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Product version: DCM3.2
Page 19
Date: 12/05/05
12 Frequently Asked Questions
Q:
When calibrating the amps load, the display cannot be changed.
A:
You will need to do a factory Reset, Amps zero and then apply a load of more than 10A before you
enter the amps calibration screen in the set up menu.
Q:
Screen displays: (DC Amps discharge over range)
A1:
This could be normal because you have exceeded the meter rating of 225A
A2:
You will need to do a factory reset then apply a load of more than 10A, before you enter the amps
calibration screen in the set up menu.
Q:
With no load, there is still an amps reading.
A:
The Zero has drifted, you will need to carry out a Zero reset, with no load on the system.
Q:
The A/Hrs are not what I would expect.
A1:
The batteries could be sulfated.
A2:
Re-calculate Peukert's exponent as described on page 7 & 8.
Q:
The current display is unstable.
A:
Check that a screened twisted pair cable has been used from the shunt to the meter and that it is
installed correctly.
Q:
Meter has no amps reading.
A:
Check screen wiring on shunt cable; screen from load side (not battery side) of shunt to terminal 8 at
the meter.
Q:
“Reset all” is on the display
A:
If “reset all” comes up on the screen at any time, the meter has detected a fault. Disconnect power from
the unit and then reconnect. “If reset all” remains on the screen please contact your local BEP agent.
