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- Page 1 Baintech PowerTop User Operation Manual This manual must be read in its entirety before operating the PowerTop and retained for future reference. Baintech PowerTop User Operation Manual V8...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Part Identification ................................3 PowerTop ..................................3 PowerTop Sockets ................................. 3 PowerTop Sides ................................3 Also included in the PowerTop Box: ..........................4 AC Charger Cable ................................4 LockOn Plug ................................... 4 Charging .................................... 5 Internal AC Charger ............................... 5 MAINS LED Operation ............................... -
Page 3: Part Identification
Do not block air vents on the side of the unit Ensure the PowerTop is mounted upright Ensure the PowerTop is only used in a well-ventilated location Ensure the PowerTop avoids contact with water Opening the PowerTop unit or... -
Page 4: Also Included In The Powertop Box
Also included in the PowerTop Box: AC Charger Cable LockOn Plug Use this plug to replace the existing plug on your essential gear to connect it to the LockOn socket and ensure it stays connected even on the bumpiest trips. -
Page 5: Charging
DC On/Off Switch must be ON for charging (see page 3 for switch location). Internal AC Charger The PowerTop comes with an internal 6.6A AC charger. The charger operates when the AC plug is connected into the unit. When charging with the AC charger, disconnect all loads and remove the connections to the Blue and Red Anderson connectors. -
Page 6: Unregulated Solar Dc Charging
The unit has a built in regulator that will stop the battery from being overcharged. When solar panels are connected directly to the PowerTop with no solar charge controller there must be a blocking diode between the solar panels and the PowerTop. The blocking diode will often be incorporated in the solar panel and will prevent the batteries discharging into the solar panels when there is no sun. -
Page 7: Solar Requirements Via Red Anderson Connector
12V Solar panel (36 Cell) can be connected in parallel only. When connected in parallel add the current of each panel and check that the total is below 20A Single Solar Panel Parallel Solar Panels Baintech PowerTop User Operation Manual V8... -
Page 8: Regulated Solar Dc Charging
If you want to charge the PowerTop from the vehicle alternator, connect a cable to the starter battery, connect the other end of the cable to the Blue Anderson Plug on the PowerTop labelled Vehicle charge input. Fuse the cable at the start battery end of the cable. -
Page 9: Vehicle Led Operation
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the BOOST cut out voltage is reached and will switch off when the Boost cut in voltage is reached. The Float LED indicates the battery is not being charged via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle (Blue Anderson ) inputs. Baintech PowerTop User Operation Manual V8... -
Page 10: Load Connection
Maximum load/Socket 10A The Baintech LockOn socket system is designed to ensure your gear such as fridges stays connected on the roughest trips. It’s easy to use – simply turn the plug clockwise and the locking mechanism engages, ensuring all your essential gear can stay connected, even on the roughest treks. -
Page 11: Powertop Technical Information
330 x 175 x 275 mm Weight 32kg Warranty 12 months After warranty period service is available. Opening unit voids warranty. For standard warranty terms please visit http://www.baintech.com.au/warranty Replacement battery available, please contact Bainbridge Technologies. Baintech PowerTop User Operation Manual V8... -
Page 12: Dos And Don'ts
2. DON’T use high capacity DC-DC charger beyond the recommended charging current (max 20A). 3. DON’T go beyond the recommended load for each socket as mentioned in page 10. 4. DON’T open the unit, it will void the warranty. Baintech PowerTop User Operation Manual V8... -
Page 13: Frequently Asked Questions
Dual through a change-over relay and the output of D250S Dual is connected to the Grey Anderson plug of the PowerTop. The relay will ensure the charging is stopped as soon as the vehicle ignition is turned off so that the car battery does not go flat.
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