User manual

2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION 7
2.0
2.2 Features
The features of the SunSaver MPPT are shown in Figure 1
below. An explanation of each feature is provided.
Figure 1. SunSaver MPPT features.
1 - Status LED
An LED indicator that shows charging status and also
indicates when a solar input fault condition exists.
2 - Power Terminal Block
Power terminations for system Solar, Battery, and Load
connections.
3 - Battery Select Jumper
A removable jumper to select the battery type.
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4 - Meter Connection
A communication port for the Morningstar Remote Meter
or Personal Computer (PC) connection. A MSC adapter is
required, available separately.
5 - Settings Switches
Adjustment switches that dene the operating parameters
of the SunSaver MPPT.
6 - Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS) Terminals
Connection point for a Morningstar RTS (optional) to
remotely monitor battery temperature.
NOTE: The use of a Remote Temperature Sensor is
strongly recommended. Controller location, air ow, and
system power can drastically affect the local temperature
sensor reading. A RTS will provide optimal charging
performance.
7 - Local Temperature Sensor
Measures ambient temperature. Battery regulation is
adjusted based on ambient temperature unless an optional
RTS is installed.
8 - Battery Status LEDs
Provides approximate battery state of charge indication
and also indicates when a system or load fault condition
exists.