Faqs - Redarc BMS1230S2-NA Manual

3 USER GUIDE
3.9 Frequently Asked Questions
I have damaged my Power Cable and need to replace it, do I have to buy a special kind of
cable?
To ensure the correct operation of The Manager30, REDARC advise that if the supply cord is
damaged it must be replaced by a special cord available from the manufacturer.
I am running a load from my house battery, but it does not seem to register on The
Manager30 Remote, why can I not see this current draw?
This is generally caused by incorrect wiring of the Battery Sensor. Ensure no equipment earths go
direct to the house battery negative or to the house battery end of the shunt. They must all go to
common or chassis ground or to the ground end of the shunt
My Input Status screen shows a voltage on the Solar input but the bar graph shows that no
charge is coming from the Solar input, what does this mean?
A partially shaded panel (or low-light conditions such as dawn or dusk) will increase the target
solar panel voltage level to match the maximum power point. In this situation solar will be selected
as a source however little or no current will be flowing into the battery.
I have just finished wiring The Manager30 and when I turn the unit on the Remote Monitor
says 'No Battery Sensor Detected', is my unit faulty?
The Battery Sensor has a timeout function in-built into the unit. If the Battery Sensor is wired
to Power and Ground for a considerable amount of time before the Main Unit is connected this
message may appear. Try disconnecting the Red Battery Positive terminal of the Battery Sensor
and reconnecting it. If the message appears again please contact REDARC Electronics.
What type of Auxiliary battery should I use?
Because of the rapidly changing nature of batteries and battery technology, REDARC avoid
recommending specific battery makes or models. Instead, we recommend consultation with a
battery specialist, and that the batteries used be
Regardless of the battery(s) chosen, check the manufacturer's datasheet to ensure maximum
charge current and maximum charge voltage does not exceed the battery's ratings.
UL approved where possible.
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