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BatteryMINDer SCC180 Instruction Manual

Solar controller / charger maintainer desulfator with temperature sensing
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BatteryMINDer
®
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model SCC180
Solar Controller / Charger
Maintainer Desulfator with
Temperature Sensing
IMPORTANT: For Solar panels up to 200 Watts and
Voltages not to exceed 25 Volts
READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
VDC Electronics, Inc. • 155 W. Carver St., Ste. 2 • Huntington, NY 11743
www.BatteryMINDers.com • techsupport@vdcelectronics.com
Rev. E-052115
P/N VDCSCC180-MNL

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  • Page 1 BatteryMINDer ® INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model SCC180 Solar Controller / Charger Maintainer Desulfator with Temperature Sensing IMPORTANT: For Solar panels up to 200 Watts and Voltages not to exceed 25 Volts READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS VDC Electronics, Inc. • 155 W. Carver St., Ste. 2 • Huntington, NY 11743 www.BatteryMINDers.com •...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Repair Or Replacement ............19 Guarantee And Warranty ............20 Glossary of Terms Maintain a battery • BatteryMINDer ensures batteries are truly fully charged and will likely continue improving the condition of the battery to the fullest extent possible. • Rested A battery that has been as fully charged as possible and left disconnected from charger or any type load overnight.

  • Page 3: Required Safety Instructions

    INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for all BatteryMINDer Models although not all items may be applicable to your model. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by VDC Electronics may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
  • Page 4 Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn. Rev. E-052115 Page 4 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...
  • Page 5 DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS Connect and disconnect DC output clips only after setting any charger switches to “off” position and removing ac cord from Rev. E-052115 Page 5 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...
  • Page 6 A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use. Rev. E-052115 Page 6 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...
  • Page 7 Preliminary Requirements NOTE: The BatteryMINDer has no electrical output unless it is connected to a healthy battery. Testing the BatteryMINDer with a volt or an Amp meter without the unit being connected across a good battery will result in a false reading.
  • Page 8 USE A DIGITAL VOLTMETER ONLY: Recharge the battery with the BatteryMINDer to ensure it is as completely charged as possible, before you determine its condition. Allow battery to “rest” (see Glossary of Terms) overnight for a minimum of 12 hours before testing with a digital voltmeter only.

  • Page 9: Overview & Instructions

    “resting” voltage of 13.1 (OCV). Increase above values accordingly. Please read these simple instructions before making any attempt to permanently or temporarily installing your SCC180 controller. OVERVIEW Note: Your battery(s) need to be in “good” condition to gain the full benefits from your BatteryMINDer Solar maintenance charger–desulfator system.
  • Page 10 SOLAR OUTPUT TO OCCUR, BEFORE ANY ACTION CAN TAKE PLACE. Note: Never try to use your SCC180 solar controller with any solar panels in excess of a 200 watt maximum rating. Doing so will burn out your unit and void your FIVE (5) year warranty and ONE (1) year Guarantee.

  • Page 11: Battery Condition Indicator (Bci)

    * “Rested” means a charged battery that has not been recharged or discharged for a minimum of 10 hours and has had no load attached to it during this time period. SCC180 with Cover Removed COVER (hard-wired to Battery Condition...

  • Page 12: Bci Installation

    “good” condition. WHEN NO LEDs are lit, battery considered “DEAD”, unlikely able restored. AGAIN, this can only be accurately determined if you have Rev. E-052115 Page 12 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...

  • Page 13: Temperature Sensor Type: Abs-248 (Optional)

    Your first choice should be to connect it to the positive (+) or Negative (-) post (clamp or screw) of the battery. This is the best location to sense the temperature of the battery. Rev. E-052115 Page 13 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...
  • Page 14 25°C (77°F). As the temperature increases above 25°C (77°F), the life of the battery decreases. The chart on the next page shows the effects of temperature. Rev. E-052115 Page 14 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...

  • Page 15: Temperature & Voltage Tables

    (AGM) Batteries, E.P.M. Form No. 0139 Rev. 3/04 Note: The above chart shows the Charge and Float voltage ranges v. temperature for sealed 24-Volt AGM type batteries. Values will differ for sealed Gel or Flooded (filler cap) or maintenance-free types. Rev. E-052115 Page 15 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...
  • Page 16 16 - 20 50 – 59 14.8 13.9 10 - 15 40 – 49 15.0 14.1 5 - 9 ≤39 15.2 14.3 The accuracy of the above voltages should be +/- 0.2 volts. Rev. E-052115 Page 16 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...

  • Page 17: Frequently Asked Questions

    Model SCC180 ® Frequently Asked QUESTIONS Q: Can the Solar BatteryMINDer be used to charge, maintain and desulfate any size or type lead acid 12-volt battery such as sealed gel, agm, deep cycle, marine, maintenance free electrolyte? YES, BatteryMINDer can charge, maintain and desulfate any type size lead acid based battery, regardless of construction or brand.

  • Page 18: Your Notes

    BatteryMINDer Model SCC180 ® NOTES: Rev. E-052115 Page 18 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...

  • Page 19: For Repair Or Replacement

    Technical Service department: techsupport@vdcelectronics.com; 800-379-5579 x6 (ET). Model BatteryMINDer SCC180 Serial Number ___________________________ Place of purchase ___________________________ Date of purchase ___________________________ RMA# ___________________________ Rev. E-052115 Page 19 P/N VDC SCC180-MNL...

  • Page 20: Guarantee And Warranty

    BatteryMINDer One-Year 100% Unconditional Money-Back Guarantee This BatteryMINDer product is guaranteed to perform as claimed or WE will refund your full purchase price, including all taxes, shipping or handling cost applicable to the purchase. Unit must be returned freight prepaid together with Proof of Purchase directly to VDC Electronics, Inc., NOT TO THE DEALER FROM WHICH...

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