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Dry Contact Relay 

 
To use your dry contact output fail relay you must connect a 9-pin D connector to the 
unit.  You must use pins one and six as is indicated on page 7 in the remote connector 
diagram. 
 

The relay is factory preset to fail in the closed position when the low output LED 
and buzzer come on.  If you wish to have the relay fail in the open position when 
the low output LED and buzzer come on, you must take the cover off the unit and 
move the jumper to the other position on J11.  J11 is located next to the relay. 

 
 

 

 

 
 
 
To change the position of the jumper, first turn the unit off and disconnect the unit from 
both the input and output power.  Next, turn the unit on for 30 seconds to discharge the 
capacitors, then turn it off again.  Turn the unit upside down and remove the four screws.  
Remove the cover and locate J11.  It will be next to the relay as is shown in the above 
diagram.  Simply move the jumper to the desired position as is shown in the above dia-
gram.  Replace the cover and re-install the four screws.  Reconnect the unit to the input 
and output power. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

5.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

 

 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

 — This manual contains important safety and operating 

instructions for the converter. 

 

ALL CONVERTERS 

 
1) CAUTION — To reduce risk of injury, charge only lead acid or sealed gel cell 
type rechargeable batteries.  Other types of batteries may burst causing per-
sonal injury and damage. 
 
2) Do not expose converter to rain or snow. 
 
3) Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the converter manufac-
turer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 
 
4) Do not disassemble converter; take it to a qualified serviceman when service 
or repair is required.  Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock 
or fire. 
 
5) To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect converter from batteries or other 
DC supply before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.  Turning off controls 
will not reduce this risk. 

 

6) CONVERTER LOCATION 
 

i) Never place converter directly above battery; gases from battery will 
corrode and damage converter. 

 

ii) Never allow battery acid to drip on converter when reading gravity or 
filling battery. 

 

7) DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 

 

i) Connect and disconnect DC output connections only after setting 
converter switch to off position. 

 
 

Samlex America

 does not recommend the use of the VTC305 Series Voltage Convert-

ers in life support applications where failure or malfunction of this product can be rea-
sonably expected to cause failure of the life support device or to significantly affect its 
safety or effectiveness.  

Samlex America

 does not recommend the use of any of its 

products in direct patient care. 
 
Examples of devices considered to be life support devices are neonatal oxygen analyz-
ers, nerve stimulators (whether used for anesthesia, pain relief, or other purposes), auto-
transfusion devices, blood pumps, defibrillators, arrhythmia detectors and alarms, pace-
makers, hemodialysis systems, peritoneal dialysis systems, neonatal ventilator incuba-
tors, ventilators for both adults and infants, anesthesia ventilators, and infusion pumps as 
well as any other devices designated as "critical" by the U.S. FDA. 
 

2. 

Summary of Contents for VTC305-12-12

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Please read this manual before operating your converter DC to DC Step Up Converter Model VTC305 ...

Page 2: ...s due to voltage drop during engine start stabilizing 12 and 24 VDC power systems in marine automotive or aeronautical environments and more SPECIFICATIONS Specifications subject to change without notice 1 Model VTC305 12 12 VTC305 12 24 Input Voltage 10 5 18 VDC 10 5 28 VDC Output Voltage Input 1V or 13 5 17 0 VDC Whichever is greater Input 1V or 24 0 27 5 VDC Whichever is greater Current Limit 3...

Page 3: ...above battery gases from battery will corrode and damage converter ii Never allow battery acid to drip on converter when reading gravity or filling battery 7 DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS i Connect and disconnect DC output connections only after setting converter switch to off position Samlex America does not recommend the use of the VTC305 Series Voltage Convert ers in life support applications where...

Page 4: ...ed does not exceed the continu ous current rating of the unit Note that the current specifications are for input current To obtain the maximum output current capability at any given input voltage use the following formula Output Current Input Volts Output Volts x 27 For example 10 VDC in and 27 VDC out the max output current 10 27 x 27 10 0 Amps 20 VDC in and 27 VDC out the max output current 20 2...

Page 5: ...sition on J11 J11 is located next to the relay To change the position of the jumper first turn the unit off and disconnect the unit from both the input and output power Next turn the unit on for 30 seconds to discharge the capacitors then turn it off again Turn the unit upside down and remove the four screws Remove the cover and locate J11 It will be next to the relay as is shown in the above diag...

Page 6: ...s and audible alarm REMOTE CONNECTOR This connector is located on the side of the unit Note All switches are electronic solid state not mechanical relays 6 6 7 3 4 2 1 8 9 5 DRY CONTACT ALARM RELAY DRY CONTACT ALARM RELAY GROUND COMMON FOR SWITCHES REFERENCE VOLTAGE FOR REMOTE OFF 12 VDC REMOTE OFF CONNECT TO 5 TO FORCE UNIT TO OFF OVER TEMP NORMALLY HIGH 12V GOES LOW ON OVER TEMPERATURE LOW INPUT...

Page 7: ...me If the input voltage drops below the specified minimum input the unit will sound the alarm If the output voltage drops below the specified minimum the unit will sound the alarm If the current demanded by the devices connected to the unit exceed the maxi mum current rating the fuse will blow If the fuse blows with no load connected check that the power leads are con nected to the battery with th...

Page 8: ...oid the warranty if a Identification marks or serial numbers are removed or altered in any way b Our invoice is unpaid c The defect is the result of misuse neglect improper installation environmental conditions non authorized repair alteration or accident 7 No refund of the purchase price will be granted to the Purchaser unless the Warrantor is unable to rem edy the defect after having a reasonabl...

Page 9: ...110 17 Fawcett Rd Coquitlam B C Canada V3K 6V2 T 604 525 3836 F 604 525 5221 e mail samlex samlexamerica com website www samlexamerica com IVTC 305_Manual ...

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