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MPPT 75/15 load output works in strange ways

The MPPT is connected to my 400W 45 volt solar array. I want to power a 12V pump from the load side terminals. A 12V battery is connected to the BATT terminals The load output won't work regardless of settings on the app unless I also connect the 12V pump directly to the battery. This is inconvenient since I don't want the pump running constantly. Any advice will be appriieciated1

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Matthias Lange - DE answered ·

The inrush current of the pump might be to high and is detected as a short circuit.

What power does the pump have?

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jandrovich avatar image jandrovich commented ·

Thanks for your reply. The pump specs shows it draws 180 watts and about 12-13 Volts DC when connected directly to the 12V battery. I will check amperage and let you know that reading later today.

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jetlag answered ·

By the way, the solar array is also way to big for this MPPT. You have almost double as much connected then recommended...

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