Rich Solar RS-PWM30RV User manual

Solar Charge and
Discharge Controller
User Manual
Flush Mount Solar Charger
RS-PWM30RV
4066 Mission Blvd, Montclair, CA 91763 United States
www.richsolar.com
[e-mail]
1-800-831-9889

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................................01
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
7.
INSTALLATION AND WIRING
3.
2. APPEARANCE
4.
6.
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.............................................................................................................................................08
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5.
LCD DISPLAY
PROTECTION
TROUBLESHOOTING
DIMENSIONS
8. ...............................................................................................................................................11
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions
Read all the instructions and warnings carefully before installation.
No user serviceable component inside controller. DO NOT disassemble or
attempt to repair the controller.
Avoid direct sunlight, high temperatures and DO NOT install the controller at
locations where water can get in.
Install the controller at well ventilated places, the controller’s heat sink will be
very hot during operation.
Installing appropriate external fuses/breakers is suggested.
Please make sure to switch off all connections of the PV array and the
fuse/breakers which close to the battery before the controller installation and
adjustment.
Power connections must remain tight to avoid excessive heating from the
loose connection.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
This manual contains all instructions of safety, installation and operation of RS-
PWM30RV controller (“the controller” is referred in this manual).
DISCLAIMER
9. ............................................................................................................................................12

2. APPEARANCE
-2.2 Accessories (Optional)
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
⑨
⑩
Battery terminals
PV terminals
Remote temperature sensor port
RS485 communication port
Remote battery voltage sensor port
Controller case
Mounting hole sizeφ4.5mm
SET button
LCD
MENU button
No. No. Item
Item
02
Features:
The appearance design derives from the concept of solar annular light wave, endues the controller with artistic sense
Flush mount and embedded installation design
High quality and low failure rate components (ST/IR) to ensure the product life
3-Stage intelligent PWM charging: Bulk, Boost/Equalize, Float
Compatible with lead-acid and lithium batteries
Real-time energy statistics function
Battery temperature compensation function
Digital LCD monitor for informative display of operational parameters and fault messages
Remote voltage and temperature interface design, to collect the accurate battery voltage and temperature
RS485 communication port with Modbus protocol, and short circuit protection for 5V/200mA power supply
Multiple peripherals: PC software, APP, Cloud platform software, etc
Rated charging current at working temperature without de-rating
Extensive electronic protections
Monitor and set the parameters via PC software or APP
1/ OVERVIEW
1. OVERVIEW
01
The RS-PWM30RV is a negative-ground, flush mount solar charge controller, designed for an aesthetically clean and integrated look
on RV and Vessel, also included surface mount cover to suit personal preference. The RS-PWM30RV adopts highly efficient PWM
charging mode, also comes equipped with special LCD display to show the real-time operating status of system. This charge
controller is fully controlled automatically, which provide simple usage pattern to users.
The Lead-acid battery of User and Lithium battery can be set via the PC software.
2/ APPEARANCE
⑵
⑴
(1) The controller will charge the battery at 25℃ as default and no temperature compensation, when the temperature sensor is
damaged.
(2) The port can detect accurate battery voltage. One end of the 2P wire connect the 5.08-2P terminal to insert ⑩ port, the other
end connect the battery, and make sure the “+” and “-” poles are connected correctly.
-2.1 Accessories (Included)
Temperature Sensor
( Model: RT-MF58R47K3.81A ) 5.08-2P terminal
1) Remote Temperature Sensor (Model: RTS300R47K3.81A)
Acquisition of battery temperature for undertaking temperature compensation of control parameters, the
standard length of the cable is 3m (length can be customized). The RTS300R47K3.81A connects to the port ⑧
on the controller.
NOTE: The temperature sensor short-circuited or damaged, the controller will be charged or discharged at the
default temperature 25 ℃.
①
USB to RS485 converter is used to monitor each controller using Solar Station PC software. The length of
cable is 1.5m. The CC-USB-RS485-150U connects to the RS485 Port on the controller.
2) USB to RS485 communication cable (Model: CC-USB-RS485-150U)
①⑤ ④ ②③
COM PV+ PV- BAT+ BAT-
BATT.
Remote
Temp.
Sensor
⑨⑧⑦ ⑥
⑩
MENU
BET
After the controller is connected with the eBox-WIFI-01 through the standard Ethernet cable (parallel
cable), the operating status and related parameters of the controller can be monitored by the mobile
APP software through WIFI signals.
3) RS485 TO WIFI Converter (Model: eBox-WIFI-01)
①
30A PWM

3. INSTALLATION AND WIRING
0403
After the controller is connected with the eBox-BLE-01 through the standard Ethernet cable (parallel
cable), the operating status and related parameters of the controller can be monitored by the mobile
APP software through Bluetooth signals.
4) RS485 TO BLE Converter (Model: eBox-BLE-01)
After the controller is connected with the eLOG-01 through the RS485 communication cable, it can
record the operating data of the controller or monitor the real-time operating status of the controller
via PC software.
5) Logger (Model: eLOG01)
-3.1 Install the controller
3 / INSTALLATION AND WIRING
1) Determine the Installation Location and Heat-dissipation Space
Determination of installation location: The controller shall be installed in a place with sufficient air flow through the radiators of
the controller and a minimum clearance of 150 mm from the upper and lower edges of the controller to ensure natural thermal
convection.
2) Determine the size of Installation Location (158*96mm)
3) Cut out the section (158*96mm)
4) Mark holes and drill holes φ 3.5mm*4
5) Secure the controller
6) Install the control case
96
158
Install the panel
158*96mm
Drill the holes
4*φ3.5mm
Install the controller Turn the screw
MENU
BET
MENU
BET
Install the controller case
MENU
BET
MENU
BET
150mm
150mm
3. INSTALLATION AND WIRING

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3. INSTALLATION AND WIRING
-3.2 Wiring
CAUTION: A fuse which current is 1.25 to 2 times the rated current of the controller must be installed on the battery side with
a distance from the battery not greater than 150 mm.
Step 1: connect the battery ①
CAUTION: While wiring the controller do not turn on the breaker or fuse and make sure that the leads of "+" and "-" poles are
connected correctly.
Step 2: Connect the PV ②
CAUTION: If the controller is used in ungoverned or frequent lightning area, must install a reasonable arrester in the PV array
input side.
Step3: Connect the Remote temperature sensor cable ③
NOTE: The controller will charge or discharge the battery at 25℃ as default and no temperature compensation, when the
temperature sensor is damaged.
CAUTION: Make sure that the battery voltage sensor cable of "+" and "-" poles are connected correctly when wiring.
Step4: Connect the Remote battery voltage sensor ④
Refer to the chaper 4 "Remote set battery type".
Step5: Connect the PC via the RS485 communication port ⑤
4. LCD DISPLAY
4 / LCD DISPLAY
1) Automatic cycle interface
Display: PV voltage/PV current/PV power/Battery voltage/Battery temperature
2) Clear the generated energy
Step 1: Press the “SET” button and hold 5s under the PV power interface and the value is flashing.
Operation:
Step 2: Press the “SET” button to clear the generated energy.
Press the “SET” button and hold 5s under the battery temperature interface.
3) Switch the battery temperature unit
4) Battery type
★ Battery type
1Lead-acid battery
2Lithium battery ⑴
Sealed
Gel
Flooded
User ⑴
LiFePO4(4S/12V; 8S/24V)
Li(NiCoMn)O (3S/12V; 6S/24V)
User
PC
BATTERY
Fuse
+ -
Remote temperature sensor ①
⑤
④
②
③
Remote
battery
voltage
sensor
2P Breaker
-
+
PV
16 9
1 8
PV
V
16 9
1 8
PV A
16 9
1 8
PV k
Wh
16 9
1 8
PV
℃
BATT.
16 9
1 8
PV
BATT. V
16 9
1 8
PV k
Wh
16 9
1 8
PV k
Wh
16 9
1 8
PV
16 9
1 8
℉
℃BATT.
2

4. LCD DISPLAY
08
07
★ Set battery type by LCD
Operation:
Step1: Press the “SET” button and hold 5s under the battery voltage interface.
Step2: Press the “MENU” button when the battery type interface is flashing.
Step3: Press the “SET” button to confirm the battery type.
★ Set battery type by PC
⑴
⑴
Download software
https://www.richsolar.com/pages/downloads——PC Software for the Solar Charge Controller
(1) Only setting the battery type of Sealed, Gel and Flooded via the LCD, the Lead-acid battery of User and Lithium battery can be set via the
PC software.
5) System status icon
Solid
Icon Phenomenon Instruction
Energy bars is Flashing
Solid
Flashing
Flashing
System is normal but no charging
Charging
Full
Battery overvoltage
Battery under voltage
5. PROTECTION 6. TROUBLESHOOTING
When the charging current of the PV array exceeds the controller’s rated current, it
will be charge at the rated current.
5 / PROTECTION
Protection Instruction
PV Over current
When the voltage of PV will exceed 50V, the controller will stop charging and
restart to charge when the PV voltage is below 45V
PV Over voltage
When the PV voltage is below 50V and short circuit, the controller will stop
charging; the controller restart to charge when the fault is cleared, it don’t
damaged the controller.
PV short circuit
When the polarity of the PV array is reversed, the controller may not be damaged
and can continue to operate normally after the polarity is corrected.
PV Reverse Polarity
Prevents the battery from discharging to the PV module at night.
Night Reverse Charging
Fully protected against battery reverse polarity; no damage will occur to the
battery. Correct the miswire to resume normal operation.
Battery Reverse Polarity
When the battery voltage reaches the over voltage disconnect voltage, it will
automatically stop battery charging to prevent battery damage caused by over-
charging.
Battery Over Voltage
The controller can detect the battery temperature through an external temperature
sensor. The controller stops working when its temperature exceeds 65 °C and
restart to work when its temperature is below 55 °C.
Battery Overheating
The controller is able to detect the temperature inside the battery. The controller
stops working when its temperature exceeds 85 °C and restart to work when its
temperature is below 75 °C.
Controller Overheating
The internal circuitry of the controller is designed with Transient Voltage
Suppressors (TVS) which can only protect against high-voltage surge pulses with
less energy. If the controller is to be used in an area with frequent lightning
strikes, it is recommended to install an external surge arrester.
TVS High Voltage Transients
6 / TROUBLESHOOTING
PV array disconnection
Faults Possible reasons
Min.8V can start up the controller.
LCD is no display
Battery over voltage
Flashing
Battery under Voltage
Troubleshooting
Confirm that PV wire connections are
correct and tight
Measure battery voltage with multi-meter.
Min.8V can start up the controller.
Disconnect the solar array and measure
the battery voltage whether is too high;
Waiting for charging the battery
The PV of LCD display 0 when
the sunshine falls on PV
modules properly
Flashing
MENU
BET
30A PWM
PC
16 9
1 8
BATT.
16 9
1 8
A
16 9
1 8
k
Wh
TYPE BATT. TYPE BATT. TYPE
Sealed Gel Flooded

7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
7 / TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item RS-PWM30RV
Nominal system voltage
Battery input voltage range
Rated charge current
Max. PV open circuit voltage
Battery Type
Self-consumption
Temperature compensate coefficient
Charge Circuit Voltage Drop
12/24VDC or Auto
8V～32V
30A
50V
Lead-acid battery: Sealed(default)/Gel/Flooded/User
≤4.2mA/12V; ≤2.6mA/24V
-3mV/℃/2V(Default)
0.21V
Lithium battery: LiFePO4/Li-NiCoMn/User
The system voltage cannot be recognized by using the Lithium battery.
User of the Lead-acid battery and Lithium battery can be set via the PC software. The default Lithium battery parameters are only
recommended. User should set the parameters according to the lithium battery datasheet again. Refer to the table 1 and table 2.
The temperature compensate coefficient is “0” by using the Lithium battery.
Environmental Parameters
Storage temperature range -35℃～+70℃
Working environment temperature
Relative humidity
Enclosure
Grounding
-35℃～+55℃ (100% input and output)
≤95%, N.C.
Ip30
Common negative
Mechanical Parameters
Dimension 178.5×105.5×48.3mm
Mounting dimension
Mounting hole size
Recommended cable
Terminal
166.5×93.5mm
Φ5mm
16mm2/6AWG
10mm2/8AWG
Weight 0.31kg
Lead-acid Battery Voltage Parameters
Parameters are in 12V system at 25℃, ×2 in 24V.
7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item User
Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage
Charging Limit Voltage
FloodedGelSealed
(1) When the battery type is sealed, gel, flooded, the adjusting range of equalize duration is 0 to 180min and boost duration is
10 to 180min.
(2) User should follow the rules as below when modifying the parameters value in user battery type (factory default value is the
same as sealed type):
a. Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage > Charging Limit Voltage ≥ Equalize Charging Voltage ≥ Boost Charging Voltage ≥ Float
Charging Voltage > Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage.
b. Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage > Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage
c. Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage > Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage ≥ Discharging Limit Voltage.
d. Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage > Under Voltage Warning Voltage ≥ Discharging Limit Voltage.
e. Boost Reconnect Charging voltage > Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage.
Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage
Equalize Charging Voltage
Boost Charging Voltage
Float Charging Voltage
Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage
Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage
Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage
Under Volt. Warning Volt.
Low Volt. Disconnect Volt.
Discharging Limit Voltage
Equalize Duration
Boost Duration
16.0 V
15.0 V
15.0 V
14.6 V
14.4 V
13.8 V
13.2 V
12.6 V
12.2 V
12.0 V
11.1 V
10.6 V
120 min.
120 min.
16.0 V
15.0 V
15.0 V
14.2 V
13.8 V
13.2 V
12.6 V
12.2 V
12.0 V
11.1 V
10.6 V
120 min.
——
——
16.0 V
15.0 V
15.0 V
14.8 V
14.6 V
13.8 V
13.2 V
12.6 V
12.2 V
12.0 V
11.1 V
10.6 V
120 min.
120 min.
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
0～180 min.
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
10～180 min.
10
09
Table1
①
②
③
②
①
③

The above voltage parameters is default, we suggest user to check the actual parameters of lithium battery if necessary.
Temperature compensate coefficient is 0 for lithium batteries.
The above parameters should multiply by 2 for 8S LiFePO4 and 6s Li-NiCoMn.
9. DIMENSIONS
9 / DIMENSIONS
12
11
8/ DISCLAIMER
This warranty does not apply under the following conditions:
Damage from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment.
PV or load current, voltage or power exceeding the rated value of the controller.
The controller is working temperature exceeds the range of working temperature.
User disassemble and attempt to repair the controller without permission.
The controller is damaged due to natural causes such as lightning.
The controller is damaged during transportation and shipment.
8. DISCLAIMER
Lithium Battery Voltage Parameters
Item User
Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage
Charging Limit Voltage
Li-NiCoMn(3s)LiFePO4(4s)
Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage
Boost Charging Voltage
Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage
Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage
Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage
Under Volt. Warning Volt.
Low Volt. Disconnect Volt.
Discharging Limit Voltage
15.6 V
14.6 V
14.7 V
13.2 V
12.8 V
12.8 V
12.0 V
11.1 V
10.6 V
13.5 V
12.6 V
12.7 V
12.5 V
12.1 V
10.5 V
12.2 V
10.5 V
9.3 V
9.3 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
9～17 V
14.5 V
Table 2
①
②
③
NOTE:
MENU
BET
MENU
BET
(48.3)
25
6.5
5
182
109
178.5
166.5
105.5 93.5
φ3.5
158
96
R2