TriStar MPPT 600V Installation & Operation Manual

16 Installation
3.1 General Information
The mounting location is important to the performance and operating life of the controller. The
environment must be dry and protected from water ingress. If required, the controller may be
installedinaventilatedenclosurewithsufcientairow.NeverinstalltheTriStarMPPT600Vin
a sealed enclosure. The controller may be mounted in an enclosure with sealed batteries, but
neverwithvented/oodedbatteries.Batteryfumesfromventedbatterieswillcorrodeanddestroy
the TriStar MPPT 600V circuits.
Multiple TriStars can be installed in parallel on the same battery bank to achieve higher charging
current. Additional parallel controllers can also be added in the future.
WARNING: Equipment Damage or Risk of Explosion
Never install the TriStar MPPT 600V in an enclosure with vented/ooded batteries.
Battery fumes are ammable and will corrode and destroy the TriStar MPPT 600V
circuits.
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CAUTION: Equipment Damage
When installing the TriStar MPPT 600V in an enclosure, ensure sufcient ventilation.
Installation in a sealed enclosure will lead to over-heating and a decreased product
lifetime.
AVERTISSEMENT: Endommagement de l’équipement ou risque d’explosion
N’installez jamais le TriStar MPPT dans une enceinte avec des batteries à évent/à
électrolyte liquide. Les vapeurs des batteries sont inammables et corroderont et
détruiront les circuits du TriStar MPPT.
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PRUDENCE: Endommagement de l’équipement
Assurez une ventilation sufsante en cas d’installation du TriStar MPPT dans une
enceinte. L’installation dans une enceinte hermétique entraîne une surchauffe et une
réduction de la durée de vie du produit.
The installation is straight-forward, but it is important each step is done correctly and safely. A
mistake can lead to dangerous voltage and current levels. Be sure to carefully follow each in-
struction in this section. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS FIRST before beginning installation.
The installation instructions are for installation of a negative grounded system. U.S National Elec-
trical Code (NEC) requirements are noted on occasion for convenience, however the installer
should have a complete understanding of NEC and UL requirements for photovoltaic installa-
tions.
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