BatteryMINDer SCC180 - Manual (Page 3)

BatteryMINDer ® Model SCC180
Rev. B-073108 Page 3 P/N VDCSCC180-MNL
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. By
“good” we mean no shorted cells, and a “rested” voltage of each battery
= /> 12 volts*. When able to test your batteries with a hydrometer, do so
only after fully charging them and waiting at least overnight before testing
for specific gravity level. If your readings indicate battery is holding a charge
equal to only 1125 (1.125 s.g.) or only 2 balls floating (in a 4 ball type
hydrometer) or just 12.25 volts (when tested with a digital voltmeter), your
batteries should first be desulphated with a 120 Vac input type charger-
desulfator. Once your batteries are properly desulphated your solar charging
system will be able to keep them desulphated and fully charged for years to
come.
* “RESTED” - see page 6
Solar Controller must be mounted in an area where it can be easily seen,
protected from the elements (direct rainfall), and bright sunlight (where it
would be difficult to see the 3 LED status indicators). Do not attempt to
extend or replace (substitute) the quick connect-disconnect battery cables
supplied with your system, as it is important the controller be in the same
general temperature environment as the battery(s). Use the already attached
Velcro adhesive pad to either temporally or permanently mount the controller.
This will allow you to change its location, should you ever wish to, without
leaving holes behind. You may also choose to use the screw holes provided.
Connect output wires from your solar panels to solar controller by sliding
terminal cover on controller (see picture on left) to expose terminals beneath.
Be careful to observe correct polarity.
Connect cord set (supplied) to battery clamps or directly to terminals
(depends on battery type) Observe polarity indications on ring end of wires:
RED = + (positive) / BLUE = -- (negative).