Rebelcell 29.4V07A, User Manual

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of the Range Extender . This will allow you to recharge your
Rebelcell battery ‘on the go’ via the alternator of your (outboard) engine and extend your battery
range. The Range Extender is suitable for use with (outboard) engines with a 12V alternator that
meet the following output requirements:
Type Capacity Suitable Outboard Rebelcell
battery
DC-charger 12.6V13A 165 W > 15A alternator output (~ Engine 60 HP and
more) 12V70 AV /
12V140 AV
DC-charger 29.4V7A 200 W > 17A alternator output (~Engine 80 HP and
more ) 24V50 /
24V100
The Range Extender ( hereafter ‘RE’ ) consists of the following components:
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1x Rebelcell DC-Charger (12.6V13A or 29.4V7A)
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1x Samlex BS100 Dual battery separator
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1x cable set (F, G, H) with integrated fuses and connectors
Additional cables are required to connect the RE to the starter engine ( not included, for specifications
please see the Installation guidelines).
Features
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Optimal charging profile: the RE generates the correct charging profile (charge voltage and
current) to charge your Rebelcell battery. The RE will limit the alternator current if it is too high
and adjust the charge voltage to the required voltage for your Rebelcell battery.
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Starter battery discharge protection: the microprocessor controlled battery separator monitors
the voltage in the starter battery and will only allow current flow to the RE if the starter battery
voltage is above 13.2V. This ensures that the starter battery is discharged by the RE.
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Overcharge protection: the RE will automatically limit the charge current to the Rebelcell
battery when battery is almost full and will shut down if battery is completely full and avoids
overcharging.
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Temperature protection: the ‘dynamic thermal output control’ feature will limit the charge current
to reduce the temperature and if required shutdown if temperatures for the RE are >
30°C
). The
RE will automatically restart if temperatures are within the specification.
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Short circuit protection: automatic shutdown with short circuit and restart when there is no
short circuit.
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Reverse polarity protection: only on input (not on output)
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2 year warranty
Safety precautions and warnings
The RE has been engineered with a safe and long user life in mind. It is important to thoroughly
review this instruction and follow the safety precautions. Not doing so may invalidate the warranty
and result in the malfunctioning of your RE and further damage.
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Only use the RE with (outboard) engines with alternators that meet the minimum output current
requirement as outlined in the table above. If the alternator output current is lower than required
the battery separator will stop current flow to the DC-Charger to avoid discharge of the starter
battery.
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The RE is not suitable for use with (outboard) engines with a charging coil (instead of an
alternator). The capacity of the charging coil is insufficient to charge both the charger battery and
the Rebelcell battery.
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Only use the RE with the suitable Rebelcell battery! Use with a unsuitable battery can lead to
irreversible damage. Damage to your equipment due to incorrect use is explicitly excluded from
warranty.
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Mount the RE in accordance with the installation guidelines in a dry and cool place with sufficient
space around for ventilation and cooling. Consult a certified electrician if required for installation.