TriStar MPPT Installation and Operation Manual

5TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual
Installation Safety Precautions
WARNING:
This unit is not provided with a GFDI device. This charge controller must be used with an
external GFDI device as required by the Article 690 of the National Electrical Code for
the installation location.
• Mount the TriStar MPPT indoors. Prevent exposure to the elements and do not allow wa-
ter to enter the controller.
• Install the TriStar MPPT in a location that prevents casual contact. The TriStar MPPT
heatsink can become very hot during operation.
• Use insulated tools when working with batteries.
• Avoid wearing jewelry during installation.
• The battery bank must be comprised of batteries of same type, make, and age.
• Do not smoke in the vicinity of the battery bank.
• Power connections must remain tight to avoid excessive heating from a loose connection.
• Use properly sized conductors and circuit interrupters.
• Thegroundingterminalislocatedinthewiringcompartmentandisidentiedbythesym-
bol below.
Ground Symbol
• This charge controller is to be connected to DC circuits only. These DC connections are
identiedbythesymbolbelow.
Direct Current Symbol