TriStar MPPT 600V Installation & Operation Manual

8TriStar MPPT 600V Operator’s Manual

Getting Started2.0

2.1 Overview

Thank you for selecting the TriStar MPPT 600V solar charge controller with TrakStar

MPPT

Technology. The TriStar MPPT 600V (TS-MPPT-60-600V) is an advanced maximum power point

trackingsolarbatterycharger.Thecontrollerfeaturesasmarttrackingalgorithmthatndsand

maintains operation at the solar array peak power point, maximizing energy harvest.

The TriStar MPPT 600V battery charging process has been optimized for long battery life and

improved system performance. Self-diagnostics and electronic error protections prevent damage

when installation mistakes or system faults occur. The controller also features eight (8) adjustable

settings switches, several communication ports, and terminals for remote battery temperature

and voltage measurement.

Please take the time to read this operator’s manual and become familiar with the controller. This

will help you make full use of the many advantages the TriStar MPPT 600V can provide for your

PV system.

2.2 Regulatory Information

NOTE:

This section contains important information for safety and

regulatory requirements.

TheTriStarMPPT600Vcontrollershouldbeinstalledbyaqualiedtechnicianaccordingtothe

electrical rules of the country in which the product will be installed.

TriStar MPPT 600V controllers comply with the following EMC standards:

• Immunity:EN61000-6-2:2005

• Emissions:EN55022:22007withA1andA3ClassB1

• Safety:EN60335-1andEN60335-2-29(batterychargers)

A means shall be provided to ensure all pole disconnection from the power supply. This discon-

nectionshallbeincorporatedinthexedwiring.

Using the TriStar MPPT 600V grounding terminal (in the wiring compartment), a permanent and

reliable means for grounding shall be provided. The clamping of the earthing shall be secured

against accidental loosening.

The entry openings to the TriStar MPPT 600V wiring compartment shall be protected with conduit

or with a bushing.

FCC requirements:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This

device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interferencethatmaycauseundesiredoperation.ChangesormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbyMorningstar

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.