Installation
ProStar Operator’s Manual
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STEP 3: Remote Temperature Sensor
WARNING:
Risk of Fire.
If no Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS) is
connected, use the ProStar within 3m (10 ft) of the
batteries. Internal Temperature Compensation will be
used if the RTS is not connected. Use of the RTS is
strongly recommended.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Risque d'incendie.
Si aucun capteur de température à distance
(RTS) n'est connecté, utilisez le ProStar à moins de 3
m (10 pieds) des piles. La compensation de tempéra-
ture interne sera utilisée si le RTS n'est pas connecté.
L'utilisation du RTS est fortement recommandée.
All charging settings are based on 25°C (77°F). If
the battery temperature varies by 5°C, the charging
setting will change by 0.15 Volts for a 12 Volt battery.
This is a substantial change in the charging of
the battery, and the use of the optional Remote
Temperature Sensor (RTS) is recommended to adjust
charging to the actual battery temperature.
The need for temperature compensation depends
on the temperature variations, battery type, how
the system is used, and other factors. If the battery
appears to be gasing too much or not charging
enough, the RTS can be added at any time after the
system has been installed.
Connect the RTS to the 2-position terminal located to
the left of the (+) Load terminal (see Figure 3.3).
The RTS is supplied with 33 ft (10 m) of 22 AWG (0.34
mm2) cable. There is no polarity, so either wire (+ or
-) can be connected to either screw terminal. The RTS
cable may be pulled through conduit along with the
power wires. Tighten the connector screws to 5 in-lb
(0.56 Nm) of torque. Separate installation instructions
are provided inside the RTS bag.
CAUTION:
Equipment Damage
Never place the temperature sensor inside a
battery cell. Both the RTS and the battery
will be damaged.
ATTENTION :
Dommages matériels
Ne placez jamais le capteur de température
dans un cellule de batterie. Le RTS et la batterie
sera endommagé.
NOTE:
The ProStar will use the local
temperature sensor for compensation if the
RTS is not used.
NOTE:
The RTS cable may be shortened if
the full length is not needed. Be sure to
re-install the ferrite choke on the end of the RTS if
a length of cable is removed. This choke ensures
compliance with electromagnetic emissions standards.
