Xantrex RS3000, Operation Manual

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Introduction
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DC Terminal Covers and Battery Temperature Sensor
DC Terminal Covers
Two covers are supplied to prevent accidental contact with the cabling
connectors after installation. The red cover is for the positive cabling
terminal, and the black cover is for the negative cabling terminal.
Battery Temperature Sensor
The battery temperature sensor continuously measures the temperature of
the battery and adjusts the charger output for a more accurate,
temperature-compensated charge.
Figure 1-5 Battery Terminal Covers
Figure 1-6 Battery Temperature Sensor
Table 1-4 Description of Battery Temperature Sensor Features
Feature Description
1 Sensor can be mounted on the side of the battery case or on the
negative battery terminal.
2 Sensor cable is 25 feet (7.6 meters).
3 Connector plugs into the Battery Temp. jack (battery
temperature sensor) on the RS3000.
2
1
3