM* type) as well as some lithium iron phosphate
(LiFePO4) batteries that are supplied with a Battery Management System (BMS).
*Use the Sealed battery prole for AGM
1.4 REGULATORY INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
1. SOLAR CONTROLLER OVERVIEW

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SOLAR CONTROLLER OVERVIEW
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION VALUE DIMENSIONS (H X W X D):
Nominal System Voltage 12 VDC Dimensions (H x W x D):
178.5 × 105.5 × 48.3mm
7.02 x 4.15 x 1.90 in
Weight: 300g / 10.6 oz
Recommended Wire Gauge:
#8 AWG
Warranty: 5 years
• PWM Charging
• 4 Battery Charging proles
• 4 Stage Charging
• Displays Charging Current,
Battery Voltage and Battery State
of Charge
• Reverse Polarity protected
• Temperature Compensated
• RoHS Compliant, environmentally
safe
• Accepts up to 3 DuraLite Kits (300
watts of solar at 12 volts)
Range of Battery Input Voltage 8 ~ 32 VDC
Rated Charge Current 30A
Charging Output DC Voltage Range 9 – 14.9 VDC
Max. PV Short Circuit Current 30A
Max. PV Open Circuit Voltage 50V
Operating Consumption
(Display backlight on) 15 mA
Operating Consumption
(Display backlight off) 6 mA
Charge Circuit Voltage Drop 0.21V
Battery Types Supported Sealed, Gel, Flooded, Lithium 1, and Lithium 2
Self-consumption ≤4.2mA/12V;≤2.6mA/24V
Temperature Compensation -3mV/°C/2V(Default)
Charge Circuit Voltage Drop 0.21V
Operating Consumption
(Display backlight on) 15mA
Operating Consumption
(Display backlight off)
Battery Types Supported
Protection
Battery Reverse Polarity, PV Reverse Polarity,
Over Temperature, PV Short Circuit, PV Over Current,
PV Over Voltage,

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DURALITE KIT AND SOLAR CONTROLLER
THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED DURING KIT USE AND MAINTENANCE.
• Read this manual in its entirety before using the DuraLite kit for the rst time.
• DO NOT GET WET. Bring in the DuraLite kit when it rains.
• Use only with approved DuraLite connections and harnessing.
• Please cut off all connections of the PV array, fuses or breakers which close to the battery before the controller installation and
adjustment.
• Power connections should remain tight to avoid excessive overheating
• No user serviceable component inside the controller. DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the controller.
Disconnect all power
sources
Electricity can be very dangerous. Installation should be performed only by a licensed
electrician or qualied personnel.
Battery and wiring
safety
Observe all safety precautions of the battery manufacturer when handling or working
around batteries. When charging, batteries produce hydrogen gas, which is highly
explosive. Ensure batteries are in a well-ventilated space, away from sparks for open
ames.
Wiring
connections
Ensure all connections are tight and secure. Loose connections may generate sparks
and heat. Be sure to check all connections before using the portable solar kit.
Work safely
Wear protective eyewear and appropriate clothing during installation. Use extreme
caution when working with electricity and when handling and working around batter-
ies.
Observe correct
polarity
Reverse polarity of the Battery 1 terminals will cause the controller to give a warning
tone. Reverse connection of Battery 2 terminals will not cause an alarm. However, the
controller will not charge or display information for Battery 2 on the LCD. The controller
will not function unless Battery 1 terminals are connected to a battery with proper
polarity. Failure to correct this fault could damage the controller.
Do not exceed the
Charge Controller
current and voltage
ratings
The maximum current of the solar system is the sum of parallel-connected PV module–
rated short circuit Currents (Isc) multiplied by 1.25. The resulting system current is
not to exceed 37.5A. If your solar system exceeds this value, contact your dealer for a
suitable controller alternative.
Do not exceed max
voltage ratings
The maximum voltage of the array is the sum of the PV module–rated open-circuit volt-
age of the series connected modules multiplied by 1.25 (or by a value from NEC 690.7
provided in Table 690.7 A). The resulting voltage is not to exceed 35V. If your solar
system exceeds this value, contact your dealer for a suitable controller alternative.
2. SOLAR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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The GP-PWM-30-DL is suitable for use with lead acid batteries (vented, GEL, or AGM type) as well as some lithium iron phosphate
(LiFePO4) batteries that are supplied with a Battery Management System (BMS). If using lithium ion, it must be lithium iron phos-
phate (LiFePO4) chemistry with a BMS. No other chemistries are compatible.
Lithium batteries usually have maximum allowed charge currents. These maximums typically decrease in cold temperatures. THE
GP-PWM-30-DL does not limit current for these restrictions, and system design of the solar array must account for this.
Be sure to follow all battery manufacturer safety instructions.
4. DURALITE KIT WIRING DIAGRAM
The GP-PWM-30-DL maximum 37.5A rating is based on a 30-amp total maximum short circuit current rating (Isc) from the solar
modules nameplate ratings. The National Electric Code species the PV equipment/system rating to be 125% of the maximum Isc
from the PV module ratings (1.25 times 30 = 37.5A). E.G. Three modules in parallel with an Isc of 7 amps each equal a total Isc
input of 21 amps. When selecting PV modules for use with the GP-PWM-30-DL, do not exceed a total nameplate Isc current of 30A.
Solar modules list the Isc amps on their nameplate label.
The controller will not work unless there is a battery connected to the Battery 1 terminals.
WARNING: When the photovoltaic (solar) array is exposed to light, it supplies a dc voltage to this equipment.
3. CHOOSING A BATTERY
Note
(Expansion Part #3)
Extension Cable
3 Way Expansion Harness
(DuraLite Part #10)
Solar Controller
(DuraLite Part #3)
DuraLite 100W Expansion Kit DuraLite 100W Expansion KitDuraLite 100W Base Kit
Connect to DC
port of Base Kit
Connect to
DC port of
Expansion
Kit
Connect to
DC port of
Expansion
Kit
Connect
singular end
to connector
on solar
controller
(Expansion Part #3)
Extension Cable

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1) Automatic cycle interface
Display: PV voltage, PV current, PV power, Battery voltage and Battery temperature
2) Clear the generated energy
Operation:
Step 1: Press the “SET” button and hold 5s under the PV power interface and the value is ashing.
Step 2: Press the “SET” button to clear the generated energy
3) Switch the battery temperature unit
Press the “SET” button and hold 5s under the battery temperature interface.
4) Battery type
+ Battery type
Sealed Gel Flooded User(1)
+ Set battery type by LCD(1)
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operation:
Step 1: Press the “SET” button and hold 5s under the battery voltage interface.
Step 2: Press the “MENU” button when the battery type interface is ashing.
Step 3: Press the “SET” button to conrm the battery type.
5.1 BATTERY CHARGING PROFILE CHART

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ITEM SEALED GEL FLOODED LF1 (12V) LF2 (24V)
Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage 16.0V 16.0V 16.0V 14.6V 29.2V
Charging Limit Voltage 15.0V 15.0V 15.0V 14.8V 28.8V
Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage 15.0V 15.0V 15.0V 14.8V 28.8V
Equalize Charging Voltage 14.6V —— 14.8V —— ——
Boost Charging Voltage 14.4V 14.2V 14.6V 14.8V 28.8V
Float Charging Voltage 13.8V 13.8V 13.8V 14.0V 28.0V
Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V 26.4V
Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage 12.6V 12.6V 12.6V 12.2V 24.4V
Under Voltage Warning
Reconnect Voltage 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V 12.4V 28.8V
Under Voltage Warning Voltage 12.0V 12.0V 12.0V 12.0V 24.0V
Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V 11.0V 22.0
Discharging Limit Voltage 10.6V 10.6V 10.6V 10.5V 21.0V
Equalize Duration 120min. —— 120min. —— ——
Boost Duration 120min. 120min. 120min. 120min. 120min.
1. When the battery type is sealed, gel, ooded, the adjusting range of equalizing duration is 0 to180min and boost duration is
10 to180min.
2. When setting a lithium battery type, (for example: a LiFePO4) use these rules when setting voltage parameters.
• Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage > Charging Limit Voltage ≥ Equalize Charging Voltage ≥ Boost Charging Voltage ≥
Float Charging Voltage > Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage.
• Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage > Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage
• Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage > Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage ≥ Discharging Limit Voltage.
• Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage > Under Voltage Warning Voltage ≥ Discharging Limit Voltage.
• Boost Reconnect Charging voltage > Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage.
LFP1 is used for 12V Lithium batteries. LFP2 is used for 24V lithium batteries and should not be used for the DuraLite kit.
6. ERRORS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
No Power to LCD Screen
Solution 1
Check the connection between the DuraLite Kit and the controller, and the controller and the battery. The controller requires a mini-
mum voltage of 8v to run.
Solution 2
Your battery may be too far discharged to accommodate the controller. Keep the solar kit plugged in and placed in full sun for a few
hours and try the controller again.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Note