GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85: Overview & Specifications
# Overview & Specifications **Overview** A Solar Controller (or Charge Controller / Regulator) is an essential component of your photovoltaic solar system. The Controller maintains the life of the battery by protecting it from overcharging. When your batteries have reached a 100% state of charge, the Controller prev…
GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85: Cautions & Warnings
# Safety Instructions These are important instructions for model GP-MPPT-85/20 that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the GP-MPPT-85/20. ![][1] Disconnect all power sources Electricity can be very dangerous. Installation should be performed only by a licensed electrician or qualified person…
GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85: Operations
# How to operate the GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85 **Battery Charging Profile Chart** NOTE: Values before and after the slash correspond to 12 and 24 V systems respectively. ![][1] **LED Display** _Start Up_ When GP-MPPT-85/20 is connected to the battery bank, the controller will start a power up mode which tak…
GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85: Installation & Mounting
# How to install and mount the GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85 **Choosing a Location** The GP-MPPT-85/20 is designed to be mounted vertically. Allow at least 2in (5cm) of space around GP-MPPT-85/20 for cooling. Install on non-flammable surface. Do not install in direct sunlight. The GP-MPPT-85/20 should be: • Mount…
GP-MPPT Solar Controller 20-85: Troubleshooting
Before a problem is suspected with the system, read this section. There are numerous events that may appear as problems but are in fact perfectly normal. Troubleshooting Problems is split into four sub-sections, grouped by symptoms involving key components. Components considered irrelevant in a diagnosis are denoted ‘…
