Re: [RE-wrenches] Out Back FM-80 Problem

Dave, We haven't seen this particular problem with the FM80, but we've had others. Specifically, we've seen the "locking up" Howie reported. The customer is now on their third unit (firmware version 001.009.017). This one puts out 90 amps occasionally. I don't think it's supposed to do that. As I

Re: [RE-wrenches] Out Back FM-80 Problem

Hey Dave, I had a very similar experience (with the Apollo) with almost an identical array (190's on 3 Pole Tops). After the Apollo smoked 5 times I finally stopped hitting my head against the wall and switched to the FM80 about 1.5 years ago. The FM80 has worked well since until today, when it

Re: [RE-wrenches] Out Back FM-80 Problem

We have an off grid system experiencing charge controller issues. 3.24kW PV array (18) Evergreen ES-180's in (6) strings of (3) modules in series. Approximately 77 VDC Vmp, 60 Amps typically highest charging amps into a 33.6kWh (rated storage) 48 volt battery bank. Charge controller originally was