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USER GUIDE
2012A-0627
RLH 24V 300 Watt Solar Power Supply Solar power system with 150AH backup battery in NEMA-4X Cabinet
Overview The RLH 300W solar power supply is a fully integrated solution provide remote powering for industrial equipment. RLH solar power supplies are engineered with durable and highly efficient solar electric panels to ensure reliable operation in any 300W 24V Solar Power Supply w/150Ah Battery Pack
geographical region. The charge controller continuously maintains the correct 24V charge level on the 150Ah battery pack, and ensures a seamless power transition to battery power when needed. The charge controller allows maximum array current to flow into the batteries, and the temperature sensor adjusts the charging current based on ambient conditions. A digital LCD display shows battery voltage, solar amps, equipment amps, and battery level.
Standard Features Complete solar power system with panels, charge controller and sealed batteries in a steel pedestal Cabinet is outdoor rated and includes padlock ring and recessed hex latches Includes fuse holder and screw down connection terminals
The gel batteries are sealed and maintenance free, and are field replaceable. The system includes a NEMA-4X outdoor rated, aluminum cabinet to house the batteries, charge controller and related equipment. The cabinet may wall or pole mounted (pole mount kit optional), and includes mounting hardware.
Solar panels include flexible mounting hardware for easy mounting onto poles or structures Sealed 24V 150Ah battery array, field replaceable Batteries are warranted for 10 years Built-in battery test function
The cabinet comes pre-wired and includes a fuse to protect the system. The panels and charge controller are covered by our Exclusive Unconditional Lifetime Warranty.
Convenient LCD display shows battery voltage, solar amps, equipment amps, and battery level Solar panels and charge controller are covered by our Exclusive Unconditional Lifetime Warranty
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Panel Information 52”
Upper Bracket
South Cable Tie Power Cable
64”
Solar Panel
Mounting Pole 35 ~ 60˚
Tilt Leg
300W Solar Panel Assembly Rear View
Mounting Diagram Side View Lower Bracket
Battery/Charge Controller Cabinet
Batteries
–
+
–
+
3
4
20A Fuse Charge Controller –
+ 1
–
+ 2
Connection Diagram
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Installation Plan the installation of the battery/charge controller cabinet and solar panel array prior to installation. For best results, mount the cabinet as close to the panels as practicable. Mount the cabinet and Install and connect the batteries prior to connecting the solar panels. Refer to the battery/charge controller cabinet wiring diagram. Mount the solar panel assembly in an appropriate South facing (in the Northern hemisphere) location. •
The location should be free of shadow between the hours of 9:00am and 3:00pm
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For the maximum power generation, the solar panels must be situated with the proper amount of tilt for the latitude of installation.
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Refer to the latitudinal chart to determine the proper amount of tilt for your location. Note that all figures refer to angle from horizontal.
For pole mounting, mount the panel assembly to a 4” diameter pole using the U-bolts provided. Alternatively, mount the panel to a wall using appropriate hardware depending on the type of structure. Adjust the telescoping tilt legs for optimum sun angle, and tighten all bolts securely after making adjustments. Since the top of the panel is close to the wall/pole mounting, it is best to route the panel wiring at the top. The panel wiring is connected directly to the solar battery charge controller inside the battery cabinet. A section of wiring and liquid tight conduit is provided for ease of installation. Refer to the charge controller operation manual for additional information on the displays and indicators of the charge controller.
Solar panels face South
Recommended Solar Panel Tilt Angle (From horizontal) 90˚
75˚
60˚ 45˚
Mercator Projection
30˚
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System Components SOLAR PANEL ARRAY
Aluminum alloy mounting frame Mounting feet, brackets, and hardware Tilt legs, universal mounting brackets and hardware Liquid tight junction box NEMA-4X outdoor rated, welded, galvanized steel construction
CABINET
Wall mount brackets Standard recessed can wrench latches Padlock ring Sealed gel type batteries Prewired charge controller ½” x 6” long galvanized bolts with nuts and washers for mounting
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
U-bolts and hardware for 4” pole mounting of solar panels 25ft. Outdoor rated #12 AWG wiring 25ft. Outdoor rated liquid tight conduit
Ordering Information
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Part Number
Description
RLH-300-24-150
300W 48V Solar Power Supply with 150AH batteries and charge controller in 36x30x13 NEMA-4X cabinet
8806-1250-08RB
150A 24V Replacement Battery Set (Set of 4)
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Specifications SOLAR ARRAY
TYPE
2 x150W Solar Panel
RATED MAXIMUM POWER (Pmax)
300W
TOLERANCE
± 3%
VOLTAGE @ Pmax (Vmp)
29.3V
CURRENT @ Pmax (Imp)
2.76A
SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT (Isc)
2.94A
OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE (Voc)
43.2V
NOMINAL OPERATING CELL TEMPERATURE
47˚C ± 2˚C
CELL TYPE
Mono
WIND LOADING
50lbs/sq. ft.
PANEL DIMENSIONS
H 64” x W 52” x D 1.6” (810mm x 1318mm x 40mm)
STANDARD TEST CONDITIONS
AM -1.5 STC=1000W/m2 TC=25˚C
WARNING Electric Hazard: This unit produces DC electricity when exposed to light. Cover the panel surface before removing terminal junction box or connecting to charge controller pedestal.
CABINET
BATTERY PACK
CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Diode across solar array input
FUSE
20A fuse
CABINET CONSTRUCTION
Thermoplastic
CABINET DIMENSIONS
H 36” x W 30” x L 13”
CHARGE CONTROLLER
Digital charge controller with battery status indicators
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
24VDC
WORKING TEMP., HUMIDITY
-20 ~ +70˚ C, 20 ~ 90% RH
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-20 ~ +85˚ C, 10 ~ 95% RH
VOLTAGE
24VDC (4 X 12VDC)
CAPACITY
150Ah
BATTERY TYPE
Deep Cycle, Sealed Gel, Lead acid
HOUSING (ea.)
Polypropylene UL 94-V0/File E50955
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Warranty RLH is recognized throughout the U.S. and offers the only UNCONDITIONAL LIFETIME WARRANTY in the telecommunications industry. We are very proud of our warranty which simply states that our Fiber Optic Link products are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the LIFE OF THE PRODUCT.
We can offer this warranty because: • • • •
We We We We
believe our customers shouldn't have to incur additional costs due to failure or damage engineer and manufacture our Fiber Optic Links in the USA, with total confidence in our quality understand how safety and reliability impact the total cost of ownership know that customer support extends beyond the initial sale, so we stand behind our products
RLH will replace any product, or part thereof, that fails FOR ANY REASON, provided the failed part is returned to RLH freight prepaid. This warranty is UNCONDITIONAL and valid even when RLH Fiber Optic Link assemblies have been abused or mishandled, where unauthorized repairs have been attempted or performed, or the product has been damaged as a result of a natural disaster. Compare this warranty to our competitors and see how our warranty will reduce your costs and simplify your maintenance activities. To make a warranty claim, or schedule repair or replacement of your RLH product, please contact us for an RMA number. You will be promptly assisted by one of our warranty specialists. All returns must have an RMA number before we can receive any items.
Technical Support Normal technical support:
(714) 532-1672
(Mon - Fri 6am - 6pm PST)
Toll Free 800-877-1672 Toll Free 866-DO-FIBER
Email:
[email protected]
24/7 technical support:
Toll Free 1-855-RLH-24X7
(Outside normal business hours)
Toll Free 1-855-754-2497
Contact Information Corporate Headquarters:
RLH Industries, Inc. 936 N. Main Street Orange, CA 92867 USA
Phone:
(714) 532-1672 Toll Free 1-800-877-1672 Toll Free 1-866-DO-FIBER
Fax:
(714) 532-1885
Email:
[email protected]
Web site:
www.fiberopticlink.com
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Please contact your RLH sales representative for pricing and delivery information. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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