Outback Power Systems MX60 user manual Charger Setup, Limit Absorb, Amps Volts, 60.0 14.4 13.6

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CHARGER SETUP

This screen allows changes to the MX60’s recharging voltage set points (Current Limit, Absorb, Float):

•The presently selected numerical value will have an asterisk “ * ” to the left of it.

•Pressing “ ” selects the value to be changed.

•You may need to re-enter the password to change these settings.

•The default charger output current limit setting is 60 amps and is adjustable up to 70 amps. At 70 amps, a 70A or 80A breaker must be used between the battery and the MX60.

•Change Absorb and Float set points using this screen if the battery manufacturer’s recommen- dations are different than the default values. Otherwise, see page 79 for suggested recharging voltage set points.

•If a battery remote temperature sensor (RTS) is used, its compensated voltage values can be viewed in the MISCELLANEOUS (Misc) screen under the Tmp Comp heading.

LIMIT

ABSORB

FLOAT

Amps

Volts

Volts

*60.0

14.4

13.6

EXIT

-

+

Please Note: If an RTS is used, set the ABSORB and FLOAT setting voltage based on a 25°C / 77°F setting. These are typically the manufacturer’s set points (always consult the battery manufacturer’s recommendations). If an RTS is not in use, please see the Non-Battery Temperature Compensated System values (page 85) and adjust the ABSORB/ FLOAT values accordingly.

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Contents MX60 PV Mppt Dear OutBack Customer Warranty SummaryJanuary 29, 2007 REV 7.0 Software REV 5.10 EN 61000-6-3 seeTable of Contents Battery Temperature Compensated Voltage SET Point MX60 PV Mppt Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge Controller ScopeIntroduction OutBack Power Systems Inc Personal Precautions Wire and Disconnect Sizing Open Circuit VOLTAGE/WIRE and Disconnect SizingCheck the PV array voltage before connecting it to the MX60 To 0 C 49 to 32 FField Wiring Connections and Surge Protection OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc KEY to the Example Diagrams Battery System VoltageOFF Screen this screen is initially blank at power up Powering UPExitenter Password150 Enter +Battery Voltage Screen OutBack12V Power Systems MX60Exit Enter Are you sure? 12 24 36 48 NOYesPV 005 Bat 12.5 Status Screen00.0 a Watts Aux OffPV 113 Bat 12.5 00.0 a Watts 0000 Aux Off KWHrs Sleeping PV 087 Bat 12.5 05.0 a 32.9 a Watts 0412 Aux Off KWHrs 00.0Mppt Charger Aux Light Misc Accessing the Main MenuLogging ExitLimit Absorb Charger SetupAmps Volts 60.0 14.4 13.6Terminals. OFF indicates changes to the next mode VDC AUX ModeManual OffAUX Mode Path OutBack Power Systems Inc Exit Next on OFF AUX Mode AUX ModeExit Next Vent FAN VoltsPV Trigger Off Exit Next Time Volt PV Volts140 Back + PV Trigger Exit Next Time Volt AUX ModeExit Next Time Volt Hold Time Sec 01.1 Back +Diversion Off AUX Mode Error Alarm Exit NextAbsorb-Float-EQ Relative Volts 00.0 00.2 BackExample of Diversion Hold Delay 01.0 Time SecondsDiversion Load and AUX Wiring Set-Up Illustrated Low Batt Disconnect TimerSec 001+ ReCon Exit Next Time Volt Disconnect VoltsRE-CONNECT Volts 14.4 Back + DisVRemote Off Logging Log2Press the Next soft key to view the Remote screen Backlight EQ-BATTERY EqualizeBacklight Control Always Exit Auto on OFF Charger Aux *Light EQ Misc Optimize Logging Log2Exit NEX -EQV +EQV Battery Equalize Battery EqualizeExit Next -HRS +HRS Back Auto Start StopCount Auto Mode000 Exit DAY +DAYMISC-MISCELLANEOUS GT State PWM% ChgT 255 07 50.0 005 Tmp Comp a14.4 f13.6Exit Next Wide Rstrt WIDE/LMIT Battery Temperature Compensated Limits 14.8 Back + DisV 13.2 Lower LimitDisV 14.8Force Float = fl oat cycle Force Bulk = bulk cycle Exit Next Wide Rstrt Force Exit Next Float BulkPCB Miscellaneous ScreenCFB AMP +AMPAdvanced Snooze Mode LowcutoffCharger Aux Light Misc *Advanced Logging Log2 Exit Advanced MenuMpp Range Limit %Voc min max Exit Next 1/2 90% Park Mpp 77 % Voc Exit Next -Voc +VocExit Next -MIN MAX+ Advanced Menu Sweep Interval MinutesVbatt Calibration 12.8v Exit Next -V +VMppt Mode Auto Sweep Exit Next nonGT Mode Low Cutoff AmpThis screen allows the user to choose one of these modes Exit Next MIN+ MAX+ Absorb Time Limits 000m 2hrExit Daily KWhours 00.0 Float time mins 0000 TotalKWh 0000 Data LoggingExit CLR +DAY -DAY Clear Back Totl DalyCharger Aux Light Misc Advanced Logging Log2 Clearing Totals and Daily StatsPressing Back brings back the Logging screen Operational mode Daily peak Battery voltageLOG2 PkBatV Voc HiVoc 012.2 070.2 076.9Auto Restart PkBatV Voc HiVoc 012.2 070.2 Mppt Sunrise Exit Next0000 float Tmin HighWatts Lo 13.2 Hi DCkWh Secondary LOG2 ScreenThis value is the peak daily Watts seen by the MX60 MICRO-HYDRO and Fuel Cell Systems Performance Optimization MICRO-HYDRO, Wind TURBINE, and Fuel Cell ApplicationsOutBack Power Systems Inc Advanced Menu Micro-Hydro Advanced Menu Park Mpp 77 % VOC Exit Next -Voc +Voc PV 087 Bat 12.0 05.0 a 35.8A Watts This page Intentionally Left Blank Application Notes Calling the Factory for Assistance Specifications Warranty Dimensions WeightVoltage step down capability Amps Volts 60.0 14.4 13.6 Limit Absorb Float60.00 24V and 48V Battery System Efficiency Curve MX60 Efficiency vs. Input Power GraphUnderstanding the Various Operational Modes OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc MATE-DISPLAYED MX60 Status Mode Screens MATE-DISPLAYED MX60 Status Meter Screens MATE-DISPLAYED MX60 Status Setpt Setpoint Screens Troubleshooting Guide OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc Typical Array Sizing Guide Standard version Standard vs. Australian Default Settings% Voltage Drop 12, 24 or 48 Volt Battery System Volt PV Array 80V MPP Typical Wire and Disconnect Sizing MX60 MULTI-STAGE Battery Charging OutBack Power Systems Inc Battery Temperature Compensated Volatge SET Point Average = 95˚ F / 35˚ CAverage = 86˚ F / 30˚ C Suggested Battery Charger SET Points TWO Year Limited Warranty Information OutBack Power Systems Inc EU Declaration of Conformity OWNER’S System Information Product Registration Inverter/ChargersProducts Covered Serial Number REV B

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