GENERAL OPERATION:
Note that the knob must be firmly depressed prior to manual rotation, in
order to disengage the motor drive. Failure to do this could damage the
motor drive.
The Motorised Battery Switch, (720-MDO) has two modes of operation, Auto and Manual.
There is an LED located on both the battery switch and the optional remote key switch,
indicating battery switch status.
AUTO OPERATION:
When the remote switch is turned on, the 720-MDO moves from a state of “Auto Off” to
“Auto On”, and the “Auto On” LED becomes illuminated.
Auto operation of the Battery Switch is not possible whilst in manual mode. Knob must be
returned to “Auto Off” or “Auto On” before normal auto operation can continue.
Auto Mode LED Indications:
LED OFF:
Battery switch is off
LED ON:
Battery switch is on
MANUAL OPERATION:
The automatic operation of the 720-MDO battery switch can be overridden at anytime
by depressing the control knob and turning clockwise towards the “Man On” position or
counter clockwise towards the “Man Off” position.
During the time that the Battery switch is in “Man On” mode, the “Man On” LED is
Illuminated.
Removing the switch knob:
The knob is removable for security or maintenance reasons.
Place switch in “Manual Off” position, then press and rotate the knob anticlockwise to
remove. Once knob is removed, remote activation of the battery switch is not possible.
Note:
For standard installation (PCB/motor power supply using factory default configuration), Battery must be connected to the
Input Stud
, otherwise switch will not operate in Auto mode.
Battery cables must be correctly selected for the maximum loads expected.
Cables must be a minimum of 1x 95mm² (3/0) to achieve 350 amps continuous.
Cables must be a minimum of 2x 95mm² (2x 3/0) to achieve 500 amps continuous.
Ensure nuts on studs are correctly tightened. Recommended torque is 18 Nm (13.3 lbf). Maximum torque 25 Nm (18.5 lbf).
Any latching on/off remote switch can be used to activate the 720-MDO.
INSTALLATION:
Motorised Battery Switch
Model: 720-MDO (Version 8)
OPERATION AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
