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- Page 1 DCtoGO Battery Box w/ RIGrunner 4008 and Super PWRgate PG40S www.westmountainradio.com 1020 Spring City Drive Waukesha, WI 53186 262-522-6503 sales@westmountainradio.com ©2012 West Mountain Radio, All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Page 2: Safety Information
Use of other types of batteries for portable use in the DCtoGO is NOT recommended. Automobile batteries and marine batteries may only be used if the installation is fixed; where the battery box will not be turned over and is located outdoors or in a welll-ventilated area. -
Page 3: Connecting To The Battery
Ensure that RED is POSITIVE and BLACK is NEGATIVE. Bring the wire out through the front of the battery box to the left of the RIGrunner. Plug into the farthest left connector marked “DCIN”. Neatly fold the excess wire into the box. -
Page 4: Connecting Your Equipment
In the event that the total current goes over the 40 amp maximum, a fuse will blow or make an undersized power supply unhappy. The RIGrunner and any equipment plugged into the RIGrunner should go unharmed. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual... - Page 5 A quality 12 volt power supply will have its regulated output set to 13.8 volts. Most radios are specified to require 13.8 volts +/- 15%. 12 volt automobile or aircraft alternators have voltage regulation set between 13.5 and 14.3 volts. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 6 If you do have an overvoltage condition during transmit especially with a VHF high power amp, it is due to inadequate RF filtering on the DC lead of the amplifier, or poor RF immunity of the power supply regulator circuit. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 7 45A. Powerpole Connector-12 Pair #58257-1099 Powerpole Retention Clips - 12 Pack #58257-1092 PowerLock - RIGrunner Retainer Kit #58512-1060 PWRcrimp Crimp Tool #58568-1049 To purchase or view other accessories available, call or go online at: www.westmountainradio.com/shop West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 8 AGM type batteries. The PG40S will extend the life span of a sealed lead-acid battery compared to using a flooded lead- acid charger. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
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Page 9: Choosing A Mounting Location
Fahrenheit over ambient temperature in free air. If placed in direct sunlight, it will absorb heat and get unnecessarily hot. The Super PWRgate can be mounted using number 8 hardware in the two mounting holes. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual... -
Page 10: Connecting The Power Supply
The power supply wire should be heavy gauge and as short as possible; recommend #10 wire 3 feet to no longer than 6 feet long. Most power supplies have 1/4 inch studs. Note that West Mountain Radio carries 3 and 6 feett long power supply cables, #10 red and black insulated wire with ¼”... -
Page 11: Connecting The Battery
#10 wire, 3 feet to 6 feet long. At least one end will need Powerpoles installed; the other end can wire directly to the power strip or use connectors. Note that West Mountain Radio carries 3 feet and 6 feet long extension cables, #10 red and black insulated wire, with Powerpoles on both ends. - Page 12 Therefore, it is recommended to use a short 3 feet #10 wire, Powerpoles on one end, an in-line fuse (40 A max), and ring terminals for the battery end. West Mountain Radio carries a battery fuse kit, wire, and Powerpoles.
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Page 13: System Checkout
It is recommended to use and in-line meter, such the Power Analyzer sold by West Mountain Radio. It measures volts, amperes, watts, ampere- hours, and watt-hours simultaneously. Place the Power Analyzer in-line with the power supply to measure its output. - Page 14 7A, and 10A, to be chosen appropriately for the battery’s rating. Typical Charging Curve GREEN LED GREEN & RED LED CURRENT GREEN & YELLOW LED Switch to Float Check for @ 0.1 MAX bad cell FLOAT CURRENT TIME West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 15 If the battery is charged to over 13 volts, turning on the power supply will cause the charger to remain in the float state. This turn on cycle occurs following a power outage. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 16 This method of powering a radio station was described by W1ZR in an article in QST, Dec 2003. See the diagram below for aW1ZR configuration. Transceiver Super PWRgate PG40s Power Supply Battery West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 17 Use 1 ampere for batteries from 3 to 12 Ah. Use 4 amperes for batteries from 13 to 32 Ah. Use 7 amperes for batteries from 33 to 50 Ah. Use 10 amperes for batteries from 51 Ah up. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
- Page 18 Note: Always use a accurate digital display voltmeter to assure accurate readings. Note that all major radio manufacturers specify that their radios will operate up to 15 Volts DC. Therefore using the Super PWRgate at an elevated voltage of 14.5 volts is fine. West Mountain Radio Operating Manual...
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Page 19: Specifications
Reference voltages are temperature compensated Connectors: Anderson Powerpoles, 40A Size: 5.25 x 3.90 x 1.65 in, 13.4 x 9.9 x 4.2 cm Weight: 0.9 lbs, 0.4 kg Mounting Holes: Two, 0.175 d, at 4.875 in. distance, for #8 hardware West Mountain Radio Operating Manual... -
Page 20: Wiring Guide
DCtoGo model is warranted against failure due to defects in workmanship or materials for one year after the date of purchase from West Mountain Radio. Warranty does not cover damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation, alteration, lightning, or other incidence of excessive voltage or current.
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