User Programming
The following (recommended) settings are factory programmed :-
1.Backlight on LCD display -remains illuminated for 60 seconds
2.Charge Level ( maximum voltage per cell ) -2.400 V / Cell
3.Button Illumination ( on / off ) - ON
4.Restore Factory Settings - ON
Reprogramming
To change programmed settings press the back light button for 3 seconds
continuously to begin the sequence of reprogramming options. The Software
version & serial number briefly appears.
Press the back light button once within the next 5 seconds to go to the first option
below. ( Note : Failure to do so returns you to the normal working mode )
1.Backlight. Press the UP button to increase the time or DOWN button to decrease
the time in 10 second steps. Press OK to confirm the change and move
to the next step.
2.Max V/Cell @ 25°C. Press the UP button to increase voltage or DOWN button to
decrease voltage. Press OK to confirm the change and move to the next step.
3.Button Illumination. Press the top button to toggle between ON and OFF. Press
OK to confirm the change and move to the next step.
4.Restore Factory Setting. Default is YES. Toggle to NO and press OK to save the
changes made. Or Press OK and factory settings are restored.
Note : At any time in reprogramming procedure, if no button is pressed for 30
seconds then normal operation is returned without any changes being saved.
Manufactured in the UK by
Marlec Engineering Co Ltd
Rutland House, Trevithick Rd, Corby, Northants, NN17 5XY UK
Tel: +44 (0)1536 201588
Email: sales@marlec.co.uk www.marlec.co.uk
HRDi Layout & Main Features
LCD screen displaying monitored data:
Displays Amps and Watts being generated.
Line 1:
Scroll to view WG or PV or NET
Logged Ampere hours generated after elapsed hours
Line 2:
Battery 1 voltage or LOW if <11.7V (23.4V) l Mode: Charge
Line 3:
or Charge/Reg or Reg
Battery 2 voltage or LOW if <11.7V (23.4V) or N/C not
Line 4:
connected. l Mode of charge: Bulk or Float
Charge / Stop Switch shown in
stop position. Shut down for
installation / maintenance.
Note: Do not operate in high winds
until the turbine has been slowed
down or restrained and solar
panels covered or in darkness.
Connection Panel includes:
Ports for optional remote display and external temperature
sensor supplied.
Wiring block for inputs from Windcharger (WG) and solar
panels (PV) and output to battery banks 1 and 2.
RUTLAND HRDi
CHARGE REGULATOR
Installation & Operation
Doc No: SM-347B 01.05.18
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Marlec Engineering Company Limited Warranty provides free replacement cover for all defects
in parts and workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase. Marlec's obligation in this
respect is limited to replacing parts which have been promptly reported to the seller and are in the
seller's opinion defective and are so found by Marlec upon inspection. A valid proof of purchase will
be required if making a warranty claim.
Defective parts must be returned by prepaid post to the manufacturer Marlec Engineering Company
Limited, Rutland House, Trevithick Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 5XY, England, or to an
authorised Marlec agent.
This Warranty is void in the event of improper installation, owner neglect, misuse, damage caused
by flying debris or natural disasters including lightning and hurricane force winds. This warranty
does not extend to support posts, inverters, batteries or ancillary equipment not supplied by the
manufacturer.
No responsibility is assumed for incidental damage. No responsibility is assumed for consequential
damage. No responsibility is assumed for damage caused by the use of any unauthorised
components.
No responsibility is assumed for use of a non "furling" version of the Rutland Windcharger where
Marlec or one of its authorised agents finds that a generator incorporating a furling device should
have been used.
Congratulations on purchasing Marlec's HRDi Charge Regulator.
This is the latest technology for over charge regulation of Rutland wind turbines and
solar panels. It is designed for use with Rutland 50"X" and 91"X" series models and
160Watts of solar panels charging up to 2 separate battery banks.
Follow the installation instructions and operating guidance provided in this manual.
Buttons:
Scroll - to view WG (turbine) or PV (solar) or NET
readings. Screen can remain in any position.
Zero - Press to reset logged Ah and follow the prompts
Backlight - ON/OFF. Default ON for 60 seconds
In programming mode these buttons are selectors.
Install the HRDi upright on a flat
surface and secure using the 4 wall
mounting holes.
Ventilation slots must never be
obstructed, leave a minimum of
5cm around the unit to allow air
cooling.
Operating temperature: -10°C to + 40°C
(LCD 0°C to + 40°C )
Included in the box:
HRDi Controller
External temperature sensor
Installation & Operation Manual
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