Morningstar - Model ProStar PWM - Solar Charge Controller - Manual

6 or 10 ampsTMTMTMShSShSShSSOLAR CONTROLLERfOR SOLAR hOmE SySTEmS up TO 170 WATTSMorningstar’s well-known high quality and reliability is now available in a low cost solar controller. The SHS Controller is ideal for rural electrification systems with one to three solar panels. This controller meets World Bank specifications and provides many features and benefits. The SHS Night Light version has automatic lighting control.Benefits of a Solar ControllerIt is important to include a controller in a solar power system. Reduces Cost of Battery ReplacementsThe low voltage disconnect will increase battery life. The loads are automatically disconnected when the battery is low and automatically reconnected after the battery is recharged. Complete charging will increase battery life and storage capacity. The controller will maxi mize the amount of solar energy into the battery and avoid drying out the battery. provides useful InformationLEDs display status information and battery level which helps the user to better operate the solar power system. Advantages of the ShS ControllerMorningstar’s SHS controller has many advantages compared to other controllers: Low CostThe SHS was specifically designed to meet the needs of the rural electrification market. The low cost resulted from using the latest electronic technology and high volume manufacturing. high Reliability All our controllers are designed for high quality and high reliability. The SHS controller is 100% solid state, has a low failure rate andwill last a long time. Electronic protections The SHS has built-in electronic fuses that do not require replacement. Any wiring mistakes during installation will not damage the controller. Tropicalization The SHS electronics are protected with a moisture-tight coating, minimizing damage from humidity and from nesting insects. Easy to useThe SHS controller is fully automatic and requires no adjustments or user selections. Automatic Lighting Control (Night Light version only)Automatically turns light on at dusk and turns light off at dawn. AuThORIzEd mORNINgSTAR dISTRIBuTOR:WARRANTy: Two year warranty period. Contact morningstar or your authorized distributor for complete terms.8 pheasant Run Newtown, pA 18940 uSA Tel: +1 215-321-4457 fax: +1 215-321-4458 E-mail: info@morningstarcorp.com Website: www.morningstarcorp.com© 2004-2012 morningSTAr corporATion prinTED in USA 213E-r2-1/12TMTMTMShSShSShSS o L A r c o n T r o L L E r T E C h N I C A L I N f O R m AT I O NRATINGS: (ALL 12 VOLT)SHS-6 100 WATTS OR 6 AMPS FOR SOLAR AND LOADSHS-10 170 WATTS OR 10 AMPS FOR SOLAR AND LOADSHS NIGHT LIGHT-6 100 WATTS OR 6 AMPS FOR SOLAR AND LIGHTSHS NIGHT LIGHT-10 170 WATTS OR 10 AMPS FOR SOLAR AND LIGHT• Regulation Point 14.3 Volts• Low voltage Disconnect 11.5 Volts• Low voltage Reconnect 12.6 Volts• Type of Charging Series PWM 4 Stage: Bulk, PWM, Boost and Float Temperature compensated charging• Electronic Protections Short circuit and overcurrent — solar and load Reverse polarity — solar, load, battery Reverse current at night High voltage — load Lightning — solar, load, battery• Tropicalization Circuit Board — conformal coated Terminals — corrosion protected• LED Indications Green charging Green-Yellow-Red battery levels Red low voltage warning and disconnect All 3 LEDs blink — to show mistakes• Terminals For wire sizes to 4 mm2• Dimensions 15.1 x 6.6 x 3.6 cm• Weight 113 g• Self-consumption 8 mA maximum• Temperature –25°C to +50°C• Humidity 100% non-condensing• Enclosure IP 22• Compliance CE, World Bank