torqeedo 2218-00 Solar Charge Controller for Power 48-5000 Instruction Manual

torqeedo 2218-00 Solar Charge Controller for Power 48-5000 Instruction Manual

Important notes on safety and operation

• Read these instructions carefully before installation and keep them handy for future reference.
• Only use with Power 48-5000.
• Only compatible solar modules may be connected. These must be selected according to the technical data provide in Chapter 2.
• If several solar modules are used (serial or parallel connection), the limits specified in Chapter 2 must be observed for all the connected modules combined.
• Each solar panel may only be connected to one solar charge controller. However, several solar panels may be connected to one solar charge controller.
• Do not short-circuit the solar system when it is connected to the charge controller.
• Do not measure the short-circuit current of the solar system when it is connected to the charge controller. This will damage the charge controller.

1. Parallel connection
2. Series connection
3. Multiple controllers on the same module, not allowed.
   

Labelling and technical data

Technical data

Maximum module rated current (Imp)| 8 A
Maximum module short-circuit current (Isc)| 9 A
Minimum module voltage| 12 V
Maximum module nominal voltage @ STC (Vmp)| 40.8 V
Maximum module open-circuit voltage (Voc)| 48 V
Maximum module power| 325 Wp
Parallel connection| up to 6 charge controllers in parallel
Charge cut-off voltage| 49.5 V
Maximum efficiency| 99%
Operating point efficiency| 96 to 99%
Standby consumption| < 1 mA
IP code| Charge controller (without fuse holder): Protected from immersion IP67
Fuse holder: Protected from water spray IP64
Solar module connection|

• Cable not preassembled
• Colour coding: Yellow = plus, black = minus
• Cable length approx. 0.15 m

Battery connection|

• Ring cable lug M8/red for positive pole, M10/black for negative pole
• Cable length approx. 1.5 m

Data connection|

• TorqLink socket on the unit
• TorqLink T-cable included in scope of supply
• Cable length approx. 0.9 m

Dimensions| 180 mm × 82 mm × 56 mm
Weight| 720 g

Scope of supply

• Charge controller
• Spare fuse
• Crimp connector (2 pieces)
• Heat-shrink tubing (with adhesive, 2 pieces, each approx. 6 cm)
• TorqLink T cable

Installation and system connections

Installation

• Mount the charge controller securely near the batteries using suitable fixing materials. Use the four screw holes in the flange for this.
• Mount the charge controller in a dry place out of direct sunlight.
• Do not mount near heat sources.
• When mounting, ensure that there is sufficient distance to other fixtures or equipment to guarantee free air circulation.
• The connection cables for the battery and solar modules can be fed through the slots provided on both sides of the housing.
• The connection cables for the battery and solar modules are not strain-relieved During mounting, adequate strain relief must be applied.

Electrical Installation

• The installation may only be carried out by a professionally qualified person.
• All valid local regulations for electrical installations must be observed during installation.
• If components other than those enclosed are used, they must be approved for this application and for use on ships.
• Observe the solar module manufacturer’s installation instructions.
• Only ONE charge controller may be connected to a solar module at a time.
• When using several solar modules in series or parallel connection to a solar charge controller, it is essential to comply with the manufacturer’s specifications regarding the module parameters and the installation of bypass or blocking diodes.

Solar module connection

Solar modules must comply with the requirements mentioned in 2. To connect the solar module, repeat the following steps for the plus and minus connection:

1. Guide the enclosed heat-shrink tubing over one of the cables to be connected.
2. Strip 6 mm (1/4″) of insulation from the connection cable of the solar module and the charge controller.
3. Insert the stripped cable ends evenly into the crimp connector until they touch. Make sure that the positive cables of the module and the charge controller and the negative cables of the module and the charge controller are connected to each other.
4. Crimp the joint connector along its entire length using suitable crimping pliers. Make sure that the cable ends do not slip inside the crimp connector.
5. Slide the heat-shrink tubing fully and symmetrically over the crimp connector. Then heat the heat-shrink tubing to a temperature of 120°C.

The LED on the charge controller may flash red until it is fully connected to the Torqeedo system.

1. Heat-shrink tubing
2. Wire strippers
3. Crimp connector
4. Crimping pliers
5. Heat gun
   

The battery cable must NOT be extended.

Connecting the battery

Switch off the system before installation (status LED on the battery housing and remote throttle display are off).
Then screw the black M10 ring cable lug to the battery negative terminal and the red M8 ring cable lug to the battery positive terminal. Make sure that no electrical components are connected directly to the charge controller.
These should only be connected directly to the Power 48-5000.

In a system with two Power 48-5000 batteries, the charge controller should be connected diagonally. In other words, connect the negative cable to one battery and the positive cable to the other battery.

Connecting the TorqLink cabling

Connect the enclosed TorqLink T-cable to the solar charger as shown in the following illustration and connect it to the TorqLink Backbone. The charge controller must be connected to the TorqLink network for proper functioning.

A maximum of 6 charge controllers may be operated in parallel.

Operation

The solar charge controller can switch the Power 48-5000 battery on and off automatically when there is sufficient sunlight. As a result, the battery does not need to be switched on or off manually. The controller has a multicoloured LED to indicate the charging and error state.

Status LED and troubleshooting

LED DISPLAY OPERATION/CHARGING (LED green)

2 SEC. BETWEEN FLASHES
Standby: The controller is ready for charging. Charging starts as soon as there is enough sunlight.

FAST AND SHORT FLASHING
Charging runs at low current (input current < ~ 3.5 A)

LONGER FLASHING
Charging runs at high current (input current > ~ 3.5 A)

LONG THEN SHORT FLASHING
The charge controller is being operated outside the permissible range and the input current is limited. Check whether the nominalvalues for the solar module correspond to the permissible input values for the controller.

LED LIGHTS UP CONTINUOUSLY
Battery is completely charged.

LED ERROR DISPLAY (LED red)

2 FLASHES, THEN PAUSE
Overheating: The internal temperature of the controller is too high.

3 FLASHES, THEN PAUSE OVERLOAD
Controller restarts automatically. If the error persists, check the module specification and installation.

4 FLASHES, THEN PAUSE
The controller cannot start the charging process as the battery voltage is too low. Charge the battery in another way before using the controller.

5 FLASHES, THEN PAUSE
Battery voltage too high: This error can occur, amongst other things, as a result of a disconnected battery or a defective fuse.

2 × LONG FLASHES, FOLLOWED BY FREQUENT SHORT FLASHES
Internal error: Contact Torqeedo Service.

If the LED on the controller does not light up when the battery is connected or if the controller does not charge even though there is sufficient sunlight, the internal fuse may be defective. The most common reasons for this are:

• Controller is incorrectly connected to the battery
• The solar module input has short circuited. These may cause further internal damage to the controller.

If the Power 48-5000 cannot be switched on when the charge controller is connected and there is strong sunlight, there may be overvoltage. In this case, please check the solar module specifications. The same applies if the error message ‘Overvoltage during charging’ is displayed in the above- mentioned conditions.

Monitoring and maintenance

The solar charge controller does not require any maintenance. Nevertheless, the charge controller and the cables should be checked regularly for external damage. Use only a soft cloth and mild detergents that are compatible with plastic materials (e.g. washing-up liquid) to clean the product. Do not use any chemicals or solvents.

Replacing the fuse

The fuse is located in the fuse holder on the back of the unit. To replace it, open the fuse holder (2), remove the fuse and replace it with a new ATO® (10 A, 58V) blade fuse.

Disposal

Dispose of the product according to EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) and national laws. Do not dispose of the product with household waste.

Warranty conditions

Warranty conditions and warranty certificate available at www.torqeedo.com

EU declaration of conformity

The EU declaration of conformity can be downloaded from www.torqeedo.com.

Torqeedo branches

Torqeedo GmbH
Friedrichshafener Straße 4a
82205 Gilching, Germany
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Phone: +49 8153 9215-100

Torqeedo Inc.
171 Erick Street, Unit D-2
Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA
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Phone: +1 815 444 8806

Torqeedo Asia Pacific Ltd.
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Lumpini, Pathumwan,
Bangkok, 10330 Thailand
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Phone: +66 212 68030

Torqeedo Service Partner

Torqeedo GmbH
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Friedrichshafener Straße 4a
82205 Gilching, Germany
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Phone: +49 8153 9215-126

Torqeedo Inc.
171 Erick Street, Unit D-2
Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA
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Phone: +1 815 444 8806

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France
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Torqeedo Service Partners worldwide
Contact details for all service partners can be found under the ‘Service Centre’ section of the partner search at www.torqeedo.com.

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