Grape Solar GS-200-KIT User Manual

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200 Watt Off-Grid Charging Kit
(GS-200-KIT)
Quick Connect Guide
IMPORTANT: Please read GS-PWM-COMET-40 charge
controller owner’s manual and GS-STAR-100W connection
guide (included with products) before assembling kit.
For additional information about Grape Solar products:
email Support@GrapeSolar.com, or
call 1-877-264-1014 for live telephone support.
GS-200-KIT PHOTOVOLTAIC
POWER GENERATION SYSTEM
QUICK CONNECT GUIDE Rev. 190316
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Check your order to make sure that all parts are included:
 GS-PWM-Comet 40 Charge Controller
 2x 10-Amp MC4 In-Line Fuse
 MC4 Branch Connector Set
 5-Foot Ring-lug Cable, Red
 5-Foot Ring-lug Cable, Black
 15-foot MC4 Cable
 2x GS- STAR-100W Solar Panel
Additional tools and equipment you will need:
◦Screwdriver– Philips Head ◦Wire Stripper/Cutter
◦12-Volt Deep-Cycle Battery Bank ◦Voltmeter (for Troubleshooting)
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To estimate how much average monthly
power this system should produce in your
area, please use the PV Watts Calculator
found at:
https://pvwatts.nrel.gov/
This System Size= 0.2 kW DC
(only applicable for zip codes in the U.S.A.)
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Grape Solar GS-200-KIT Specifications

General

Brand	Grape Solar
Model	GS-200-KIT
Category	Solar panel
Language	English

Summary

Kit Components and Tools

Check Solar Kit Components

Verify all included solar kit components are present before proceeding with installation.

Required Tools and Equipment

List of additional tools needed for installation, such as screwdrivers and deep-cycle batteries.

Installation Steps

Mounting Solar Panels

Position solar panels to face South at an optimal angle for maximum sunlight exposure.

Connect Controller to Battery

Connect the charge controller's battery terminals to the battery using appropriate cables.

Wire Preparation

Prepare the 10-gauge, 15-foot MC4 extension cable by cutting it into two equal halves.

Connect Panel Cables

Connect positive and negative solar panel cables to the charge controller's PV input.

Final System Check

Confirm charge controller display shows 'BAT %' increasing, indicating power flow.

Important Disclaimers

Installation Codes and Safety

Installations must comply with national/local codes; use proper fuses/breakers.

Battery Usage Guidelines

Use identical batteries; do not mix types, sizes, or ages to prevent performance issues.

Grape Solar Liability

Grape Solar is not liable for accuracy, suitability, or damages arising from manual use.