Go Power GP-PC Series User manual

User Manual
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Contents
Product Overview .............................................................................
Operation Notes ................................................................................
Warnings & Safety Instructions ......................................................
Display Functions .............................................................................
Installation Instructions ...................................................................
Tech Data ...........................................................................................
Safety Features & SOA .....................................................................
Error Codes ........................................................................................
Warranty .............................................................................................
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Contenido
Descripción del Producto ...............................................................
Notas de Funcionamiento ...............................................................
Advertencias y Instrucciones de Seguridad .................................
Funciones de Visualación ...............................................................
Instrucciones de Instalación ..........................................................
Datos Técnicos ................................................................................
Características de Seguridad .........................................................
Códigos de Error .............................................................................
La Garantía .......................................................................................
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Présentation du Produit ..............................................................
Notes sur le Fonctionnement ......................................................
Avertissements et Consignes de Sécurité .................................
Fonctions d’Afchage .................................................................
Instructions d’Installation ...........................................................
Données Techniques ...................................................................
Caractéristiques de Sécurité .......................................................
Codes d’Erreur .............................................................................
La Garantie ...................................................................................
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Product Overview
Description
The charge controller protects the battery from being overcharged
by the solar energy as well as from being overused by the loads.
The charging characteristics include several stages which include
automatic adaptation to the ambient temperatures.
System Voltage
This product is intended for use at 12 V and 24 V system voltage.
Battery Type
The GP-PC is suitable for use with lead acid batteries (ooded,
GEL, or AGM type).
Low Voltage Disconnect Function
To prevent the battery against over-discharge this function
automatically switches off the load output at a battery voltage lower
than 11.0 V (12 V systems) or 22.0 V (24 V systems). As soon as
the battery reaches a voltage of 12.8 V (12 V systems) or 25.6 V
(24 V systems), the load output is switched on again.
Regulatory Information
Operation Notes
Warning: Indicates high voltage. Use caution when
performing task.
Caution: Indicates a critical procedure for safe operation.
Note: Indicates important information for safe and easy
installation and operation.

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Warnings & Safety Instructions
Please read the instructions and warnings in this manual before
beginning installation.
Please do not disassemble or attempt to repair Go Power! products.
Go Power! charge controllers do not contain user serviceable parts.
High Voltage Risks
Operation of this device may produce a high voltage which could
cause severe injuries or death in case of improper installation or
operation of this device.
Do not touch any electrical conductors to avoid electrical shock.
Never work on live (energized) electrical equipment.
When working around a battery, do not allow tools to bridge the
battery terminals or short circuit any part of the battery.
Use only tools that have insulated handles.
PV modules can generate high DC voltages!
Mains and Charging Current Risks
Make sure the cables are always connected to the correct terminal.
An electrical shock can be lethal.
It is important the battery receives a full charge at least weekly. If
not, the battery will get permanently damaged. The battery cannot
receive a full charge if the loads are too large for the system.

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Display Functions
The controller is equipped with 3 LEDs to display the operating
status.
In normal operation, the controller shows the charging status, the
battery SOC status and the load output status.
Charge Display
Controller connected to battery,
no sunlight over longer period
(Green LED on)
Charge LED
SOC LED
Load Status
LED
Controller connected to battery,
night detected
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Battery SOC Display
Low (Yellow LED on)
Load Status Display
Low/high voltage disconnect
(Red LED on)
When the battery voltage is indicated as low, it is recommended to
use the remaining energy economically.
The charge controller will subsequently turn off the load.
In case of deep discharge or overload/short circuit of load, the load
output is switched off. This is indicated by:
Battery voltage > 12V
12V >Battery voltage > 11.5V
11.5V >Battery voltage > 11V
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Installation Instructions
Before you Begin
The controller is intended for indoor use only.
Protect the controller from direct sunlight and place it in a dry
environment.
The controller and battery must be installed in the same room.
The controller warms up during operation; be sure it is installed on a
non-ammable surface.
Connect the Controller
Please verify that all the cable/wire connections are made properly
and well insulated so that no water or humidity can get in. This
avoids any bad or loose connections that would result in excessive
heating or further damage.
1. *Connect the battery to the charge controller; Positive
(+) & Negative (-).
2. Connect the solar modules to the charge controller;
Positive (+) & Negative (-).
3. Connect the load to the charge controller; Positive (+)
& Negative (-).
*Go Power! strongly recommends installing an inline fuse
as close to the battery terminal as possible.
See illustrated steps on opposite page.

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Tech Data
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Safety Features
Reverse polarity
Short circuit (2)
Overcurrent
Reverse current
Overvoltage
Undervoltage
Overtemperature
PV terminals
Protected
Protected
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Protected
Max. 30 V
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Battery terminals
Warning: Red LED on
Protected (3)
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Max. 30 V
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Safety Features
(1) Controller can protect itself, but any connected loads might be damaged.
(2) Short circuit: >4x - 6x nominal current
(3) Battery must be protected by a fuse, or it might be permanently damaged
in case of short circuit.
(4) >200% nominal current disconnect with 3s delay
ECO-N-T SOA (Safe Operating Area)
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Nominal PV current / %
Nominal load current / %
25 °C
45 °C
55 °C
60 °C
Protected:
50V 31V Switches o above 15.5/31V
a high level.
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Error Codes
Warning
The combination of multiple error conditions may cause damage to
the controller. Always remove the fault condition before you begin
connecting the controller!
Liability Exclusion
The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages caused by
use other than as intended and instructed in this manual. The
manufacturer shall not be liable if there has been service or repair
carried out by any unauthorized person, unusual use, wrong
installation, or bad system design.

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The Go Power! warranty is valid against defects in materials and
workmanship for the specic product warranty period. It is not valid
against defects resulting from, but not limited to:
• Misuse and/or abuse, neglect or accident
• Exceeding the unit’s design limits
• Improper installation, including, but not limited to, improper
environmental protection and improper hook-up
• Acts of God, including lightning, oods, earthquakes, re, and high
winds
• Damage in handling, including damage encountered during
shipment
A warranty shall be considered void if the warranted product is in
any way opened or altered. The warranty will be void if any
eyelet, rivets, or other fasteners used to seal the unit are removed
or altered, or if the unit’s serial number is in any way removed,
altered, replaced, defaced, or rendered illegible.
Warranty Return Procedure
Before contacting Go Power!’s customer service department,
please read the “frequently asked questions” section of our website
to troubleshoot the problem. If trouble persists:
1. Call your Go Power!™ Technical Support team (1-866-247-6527)
or
2. Return defective product to place of purchase schematics or
replacement parts for any of its electronic products.
Warranty Statement

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Unless approved by Go Power! management, all product shipped
collect to Go Power! will be refused. Test items or items that
are not under warranty, or units that are not defective, will be
charged a minimum bench charge of ($50.00 US) plus taxes and
shipping. A 15% restocking charge will be applied on goods
returned and accepted as “new” stock.
An RMA number (Return Materials Authorization number) from
Go Power! Customer Service is required prior to returning any
Go Power! Products. Go Power! reserves the right to refuse any
items sent to Go Power! without an associated RMA number. To
obtain an RMA number, please contact:
[email protected] or Telephone [phone] or
Fax [phone] worldwide – or Toll Free for US & Canada
1-866-247-6527.
Out of Warranty
Go Power! electronic products are non-repairable, Go Power! does
not perform repairs on its products nor does it contract out
those repairs to a third party. Go Power! does not supply
schematics or replacement parts for any of its electronic products.

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Descripción del Producto
Descripción
El controlador de carga protege la batería de la sobrecarga de
la energía solar, así como de ser abusado por las cargas. Las
características de carga incluyen varias etapas que incluyen una
adaptación automática a las temperaturas ambientes.
Tensión del Sistema
Este producto está diseñado para su uso en sistemas de tensiónes
12 V y 24 V.
Tipo de batería
El GP-PC es adecuado para su uso con baterías de plomo ácido
(de tipo ventilado, GEL o AGM).
Función de desconexión por bajo voltaje (LVD)
Para evitar la batería de cumplir, esta función, apaga
automáticamente la salida de carga de tensión cuando la tension
de la batería es inferior a 11,0 V (sistemas de 12 V) o 22,0 V
(sistemas de 24 V). En cuanto la batería alcanza un voltaje de
12,8 V (sistemas de 12 V) o 25,6 V (24 V), la salida de carga se
enciende de nuevo.
Información reglamentaria
Notas de Funcionamiento
Advertencia: Indica alta tensión. Tenga cuidado al realizar
tareas.
Precaución: Indica un procedimiento decisivo para una
operación segura.
Nota: Indica información importante para la seguridad y
facilidad de instalación y del funcionamiento del producto.

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Advertencias y Instrucciones de
Seguridad
Es importante que la batería recibe una carga completa al
menos una vez por semana. Si no es así, la batería tendrá
permanentemente dañado. La batería no puede recibir una carga
completa si las cargas son demasiado grandes para el sistema.
Por favor lea las instrucciones y advertencias de este manual
atentamente antes de comenzar cualquier instalación.
No desmonte o intente reparar los productos Go Power!. Los
controladores de carga Go Power! no contienen partes reutilizables.
Riesgo de Alto Voltaje
La utilización de este equipo puede producir un alto voltaje que
podría provocar lesiones graves o la muerte en caso de una mala
instalación o un uso inadecuado del aparato.
Nunca toque ningún conductor eléctrico para así evitar
descargas eléctricas.
No trabaje nunca con el dispositivo eléctrico encendido
(conectado).
En caso de trabajar cerca de la batería, no utilice herramientas
que puedan provocar un puente en la terminal de la batería o un
cortocircuito en cualquier parte de ella.
Use únicamente herramientas con mangos aislantes.
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El controlador dispone de 3 LEDs para visualizar el estado de
funcionamiento.
Cuando el funcionamiento es normal, el controlador muestra si la
batería se está cargando, el estado de carga SOC de la batería y la
salida de carga.
LED de carga
Alimentación y riesgos corrientes de carga
Asegúrese de que los cables están siempre conectados a los
bornes correctos.
Funciones de Visualación
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LED estado de carga SOC
Cuando la tensión de la batería se indica como baja, se recomienda
utilizar la energía restante económicamente.
El controlador de carga se apague la carga posteriormente.
LED de consumo
En el caso de descarga o sobrecarga/cortocircuito de la carga, la
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Instrucciones de Instalación
Antes de comenzar
El controlador está pensado únicamente para su uso en interiores.
Protéjalo de la luz directa del sol y colóquelo preferentemente en
un lugar seco.
El controlador y la batería deben instalarse en el mismo cuarto.
El controlador se calienta durante su funcionamiento y, por lo tanto,
ha de instalarse únicamente sobre una supercie no inamable.
Conectar el controlador
Por favor verique que todas las conexiones de los cables
están bien ancladas para que no entre agua ni humedad. La
existencia de cables sueltos o mal colocados podría provocar un
calentamiento excesivo o causar más daños.
1. *Conecte la batería al controlador de carga - polo
positive (+) y polo negative (-).
2. Conecte los módulos fotovoltaicos al controlador de
carga – polo positive (+) y polo negative (-).
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3. Conecte el consumo al controlador de carga – polo
positive (+) y polo negative (-).
* Go Power! recomienda encarecidamente conectar un
fusible directamente a la bacteria para evitar
cortocorcuitos en el cableado de la misma.
Mira instrucciones en el pagina seguiente.

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Datos Técnicos
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Características de Seguridad
(1) El controlador se protege a sí mismo pero se pueden dañar otros
consumos conectados.
(2) Cortocircuito: >4x – 6x corriente nominal.
(3) La batería se ha de proteger mediante un fusible, pudiéndose
sino dañar permanentemente en caso de cortocircuito.
(4) >200% corriente nominal: desconectar con un retardo de 3s.
Corriente nominal de carga/ %
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