Outback Power Systems 80 user manual Backlight, EQ-Battery Equalize, Exit + Mode

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10. Backlight

					On
BACKLIGHT CONTROL					Off
Auto Time 2 Minutes					Off
Auto Time 2 Minutes
		Auto			Auto
		Auto			Auto
EXIT	-	+ MODE
EXIT	-	+ MODE

Charger Aux GLight

EQ Misc Optimize

Logging Stats

EXIT F G GO

Auto (default) leaves backlight and soft keys on for up to nine minutes whenever any soft key is pressed (pressing any soft key when the LCD is not lighted does not change any settings). Minutes are adjustable using the <->and < + > soft keys.

On or Off states are also available.

Press the <EXIT> soft key twice to return to the MAIN Menu screen

Press the <> soft key to move the “ G“ to the EQ option. When the G is to the left of EQ, press the <GO> soft key.

11. EQ—Battery Equalize

The intent of an equalization charge is to bring all battery cells to an equal voltage. Sealed batteries should not be equalized unless specifically instructed by the manufacturer. Shut off or minimize all loads on the battery. When equalizing, be sure the EQ voltage will not damage any still energized DC load. If possible, ensure the EQ cycle starts and stops the same day it is initiated or unnecessary battery gassing will occur.

•Occasional equalization extends the life of flooded electrolyte batteries.

•Proceed with caution! A vent fan is recommended in enclosed spaces.

•The FLEXmax 80 allows the user to set voltages and times of equalization process.

•Both manual and auto modes are available.

•EQ voltage is not battery temperature compensated.

•Always check the electrolyte level in the batteries before and after equalizing.

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Contents User’s Guide Dear OutBack Customer Warranty SummaryDisclaimer About OutBack Power SystemsDate and Revision Contact InformationTable of Contents Product Registration and Optional Extended Warranty Scope FLEXmax 80 Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge ControllerIntroduction FirmwareStandards and Requirements Personal Precautions During Installation Outback Power Systems FLEXmax DC Enclosure FLEXmax Bushing Locknut Conduit Nipple Installing the FLEXmax 80 FLEXware DC EnclosuresMounting to Plywood Open Circuit Voltage/Wire and Disconnect Size Determining Wire SizesWire and Disconnect Sizing FLEXmax 80 wiring compartment FLEXmax 80 Wiring ConnectionsPage Page Page Soft keys How to Read the FLEXmax 80 Screen DiagramsOutBack12V Power Systems FLEXmax Powering UpPower Up Screen Select Version Elija la Version Password ContrasenaUSA Next Enter Entra SEL 150Enter USA NoyesSytem Voltage AUX OFF Status ScreenEnd of Day Summary Screen Recharging Using the PV ArrayExit F G GO Accessing the Main MenuCharger Aux Light EQ Misc Advanced Logging Stats Current Limit Charger Set-Up80.0A Absorbing 14.4V Float 13.8VAUX Mode AUX Mode and Its FunctionsExit Next SET Mode Night Light Output OffPressing the Next soft key scrolls through the AUX functions AUX Mode Menu PathAUX modes in order of appearance on the FLEXmax 80 display Off Programming the AUX ModesVent Fan Exitvolt Vent FAN VoltsExit Next SET Exit VoltPV Trigger Output Off Fan screenPV Trigger Output OnExit Time Volt PV Volts Exit Time VoltPV Trigger Output On Press the Next soft key to view the Error Output screenHold Time Sec 01.1 Back + Exitvolt AUX Mode Error Output Error Output 01 hrsExitvolt Error LOW Batt Volts Back + OFF Exit Next SET Mode AUX ModeExit Hyst Time Volt Night Light On Time Hours Back + Night Light Off Hysteresis Time Minutes Back +Night Light Threshold Voltage 010 Back + Press the Volt soft keyFloat Output Off Output Off AutoDiversion Relay Output Off Press the Next soft key ro view the AUX Float screenBack DLY+ AUX Mode Hold Delay 01.0 Time SecondsDiversion Relay Absorb--Float--EQ Relative VoltsDiversion Solid St Output On Exit Time Volt AUX ModeExample of Diversion Press the Exit soft keyDiversion Load and AUX Wiring Set-Up Illustrated Low Batt Disconnect Delay Time Sec Timer Back +Press the Time and Volt soft keys to adjust the set points RE-CONNECT Volts Exit Time Volt Disconnect VoltsBack Charger GAux Light Misc Remote Output OffLogging Stats Exit soft key twice to return to the Main Menu Off screenExit + Mode EQ-Battery EqualizeBacklight Charger Aux GLight EQ Misc Optimize Logging StatsExit Next -EQV +EQV Battery Equalize Battery EqualizeExit Next -HRS +HRS Battery Equalize Back Auto Start Stop000 CountExit DAY +DAY Exit Next -EQV +EQVGT State PWM% ChgT 255 07 50.0 MISC-MiscellaneousExit Next Press Next to Continue to the Force Bulk/Float ScreenForce PWM%Exit Next Float Bulk PCBAdvanced Snooze Mode .6 ampCharger Aux Light Misc GAdvanced Logging Stats Exit Advanced MenuMppt Mode Auto Track Exit Next nonGT Mode Wakeup Mode 1.5V 05m Exit Next +VOC +MinThis screen allows the user to choose one of these modes Press the Next soft key to view the Park Mpp screenExit Next -% +% Advanced Menu Park Mpp 77 % VocMpp Range Limit %Voc Min Max Exit Next 1/2 90% Park Mpp Watts 77 % VocExit Next + Charging-Related ScreensAdvanced Menu Absorb Time Limits Hours 12.6 00 aRTS Compensation 14.1 Vbatt Calibration 14.1Exit Next Wide Advanced Menu Exit Next Limit SET RTS CompensationMode Exit Next Mode Mode Exit Next Mode Advanced MenuRTS Compensation 14.4 V F Exit Next Limit SETAux Polarity Exit Next Mode Advanced MenuReset to Defaults? Yesno Advanced Menu Are you sure? Reset to DefaultsCharger GLogging StatsClear LOG Back Totl Daily LoggingToday 0000Ah 00.0 KWH 011Vp 00.0Ap 00kWp MAX MIN FLTStats Secondary Stats screen Micro-Hydro and Fuel Cell Applications Warranty its use in these applicationsTo adjust the Lower Mpp Range Limit Mppt Mode Auto TrackAdvanced Menu Micro-Hydro and Fuel Cell Applications Park Mpp WattsAbbreviated Menu Map Application Notes OutBack Power System GTFX/GVFX Grid-tie settingsGrid-tie applications non-OutBack inverter/chargers Positive grounded systems24V Battery System Efficiency Curve 12V Battery System Efficiency CurveUnderstanding the Various Operational Modes Page Page Aux relay state indicates if the AUX is on or OFF MATE-Displayed FLEXmax 80 Screens Status Mode ScreensPress Setp to view Setpoint screens MATE-Displayed FLEXmax 80 Status Meter ScreensFLEXmax Meter Screens CC Setpoint Screens MATE-Displayed FLEXmax 80 Status Setpt SET Point ScreenMATE-Displayed FLEXmax 80 Advanced Screens FLEXmax 80 Advanced Menu FLEXmax 80 AUX Screens FLEXmax 80 EQ ScreensFLEXmax 80 Displayed Screens FLEXmax 80 Stats ScreensAbbreviated Exit Next + Advanced Menu FLEXmax 80 does not boot/power-up blank LCD Troubleshooting GuideFLEXmax 80 not producing expected power FLEXmax 80 is always SleepingFLEXmax 80 is not equalizing FLEXmax 80 Battery Temperature Compensated VoltageFLEXmax 80 is beeping To enable/open the FLEXmax Select Version screensFLEXmax 80 Internal Fan Typical Array Sizing Guide Standard vs. Australian Default Settings 12V PV Array 16v Vmp Wire Distance Chart24V PV Array 32v Vmp 36V PV Array 48v Vmp72V PV Array 96v Vmp 48V PV Array 64v Vmp60V PV Array 80v Vmp Battery Side of the Controller Wire and Disconnect SizingPV Side of the Controller NEC ComplianceMaximum recommended battery conductor is #2** AWG Wiring CompartmentRecommended Conductor and Breaker Sizes for the FLEXmax Output Rating less than 64 ampsFLEXmax 80 MULTI-STAGE Battery Charging Page Battery temperature compensation with other slopes Non-Battery Temperature Compensated SystemBattery Temperature Compensated System Battery Voltage and State of Charge Suggested Battery Charger SET PointsCalling the Factory for Assistance SpecificationsFLEXmax Products Five Year Limited Warranty InformationRevision.2007-10-02 Outback Power Systems Inc 19009 62nd Ave. NE Limited Warranty RegistrationEU Declaration of Conformity OWNER’S System Information Phone +1 BARCELONA, España Phone +34.93.654.9568