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Using the solar blanket PSB150
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6.3 Operating the solar blanket
Setting the battery type
!
The solar charge controller provides six battery types for selections: LiFePO4, LTO,
Gel, AGM, WET (conventional lead acid) and Calcium. The default setting is AGM.
➤ Press the BATTERY TYPE button for 3 seconds to enter the battery type selec-
tion mode.
✓ The battery type is shown on the LCD display.
➤ Press the BATTERY TYPE until the correct battery type is selected.
Monitoring the charging stages
You also can visually monitor your battery charging condition via a battery bar on the
top of display. If the battery is charging, the battery bar will be flashing. If the battery
is fully charged, the battery bar will turn on.
The unit has a 5-stage charging algorithm.
•
Soft Charge (1):
When batteries had an over-discharge, the controller will softly ramp the battery
voltage up to 10 V.
•
Bulk Charge (2):
Maximum current charging until battery rises to Absorption charge.
•
Absorption Charge (3):
Constant voltage charging until battery is over 85%.
CAUTION!
An incorrect battery type setting may damage your battery. Check your
battery manufacturer’s specifications to select the correct battery type.
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
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