Users Manual

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Charging
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DO NOT charge PHOENIX at high temperatures above
113°F (45°C)
or low temperatures
below 32
°
F (0
°
C). The recommended charge temperature range is between
32°F (0°C)
and
104
°
F (40
°
C).
•
DO NOT use damaged accessories to charge PHOENIX as it might cause electric shock.
•
ONLY use Renogy approved accessories to charge PHOENIX.
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DO NOT charge PHOENIX immediately after a long heavy run.
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Please charge PHOENIX immediately when the battery level drops below 10% to prevent
overdischarge.
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To extent the cycle life, please fully charge PHOENIX before each use.
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It is not required to turn on PHOENIX manually before charging. PHOENIX turns on automati-
cally once it detects the charging source(s).
PHOENIX features 3 charging methods – solar, AC, and car.
Solar Charging
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Place a solar panel (sold separately) under direct sunlight. Steer clear of objects that can
shade the solar panel and slow down the charging process.
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Connect the DC Input Port of PHOENIX to the solar connectors of the solar panel with the in-
cluded solar charge cable. PHOENIX will start charging automatically.
•
Multiple solar panels can be connected in series for a higher power rating.