Quick Start Guide
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Specifications:
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In the Box:
#10
Mounting
Screws (x4)
Tools Required:
— #2 Philips Screwdriver
— 3/16 (5 mm) & 1/8" (3.8 mm) Flathead Screwdriver
— Drill with a 1/8" (3.8 mm) bit
— Multimeter
WARNING: Hazardous Voltage
The TriStar charge controller must be installed by
a qualified technician in accordance with the
electrical regulations of the country of installation.
WARNING: Hazardous Voltage
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.
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directly to the TriStar
PWM Installation
Manual and warranty
information online.
Contact Information:
Technical Support: morningstarcorp.com/support
Phone: 1-215-321-4457
TriStar Solar Charge
Controller
Warranty Registration: https://www.morningstarcorp.com/product-registration/
SOLAR CHARGING SYSTEM CONTROLLER
TS-45 TS-60 TS-60M
TriStar PWM Models:
Optional Accessories
Remote Temperature
Sensor (RTS)
TS-M-2
TS-RM-2
Ethernet MeterBus
Converter (EMC-1)
Mounting
Template
TriStar Charge
Controller
TriStar Charge Controller
(with Optional Meter)
For use with 12 Vdc, 24 Vdc,
or 48 Vdc Systems
Wire Sizes and Torque Requirements:
• Circuit Breakers or fuses are required in the positive cable for Battery, Solar, DC Load, or Diversion Load connections.
• Solar connections require a PV Ground Fault Disconnect.
• A fuse is required in the positive cable for the Voltage Sense connections.
• Fuse or breaker sizing must be based on required wire ampacity.
• If using a fuse, do NOT insert the fuse in the fuse-holder until after all the other connections have been completed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers:
IMPORTANT:
The TriStar Controller is designed to operate as a solar
charge controller, a load or lighting controller, OR a
diversion controller — one mode at a time and no
combined-mode operation.
Accessing the
wiring terminals:
To Access the Wiring Terminals:
1. Remove the 4 screws and star
washers from the faceplate.
2. Lift the faceplate away from
the base.
To Replace the Faceplate:
1. Align it with the base.
2. Replace the 4 screws and locking washers.
3. Hand tighten, careful not to over-tighten.
1
2
3
4
IMPORTANT:
Refer to Section 2.0, Installation, in the TriStar-PWM manual, for all details on installation requirements.
System design must comply with any applicable electrical code and regulations.
Relay Driver (RD-1)
MeterHub
MeterBus Communication
Hub (HUB-1)
TriStar-PWM-45
TriStar-PWM-60/M
Rated for 75°C Rated for 90°C
#8 AWG (10 mm
2
)#6 AWG (16 mm
2
)
Battery or Load Terminals
Torque
Maximum Length
Ground Terminal
#10 AWG (5 mm
2
)
#8 AWG (8 mm
2
)
MINIMUM WIRE SIZES AND TORQUE REQUIREMENTS
50 in-lbs. (5.56 Nm)
See Table 2.3-6a in the TriStar PWM Installation Manual for Maximum 1-way Wire Distance.
#6 AWG (16 mm
2
)#4 AWG (25 mm
2
)
2
See the Morningstar PV String Calculator at:
https://www.morningstarcorp.com/support/
CAUTION: This guide must be used with the full product manual that includes important information. Carefully
read the TriStar-PWM product manual for all specifications, safety, regulatory and warranty information, and for all
required instructions on installation procedures, configuration, and operation.
TS-45
Battery Voltage 12 Vdc, 24 Vdc, or 48 Vdc
Maximum Solar Input
Voltage
2
12 V Nominal Array Voc
24 V Nominal Array Voc
48 V Nominal Array Voc
Maximum Current
(Solar or Load)
45 A
TS-60
60 A
TS-60M
Battery Operating Voltage 9-68 V
Battery Types Supported Flooded, Sealed
Maximum Current
(Diversion)
30 A 40 A
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