Dometic SC 1230-PWM User manual

SC1230-PWM
30 A Solar Charge Controller
Installation and Operating Manual. . . . . . . . 3
EN
ENERGY & LIGHTING
SUN POWER
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 1 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 2 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Explanation of symbols
3
Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and first
use, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another
person, hand over this instruction manual along with it.
Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
4 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
5 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
6 Installing the solar charge controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
7 Using the solar charge controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
9 Maintaining and cleaning the product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
10 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
11 Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
12 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
1 Explanation of symbols
!
!
A
WARNING!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or
serious injury.
CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to injury.
NOTICE!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair
the function of the product.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 3 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
General safety instructions SC1230-PWM
4
I
2 General safety instructions
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:
•Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and excess voltage
•Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
•Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual
The declaration of conformity can be requested from the manufacturer (contact infor-
mation on the back).
Note the following basic safety information when using electrical devices to protect
against:
•Electric shock
•Fire hazards
•Injury
2.1 General safety
!WARNING!
•Only use the device as intended.
•Disconnect the device
– Before cleaning and maintenance
–Afteruse
– Before changing a fuse
•The device may not be used if the device itself or connection cables
are visibly damaged.
•This appliance may only be repaired by qualified personnel.
Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.
•This appliance can not be used by children as well as by persons with
diminished physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experi-
ence and knowledge.
•Electrical devices are not toys.
Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children.
•Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 4 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM General safety instructions
5
ANOTICE!
•Check the manufacturer‘s data for your battery and ensure that the
maximum voltage of the solar charge controller does not exceed the
manufacturer‘s recommended charging voltage.
•Do not use the solar charge controller to charge non-rechargeable
batteries.
•Be sure to connect the battery before exposing the solar panel to the
sun.
•Before using the device for the first time, check that the voltage speci-
fication on the rating plate matches that of the power supply.
•Store the device in a dry and cool place.
2.2 Safety when installing the device
!WARNING!
•The electrical installation may only be connected by qualified person-
nel and only in accordance with the national regulations. Incorrect
connection may cause severe hazards.
•Take the precautions necessary to ensure that children cannot inter-
fere with operation. Dangerous situations may occur which cannot be
recognised by children.
ANOTICE!
•Do not expose the device to a heat source (direct sunlight, heating
etc.). Avoid additional heating of the device in this way.
Electrical cables
!CAUTION!
•Lay the cables so that they cannot be tripped over or damaged.
ANOTICE!
•If cables have to be fed through metal walls or other walls with sharp
edges, use ducts or bushings to prevent damage.
•Do not lay cables which are loose or bent next to electrically
conductive material (metal).
•Do not pull on the cables.
•Do not lay AC cables and DC cables in the same duct.
•Fasten the cables securely.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 5 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Scope of delivery SC1230-PWM
6
2.3 Operating the device safely
!WARNING!
•All lead acid batteries produce harmful and explosive gases. The
battery should be mounted in a well ventilated area, as far as possible
from any ignition source. Do not smoke when in the vicinity of the bat-
tery under charge.
ANOTICE!
•Do not disconnect any cables when the device is still in use.
3Scopeofdelivery
•SC1230-PWM solar charge controller
•Installation and operating manual
4 Intended use
The SC1230-PWM solar charge controller (ref. no. 9600005819) can be installed in
motorhomes or caravans to be connected to solar panels to charge house batteries.
The device may only be used inside the vehicle.
5 Technical description
The SC1230-PWM solar charge controller enables mobile power supply from solar
panels for 12 Vg/24 Vg devices and two USB devices. The devices can be
simultaneously supplied with power while the 12 Vg/24 Vg battery is being
charged.
The solar charge controller ensures that the power supplied by your solar panels is at
the right voltage to charge your home or auxiliary battery. The solar charge controller
is PWM controlled. It is an intelligent 3 stage solar controller.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 6 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Technical description
7
Solar charge controller
The solar charge controller has the following functions:
•PWM controlled
•Three stage charging (Bulk, Boost/Equalize, Float)
•Battery types selectable: Sealed, Gel, and Flooded
•LCD display dynamically displaying operating data and working condition
•Two USB output ports (maximum output 2.4 A) as power supply charge for
electronic equipment
The solar charge controller has the following protective functions:
•Incorrect polarity protections for solar module and battery
•Battery overvoltage protection
•Battery overheating protection
•Battery over-discharge protection
•Load overload protection
•Load short circuit protection
•Controller overheating protection
Battery temperature sensor (available as an accessory)
The battery temperature sensor allows the solar charge controller to continuously
adjust charge voltage based on measured battery temperature. Temperature com-
pensation of charge voltage assures that the battery receives the proper charge volt-
age as battery temperature changes during normal operation.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 7 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Technical description SC1230-PWM
8
5.1 Connecting and operating elements
No. in
fig. 1Description
1Display
2 MENU button – Browse interface
– Set parameters
3 SET button – Load ON/OFF
– Clear errors
– Enter into Set mode
– Save data
4 Temperature sensor port
5 Solar panel terminals
6 Battery terminals
7 Load terminals
8 USB output ports
1
MENU
+-+-+-
SET
5V Max. 2,4A
USB
Temp.
Sensor
8
2
1
3
5 6 74
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 8 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Technical description
9
5.2 Display elements
Source Display Description
PV with menus
solar voltage (V),
solar current (A),
solar power (kWh)
Day
Night
No charging
Charging
BATT. with menus
battery voltage (V),
battery current (A)
battery temperature
(°C/°F))
Battery capacity, in charging
BAT T.TYPE Battery type
LOAD with menus
load current (A),
load power (kWh),
load mode
Load on
Load off
PV
BATT.
LOAD
SOC
AkWh%
TYPE
TYPE
V °C °F
2
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 9 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Installing the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM
10
6 Installing the solar charge controller
6.1 Mounting the solar charge controller
When selecting the installation location, note the following:
•The device must be installed vertically on a wall.
•The device must be installed on a level and sufficiently sturdy surface.
•The device must be installed in a location that is protected from moisture.
•Do not install the device in a dusty environment.
•There should be a space of 10 cm on all sides around the device.
I
➤Attach the device with 4 flat-headed screws.
NOTE
Before drilling any holes, make sure that no electrical cables or other
parts of the vehicle can be damaged by drilling, sawing and filing.
USB
MENU
+-+-+-
SET
5V Max. 2,4A
Temp.
Sensor
1.
2.
3
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 10 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Installing the solar charge controller
11
6.2 Connecting diagram
!WARNING!
•Always observe the following connection sequence. Overvoltage
can damage the electronics of the device.
–Connecting the solar panel: Connect the battery, then con-
nect the solar panel, finally connect the load.
–Disconnecting the solar panel: Disconnect the load, then dis-
connect the solar panel, finally disconnect the battery.
•Do not insert the fuse or turn on the breaker during the installation.
•Ensure that the battery clamps do not get in contact with each other.
•Make sure that the polarity is correct.
MENU
+-+-+-
SET
5V Max. 2,4A
USB
Tem p.
Sensor
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
7
9
10
4
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 11 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Installing the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM
12
Key to connecting diagram
➤Lay all the necessary lines.
➤Plan the distribution and fuse protection of the circuits carefully. The battery fuse
should be installed as close to the battery as possible. The suggested distance is
within 150 mm.
➤Make sure that all lines are inserted and connected properly.
➤Secure all lines with strain relief clamps.
No. in
fig. 4Description
1 Solar charge controller
2 USB output ports
3Load
4Fuse
512Vg/24 Vgbattery
6Fuse
7Inverter
8Fuse
9 Solar panel
10 Circuit breaker
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 12 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Installing the solar charge controller
13
6.3 Connecting the solar charge controller
!
Connecting to the battery
I
Always connect the battery first, in order to allow the solar charge controller to
recognize the system voltage.
➤Connect the battery as shown in the connecting diagram.
➤Check if the display of the controller is on.
Connecting a 12 Vg/24 Vg device or inverter
A
➤Connect the lead to the positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Ensure that the
connection is secure and tight.
Connecting the solar panel
➤Connect the lead to the positive (+) and negative (–) terminal. Ensure that the
connection is secure and tight.
Connecting the temperature sensor (available as an accessory)
The battery temperature sensor allows the solar charge controller to continuously
adjust charge voltage based on measured battery temperature.
➤Attach temperature sensor to the battery with tape, ensuring good contact.
WARNING!
Make sure that all the connection and wiring is conducted by a qualified
electrician.
NOTE
Battery voltage less than 6 V will not be recognised by solar charge
controller.
NOTICE!
Connect the inverter or other load that has the largest start current to the
battery rather than to the controller load terminals, if the inverter or other
load is necessary.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 13 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Using the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM
14
7 Using the solar charge controller
7.1 Browsing the display
The display automatically cycles through the menus.
➤Press the MENU button to switch from one menu to the next menu.
7.2 Setting the solar charge controller
Zero clearing the accumulative power
➤Press the MENU button until you get to the PV solar power menu.
➤Press and hold the SET button for 5 s.
✓The value flashes.
➤Press the SET button again to clear the value.
Setting the temperature unit
➤Press the MENU button until you get to the BATT. temperature menu.
➤Press and hold the SET button and to switch between °C and °F.
Setting the load mode
➤Press the MENU button until you get to the LOAD mode menu.
➤Press and hold the SET button for 5 s.
✓The number flashes.
➤Press the MENU button to set the parameter (see table below).
➤Press the SET button again to confirm the number.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 14 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Using the solar charge controller
15
Setting the battery type
➤Press the MENU button until you get to the BATT. voltage menu.
➤Press and hold the SET button for 5 s.
➤Press the MENU button to switch between the battery types (SEL: Sealed
(Default), GEL: Gel, FLD: Flooded).
➤Confirm the battery type by pressing the SET button or waiting for 5 s.
No. Load menu 1 No Load menu 2
100 Light ON/OFF 2n Disabled
101 Load will be on for 1 hour
since sunset
201 Load will be on for 1 hour
before sunrise
102 Load will be on for 2 hours
since sunset
202 Load will be on for 2 hours
before sunrise
103 – 113 Load will be on for 3 to 13
hours since sunset
203 – 213 Load will be on for 3 to 13
hours before sunrise
114 Load will be on for 14 hours
since sunset
214 Load will be on for 14 hours
before sunrise
115 Load will be on for 15 hours
since sunset
215 Load will be on for 15 hours
before sunrise
116 Test mode 2n Disabled
117 Manual mode
(Default load ON)
2n Disabled
PV
BATT.
LOAD
SOC
AkWh%
TYPE
TYPE
V °C °F
PV
BATT.
LOAD
SOC
AkWh%
TYPE
TYPE
V °C °F
PV
BATT.
LOAD
SOC
AkWh%
TYPE
TYPE
V °C °F
5
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 15 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Using the solar charge controller SC1230-PWM
16
7.3 Protective functions of the solar charge controller
Protection Conditions Status
Solar module
reverse polarity
The solar module can be reversed, when the
battery is connected correctly.
The controller is not
damaged
Battery reverse
polarity
The battery can be reversed, when the solar
module is not connected.
Battery
overvoltage
The battery voltage reaches to the OVD
(over voltage/disconnect voltage point)
Stop charging
Battery
overdischarge
The battery voltage reaches to the LVD
(above low voltage/reconnect voltage point)
Stop discharging
Battery
overheating
Temperature sensor is higher than 65 °C Output is OFF
Temperature sensor is less than 55 °C Output is ON
Solar charge
controller
overheating
Temperature sensor is higher than 85 °C Output is OFF
Temperature sensor is less than 75 °C Output is ON
Load overload Load current ≥2.5 times rated current
1.02 to 1.05 times, 50 s,
1.05 to 1.25 times, 30 s
1.25 to 1.35 times,10 s
1.35 to 1.5 times, 2 s
Output is OFF.
Clear the fault: Restart the
controller or wait for one
night-day cycle (night time
>3 hours).
Damaged
temperature
sensor
The temperature sensor is short-circuited or
damaged
Charging or discharging
at 25 °C
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 16 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Troubleshooting
17
8 Troubleshooting
If you are unable to rectify the fault, get in touch with a specialist workshop.
9 Maintaining and cleaning the product
➤Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever
possible.
MIf you wish to finally dispose of the product, ask your local recycling centre
or specialist dealer for details about how to do this in accordance with the
applicable disposal regulations.
Display Fault Possible cause Suggested remedy
The Display is off dur-
ing daytime when
sunshine falls on solar
modules properly.
Solar panel
disconnected
Confirm that solar module wire con-
nections are correct and tight.
Wire connection is
correct, display is off.
Battery voltage is
lower than 9 V
Check the voltage of battery. At least
9 V voltage is required to activate the
solar charge controller.
PV voltage is less
than battery volt-
age
Check the PV input voltage which
should be higher than battery’s volt-
age.
Display is flashing. Battery over
voltage
Check if the battery voltage is higher
than over voltage/disconnect volt-
age point, and disconnect the solar
panel.
Display is flashing. Battery over
discharged
When the battery voltage is restored
to or above low voltage/reconnect
voltage point, the load will recover
Display is flashing. Battery
overheating
The solar charge controller will auto-
matically turn the system off. But while
the temperature declines to be below
50 °C, the solar charge controller will
resume work.
Display is flashing. Over load or
short circuit
Reduce the number of electric equip-
ments or check carefully loads con-
nection.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 17 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
Warranty SC1230-PWM
18
10 Warranty
The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the
manufacturer's branch in your country (see the back of the instruction manual for the
addresses) or your retailer.
For repair and guarantee processing, please include the following documents when
you send in the device:
•A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
•A reason for the claim or description of the fault
11 Disposal
➤Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever
possible.
MIf you wish to finally dispose of the product, ask your local recycling centre
or specialist dealer for details about how to do this in accordance with the
applicable disposal regulations.
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 18 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

EN
SC1230-PWM Technical data
19
12 Technical data
S
SC1230-PWM
Ref. no.: 9600005819
Nominal system voltage: 12/24 Vg, Auto
Battery input voltage range: 9 V to 32 V
Rated charge/discharge current: 30 A at 55 °C
Max. PV open circuit voltage: 50 V
Battery type: Sealed (Default)/Gel/Flooded
Equalize charging voltage: Sealed:14.6 V/Gel: No/Flooded:14.8 V
Boost charging voltage: Sealed:14.4 V/Gel:14.2 V/Flooded:14.6 V
Float charging voltage: Sealed/Gel/Flooded:13.8 V
Low voltage reconnect voltage: Sealed/Gel/Flooded:12.6 V
Low voltage disconnect voltage: Sealed/Gel/Flooded:11.1 V
Self-consumption: ≤9.2 mA/12 V
≤11.7 mA/24 V
Temperature compensation coefficient: –3 mV/°C/
2 V at 25 °C
Charge circuit voltage drop: ≤0.29V
Discharge circuit voltage drop: ≤0.16V
LCD temperature range: –20 °C to +70 °C
Working environment temperature: –25 °C to +55 °C
Relative humidity: 95%, N.C.
Enclosure: IP30
Grounding: Common positive
USB output: 5V DC/2.4 A (total)
Dimensions (W x H x D) in mm: 181 x 100.9 x 59.8
Terminals: 16 mm2/6AWG
Weight: 0.55 kg
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 19 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10

AUSTRIA
Dometic Austria GmbH
Neudorferstraße 108
A-2353 Guntramsdorf
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
BENELUX
Dometic Branch Office Belgium
Zincstraat 3
B-1500 Halle
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]e
BRAZIL
Dometic DO Brasil LTDA
Avenida Paulista 1754, conj. 111
SP 01310-920 Sao Paulo
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected].br
DENMARK
Dometic Denmark A/S
Nordensvej 15, Taulov
DK-7000 Fredericia
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]k
FINLAND
Dometic Finland OY
Mestarintie 4
FIN-01730 Vantaa
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
FRANCE
Dometic SAS
ZA du Pré de la Dame Jeanne
B.P. 5
F-60128 Plailly
[phone]
[phone]
Mail : [e-mail]
GERMANY
Dometic WAECO International GmbH
Hollefeldstraße 63
D-48282 Emsdetten
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
HONG KONG
Dometic Group Asia Pacific
Suites 2207-11 · 22/F · Tower 1
The Gateway · 25 Canton Road,
Tsim Sha Tsui · Kowloon
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
HUNGARY
Dometic Zrt. Sales Office
Kerékgyártó u. 5.
H-1147 Budapest
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
ITALY
Dometic Italy S.r.l.
Via Virgilio, 3
I-47122 Forlì (FC)
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
JAPAN
Dometic KK
Maekawa-Shibaura, Bldg. 2
2-13-9 Shibaura Minato-ku
Tokyo 108-0023
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]p
MEXICO
Dometic Mx, S. de R. L. de C. V.
Circuito Médicos No. 6 Local 1
Colonia Ciudad Satélite
CP 53100 Naucalpan de Juárez
Estado de México
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected].mx
NETHERLANDS
Dometic Benelux B.V.
Ecustraat 3
NL-4879 NP Etten-Leur
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]l
NEW ZEALAND
Dometic New Zealand Ltd.
PO Box 12011
Penrose
Auckland 1642
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
NORWAY
Dometic Norway AS
Østerøyveien 46
N-3232 Sandefjord
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
POLAND
Dometic Poland Sp. z o.o.
Ul. Puławska 435A
PL-02-801 Warszawa
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
PORTUGAL
Dometic Spain, S.L.
Branch Office em Portugal
Rot. de São Gonçalo nº 1 – Esc. 12
2775-399 Carcavelos
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
RUSSIA
Dometic RUS LLC
Komsomolskaya square 6-1
RU-107140 Moscow
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
SINGAPORE
Dometic Pte Ltd
18 Boon Lay Way 06–140 Trade Hub 21
Singapore 609966
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
SLOVAKIA
Dometic Slovakia s.r.o. Sales Office Bratislava
Nádražná 34/A
900 28 Ivanka pri Dunaji
/[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
SOUTH AFRICA
Dometic (Pty) Ltd.
Regional Office
South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa
Unit 6-7 on Mastiff Linbro Park
2008 Johannesburg
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
SPAIN
Dometic Spain S.L.
Avda. Sierra del Guadarrama, 16
E-28691 Villanueva de la Cañada
Madrid
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
SWEDEN
Dometic Scandinavia AB
Gustaf Melins gata 7
S-42131 Västra Frölunda
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
SWITZERLAND
Dometic Switzerland AG
Riedackerstrasse 7a
CH-8153 Rümlang
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Dometic Middle East FZCO
P. O. Box 17860
S-D 6, Jebel Ali Freezone
Dubai
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [email protected]
UNITED KINGDOM
Dometic UK Ltd.
Dometic House, The Brewery
Blandford St. Mary
Dorset DT11 9LS
[phone]
[phone]
Mail: [e-mail]
USA
Dometic RV Division
1120 North Main Street
Elkhart, IN 46515
[phone]
AUSTRALIA
Dometic Australia Pty. Ltd.
1 John Duncan Court · Varsity Lakes QLD 4227
1800 212121 · [phone]
Mail: [email protected]
dometic.com
4445102410 09/2017
PS180SolarController-O-NZ.book Seite 20 Montag, 2. Oktober 2017 10:00 10