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Appendices
Appendix 2 - Diversion Charge Control DIP Switch Settings
The
Diversion Charge Control
DIP function adjustments:
Figure A2-1 - Step 3 (Diversion) DIP Switch Functions
As shown in the diagram, all the positions are in the “OFF” position except
switches 1 and 7, which are “ON”.
NOTE: The DIP switches should be changed only when there is no power
to the controller. Turn off disconnect switches and remove all power to
the controller before changing a DIP switch. A fault will be indicated if a
switch is changed with the controller powered.
REMARQUE : Les commutateurs DIP ne doivent être changés que si le
contrôleur est hors tension. Mettez les interrupteurs sur arrêt et mettez
le contrôleur hors tension avant de changer un commutateur DIP. Une
panne sera indiquée en cas de changement d’un commutateur quand le
contrôleur est sous tension.
CAUTION: The TriStar is shipped with all the switches in the “OFF”
position. Each switch position must be confirmed during instal-
lation. A wrong setting could cause damage to the battery or
other system components.
PRUDENCE : Le TriStar est expédié avec tous les interrupteurs en
position « ARRÊT ». La position de chaque interrupteur doit être
confirmée pendant l’installation. Un mauvais réglage peut endommager
la charge ou d’autres composants du système.
The DIP switch settings described below are
Diversion Charge Control
only.
The DIP switches are shipped in the OFF position. With switches 1 and 7 in
the ON position, Diversion Charge Contol is set. The OFF settings will
operate as follows:
Switch
Function
1
Must be ON to set Diversion Control
2, 3
Auto voltage selected
4, 5, 6
Lowest battery charging voltage
7
Must be ON to set Diversion Control
8
Manual Equalization
To configure your TriStar for the diversion battery charging and control you
require, follow the DIP switch adjustments described below. To change a
switch from OFF to ON, slide the switch up toward the top of the controller.
Make sure each switch is fully in the ON or OFF position.
DIP Switch Number 1 - Control Mode: Solar Battery Charging
Control Switch 1
Charging
Off
Load
On
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP
ON
ON
O FF
Figure A2-2 - Step 3 DIP Switch #1
For the Diversion Charge Control mode, move the DIP switch to the ON
position as shown.
DIP Switches Number 2,3 - System Voltage:
Voltage
Switch 2
Switch 3
Auto Off Off
12 Off On
24
On
Off
48 On On
Auto Select
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP
ON
12 Volts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP
ON
ON
OFF
24 Volts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP
ON
48 Volts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP
ON
Figure A2-3 - Step 3 DIP Switches # 2,3
The auto voltage selection occurs when the battery is connected and the
TriStar starts-up. There should be no loads on the battery that might cause
a discharged battery to indicate a lower system voltage.
The DIP switch default voltages are for 12V, 24V or 48V lead-acid
batteries. Although the “auto voltage” selection is very dependable, it is
recommended to use the DIP switches to secure the correct system voltage.
Control Mode/
Load (1)
System Voltage (2,3)
Diversion Charge
Algorithm (4,5,6
)
Select Diversion Mode (7)
Battery Equalization (8)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP
ON
ON
OFF
