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EarthGuard Insulation Monitoring User Manual Models EG-600...
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AERL will bear the cost of parts and labour to repair any manufacturing faults found within the terms and period of this warranty. For claims under warranty, the faulty product(s) must be returned to AERL’s facility at 2/75 Bluestone Circuit, Seventeen Mile Rocks, 4073, QLD, Australia, after contacting AERL and receiving the appropriate RMA documentation from AERL.
USER MANUAL EarthGuard – EG-600 AER12 – Rev 1.0 25th October 2024 Specifications General Specifications Typical Parameter 300g Weight 170 x 90 x 35 mm Dimensions (H x W x D) Enclosure Type Indoor Type 1 / IP20 Operating Temperature -25 to 60°C Storage Temperature -25 to 80°C...
PV array circuits. Product Compatibility While all AERL products have been thoroughly tested and verified as compatible with the EarthGuard EG-600, certain third-party devices may exceed maximum permissible leakage thresholds, potentially triggering immediate fault detection.
USER MANUAL EarthGuard – EG-600 AER12 – Rev 1.0 25th October 2024 Detection Requirements The earth fault detection requirements depend on your specific system configuration: For non-galvanically isolated systems (including solar regulators with Common Positive or Common Negative designs): The battery bank assumes the PV Array's potential Earth Fault Voltage. •...
USER MANUAL EarthGuard – EG-600 AER12 – Rev 1.0 25th October 2024 Installation Installation must comply with all applicable national and local electrical standards and codes of practice and professional installation is strongly recommended. Mounting the Device IMPORTANT The EarthGuard must be installed in a clean, dry location away from direct sunlight and moisture.
USER MANUAL EarthGuard – EG-600 AER12 – Rev 1.0 25th October 2024 Wiring Diagram Please refer to Figure 1 below for an example wiring configuration. Victron Cerbo Relay Input Victron Cerbo 48V Battery USB Port Positive & Negative (USB-A to USB-C) (Fuse Appropriately for Cable Gauge) Figure 1 –...
AER12 – Rev 1.0 25th October 2024 Connecting with AERL Link The EarthGuard measurements can be viewed, sensitivity adjusted, and firmware updated via USB-C with the AERL Link software. IMPORTANT AERL Link is available for Windows 10/11 and available to download at the URL below.
< 30kOhm The default configuration is set to medium sensitivity (50kΩ). Sensitivity adjustments can be made via the USB- C port using AERL Link software. Remote Monitoring The EarthGuard incorporates normally closed (NC) dry contact signal relays for remote fault monitoring. These relays are designed to interface with external monitoring systems, such as the Victron Venus GX, enabling fault notification in remote installations where the local audible alarm may not be sufficient.
EarthGuard – EG-600 AER12 – Rev 1.0 25th October 2024 Operation The EarthGuard EG-600 continuously monitors insulation integrity between each pole of the test circuits and the reference earth. Upon fault detection, the system will: Activate the corresponding alarm LED.
CAUTION – Potential Hazard Earth Faults can damage PCE and connected components. Please consult the manufacturer of the PCE in use prior to simulating an Earth Fault. AERL takes no responsibility for any damage caused as a result of simulating an earth fault.
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25th October 2024 Note: The EarthGuard documentation is being improved regularly. If the relevant scenario is not documented, please contact AERL at either support@aerl.com.au or on +61 1800 950 865, we are happy to help assist with any queries you may have.
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