Outback Power Systems MX60 user manual Troubleshooting Guide

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

MX60 does not boot/power-up (blank LCD)

• Check the battery connection and polarity.

Reverse polarity or an improper connection will cause power-up issues.

• Check the battery breaker.

Ensure that the battery breaker is sized appropriately.

•A battery voltage below 10.5 VDC may not power up the MX60 (measure the battery-side of Four- Position Terminal Block).

•If the MX60 still does not power up, call the factory for additional support.

MX60 is always SLEEPING

•If the battery voltage is at or above the ABSORB voltage set point (compensated ABSORB voltage), the MX60 will not wake up.

•The PV voltage has to be at least two volts greater than the battery voltage for the initial wakeup.

•Check the PV array breaker (or fuse).

•Confi rm the PV array breaker (or fuse) is sized appropriately.

•Which State (in MISC Menu) is it at? Is it transitioning between 00 and 01? Is it in GT mode and connected to a MATE?

GT mode is only applicable with a HUB 4 or HUB 10 installations with a grid-tie compatible MATE.

•Does the PV array voltage on the display rise with the PV breaker OFF, but reads 000 with the PV breaker on?

If so, the PV array polarity connection on the MX60 maybe reversed or the PV lines could be shorted.

•Does the PV voltage still read 000 with the PV breaker off after a minute?

Call the factory for support.

• Have you checked the short circuit current of the PV array?

Use a multi-meter to determine if a short circuit current is detected. The short circuit current test will not harm the array.

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Contents MX60 PV Mppt Warranty Summary Dear OutBack CustomerEN 61000-6-3 see January 29, 2007 REV 7.0 Software REV 5.10Table of Contents Battery Temperature Compensated Voltage SET Point Introduction MX60 PV Mppt Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge ControllerScope OutBack Power Systems Inc Personal Precautions Check the PV array voltage before connecting it to the MX60 Open Circuit VOLTAGE/WIRE and Disconnect SizingWire and Disconnect Sizing To 0 C 49 to 32 FField Wiring Connections and Surge Protection OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack Power Systems Inc Battery System Voltage KEY to the Example DiagramsPowering UP OFF Screen this screen is initially blank at power up150 PasswordExitenter Enter +Exit Enter OutBack12V Power Systems MX60Battery Voltage Screen Are you sure? 12 24 36 48 NOYes00.0 a Status ScreenPV 005 Bat 12.5 Watts Aux OffMppt PV 113 Bat 12.5 00.0 a Watts 0000 Aux Off KWHrs SleepingPV 087 Bat 12.5 05.0 a 32.9 a Watts 0412 Aux Off KWHrs 00.0 Logging Accessing the Main MenuCharger Aux Light Misc ExitAmps Volts Charger SetupLimit Absorb 60.0 14.4 13.6Manual AUX ModeTerminals. OFF indicates changes to the next mode VDC OffAUX Mode Path OutBack Power Systems Inc Exit Next AUX ModeExit Next on OFF AUX Mode Vent FAN Volts140 Back + PV Trigger OffExit Next Time Volt PV Volts Exit Next Time Volt Exit Next Time Volt AUX ModePV Trigger Hold Time Sec 01.1 Back +Absorb-Float-EQ Relative Volts 00.0 00.2 AUX Mode Error Alarm Exit NextDiversion Off BackHold Delay 01.0 Time Seconds Example of DiversionDiversion Load and AUX Wiring Set-Up Illustrated Sec TimerLow Batt Disconnect 001RE-CONNECT Volts Exit Next Time Volt Disconnect Volts+ ReCon 14.4 Back + DisVPress the Next soft key to view the Remote screen Remote OffLogging Log2 Backlight Control Always Exit Auto on OFF EQ-BATTERY EqualizeBacklight Charger Aux *Light EQ Misc Optimize Logging Log2Exit Next -HRS +HRS Battery EqualizeExit NEX -EQV +EQV Battery Equalize Back Auto Start Stop000 Auto ModeCount Exit DAY +DAYExit Next Wide Rstrt MISC-MISCELLANEOUSGT State PWM% ChgT 255 07 50.0 005 Tmp Comp a14.4 f13.6 WIDE/LMIT Battery Temperature Compensated Limits 13.2 Lower Limit 14.8 Back + DisV14.8 DisVExit Next Wide Rstrt Force Exit Next Float Bulk Force Float = fl oat cycle Force Bulk = bulk cycleCFB Miscellaneous ScreenPCB AMP +AMPCharger Aux Light Misc *Advanced Logging Log2 Snooze Mode LowcutoffAdvanced Exit Advanced MenuPark Mpp 77 % Voc Exit Next -Voc +Voc Mpp Range Limit %Voc min max Exit Next 1/2 90%Vbatt Calibration 12.8v Sweep Interval MinutesExit Next -MIN MAX+ Advanced Menu Exit Next -V +VThis screen allows the user to choose one of these modes Mppt Mode Auto Sweep Exit Next nonGT ModeLow Cutoff Amp Absorb Time Limits 000m 2hr Exit Next MIN+ MAX+Exit Exit CLR +DAY -DAY Data LoggingDaily KWhours 00.0 Float time mins 0000 TotalKWh 0000 Clear Back Totl DalyPressing Back brings back the Logging screen Charger Aux Light Misc Advanced Logging Log2Clearing Totals and Daily Stats LOG2 Daily peak Battery voltageOperational mode PkBatV Voc HiVoc 012.2 070.2 076.9PkBatV Voc HiVoc 012.2 070.2 Mppt Sunrise Exit Next Auto RestartThis value is the peak daily Watts seen by the MX60 0000 float Tmin HighWatts Lo 13.2 Hi DCkWhSecondary LOG2 Screen MICRO-HYDRO, Wind TURBINE, and Fuel Cell Applications MICRO-HYDRO and Fuel Cell Systems Performance OptimizationOutBack 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 Voltage step down capability SpecificationsWarranty Dimensions Weight Limit Absorb Float Amps Volts 60.0 14.4 13.660.00 MX60 Efficiency vs. Input Power Graph 24V and 48V Battery System Efficiency CurveUnderstanding 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 vs. Australian Default Settings Standard version% 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 Average = 86˚ F / 30˚ C Battery Temperature Compensated Volatge SET PointAverage = 95˚ F / 35˚ C Suggested Battery Charger SET Points TWO Year Limited Warranty Information OutBack Power Systems Inc EU Declaration of Conformity OWNER’S System Information Products Covered Serial Number Product RegistrationInverter/Chargers REV B

MX60 specifications

The Outback Power Systems MX60 is a state-of-the-art solar charge controller designed for off-grid and grid-tied systems, providing users with cutting-edge technology and efficiency in managing their solar energy resources. This device stands out in the renewable energy market due to its versatile features, robust performance, and ease of use.

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