Windy Nation P30L LCD 30A Solar Charge Controller - Manual (Page 3)

P30L User Manual
Revision 1.0
1 INTRODUCTION
The WindyNation P30L Solar Charge Controller provides an intelligent multifunctional charging and power
management solution for the solar charging of 12 and 24 volt battery systems. Operation is conveniently
presented and parameters are controlled via a customized LCD display screen interface.
The controller features an automatic 12V or 24V DC detect function that will identify the battery voltage upon
initial battery connection and uses Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) allowing for a highly efficient and battery-
friendly charge control. An external temperature sensor provides software controlled charge compensation
that accurately adjusts the over-discharge and over-charge voltages to maximize your batteries’ life.
Built in protection includes overload, short circuit, reverse polarity, lightning/surge, PV panel reverse current,
over charging, and discharging protection. In the event of a short circuit or overload event, the system will be
protected and remain undamaged.
The enclosure is made of durable plastic with visual LCD graphic symbols to provide status indications of
charge, battery status, and system faults.
Read this manual carefully before installing or using the controller and keep it for future reference.
1.1 F EATURES
Compact size is easy to mount on wall or panel.
Visual LCD display
User adjustable operation
Intelligent PWM Charging Mode
Automatic battery charging temperature compensation
User settable charging & discharging voltage parameters
User settable working modes of loads
Accumulative function of charging & discharging AH
Protection for battery bank discharging
Protection for battery low voltage
Battery reverse polarity protection
Delayed auto restart after overloading protection
Charge controller maintains batteries and extends battery life
Convenient screw terminals for wiring
Separate connections for PV panel, battery, and load
Built-in overload and short circuit protection
User selectable on, off, and time modes
Wide operating temperature range -
14 +140
1.2 S AFETY I NFORMATION
Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully prior to use. Pay special attention to the
IMPORTANT and WARNING statements in the manual.
WARNING:
Never install during a lightning storm or where unsafe voltages are present.
Solar panels produce power when exposed to light. Shade solar panels whenever solar panel wires are
exposed.
Do not use with equipment that exceeds the rated power for this device.
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