Aervoe Solar Link 1000 - Manual (Page 6)

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ChARGING
For maximum efficiency and battery life, charge before first use and after each use. Charge the
batteries every 4-6 months if it is being stored for a long period of time. Failure to properly charge as
listed below could damage the unit and affect performance.
Two methods of charging are available:
•
Use the included 120V/220V – 15V 10A AC Charger
• Use a compatible solar panel (Sierra Wave #9580 & #9590 Solar Collectors recommended)
• Before charging or operating any devices, insert mAIN POWeR Key into the KeyHOLe and turn
clockwise to operate all charging and operation features. Turn counterclockwise to disengage all
operations. The key should be removed when not in use.
AC Charging: (included)
1. The INVeRTeR ON/OFF switch and the DC ON/OFF switch should be OFF.
2. Plug the 120V AC Charger into the DC IN socket. make sure that the charger input voltage
selector is set for your area – this is either 120V or 220V. A 120V AC Charger is provided with
the unit. A 220V AC Charger may be purchased separately if required.
3. Find a suitable 120V AC outlet and plug in the power cord.
4. The ReD LeD on the charger will glow when charging is in progress.
5. The GReeN LeD on the charger will glow when a complete battery charge is reached.
6. The BATTeRy meTeR will indicate the strength of the battery – All 10 LeDs means the unit is
fully charged.
7. Disconnect the charger once charging is complete.
Solar Charging: (solar panel not included)
The Solar Link 1000 has a built in Linear Solar Charge Controller that can accept 12V and 24V solar
panel systems, up to a maximum input of 150 watts. Aervoe recommends the Sierra Wave #9580 80-
Watt Solar Collector or the Sierra Wave #9590 120-Watt Solar Collector.
The SOLAR IN socket is a four pin Anderson Power Pole™ connector. It has two ReD (+) pins and two
BLACK (-) pins. An ANDeRSON TO mC4 ADAPTeR CABLe is provided to connect Sierra Wave solar
panels directly into the Solar Link 1000.
1. Connect a recommended or equivalently rated solar panel using the included ANDeRSON TO
mC4 ADAPTeR CABLe into the SOLAR IN socket. If using a solar panel or adapter cable other
than Sierra Wave, observe the proper +/- polarities and wattage recommendations.
2. Follow instructions provided with the solar panel.
3. When solar voltage is present, the SOLAR INPUT LeD will glow ReD.
4. When charging is complete the SOLAR CHARGe COmPLeTe LeD will glow GReeN.
5. The BATTeRy meTeR will indicate the status of charging – All 10 LeDs means the unit is fully
charged.
6. Disconnect the solar collector once charging is complete.
Note: The bATTery meTer measures the battery voltage in a range of approximately 10.5 to 14.5 volts.
When a charging voltage is present the bATTery meTer will indicate the charging voltage level, not the
battery voltage. When voltage sources are removed, the meter will again indicate the battery voltage level.
The bATTery meTer can be left on to monitor the battery voltage levels during charging or power center
operation. It should be switched OFF when not in use or during long term storage.