Manual

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1 PRODUCT FUNCTION
1.6 Battery Test Mode
The unit features a battery test mode which occurs every 100 seconds. The test
mode is designed to both test that the input conditions are still met and check
for the presence of a battery on the output of the unit. This feature is designed
to protect the vehicle battery from over discharge and protect the vehicle and
wiring in the event of damage to the output connection. During low output
current situations (when in Float mode for example) this battery test may take
up to 60 seconds to complete.
2 INSTALLATION
2.1 Install Location
The charger is suitable for mounting in the cabin of the vehicle, along a chassis
rail or in the engine bay (ensure the unit does not become covered by a build
up of mud or other). It is important to ensure the charger is mounted as close
as possible to the battery being charged (auxiliary battery). Certain batteries
are better suited to each of these types of installations so it is important to
select the correct battery type. For more information consult your battery
manufacturer’s specifi cations.
Lithium type (LiFePO
4
) batteries are not suitable for engine bay installations.
Refer to fi gure 1.2.1 for selecting the best
Charge Profi le for your installation.
The charger should be mounted in
any orientation (so that the front
decal is visible) using the 4 mounting
tabs provided on the heatsink (refer
fi gure 2.1.1) using suitably sized
screws.
The unit will operate optimally below
55°C/130°F with good airfl ow. At
higher temperatures the unit will
de-rate output current up to 80°C/
175°F at which point the unit will
turn OFF.
Figure 2.1.1 - Mounting the Charger