ADVENTURER
30A PWM
Flush Mount Charge Controller w/ LCD Display
Version 2.0
Important Safety Instructions
Please save these instructions.
This manual contains important safety, installation, and operating instructions for the
charge controller. The following symbols are used throughout the manual:
Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme
WARNING
caution when performing this task.
Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation of
CAUTION
the controller.
Indicates a procedure or function that is important to the safe
NOTE
and proper operation of the controller.
General Safety Information
Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning the
installation.
There are no serviceable parts for this controller. Do NOT disassemble or attempt to
repair the controller.
Make sure all connections going into and from the controller are tight. There may be
sparks when making connections, therefore, make sure there are not flammable
materials or gases near installation.
Charge Controller Safety
NEVER connect the solar panel array to the controller without a battery. Battery must
be connected first. This may cause a dangerous occurrence where the controller
would experience a high open circuit voltage at the terminals.
Ensure input voltage does not exceed 50 VDC to prevent permanent damage. Use
the Open Circuit (Voc) to make sure the voltage does not exceed this value when
connecting panels together in series.
The charge controller should be installed indoors in a well-ventilated, cool, and dry
environment.
Do NOT allow water to enter the controller.
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Battery Safety
Do
NOT
let the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery touch each
other.
Explosive battery gases may be present while charging. Be certain there is
enough ventilation to release the gases.
Be 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.
Over-charging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates
and activate material shedding on them. Too high of an equalizing charge or too
long of one may cause damage. Please carefully review the specific requirements
of the battery used in the system.
Equalization is carried out only for non-sealed / vented / flooded / wet cell lead
acid batteries.
Do NOT equalize VRLA type AGM / Gel / Lithium cell batteries UNLESS permitted
by battery manufacturer.
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Connect battery terminals to the charge controller BEFORE
WARNING
connecting the solar panel(s) to the charge controller.NEVER connect
solar panels to charge controller until the battery is connected.
Once equalization is active in the battery charging, it will not exit this
stage unless there is adequate charging current from the solar panel.
There should be NO load on the batteries when in equalization
charging stage.
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Table of Contents
General Information
Product Overview
Identification of Parts
Dimensions
Included Components
Optional Components
Installation
Flush Mounting
Surface Mount Attachment
Wiring
Operation
System Status Icons
Change the Parameters
Power Generation Interface -> Reset
Battery Interface -> Set Battery Type
Battery Temperature Interface -> Change from C° to F°
Set Battery Type to Lithium -> Set Lithium Parameters
Lithium Battery Activation
PWM Technology
Four Charging Stages
System Status Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Fusing
Technical Specifications
Battery Charging Parameters
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General Information
The Adventurer is an advanced charge controller for off-grid solar applications. Integrating
highly efficient PWM charging, this controller increases battery life and improved system
performance. It can be used for 12V or 24V battery or battery bank. The controller is
embedded with self-diagnostics and electronic protection functions that prevent damages
from installation mistakes or system faults.
Key Features
Automatic recognition for 12V or 24V system voltage.
30A charging capacity.
Backlit LCD screen for displaying system operating information and data.
Compatible with AGM, Sealed, Gel, Flooded, and Lithium batteries.
4 Stage PWM charging: Bulk, Boost. Float, and Equalization.
Temperature compensation and correcting the charging and discharging parameters
automatically, improving battery lifetime.
Protection against: overcharging, over current, short-circuit, and reverse polarity.
Unique USB port on the front display.
Integrated communication port for remote monitoring
Charges over-discharged lithium iron-phosphate batteries
Specifically designed for RV application and allows for aesthetically clean flush
mounting on walls.
Remote temperature compensation compatible.
Remote battery voltage sensor compatible.
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Identification of Parts
Product Overview
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Label Description
USB Port 5V, Up to 2.4A USB port for charging USB devices.
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Select Button Cycle through the interface
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Enter Button Parameter Setting button
LCD Display Blue Backlit LCD displays system status information
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Mounting Holes diameter holes for mounting the controller
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PV Terminals Positive and Negative PV Terminals
Battery Terminals Positive and Negative Battery Terminals
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RS232 Port
Temperature
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Sensor Port
BVS
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PV+ BATT+ BATT-
PV-
Communication port for connecting monitoring accessories
such as Bluetooth, requires a separate purchase.
Battery Temperature Sensor port utilizing data for accurate
temperature compensation and charge voltage adjustment.
Battery Voltage Sensor port for measuring the battery
voltage accurately with longer line runs.
RS232
Temp.
Sensor
Batt.
Remote
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