Victron energy Bluesolar-5 User manual

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Features
Load output with low battery voltage disconnect function.
Lighting control function, one timer only.
Two digit display for parameter setting.
Three stage charging (Bulk, Absorption, Float)
Over load and short circuit protected.
Reverse polarity protected.
Day / Night timing functions.
Feature
Rated Charge Current
Battery Voltage
Auto Load Disconnect
Max Solar Voltage
Self Consumption 10mA
Load OutputManual control + Low voltage disconnect
Protection Battery reverse polarity (fuse)
Output Short circuit
Over Temp
Overload Protection
Shut down after 60sec with load at 130%
Shut down after 5sec with load 160%
Short circuit immediate shutdown
Grounding Common Positive
Operating Temperature
‐20 to 50⁰C
Humidity Max 95%RH
Battery
Charge Voltage "Absorption"
14.2 / 28.4V
Charge Voltage "Float" 13.8 / 27.6V
Low Voltage Load Disconnect
11.2 / 22.4V
Low Voltage Load Reconnect
12.6 / 25.2V (manual)
13.1 / 26.2V (automatic)
Enclosure
Protection Class IP20
Terminal Size
5mm²
Weight 0.15kg
Dimensions (HxWxD)mm70 x 133 x 33.5
Bluesolar-5, Bluesolar-10
12/24V with auto system voltage detection
Yes
10A
5A
Bluesolar-10
Bluesolar-5
28V / 55V(1)

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BlueSolar Charge controller
12/24V-10A with timer

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Installation and Operation Manual
Specification Summary
Nominal system voltage: 12 / 24VDC*
Maximum PV input voltage: 50V
Nominal charge / discharge current 10A
* The controller will recognize the system rated voltage when start up. If the battery
voltage is lower than 18V, it will recognize the system as 12V. If the battery voltage is
greater than 18V, it will recognize the system as 24V.

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Contents
1 Important Safety Information...................................................... 5
2 General Information.................................................................... 6
2.1 Product Overview .................................................................... 6
2.2 Product Features ..................................................................... 7
3 Installation Instructions............................................................... 9
3.1 General Installation Notes....................................................... 9
3.2 Mounting.................................................................................. 9
3.3 Wiring..................................................................................... 11
4 Operation .................................................................................. 15
4.1 PWM Technology .................................................................. 15
4.2 Battery Charging Information ................................................ 15
4.3 LED Indicators ....................................................................... 16
4.4 Operation and settings .......................................................... 18
4.5 Setting the timers................................................................... 19
5 Protections, Troubleshooting and Maintenance...................... 22
5.1 Protection............................................................................... 22
5.2 Troubleshooting..................................................................... 23
5.3 Maintenance .......................................................................... 24
6 Technical Specifications........................................................... 25
Appendix A: Dimensions ............................................................. 29

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Appendix
1. Important Safety Information
This manual contains important safety, installation and operating instructions.
The following symbols are used throughout this manual to indicate potentially
dangerous conditions or mark important safety instructions, please take care when
meeting these symbols.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme
caution when performing this task.
CAUTION: Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation
of the controller.
NOTE: Indicates a procedure or function that is important for the safe
and proper operation of the controller.
General Safety Information
Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning
installation.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the controller. Do not disassemble or
attempt to repair it.
Install external fuses/breakers as required.
Disconnect the solar module and fuse/breakers near to battery before installing or
adjusting the controller.
Do not allow water to enter the controller.
Confirm that power connections are tightened to avoid excessive heating from
loose connection.

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2. General Information
2.1 Product Overview
12/24V automatic recognition
Efficient Series PWM charging, increases battery lifetime and improves solar
system performance.
Uses MOSFET as electronic switch, without any mechanical switch
Automatic day/night recognition.
Digital LED menu.
Intelligent timer function with 1-15 hours option.
Unique dual timer function, enhances the flexibility of street light system.
Gel, Sealed and Flooded battery type option.
Temperature compensated charging and discharging.
Electronic protection: overheating, over charging, over discharging, overload, and
short circuit.
Reverse current protection.
The controller is for off-grid solar systems, especially solar light systems, and protects the
battery from being over charged by the solar module and over discharged by the loads. The
charging process has been optimized for long battery life and improved system
performance. The comprehensive self-diagnostics and electronic protection functions can
prevent damage from installation mistakes or system faults.
Though the controller is easy to operate and use, please take your time to read this manual
and become familiar with it. This will help you make full use of all the functions and improve
your solar PV system.

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2.2 Product Features
Figure 2-1 Features
1 –Temperature Sensor
Measures ambient temperature. Used for temperature compensated charging and
discharging.
2 –Charging status LED indicator
A LED indicator that shows charging status and also indicates when a solar input fault
condition exists
3 –Battery status LED indicator
A LED indicator that shows battery status
4 –Battery type setting indicator
The indicator will be on when the battery type is selected.
5 –Timer 2 setting indicator
The indicator will be on when setting timer 2.
6 –Timer 1 setting indicator
The indicator will be on when setting timer 1.
7 –LED digital display
Displays the load mode and status
8 –Setting button (in manual mode used for load ON/OFF)
To set load mode and to select battery type.