Grape Solar GS-PWM-10A-IP68 Waterproof IP68 Solar Panel Battery Charge Controller User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Grape Solar
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Grape Solar GS-PWM-10A-IP68 Waterproof IP68 Solar Panel Battery Charge Controller
■ IP68 level waterproof
■ PWM 3-stage charge
■ For 12V batteries on| ■ LED status indicator
■ Connectors included
■ Extra cable length
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QUICK START GUIDE
STEP 1. Connect the ring lugs ➋ to your 12V deep cycle battery. This controller supports common lead -acid battery types including AGM/Gel/Flooded. If your battery has sufficient charge, the battery LED indicator ➍ should light up solid.
STEP 2. Connect the MC4 style solar connectors ➊ to a 12V solar panel rated no more than 150 watts. As the battery charges, the solar LED indicator ➌ should begin to slowly flash.
When you need to disconnect the system, reverse these previous steps by disconnecting the solar panel first, then disconnecting the battery.
➊ Solar connectors
➋ Battery connectors
➌ Solar LED indicator
➍ Battery LED indicator
LED Indication Chart
| Signal | System Status | |
|---|---|---|
| Solar LED Indicator | Off | *Solar not charging |
| Solid On | Solar voltage detected | |
| Slow Flash | Charging battery | |
| Quick Flash | **Solar over-voltage alert | |
| Battery LED Indicator | Off | No charge from battery |
| Solid On | Battery connected | |
| Quick Flash | ***Over-discharge alert |
* This indicator is generally off during night time.
** Check to ensure your solar array is 30 volts or less.
*** Battery is almost drained. Make sure your battery is fully charged at
least once a month to prevent damage and improve product life.
Product Dimension
Controller Specification
| Parameter | Values |
|---|---|
| Max. Solar Input Voltage | < 30V |
| Max. Solar Input Current | 10A |
| Max. Solar Input Wattage | 150W |
| Compatible Battery Types | AGM/Gel/Flooded |
| Battery System Voltage | 12V ONLY |
| Equalize Charge Voltage | 14.6V |
| Equalize Charge Duration | 1 Hour |
| Boost Charge Voltage | 14.4V |
| Boost Charge Duration | 2 Hours |
| Boost Charge Recovery | 13.2V |
| Float Charge Voltage | 13.8V |
| Over-discharge Voltage | 11.1V |
| Over-discharge Recovery | 12.6V |
| No-load Loss | 8mA |
| Operating Temperature | -31ºF to 140ºF |
CAUTION: Do not use controller in enclosed spaces with limited air flow, as the controller can heat up quickly. Do not use on non specified battery types such as lithium-ion, and 24V/48V systems.
