OzCharge OC-SR30 User Manual

OC-SR30 Manual - Rev 1.0

Solar Controller / Battery Charger

Input: DC12V Solar Panel (Max. 25V)

Output: DC12V 30A

Model Number: OC-SR30

User’s Manual and Important Safety Information

Congratulations on purchasing an OzCharge Solar Controller Regulator.
OzCharge Controllers are comprised of the latest technology and suited to Aussie conditions:

Please carefully read these instructions before installing and using this device.

FEATURES

• Suits Gel, AGM, Conventional lead-acid and Calcium Batteries.

• Built in regulator to prevent your battery from being overcharged. Overcharging occurs when the charge voltage is

unregulated. This can result in premature battery failure.

• Can be connected to the battery permanently to keep the battery fully charged by using a process called “floating”.
This means the controller will stop charging when the battery is full and will automatically start charging the battery
as required. This process will also reduce water loss and help prevent the battery from ‘drying out’.

• Protects your battery from discharge at night. Under low light or no light conditions the solar panel voltage could be
less than the battery voltage. The unit contains a special circuit which prevents cu rrent flowing back from the
battery and into the solar panel.

• Coloured LED’s to indicate the operational status when there is power from the solar panel.

• Digital LCD to indicate battery voltage / current.

• Surface Mount or Flush Panel Mount options.

For use with 12 Volt Solar Panels Only.
Suitable for Solar Panels up to 510 Watts.

OC-SR30 Manual - Rev 1.0

WARNING – IMPORTANT PLEASE READ…

• This device is to be used with 12V (nominal) Solar Panels only and the Panel(s) should not exceed 510W (30A)
(total) limit.

• This charger is designed for indoor use only and should never be exposed to rain.

• Do not disassemble the charger. Take to a qualified person if the unit requires repairing.

• Lead acid batteries can be dangerous. Ensure no sparks or flames are present when working near batteries.

• Eye protection should always be used. Never short circuit the battery

• Given sufficient light solar panels always generate energy even when they are disconnected. Accidental ‘shorting’

of the terminals or wiring can result in sparks causing personal injury or a fire hazard. We recommend that you
cover up the panel(s) wit h some s ort of soft clot h so you can block all incoming light during the installation. This will
ensure that no damage is caused to the Solar Panel or Battery if the wires are accidentally short circuited.

• Always install a battery fuse on each circuit including the solar controller

• Do not reverse connect the wires to the solar panel or battery.

MOUNTING THE DEVICE

The Solar Controller has two mounting options.

1. Surface mount:

The quickest and easiest way to mount the unit is to use the two plastic spacers and self tapping screws supplied and
mount the unit to a flat surface,

2. Flush (panel) mount:

Before deciding to use this mounting method, please ensure there is sufficient depth behind the controller or in the
cavity. (Refer to Diagram below)
Using the dimensions shown in the followi ng diagram, mark a 95mm x 159mm rectangle where you wish to mou nt the
controller and cut-out the panel opening then use the two self- tapping screws supplied to secure the unit.

Note: You can use the card insert from the packaging as a guide for the CUT OUT.