User manual
Table Of Contents
- 1 General information
- 2 Quick guide
- 3 Overview
- 4 Installation of the base system
- 5 Initial commissioning of the base system
- 6 Installation and initial commissioning of optional components
- 6.1 Commissioning the SD card (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 6.2 AUX 1,2,3 relay output connection (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 6.3 AUX IO remote control input connection (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 6.4 PA TS-S external temperature sensor connection
- 6.5 StecaLink slave connection
- 6.6 StecaLink master connection (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 6.7 UART/RS-232 interface connection (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 6.8 Redundancy function (MPPT 6000-S only)
- 6.9 Install cable strain relief
- 7 Display (layout, function, operation)
- 8 System functions
- 8.1 Protection functions
- 8.2 Battery type setting
- 8.3 Current limit system setting (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.4 Current limit device setting
- 8.5 Lead-acid battery system functions
- 8.5.1 Equalisation cycle mode
- 8.5.2 Battery control mode (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.5.3 Battery capacity test (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.5.4 Battery type
- 8.5.5 Battery capacity
- 8.5.6 Current limit system (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.5.7 Current limit device
- 8.5.8 Charge voltages
- 8.5.9 IUIA charge mode (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.5.10 Start boost charge
- 8.5.11 Battery temperature sensor
- 8.5.12 Cable compensation
- 8.5.13 PV string connection
- 8.5.14 Expert menu
- 8.6 Li-Ion battery system functions (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.7 NiCd battery system functions (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.8 StecaLink bus
- 8.9 Internal data logger
- 8.10 Clear log data
- 8.11 Clear event log
- 8.12 Factory settings
- 8.13 UART/RS-232 interface (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 8.14 Acoustic alarm
- 8.15 SD card (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 9 Control functions via AUX 1/2/3 (MPPT 6000-M only)
- 10 Troubleshooting
- 11 Maintenance, dismounting and disposal
- 12 Technical data
- 13 Guarantee conditions, exclusion of liability, contacts, notes

1 General information
1.1
General safety instructions
n This document is part of the product.
n Only technical professionals may perform the work described in this manual.
n Install and use the device only after reading and understanding this document.
n Always perform the measures described in this document in the sequence specified.
n Keep this document in a safe place for the entire service life of the device. Pass the document
on to subsequent owners and operators of the device.
n Incorrect operation can reduce solar system yields or damage system components.
n The device must not be connected to the DC cables if it has a damaged casing.
n Immediately take the device out of operation and disconnect it from the battery and modules if
any of the following components is damaged:
–
device (not functioning, visible damage, smoke, penetration of liquid etc.),
– connected cables,
– solar module,
– battery.
Do not switch the system on again before the following requirements are satisfied:
– The device has been repaired by a dealer or the manufacturer.
– Damaged cables or solar modules have been repaired by a technical specialist.
n Battery acid splashes on skin or clothing should be immediately treated with soap suds and
rinsed with plenty of water. Immediately seek medical advice in the case of injuries.
n If battery acid splashes into the eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
n Never cover the device.
n Do not open the casing: Risk of death! Invalidation of the guarantee! Only the terminal cover
may be removed by a technical professional for installation or repair purposes.
n Do not operate the device without the terminal cover installed. Risk of death!
n Factory labels and markings must never be altered, removed or rendered unreadable.
n Observe the manufacturer's manual when connecting an external device that is not described in
this document. Incorrectly connected devices can damage the controller.
n This device is not intended for:
– children,
– persons with physical, sensory or mental impairment,
– persons without sufficient experience or knowledge, unless they are instructed in the use
of the device, and initially supervised, by a person responsible for their safety.
1.2 Identification
General information
Feature Description
Types MPPT 6000-M; MPPT 6000-S
Issue version of the manual Z01
756.404 | Z01 | 16.06
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