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USER GUIDE
MPPT solar charge controller

MPPT solar charge controller

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Contents
1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..................................................................................... 1
1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Scope .................................................................................................... 1
1.3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................ 1
2 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 2
2.1 Features................................................................................................. 2
2.2 Product Overview ................................................................................... 2
3. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................... 3
3.1 Unpacking and Inspection ........................................................................ 3
3.2 Preparation ............................................................................................ 3
3.3 Mounting the Unit .................................................................................... 3
3.4 Power Connection ................................................................................... 4
3.5 Grounding and Ground Fault Interruption .................................................. 5
3.6 Remote Temperature Sensor .................................................................... 5
3.7 Battery Voltage Sense ............................................................................. 6
4. OPERATION ................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Power-Up ............................................................................................... 7
4.2 Operation and Display Panel .................................................................... 7
4.3 LCD Display Icons ................................................................................... 8
4.4 LCD setting ............................................................................................. 9-12
4.5 Reference Code ...................................................................................... 13
4.6 Introduction to load mode......................................................................... 13
5. CHARGING LOGIC ......................................................................................... 14
5.1 3-stage Charging .................................................................................... 14
5.2 Equalize Stage ....................................................................................... 15
5.3 Setting Parameter and Default Value ........................................................ 16
6. TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................................... 17
7. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................... 18-19
8. MPPT charger controller match to the Inverter ....................................................... 20
8.1 Match the inveter to the MPPT controller ................................................... 20
8.2 Matching MPPT function is prohibited........................................................ 19
8.3 Matching MPPT function successfully enabled ........................................... 21
8.4 Matching MPPT function is prohibited successfully..................................... 21
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1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL 2.1 Features

•Intelligent Maximum Power Point Tracking technology increases efficiency 25%~30%
1.1 Purpose •Compatible for PV systems in 12V, 24V or 48V
This manual describes the assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of this unit. Please read •Three-stage charging optimizes battery performance (Two-stage charging in lithium battery mode)
this manual carefully before installations and operations. Keep this manual for future reference. •Maximum charging current up to 20A / 30A / 45A / 60A / 80A / 100A / 120A
•Maximum efficiency up to 98%
1.2 Scope •Automatic battery voltage detection(Lithium battery voltage needs to be set manually)
This manual provides safety and installation guidelines as well as information on tools and wiring. •Supports lithium battery and various lead-acid batteries, AGM and gel battery
1.3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •Integrated intelligent slot compatible with MODBUS communication
WARNING: This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and keep 2.2 Product Overview
this manual for future reference.

1. Before using the unit, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit, the batteries and all
appropriate sections of this manual. 1

2. Do not disassemble the unit. Take it to a qualified service center when service or repair is required. 2 4
CHARGING

Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. 5

3. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect all wirings before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
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5. NEVER charge a frozen battery.

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6. For optimum operation of this charger, please follow required spec to select appropriate cable size. It’s
very important to correctly operate this charger.
7. Be very cautious when working with metal tools on or around batteries. A potential risk exists to drop a
tool to spark or short circuit batteries or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion. 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9
45A / 60A / 80A
8. Please strictly follow installation procedure when you want to disconnect PV or battery terminals. Please 100A / 120A (12V / 24V / 48V) (12V / 24V / 48V) 30A/45A(12V / 24V)
refer to Installation section of this manual for the details.
9. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -This charger should be connected to a permanent grounded wiring
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system. Be sure to comply with local requirements and regulation to install this charger. 13
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10. NEVER cause short circuited on battery output. 6 7 8 9 10
11. Warning!! Only qualified service persons are able to service this device. If errors still persist after following
20A (12V / 24V)
troubleshooting table, please send this charger back to local dealer or service center for maintenance.

2. INTRODUCTION 30A/45A(12V / 24V)

Thank you for selecting this solar charge controller. This solar charge controller is an
advanced solar
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charger with maximum power point tracking. Applying intelligent MPPT
algorithm, it allows solar charge
controller to extract maximum power from solar
arrays by finding the maximum power point of the array. 6 7 8 9 10
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The MPPT battery charging process has been optimized for long battery life and
improved system performance.
Self-diagnostics and electronic error protections
prevent damage when installation errors or system faults
occur. This charger also
features multifunctional LCD with communication ports for remote battery
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temperature and voltage measurement. 45A / 60A / 80A(12V / 24V / 48V) 8 100A / 120A
(12V / 24V / 48V)
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1. LCD display 2. Power On/Charging indicator 3. Fault and warning indicator

4. Wiring fault indicator 5. Operation button 6. PV Positive +
7. PV Negative - 8. Battery Negative - 9. Battery Positive +
10. Communication Port 11. LOAD Positive + 12. LOAD Positive -
13. USB
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3.4 Power Connection
3. INSTALLATION Wire size
The four large power terminals are sized for 14 - 2 AWG (2.5 - 35
3.1 Unpacking and Inspection
mm 2 ) wire. The terminals are rated for copper and aluminum
Before installation, please inspect the unit. Be sure that nothing inside the package is
conductors. Use UL-listed Class B 300 Volt stranded wire only. Good
damaged. You should have received the following items inside of package:
system design generally requires large conductor wires for solar module and battery
•Solar charge controller x 1
connections that limit voltage drop losses to 2% or less.
•User manual x 1
•Installation hole map x 1
Minimum Wire Size
The table below provides the recommended minimum wire size allowed for the charger.
Wire types rated for 75°C and 90°C are listed.
3.2 Preparation
please install the mounting holes according to the mounting hole position diagram Recommended wire size:
Typical Amperage Wire Type 75°C Wire 90°C Wire
Copper 12 AWG (4m㎡) 12 AWG (4m㎡)
20A
A B Aluminum 12 AWG (4m㎡) 12 AWG (4m㎡)
SCCM 2024-II 140 119 Copper 8 AWG (10 m㎡ ) 8 AWG (10 m㎡ )
30A
SCCM 3024-II
Aluminum 6 AWG (16 m㎡ ) 6 AWG (16 m㎡)
140 119
Copper 4 AWG (25 m㎡ ) 6 AWG (16 m㎡ )
SCCM 4524-II 178 134 45A
A Aluminum 2 AWG (35 m㎡ ) 4 AWG (25 m㎡)
SCCM 6048-II 222 165
Copper 4 AWG (25 m㎡ ) 6 AWG (16 m㎡ )
SCCM 8048-II 224 178 60A
Aluminum 2 AWG (35 m㎡ ) 4 AWG (25 m㎡)
SCCM 10048-II 255 197 Copper 2 AWG (35 m㎡ ) 4 AWG (25 m㎡)
80A
SCCM 12048-II 255 197 100A Copper 2AWG(35 m㎡) 2AWG(35 m㎡)
120A Copper 2 AWG (35 m㎡ ) 2 AWG (35 m㎡)

B
Overcurrent Protection and Disconnects
CAUTION: Circuit breakers or fuses must be installed in both battery and solar
circuits.
The battery circuit breaker or fuse must be rated to 125% of the maximum current or more. The recommended
3.3 Mounting the Unit breaker/fuse rating for use with the charger is listed in the below table.
50CM

Consider the following points before selecting where to install: Recommended breaker rating:
• This solar charge controller is designed in IP31 for indoor applications only. Minimum battery circuit breaker/fuse rating
• Do not mount the unit on flammable construction materials. 1.25 x 20Amps = 25.0 Amps 1.25 x 30Amps = 37.5 Amps
• Mount on a solid surface 1.25 x 45Amps = 56.3 Amps 1.25 x 60Amps = 75.0 Amps
• Install this charger at eye level in order to allow the LCD display 1.25 x 80Amps = 100.0 Amps 1.25 x 100Amps = 125 Amps
20CM 20CM
to be read at all times. 1.25*120Amps = 150Amps
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• For proper air circulation to dissipate heat, allow a A disconnect is required for the battery and solar circuits to provide a means for removing power from
clearance of approx. 20 cm to the side and approx. 50 cm the charger. Double pole switches or breakers are convenient for disconnecting both solar and battery
above and below the unit. conductors simultaneously.
• The ambient temperature should be between 0°C and 55°C
Connect the Power Wires
50CM

to ensure optimal operation.

• The recommended installation position is to be adhered to WARNING: Shock Hazard
the wall vertically.
The solar modules can produce open-circuit voltages in excess of 100 Vdc when in sunlight. Verify if solar
input breaker or disconnect has been opened (disconnected)before connecting system wires.

Install the unit to the wall by screwing four screws.

Refer to right chart.
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Connect terminals by following below steps (Refer to diagram above): The RTS cable may be pulled through conduit along with the power wires. Tighten the connector screws
1. Make sure that the system input and output disconnect switches are both turned
off before connecting with 5 in-lb (0.56 Nm) torque.
power wires to the charger. There are no disconnecting switches inside the charger. NOTE: The RTS is optional package. Please check local dealer for the details.
2. Make 4 power wires first. Remove insulation sleeve 10.5mm and the conductor should be plated Tin.
Refer to the chart below.
10.5mm

Tin Plating

3. Pull all wires into the wiring box. The Remote Temperature Sensor and Battery Sense wires can be
inside the conduit with the power conductors. It is easier to pull RTS and Sense wires before the power
cables.
CAUTION: The controller will not activate temperature compensate charging function
if the RTS is not used.
WARNING: Risk of Damage CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Be sure that the battery connection is made with correct polarity. Turn on the battery breaker/disconnect Never place the temperature sensor inside a battery cell. Both the RTS and the battery will be damaged.
and measure the voltage on the open battery wires BEFORE connecting to the controller. Disconnect the NOTE: The RTS cable may be shortened if the full length is not needed.
battery breaker/disconnect before wiring to the controller.
3.7 Battery Voltage Sense
4. Connect positive terminal (+) of battery to the battery positive terminal (+) on the controller. The voltage at the battery connection on the controller may differ slightly from the voltage directly at the battery
5. Connect negative terminal (-) of battery to one of the Common Negative terminals (-) on the controller. bank terminals due to connection and cable resistance. The Battery Voltage Sense connection enables the
controller to measure the battery terminal voltage precisely with small gauge wires that carry very little current,
WARNING: Risk of Damage and thus have no voltage drop. Both battery voltage sense wires are connected to the 2-pole terminal inside
Be sure that solar connection is made with correct polarity. Turn on the solar breaker/disconnect and measure of wiring box (see figure as below).
the voltage on the open wires BEFORE connecting to the controller. Disconnect solar breaker/disconnect
before wiring to the controller. Be careful to connect the battery positive (+) terminal to the voltage sense positive (+) terminal and battery
6. Connect positive wire (+) of solar module to the solar positive terminal (+) on the controller. negative (-) terminal to the voltage sense negative terminal (-). No damage will occur if the polarity is reversed,
7. Connect negative wire (-) of solar module to one of the Common Negative terminals but the controller cannot read a reversed sense voltage.
(-) on the controller.
8. Screw four (4) power terminals tightly with 50 in-lbs torque. (5.65 Nm)
9. Connect the positive conductor of the load module (+) to the positive terminal of the load on the
controller (+).
10. Connect the negative conductor of the load module (-) to the negative terminal of the controller (-).

3.5 Grounding and Ground Fault Interruption

Use a copper wire to connect the grounding terminal in the wiring box to earth ground.The grounding terminal
is identified by the ground symbol shown below that is
stamped into the wiring box just below the terminal:

A battery voltage sense connection is not essential required to operate your controller,
but it is recommended
The minimum size of the copper grounding wire is 8 AWG (10 mm2). for best performance. The battery voltage sense will ensure
that the voltage display in LCD is very accurate.
WARNING: Risk of Fire
DO NOT bond system electrical negative to earth ground at the controller. The voltage sense wires should be cut to length as required to connect the battery to
the voltage sense terminal.
The wire size can range from 16 to 24 AWG (1.0 to 0.25mm2). A twisted pair cable is recommended but not
3.6 Remote Temperature Sensor required. Use UL rated 300 Volt
conductors. The voltage sense wires may be pulled through conduit with the
power
conductors. Tighten the connector screws with 5 in-lb (0.56 Nm) torque.The maximum length allowed
The included Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS) is recommended for effective temperature compensated
for each battery voltage sense wire is 98 ft (30 m).
charging. Connect the RTS to the 2-pole terminal (see figure as below). The RTS is supplied with 33 ft (10 m)
of 22 AWG (0.34 mm2) cable. There is no polarity, so either wire (+ or -) can be connected to either
screw terminal.

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Button Operation
4. OPERATION
Function Action Description
4.1 Power-Up Power on









































































Press the button until LCD backlight is on.
WARNING: Risk of Damage Backlight on




































































Press shortly
Connecting the solar module to the battery connector will permanently damage the controller. Enter LCD setting mode














































Press the button for 3 seconds.
• Confirm that the solar and battery polarities are correctly connected to the controller.
Select LCD setting programs or modify
• A battery must be connected to the controller before operating it. The controller will not operate only with Press shortly.
parameter
solar input. Solar input can trigger the controller to start up when the battery is connected without pressing
Confirm selection in setting programs
the button. Press the button for 1.5 seconds.
or return back to previous menu
• Turn on battery disconnect switch first. And press operation button for a while. Then, it will indicate a
successful start-up in LCD display.
4.3 LCD Display Icons
• Turn on solar disconnect switch. If the solar module is in full sunlight, the controller will begin charging.

4.2 Operation and Display Panel

The operation and display panel, shown in below chart, is on the front panel of the
controller. It includes
three indicators, one operation button and a LCD display, indicating the operating status and input/output
power information.

Icon Function description

Input Source Information

Indicates the PV input voltage.

Configuration Program and Fault Information

Indicates battery equalization is activated.

Indicates fault codes.

Indicates warning codes.

LED Indicator Output Information

Indicate battery voltage.

LED Indicator Messages
Solid On








The controller is on. Indicate charging power.
POWER ON/
CHARGING The controller is charging.
Green Bulk charge stage: flashing every 0.5 second Indicate charging current.
Flashing Absorption stage: flashing every second
Equalize stage: flashing every 3 seconds Indicates battery level by 0-24%, 25-49%, 50-74% and
Float stage: flashing every 5 seconds 75-100% in battery mode and charging status in line
mode.
FAULT/ WARNING Red Solid On Fault occurs.
LOAD Information
WIRING FAULT Red Solid On Battery polarities are not connected correctly.
Indicates that the output is on

Indication current overcurrent

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Battery Charging Status.

Use-Defined(Default)
Status Battery voltage LCD Display
< 2V/cell 4 bars will flash in turns.
Constant
Current The right bar will be on and the other three bars
2 ~ 2.083V/cell
will flash in turns.
mode / AGM If “Use-Defined” is selected, battery
The two right bars will be on and the other two charge voltage can be set up in
Constant 2.083 ~ 2.167V/cell
bars will flash in turns. program 3 and 4.If “LIb” is selected,
Voltage battery charge voltage can be set up in
The three right bars will be on and the left bar program 3 .
> 2.167 V/cell
mode will flash. Note: "Lib” mode can only be displayed
02 Battery type after parameter 05 is set as one of 12V
Floating
mode Batteries are fully
charged. 4 bars will be on. 24V / 48V.If you want to set “Lib”, first
set the 05 battery rated voltage (MPPT
45A(12/24V) can't set the Absorption
4.4 LCD setting voltage to 48v, LIb mode can't set the
After pressing button for 3 seconds, the unit will enter setting mode. Shortly press
button to select setting programs. AUO), then set 02 to "LIb"
And then, pressing button for at least 1.5 seconds to
confirm the selected program. After that, shortly press button to LIB
modify the parameter
of the program. If pressing button for at least 1.5 seconds, you will return to previous
menu. After
waiting for 10 seconds without any action, it will automatically exit setting
mode.

Setting Programs:
Program Description Options 14.40V (Default)
If “Use-Defined” is selected in program
Escape
02, this program can be set up. The
00 Exit setting mode setting range is from12.0V to 15.0V.
If “LIb” is selected in program 02,
the setting range is from 12.0V to
15.0V/24.0V to 30.0V/48.0V to 60.0V
20A(Default)

If this program is
selected

03 Absorption voltage to modify,the changeable
30A(Default) figure will be shown Increment of each short press is 0.1.
as below. Once the value is achieved 15.0V, the
value will jump back to 12.0V.

45A(Default)

If “Use-Defined” is selected in program

01 13.6V (Default) 02, this program can be set up. The
Setting range is from 20A,30A ,45A , setting range is from 12.0V to 15.0V.
60A(Default) 60A , 80A,100A or 120A. Increment of If “LIb” is selected in program 02,this
Maximum charging
current each short press is 1A. The value will parameter is consistent with Absorption
be back to 10A once the value is a voltage
20A,30A,45A ,60A , 80A, 100A or 120A.
04 Float voltage If this program is
selected
80A(Default) to modify, the changeable
figure will be shown as Increment of each short
press is 0.1V.
below. The value will
jump back to 12.0V after
15.0V is achieved.

100A(Default)

120A(Default)

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The setting range is from 5
minutes to

If “AUO” is selected, connected 120 minutes(Default) 900 minutes.
Increment of each short
Auto (Default)
battery voltage system will be press is 5 minutes. The value
will jump
automatically detected. 12 Battery equalized
timeout
back to 5 minutes
after 900 minutes
Note:LIb mode can't set the AUO are
achieved.

12V
If “12V” is selected, the unit
is 30 days (Default)
considered as 12V battery
system. The setting range is from 0
05 Battery rated voltage 13 Equalization interval day to 90 days.

24V
If “24V” is selected, the unit
is
considered as 24V battery
system. If equalization function is enabled in
Disable (Default) program 08, this program can be set up.
If “48V” is selected, the unit is If “Enable” is selected in this program,
48V considered as 48V battery system. it’s to activate battery equalization
Note:MPPT 30A,45A(12/24V) can't immediately and LCD main page will
set the Absorption voltage to 48v.
Equalization
activated shows “ ”. If “Disable” is
150 minutes(Default) The setting range is from 5
minutes to 14
immediately
Battery C.V. charging 900 minutes.
Increment of each short selected, it will cancel equalization
06 press is 5 minutes. It will
jump back to
duration function until next activated
5minutes after
900 is achieved. Disable (Default) equalization time arrives based on
The setting range is from
0mV to
60.0mV. Increment
of each short press program 13 setting. At this time, “ ”
0mV (Default) is 0.1 mV.
The value will jump back to will not be shown in LCD
BTS temperature 0mV after 60.0mV is
achieved.
For main page.
07 compensation ratio each 12V battery, the
derated battery
charging
voltage is followed the below
formula:(Battery temperature – 25 o C) If “Use-Defined” is selected in program
* BTS ratio. 11.0V (Default) 02, this program can be set up. The
setting range is from10.0V to 12.5V.
Disable (Default) 15 If “LIb” is selected in program 02,
the setting range is from 10.0V to
12.5V/20.0V to 25.0V

In lithium battery mode, it is disabled 15 Overdischarge voltage

Battery equalization
08 by default and cannot be set
enable/disable
Enable If this program is
selected
to modify,the changeable
figure will be shown Increment of each short press is 0.1.
as below. Once the value is achieved 12.5V, the
value will jump back to 10.0V.
14.60V(Default)
The setting range is from
15
12.0V to 15.5V.
Battery equalization
09 voltage If this program is
selected
If this program is selected to modify,the changeable
to modify, the changeable figure will be shown Increment of each short press is 1.
figure will be shown as Increment of each short press is 16 Load mode Once the value is achieved 17, the
0.1V. The value will jump back to as below.
below. value will jump back to 0.
12.0V after 15.5V is achieved.
16
15A (Default) The setting range is from 30A,45A,
The maximum
current 60A,80A,100A or 120A.Increment
10 of battery
equalization of each short
press is 1A. The value
will jump back to 30A,45A ,60A ,80A,
100A or 120A is
achieved.

The setting range is from 5
minutes to

60 minutes(Default) 900 minutes.
Increment of each short
11 Battery equalized time press is 5 minutes. The value
will jump
back to 5 minutes
after 900 minutes
are
achieved.

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4.5 Reference Code 5. CHARGING LOGIC

Type Code Event
5.1 3-stage Charging
01 Over charge current In general, this solar charge controller is designed with 3-stage battery charging
algorithm for fast, efficient,
and safe battery charging. The following picture shows the
sequence of charging stages.
02 Over temperature

03 Battery voltage is too low

Fault
04 Battery voltage is high

CURRENT
VOLTAGE
05 PV is high loss
BULK
NIGHT ABSORPTION FLOAT NIGHT
CHARGE
06 Battery temperature is too low

07 Battery temperature is too high TIME TIME

09 Load short circuit 1) Bulk charge stage

In bulk charge stage, charge current begins to flow, typically at the maximum rate of
the charge source. The
10 Load overcurrent
controller will supply solar power to charge battery as much as
possible.
20 PV is low loss 2) Absorption stage
When battery charging voltage is reached to Absorption voltage point, the charging
stage changes from bulk
21 Output derating caused from high PV voltage
Warning charge to Absorption. Constant-voltage regulation is used to
maintain battery voltage at the Absorption stage.
22 Output derating caused from high temperature If the charging current drops to one-tenth of the maximum charging current setting
point, the charging status
will change to Float stage.
23 Low alarm for battery temperature
C.V. Charging
ABSORPTION
Time
FLOAT
Voltage Absorption
Voltage
Current
4.6 Introduction to load mode BULK
One-tenth of Max.
charging current set point ABSORPTION FLOAT
( No floating charge
Code Pattern Describe in lithium battery mode )

When there is no sunlight, the panel voltage is lower than the

light controlled on voltage, the controller turns on the load after
Pure light control (light on at
01 a delay of a certain time, when there is sunlight, the panel
night, light off during the day)
voltage is higher than the light controlled off voltage, the If the elapsed time of absorption stage is over 3) Float Stage
controller turns off the load after a delay of a certain time. After the battery is fully charged in the Absorption stage,
setting value for C-V charging time, it
When there is no sunlight, the panel voltage is lower than the will also transfer to Float stage. the controller will reduces the
battery voltage to the
Light time control for light controlled opening voltage, the controller turns on the load setting point of Float voltage.
Once in Float stage,
02
1~14 hours. after a delay of a certain time, and the load working time reaches
the set value after turns off. constant-voltage regulation is used to maintain battery
voltage at
setting point of float voltage.
In this mode, the user can control the load on and off by pressing
03 Manual mode a button, regardless of whether it is day or night. This mode is In lithium battery mode: the charging logic has no
used for special load situations or debugging. floating charge stage
It is used for system debugging. The load is off when there is an
04 Debug mode
light signal, and the load is on when there is no light signal. It is
convenient to check the correctness of system installation during
Float timeout Float cancel voltage
installation and debugging.
If the battery voltage remains lower than the Float Once the battery voltage drops to setting point of
voltage for 30 minutes, the
controller will return to Float cancel voltage, the
controller also returns to
The power-on load is always in the output state. This mode is Bulk charging stage. Bulk charging stage.
Float cancel voltage = Floating
05 Normally open mode
suitable for loads that require 24 hours of power supply.
charging voltage – (1V x battery numbers in series)

Lower than
float voltage
for 30 min.
Float Float Voltage
Voltage FLOAT Cancel
Voltage
FLOAT FLOAT
BULK ABSORPTION BULK ABSORPTION BULK ABSORPTION BULK ABSORPTION

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5.2 Equalize Stage Equalize charging time and timeout

In Equalize stage, based on maximum charging current of battery equalization, the controller will supply
Equalization function is added into solar charge controller. It reverses the buildup of
negative chemical effects
solar power to charge battery as much as possible until battery voltage raises to battery equalization voltage.
like stratification, a condition where acid concentration is
greater at the bottom of the battery than at the top.
Then, constant-voltage regulation is applied to maintain battery voltage at the battery equalization voltage.
Equalization also helps to remove
sulfate crystals that might have built up on the plates. If left unchecked,
The battery will remain in the Equalize stage until setting battery equalized time is arrived.
this condition,
called sulfation, will reduce the overall capacity of the battery. Therefore, it’s
recommended to
equalize battery periodically. Equalize
Charging Time
Equalize Voltage

Absorption Voltage

EQUALIZE Float Voltage

BULK ABSORPT. EQUALIZE FLOAT

CURRENT
VOLTAGE

BULK
NIGHT ABSORPTION FLOAT NIGHT
CHARGE

TIME TIME

However, in Equalize stage, when battery equalized time is expired and battery voltage
doesn’t rise to battery
equalization voltage point, the solar charge controller will
extend the battery equalized time until battery
voltage achieves battery equalization
voltage. If battery voltage is still lower than battery equalization voltage
When to Equalize
when battery
equalized timeout setting is over, the solar charge control will stop equalization and
transfer to
In Absorption stage, if the charging current drops lower than the maximum
charging current of battery float stage.
equalization, the controller will start to enter Equalize
stage.
Equalize
Charging Time

Equalize Voltage

Absorption Voltage

Float Voltage
BULK ABSORPT. EQUALIZE FLOAT
CURRENT
VOLTAGE

The Max. charging current

of equalization

ABSORPTION EQUALIZE
BULK
NIGHT FLOAT NIGHT
CHARGE

TIME TIME

If solar charge controller is working in float stage, but at this time, the setting
equalization interval (battery 5.3 Setting Parameter and Default Value
equalization cycle) is arrived, it will transfer to
equalize stage. Recommended and default parameter settings are listed below.

Battery Absorp. Float Equalize Equlize Absorp. Equalize Equalize Equalize

Parameter
type Stage Stage Stage Activation Time Time Timeout Interval

Equalize Voltage Unit - Volt Volt Volt En/Disable Minutes Minutes Minutes Days
Float Voltage
EQUALIZE

BULK ABSORPTION FLOAT FLOAT

Option AGM 14.4 13.6 14.6 Disable 150 60 120 30

Option Flooded 14.6 13.8 14 .6 Disable 150 60 120 30

Default Customized - - - Disable 150 60 120 30

Option LIb - - - Disable - - - -

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6. TROUBLE SHOOTING 7. SPECIFICATIONS

Table 1 Electrical Specifications
Situation
Fault
Code
Fault Event Situation MODEL SCCM2024-II SCCM3024-II SCCM4524-II SCCM4548-II SCCM6048-II SCCM8048-II SCCM10048-II SCCM12048-II

Maximum Battery 30Amps 45Amps 45Amps 60 Amps 80 Amps 100Amps 120 Amps
20Amps
1. Restart the charger. Current
01 Over charge current
2. If the problem remains, please contact your installer. Nominal System
12,24VDC(Auto detection) 12V, 24V, 48V DC (Auto detection)
Voltage
1. Keep the charger in the cool environment.
02 Over temperature Maximum Solar
2. If the problem remains, please contact your
installer. 95V 145V 195V
Input Voltage
1. Check the battery wire connection. PV Start-up
03 Battery voltage low
2. If the wire connection is ok, please contact your
installer. Voltage 15V

1. Reconnect the battery to the charger. 12VDC/24VDC

04 Battery voltage high PV Array MPPT 12 VDC / 24 VDC / 48 VDC
2. If the problem remains, please contact your
installer.
Voltage Range 15-130VDC / 30-130VDC 15-170VDC / 30-170VDC
1. Please check the voltage of the solar panel, it should be less than 140V or 190V. 15-80VDC/30-80VDC 60-130VDC 60-170VDC
05 PV high loss
2. If the voltage is ok, please contact your installer.
12V - 280W 12V - 420W 12V - 625W 12V - 625W 12V - 825W 12V - 1100W 12V - 1375W 12V - 1650W
1. Check your remote temperature sensor and
your battery ambient Maximum Input
06 Battery temperature






temperature. Power 24V - 550W 24V - 830W 24V - 1250W 24V - 1250W 24V - 1650W 24V - 2200W 24V - 2750W 24V - 3300W
too low 2. If the problem remains, please contact your
installer.
/ / / 48V - 2500W 48V - 3300W 48V - 4400W 48V - 5500W 48V - 6600W
1. Check your remote temperature sensor and
your battery ambient
Battery temperature
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temperature.
too high 2. If the problem remains, please contact your
installer.
1. Check your remote temperature sensor and
your battery ambient Maximum Maximum Maximum

Battery temperature Battery Battery Battery

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temperature. Current Current Current

too high 2. If the problem remains, please contact your
installer. PV Array voltage

Battery Current(Amps)

Battery Current(Amps)

Battery Current(Amps)
& Battery current
1. Check your remote temperature sensor and
your battery ambient
Battery temperature
07




temperature.
too high 2. If the problem remains, please contact your
installer.
80 95 130 145 170 195
Array Voltage(Volts) Array Voltage(Volts) Array Voltage(Volts)

No display in LCD screen. 1. Check battery wire connection. For SCCM4524 For SCCM4548 / SCCM6048 / SCCM8048 For SCCM10048 / SCCM12048

2. Push the button, if the problem remains, please
contact your installer.

Maximum
Battery
Current

Heatsink

Battery Current(Amps)
temperature &
Battery current
65 67.5 70 72.5 75 77.5 80 82.5 85
Heatsink Temperature
(degrees C)

Transient Surge
4500 Watts / port
Protection

Solar high voltage disconnect

Solar high voltage reconnect
Battery high voltage disconnect
Protections
Battery high voltage reconnect
High temperature disconnect
High temperature reconnect

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Table 2 Battery Charging

8.MPPT charger controller match to the Inverter
MODEL SCCM2024-II SCCM3024-II SCCM4524-II SCCM4548-II SCCM6048-II SCCM8048-II SCCM10048-II SCCM12048-II
In actual application system, MPPT controller and inverter will charge the battery at the same
Charging Algorithm 3-Step time, the charging current will excessive to occur unsafe situation, so we add the function of
matching the inverter to limit the charging current of the battery. However, since it needs to be
Charging stages Bulk, Absorption, Float matched with MPPT of different manufacturers , but the MPPT charging current cannot be limited.
The current solution is to limit the charging current of the inverter.
Temperature
compensation -5 mV / °C / cell (25 °C ref.)
coefficient The inverter match to the MPPT controller is mainly including two function:
1.Enabling or disable inverter to match the MPPT function. (Special attention: when upgrading
Temperature
compensation range 0 °C to +50 °C the firmware of the inverter, it needs to disable the function matching MPPT first);
Battery Voltage, per cell Charging Current,%

2.Limited the charging current of the inverter. The methods are as follows:
Voltage
a) When the MPPT charging current ≥ inverter setting charging current, the maximum allowable
100% charging current of the inverter equal to 0;
b) When the MPPT charging current ＜ inverter setting charging current, the maximum allowable
Charging Curve charging current of the inverter equal to inverter setting charging current subtract MPPT
50%

charging current;
T0 T1
T1=10*T0,minlmum 10mlns,maximumghrs

Bulk Absorption Maintenance

Current

Time
8.1 Match the inveter to the MPPT controller:
(Constant Current) (Constant Voltage) (Floating)
1.To enable the inverter to match the MPPT controller, the inverter and MPPT controller should be
switched on first, and the communication lines between them have been connected;
2.Then press the “Down”button of the inverter for more than 2.5 seconds, until the MPPT charger icon
Table 3 Mechanical and Environment flashes. At this time, you can release the button. The icon flashing indicates that the inverter is trying to
communicate with the MPPT. The inverter is releasing. After pressing the button for 10 seconds, the
icon stops flashing. When the communication is successful, it means that the function is successfully
Model SCCM2024-II SCCM3024-II SCCM4524-II SCCM4548-II SCCM6048-II SCCM8048-II SCCM10048-II SCCM12048-II enabled.
Product Size 3.After successfully enabling, the matching MPPT function flag will be saved in the EEPROM. Restarting
(W x H x D,mm) 201x137x65 201x137x65 221x152x73 277x185x100 277x185x100 290x199x103 319x218x118 319x218x118
the inverter does not need to be manually enabled again.
Product 4.After successfully enabling, turning the page on the LCD screen will display MPPT PV voltage, power
Weight (Kg) 1.2 Kg 1.2 Kg 1.8 Kg 3.4 Kg 4.7 Kg 5.9 Kg 6.5 Kg 6.5 Kg and other information.
Ambient
Temperature
Range

0℃ to +55℃ Action Instruction LCD display
Storage Long press “Down”button until the
Temperature - 25℃ to 75℃ INPUT

icon in the red box in the right picture V

Humidity 0%-90%RH(No condensing) Match the MPPT flashes, indicating that the inverter is
function enable trying to communicate with MPPT. The
Enclosure IP20(indoor&vented) icon stops flashing after the inverter
loosens the button for 10 seconds.

8.2 Matching MPPT function is prohibited:

1.To prevent the inverter from matching the MPPT function, the MPPT should be turned off or the
communication connection between the two should be disconnected.
2.Then long press the “Down”button of the inverter for more than 2.5 second, until the MPPT charger
icon flashes. At this point, the button can be released. The flashing icon indicates that the inverter is
trying to communicate with MPPT. The flashing icon will stop 10 seconds after the button is released.
When communication fails, it means it is forbidden successfully.

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Action Instruction LCD display

Long press“Down”button until the icon in INPUT

Matching the red box in the right picture flashes, V

MPPT indicating that the inverter is trying to

function is communicate with MPPT. The icon
prohibited disappears after the inverter loosens
the button for 10 seconds.

8.3 Matching MPPT function successfully enabled:

Action Instruction LCD display
INPUT

If MPPT is in charging state：When the

Match MPPT V

MPPT function is successfully enabled,

function to enable
the icon in the red box in the right picture
successfully
will appear

If MPPT is not in the charging state, but INPUT

PV voltage is greater than 30V and is in

Match MPPT V

the startup state：When the MPPT

function to enable
function is successfully enabled, the
successfully
icon in the red box in the right picture
will appear

8.4 Matching MPPT function is prohibited successfully:

Action Instruction LCD display
INPUT

When the matching MPPT function is

Match MPPT V

prohibited successfully，MPPT icon

function
information will no longer be displayed

1. If the MPPT function is enabled, the PV

LCD interface page turning will display

Whether matching
V

PV voltage, power and other information；

MPPT function
2. If the matching MPPT function is
enables judgment
prohibited, the LCD interface page
turning will not display PV voltage,
power and other information；

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