User Information - Progressive Dynamics PD4045 Installation And Operation Manual

User Information

Many options will be installed prior to the purchase of your new RV, however there are a few options that you should be aware of
while operating your new POWER CONTROL CENTER.
The PD4000 series incorporates a microprocessor to provide a three-stage charge profile to ensure rapid, yet safe recharging of 12 volt
batteries. These three separate stages BOOST, NORMAL, and STORAGE modes ensure that the battery is automatically recharged
and maintained with minimum maintenance (i.e. reduced need to add water).
BOOST MODE: If the converter senses that the battery voltage has dropped below a preset level the output voltage is increased to
approximately 14.4 volts DC to rapidly recharge the battery.
NORMAL MODE: Output voltage set at approximately 13.6 volts DC.
STORAGE MODE: When the converter senses that there has been no significant battery usage for 30 hours the output voltage is
reduced to 13.2 volts DC for minimal water usage. When in storage mode the microprocessor automatically increases the output volt-
age to 14.4 volts DC for 15 minutes every 21 hours to help reduce sulfation of the battery plates.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE FLUID LEVEL OF ANY CONNECTED BATTERIES BE CHECKED ON A
REGULAR BASIS. ALL BATTERIES WILL "GAS" AND LOSE SOME FLUID WHEN CONTINUOUSLY
REVERSE BATTERY PROTECTION CIRCUIT
If a battery is accidentally hooked up backwards, the converter will be protected. Easily accessible ATC type fuses will
blow when a battery is connected in reverse. Correct battery wiring and replace fuses with same type and rating. The
LED will glow if one of the fuses blow. Appropriate fuse size is indicated on the circuit board.
The DC Section:
The DC panel features up to 12 fused positions rated for up to 30 amps for accessories.
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
- All times and voltages provided above are approximate. -
CONNECTED TO ANY CHARGING SOURCE.
~Does not apply to "gel-cell" batteries~
CONVERTER
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
BOOST MODE 14.4 VOLTS
14.8
RAPIDLY BRINGS RV
BATTERY UP TO 90% OF
14.4
FULL CHARGE.
14.2
14.0
13.8
13.6
13.4
NORMAL MODE 13.6 VOLTS
SAFELY COMPLETES
13.2
CHARGE
13.0
STORAGE MODE 13.2 VOLTS
MAINTAINS CHARGE
12.8
WITHOUT GASSING OR
WATER LOSS
12.6
12.4
0 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 68 72 76 80
RECHARGE TIME IN HOURS
CAUTION
REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING FUSE.
CAUTION
EQUALIZE MODE 14.4 VOLTS EVERY 21
HOURS FOR A PERIOD OF 15 MINUTES
TO PREVENT BATTERY
STRATIFICATION.
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