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INTRODUCTION This DC-DC charger comes with a built-in Bluetooth connection to monitor your batteries, solar panels and DC input with the free HARDKORR DC-DC Charger app. HARDKORR DC-DC CHARGER APP NOW AVAILABLE PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Our 40A DC-DC Battery Charger with Solar Input is engineered to help you stay on the road for longer.
DISCLAIMER While precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this guide, Hardkorr assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Note that specifications and product functionality may change without further notice. MODELS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL...
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GENERAL INFORMATION & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS 25A/40A DC-DC CHARGER INPUT/OUTPUT CABLE SETS IGNITION (ACC) INPUT LEAD...
OVERVIEW IDENTIFICATION OF COMPONENTS DC INPUT ( - ) SOLAR INPUT ( - ) DC INPUT (+) SOLAR INPUT (+) OUTPUT ( - ) OUTPUT (+) CHANGING SETTINGS Hold the “power” button down for 3 seconds to enter selection mode. Once the LED indicator starts blinking, press the “power”...
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION TIPS INSTALLATION SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY A LICENCED PROFESSIONAL. • Ensure the correct cable and fuse sizes are used when installing this device. • This charger can be installed both horizontally and vertically. • Ensure that the charger is installed as close as possible to the battery you are going to charge.
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INSTALLATION PERFECT FOR 4x4s, CAMPERS & CARAVANS SUGGESTED FITMENT TO VEHICLE DC-DC CHARGER MAIN VEHICLE BATTERY AUXILIARY BATTERY SUGGESTED FITMENT TO VEHICLE WITH CARAVAN/CAMPER DC-DC CHARGER MAIN VEHICLE BATTERY AUXILIARY BATTERY ANDERSON PLUG...
USAGE & STORAGE OPERATION DC BATTERY • Prior to first using the DC-DC charger, ensure that the unit is configured to charge the correct battery type. • Start your vehicle and let it idle. • The charger will recognise that there is a charge being applied to the main starting battery.
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Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1 Range: 90 meters (open field) Unlike most competing products, the Hardkorr DC-DC chargers come with a built-in Bluetooth connection. This means you can monitor your batteries, solar panels and DC input on your smartphone with the free Hardkorr DC-DC Charger app.
BATTERY WIRING WIRING DIAGRAM Fuse/Breaker 50A (Not supplied) ACC Ignition Wire Fuse/Breaker 12V - 60A (Not supplied) 12V Auxiliary Battery 12V Starting Battery Fuse/Breaker (Not supplied) Solar Panel 600W 40A/Isc 25V/VOC NOTE: First connect the ACC line to the ignition of your vehicle. Then turn your key to the 'ignition on' position.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION 'Power On' indicator flashes Improper connection (input Reconnect the solar panel or once, stops for 3s. overvoltage/reverse connection) of DC power supply. the solar panel or DC power supply. 'Power On' indicator flashes Over-temperature of the charger. Install the charger in a more twice, stops for 2s.
If we accept your warranty claim, we will either repair, replace or refund the goods at our discretion. We will also reimburse you for the shipping costs you incurred in sending the goods back to us. Any products that we choose to replace or refund become the property of Hardkorr.
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DISCONTINUED ITEMS Discontinued items that are still under warranty will be reviewed by Hardkorr. If a discontinued item is covered under warranty it may be replaced by an equivalent or superior item. If an equivalent item is not available Hardkorr will determine...