Samlex America MSK-10A - Manual (Page 7)

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SeCtIOn 3 | Installation
WARninG!
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cAUtion!
PLeASe ReAD ALL tHe SAFetY inStRUctionS GiVen in Section 1 BeFoRe
inStALLinG AnD oPeRtinG tHe contRoLLeR. FAiLURe to ABiDe BY tHe
RecoMMenDAtionS MAY cAUSe PeRSonAL inJURY / DAMAGe to tHe kit.
Do not USe tHe Unit in Wet enViRonMent
• Please note that this unit is not waterproof (its Ingress Protection Rating is
iP-30). Hence, please ensure that the unit is installed in dry environment.
GRoUnDinG
• The design of this controller allows only Positive Grounding. Ground the
Positive Terminal of the Solar Array input on the Charge Controller or the
Positive Terminal of the battery. Do not ground the Negative.
BAtteRY tYPeS
• Charge only leAD ACID bATTeRIeS - flooDeD, SeAleD (AGm) oR SeAleD
(Gel Cell) types
WiRe SizinG
• Select the system cables according to 3A/mm 2 current density.
MoUntinG
When mounting the controller, ensure free air through the controller heat sink fins.
There should be at least 6 inches (150 mm) of clearance above and below the controller
to allow for cooling. If mounted in an enclosure, ventilation is highly recommended.
WARninG!
RiSk oF exPLoSion! neVeR inStALL tHe contRoLLeR in A SeALeD encLo-
SURe WitH FLooDeD BAtteRieS! Do not inStALL in A conFineD AReA
WHeRe BAtteRY GASSeS cAn AccUMULAte.
Step 1: Choose mounting location
Locate the controller on a vertical surface protected from direct sun, high temperature,
and water. And make sure there is good ventilation.
Step 2: Check for Clearance
Place the controller in the location where it will be mounted. Verify that there is suffi-
cient room to run wires and that there is sufficient room above and below the controller
for airflow.