General Information; Overview - Morningstar EcoBoost MPPT EB-MPPT-20 Manual De Instalación, Operación Y Mantenimiento

• Servicing of batteries should be performed, or supervised,
by personnel knowledgeable about batteries, and the
proper safety precautions.
• Be very careful when working with large lead-acid
batteries. Wear eye protection and have fresh water
available in case there is contact with the battery acid.
• Remove watches, rings, jewelry and other metal objects
before working with batteries.
• Wear rubber gloves and boots
• Use tools with insulated handles and avoid placing tools or
metal objects on top of batteries.
• Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or discon-
necting battery terminals.
• Determine if battery is inadvertently grounded. If so, re-
move the source of contact with ground. Contact with any
part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock.
The likelihood of such a shock can be reduced if battery
grounds are removed during installation and maint enance
(applicable to equipment and remote
not having a grounded supply circuit).
• Carefully read the battery manufacturer's instructions
before installing / connecting to, or removing batteries
from, the EcoBoost MPPT.
• Be very careful not to short circuit the cables connected to
the battery.
• Have someone nearby to assist in case of an accident.
• Explosive battery gases can be present during charging.
Be certain there is enough ventilation to release the
gases.
• Never smoke in the battery area.
• If battery acid comes into contact with the skin, wash with
soap and water. If the acid contacts the eye, flood with fresh
water and get medical attention.
• Be sure the battery electrolyte level is correct before starting
charging. Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery.
• Recycle the battery when it is replaced.
4 Important Safety Instructions
battery supplies
2.0

GENERAL INFORMATION

2.1 Overview

Thank you for choosing the EcoBoost MPPT charge control-
ler with TrakStar MPPT Technology. The EcoBoost MPPT
TM
is an advanced maximum power point tracking solar battery
charger. The controller features a smart tracking algorithm
that finds and maintains operation at the power source's
peak power point, maximizing energy harvest.
The EcoBoost MPPT 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 to
become familiar the many benefits the EcoBoost MPPT can
provide for your PV systems, for example:
• Rated for 12 or 24 volt systems, and 20, 30 or 40 Amps of
charging current
• Testing indicates peak short-circuit current of 620A on the
PV terminals and 850A on the battery terminals. This is for
informational purposes only. No specific action required.
• Fully protected with automatic and manual recovery
• Seven standard charging programs selectable with DIP
switches
• Continuous self-testing with fault notification
• LED indications and push-button or meter key functions
• Power terminal maximum of #6 AWG wire.
• Digital meter display options
• Optional remote battery temperature sensor
• 2-year warranty (see Section 6.0)
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