SCA 1.5 Watt Solar Maintenance Charger User Manual
SAFETY/WARNING
- Before using the SCA solar maintenance battery chargers ensure the instructions have been read and understood.
- The SCA solar maintenance battery chargers are not intended for use by young children or infirm persons. Please keep away from pets.
- Always wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working near batteries. This includes gloves and eye protection.
- For maintainable batteries it is advisable to read the operation manual before charging.
- Ensure battery is being charged in a well-ventilated area. Explosive gases may escape from the battery during charging. Never charge a battery in a closed off space or in an area without ventilation.
- Never smoke, use an open flame or create sparks near a battery or charger whilst charging as gases may cause explosion.
- SCA solar maintenance battery chargers are not water resistant or waterproof. Do not expose the battery charger to water or liquids.
- These units do not contain serviceable parts.
FIRST AID
- For advice, contact the Poisons Information Centre in Australia (PH: 13 11 26) or the National Poisons Centre in New Zealand (PH: 0800 764 766)
- If battery acid makes contact with the skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
- If battery acid makes contact with the eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with fresh running water for at least 15 minutes or until the Poisons information centre advises you to stop.
- Drink a glass of water and seek medical assistance.
FEATURES
- Amorphous solar panel
- Suitable for maintaining 12 volt batteries
- Protects 12 volt batteries from discharge during storage from the radio, clocks and other accessories
- Ability to trickle charge in cloudy conditions
- Easy to use, connect 12 volt clips to the battery in a well ventilated area where there is adequate sunlight
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Number: | TPS-946-1.5 |
| Charger Type: | Maintenance |
| Rated Power: | 1.5 Watt at 1000W/m², 25°C |
| Maximum Power Voltage : | 17.5V |
| Maximum Power Current : | 85.7mA |
| Open Circuit Voltage : | 21.0V |
| Short Circuit Current : | 107mA |
| Power Tolerance: | POSITIVE TOLERANCE |
| Operating Temperature: | -40°C To + 85°C |
| 12v Battery Chemistry Types: | Lead Acid, Gel, Calcium & AGM |
| Battery Voltage needs maintenance：≥12V | |
| Battery Charge Capacity (Ah/ CCA): | AUTOMOTIVE 100–550CCA MARINE 100–600MCA DEEP CYCLE 7–40Ah |
BATTERY CHARGER DIAGRAM
CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1. Electrolyte Level Check
Prior to charging the battery, check the electrolyte level. If the level is low, add demineralised water to the correct level, as indicated on the battery.
Step 2. Voltage Check
Prior to connecting the SCA solar maintenance charger, ensure that the battery voltage is adequate enough to receive charge. If the battery does not contain enough voltage the maintenance charger will not be able to provide adequate
current to maintain your battery.
Step 3. Connect SCA solar maintenance charger to battery
Connect the SCA solar maintenance charger to the battery, via the 12V battery clamps.
When ready to disconnect
- Disconnect the BLACK lead (Battery Clamp) from the Negative Terminal (-/Negative)
- Disconnect the RED lead (Battery Clamp) from the Positive Terminal (+/Positive)
- Using a Voltmeter check the voltage of the battery before connecting it back in the vehicle
BATTERY CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Number: | TPS-946-1.5 |
| Charger Type: | Maintenance |
| 12v Battery Clamps Length: | 2.4 Meter |
| Case Type: | Plastic |
| Solar Panel | Amorphous |
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Indication | Possible Causes | Suggested Solution | ||
| Battery charger does not work? | Battery is still flat | Charger has not been connected correctly | Check connections are secured correctly | ||
| Charger has “short circuited” due to reverse polarity connection Battery voltage was too low to install charge Charger is not receiving enough sunlight | If short circuit due to reverse polarity connection:
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| sunlight | |||||
