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1 Introduction
This section of the handbook will guide you through the operation of the electrical system. All details are correct
at the time of going to press. Please also see the online version which will include any later updates or
amendments.
Further technical details are contained in section 3 or in the supporting technical manual available from
www.sargentltd.co.uk
For the safe operation of all electrical equipment within your Leisure Vehicle it is important that you read and
fully understand these instructions. If you are unsure of any point please contact your dealer / distributor for
advice before use.
The system has a number of key components that you will need to be familiar with before attempting to use the
system, these are:
·
The EC601, EC602, EC652 or EC653 Power Supply Unit (PSU) - a combined mains consumer
unit and 12V controller usually located in a storage area (lower bed box, wardrobe or similar).
·
The EC800 Control Panel (CP) - a remotely located user control panel used to turn circuits on and
off and to display battery, water tank and other system information. This panel uses graphical
touchscreen with straightforward controls and reliable data communication to the PSU.
·
The PX300 Intelligent Battery charger 300W.
·
The C44+ Road Light Fuse Box - This small unit, which is unique to caravans, is located in the
front bed box. The unit houses fuses for the road lighting circuits and supplies from the tow
vehicle, and also has connectors for the optional alarm system and Automatic Trailer Control
(ATC) unit.
2 Using the System
2.1 Power Supply Unit - Component Layout
The PSU is located in the front offside bed box area in caravans, and in similar locations in motorhomes.
Issue 01
EC800 Power Control System
Page 1 of 22
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July 2018
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  • Page 1 12V controller usually located in a storage area (lower bed box, wardrobe or similar). · The EC800 Control Panel (CP) - a remotely located user control panel used to turn circuits on and off and to display battery, water tank and other system information. This panel uses graphical touchscreen with straightforward controls and reliable data communication to the PSU.

  • Page 2: Activating The System

    Before using the system please ensure the system shutdown switch is in the on position (button in) the system is now active. Note: if you plan to use the Swift Command remote features the system needs to be active. 2.3 Connecting to the Mains 230V supply and Safety checks For your safety it is IMPORTANT that you follow these connections instructions each time your Leisure Vehicle is connected to a mains supply.

  • Page 3: Control Panel Layout

    EC800 Control Panel 2.6 Control Panel – Key Features Power Button. Press the ‘Swift’ power button to turn the leisure power on, the panel will beep twice and show the Swift start-up logo. The control panel screen will illuminate when the power is on, but the screen will go to sleep after a pre-determined time.
  • Page 4 EC800 Power Control System Power Button. Press the power button to show the power information and control screen. Here you can view battery levels, view charger and solar current and press the more button (right arrow) to view 230V current. Press the home button to return to the main screen.

  • Page 5: Temperature Readings

    2.9 Water System Operation The EC800 control panel pump button operates the internal water pump drawing water from an on-board tank if fitted, or an external container when no tank is fitted. The system incorporates an automatic tank fill feature (caravan only). When turned on this will automatically fill the on-board water tank from the external container and will switch off automatically when full.
  • Page 6 App and the lock and unlock system (dependant on system setting being set to do so). Each item can toggle the light on or off. The Swift Command App can be used to both configure and adjust the lighting and dimming. Lighting screen. Here you can turn on / off or adjust the dimmable lighting levels.

  • Page 7: Smart Charging

    EC800 Power Control System 2.12 Solar Charge Management The EC601/602/652/653 PSU incorporates a built-in solar charge management feature, which will monitor the input from a separate solar panel and regulator. The Solar Active symbol will be displayed on the control panel when there is an amount of energy available to charge the battery.

  • Page 8: Heating Controls

    (right arrow) you can set related timers. Set the mode to Manual to use the controls supplied by the heating appliance manufacturer. Set the mode to Timer to control the appliance by the EC800 Mode control panel. Note: The mode will automatically change to App when you control the appliance by the Swift Command app.
  • Page 9 Note: Changes made on the EC800 control panel may not be accepted on the heating controller immediately if the controller has been recently used and still has its backlight on. Please try to use one controller at a time.

  • Page 10: Refrigerator Controls

    The main refrigerator settings can be set / controlled by the EC800 control panel or the Swift Command app. These controls work in parallel with the ones on the fridge control panel, so the settings can be changed by either method.
  • Page 11 (depends on model specification). Set the device volume to a mid-setting and then adjust on the EC800 control panel. If the sound level is too low increase the device volume, or if the sound is distorting reduce the level.

  • Page 12: System Warnings

    Command App and the associated user guide. Note: if using the Swift Command app to monitor the ATC whilst driving the phone or device must be placed in a suitable holder and setup before driving. At all times ensure you obey the legal requirements for using mobile devices in vehicles.
  • Page 13 Message on screen and 60 second When set to control the heating system, audible beep. the EC800 control panel will show Heating system related heating system warnings, which Additional descriptive information is will include the error number and error...
  • Page 14 EC800 Power Control System 3 System Technical Information The following section provides further technical information relating to the electrical system. You can also access the supporting technical manual from www.sargentltd.co.uk 3.1 Residual Current Device & Miniature Circuit Breakers The Residual Current Device (RCD) is...

  • Page 15: Battery Charger

    EC800 Power Control System 3.3 Battery Charger The system incorporates an intelligent three-stage battery charger. During stage 1 the battery voltage is increased gradually while the current is limited to start the charging process and protect the battery. At stage 2 the voltage rises to 14.4V to deliver the bulk charge to the battery.
  • Page 16 EC800 Power Control System Installation & Removal Always disconnect the 230V mains supply and turn the PSU green charger switch to the off position (button out) before removing or installing the battery. When connecting the battery, ensure that the correct polarity is observed (black is negative [-] and red is positive [+]) and that the terminals are securely fastened.
  • Page 17 EC800 Power Control System 3.5 12 Volt DC Fuses WARNING When replacing fuses always replace a fuse with the correct value. NEVER replace with a higher value / rating as this could damage the wiring harness. If a replacement fuse ‘blows’ do not keep replacing the fuse as you could damage the wiring harness.
  • Page 18 EC800 Power Control System 5 Amps Left Hand Indicators 7.5 Amps Brown Stop Lights 5 Amps Reverse Lights 3.6 Common Fault Table Fault Possible Cause Proposed Fix Connecting lead Check and connect lead as per 2.3C between the site and...

  • Page 19: Contact Details

    EC800 Power Control System Fault Possible Cause Proposed Fix Battery protect feature has operated to protect the Vehicle battery and or the Leisure battery. See 3.4C Over voltage protection has been activated, the control panel will display a warning. A number of things can cause this but...

  • Page 20: Remote Access & Control

    4.2 Swift Command Web usage & Description In addition to the mobile App, you can also use the same account and login details to access the Swift Command web site. Here you can update and amend your details, look at location information and history, review system information and historical data as well as changing some system options and settings.
  • Page 21 EC800 Power Control System 5 Technical Data & Approvals 5.1 Equipment – EC601, EC602, EC652, EC653, EC800, EC635 & PX300 Outline Specification INPUT 230V 230 Volts / 0 to 16 Amps + / - 10% RCD protected, 2 x MCB outputs of 10A & 1 x MCB...

  • Page 22: Declaration Of Conformity

    EC800 Power Control System 5.3 Declaration of Conformity Equipment: Leisure Power Control System Model name: EC601, EC602, EC652, EC653, EC800, EC635 & PX300 I hereby declare that the equipment named above has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced approvals.

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