Installing the device
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7.3 Connecting the device
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1. Connect the battery to the controller (fig.
7
).
2. Connect the positive cable of the solar panel to the controller (fig.
5
).
3. Connect the negative cable of the solar panel to the controller (fig.
6
).
When the controller is connected to the battery bank, it will start a power-up sequence which takes several seconds
to complete.The readiness of the controller is indicated by a LED signal (see chapter “LED indications” on page 9).
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NOTICE! Damage hazard
Install an in-line fuse as close to the positive battery terminal as possible. This installation
prevents any damage to the connected devices in case of excessive current.
Gauge
Fuse rating
#14 AWG - 1.6 mm
15 A
#12 AWG - 2 mm
20 A
#10 AWG - 2.6 mm
30 A
#8 AWG - 3.3 mm
40 A
DANGER! Health hazard
Operation of this device may produce a high voltage which could cause severe injuries
or death in case of improper installation or operation of this device.
NOTICE! Damage hazard
When working around a battery, do not allow tools to bridge the battery terminals or
short circuit any part of the battery.
NOTICE! Damage hazard
Battery cables must not be connected to the battery in reverse polarity, otherwise dam-
age to the device may occur.
NOTE
Plan out the wire routing before permanently mounting the devices and any wiring. In
many installations it is better to mock up the whole installation before mounting the
devices.
NOTICE! Damage hazard
The total rated Maximum Power Current (I
MP
) of the solar panel input should not
exceed 12 amps.
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