Table of Contents Using the RC6 Remote On/Off and Inverter/Charger Monitor ... 5 Reading the RC6 Remote Control... 5 Power On/Off Switch and LED Indicator... 6 Battery Voltage Bar Graph... 6 Amps DC Bar Graph... 7 Error Conditions ... 7 Bulk Charge and Float Charge Lights...
Let’s look at some of the features of the Xantrex RC6 Remote Control. Reading the RC6 Remote Control The RC6 remote control is capable of turning the inverter on and off, as well as showing the following: Battery Bank Voltage...
(inverting) the battery bank. The lower portion of the Amps DC scale also displays the four Error conditions. In the upper right portion of the RC6 are Voltage is two lights marked Bulk Charge and Float Charge. These lights indicate electrical the stage the battery charger is in.
If the unit is in inverter mode, as indicated by an absence of Bulk or Float charge lights on the RC6, then read the scale on the left side of the Amps DC meter. If the unit is in charger mode then the scale on the right will indicate the volume of electricity in amps that is being put back into the battery.
In order to allow you to monitor the inverter’s charging cycle, two lights—Bulk Charge and Float Charge— have been placed in the upper right corner of the RC6. Xantrex chargers use a three-stage charging process which consists of three distinct...
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This stage “tops off” the battery. The float or maintenance charge stage trickle charges the battery while keeping it in fully charged ready to go state. This stage is indicated on the RC6 by the Float Charge light slowly flashing.
Installation Procedure You can mount the RC6 inside a cutout in a wall or panel. Using the faceplate as a template, drill four 1/16-inch holes for mounting screws (not included). The cutout for the RC6 should be 4-1/8 inches wide by 4-3/16 inches high by at least 15/16 of an inch deep.
What does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc. ("Xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Xantrex RC6 Remote Control. This warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of 12 months from the date of purchase at point of sale to you, the original end user customer.
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How do you get service? If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service, contact your merchant. If you are unable to contact your merchant, or the merchant is unable to provide service, contact Xantrex directly Phone: 1-800-670-0707 (toll-free in North America) 1-604-422-2777 (direct) Fax: 1-604-420-2145 Email: CustomerService@xantrex.com Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material...
Warning: Limitations On Use Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product. Specifically, please note that the RC6 is not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in...
Include the following: The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc clearly marked on the outside of the box. A return address where the unit can be shipped. Post office boxes are not acceptable.
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Xantrex Technology Inc. Toll free 1 800 670 0707 Direct 1 604 422 2777 Fax 1 604 420 2145 CustomerService@xantrex.com www.xantrex.com 975-0051-01-01 Rev. 1 Printed in the U.S.A.
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