In-Situ Con TROLL PRO Installation Manual (purchased before 10 May 2012) - Manual (Page 27)

Optional Battery Box 27
Chapter 6
Optional Battery Box
6.1 OVERVIEW OF BATTERY BOX KIT
The optional external battery box kit is designed to power the DC-L Model
Con TROLL PRO controller via battery. It may also be used in conjunction
with a 10W or 20W solar panel. The kit contains:
• Enclosure
• Two 7 Amp-hour lead-acid batteries
• One power cord to connect the battery box to the serial board in the
Con TROLL housing
• Mounting hardware
You will need these tools:
• Wire stripper, wire cutter, X-acto knife
• Wrench
• Small screwdriver
6.1.1 Additional Considerations
• Replace the batteries every 18 to 24 months to ensure maximum charging
capacity and to avoid unexpected power failures.
• Remove the batteries before short- or long- term storage.
• Clean the outside of the enclosure with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use
ammonia or other harsh chemicals.
• The vent port, located on the side of the enclosure, must remain free of
dirt and debris. Clean as needed.
6.2 PREPARING THE POWER CORD
The power cord comes wired into the battery enclosure. You will need to
prepare the other end of the cord for wiring into the serial board in the
Con TROLL housing.
1. With an X-acto knife or large wire stripper, remove the approximately 4 in.
of outer sheath from the cable.
2. You will see a white and a black wire. Using smaller wire strippers,
remove ¼- to ½-in of sheath from each wire.
3. Completely remove any shielded wire and other remaining wires with wire
cutters.
6.3 MOUNT THE ENCLOSURE
1. Mount the battery enclosure on the same pole or rail as the Con TROLL
PRO. Brackets for mounting to a 2½–3 in. diameter pole are included.