Magnum Energy RD Series - Manual (Page 47)

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
4.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
The following information is provided to help you keep your RD Series inverter/charger in optimum
operational condition.
4.1 Recommended Inverter and Battery Care
The RD Series inverter/charger is designed to provide you with years of trouble-free service.
Even though there are no user-serviceable parts, it is recommended that every 6 months you
perform the following maintenance steps to ensure optimum performance and extend the life of
your batteries.
WARNING: Prior to performing the following checks, switch OFF both the AC and
DC circuits.
Visually inspect the batteries for cracks, leaks, or swelling – replace if necessary.
Use baking soda to clean and remove any electrolyte spills or buildups.
Check and tighten all battery holddown clamps (if applicable).
Clean and tighten all battery terminals and connecting cables [10 to 12 ft lbf
(13.6 to 16.3 N-m)].
Check and fi ll battery water levels (Liquid Lead Acid batteries only).
Check individual battery voltages (load test those that have a voltage difference of more
than 0.3 VDC from each other) – replace if necessary.
Check all cable runs for signs of chafi ng – replace if necessary.
Check the inverter’s cooling vents – clean as necessary.
Check and tighten the inverter’s internal AC terminal block connections
[16 in lbf (1.8 N-m)].
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