OWNER’S MANUAL MiniBoostPRO TEAMBMPRO.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read the Safety Precautions before installing or using the MiniBoostPRO. Be sure to observe all precautions without fail. Failure to observe these instructions properly may result in personal damage, or personal injury which depending on the circumstances may be serious and cause loss of life. WARNING Correct installation is the most critical factor in ensuring the safe use of the MiniBoostPRO.
WARNING Electricity and water do not mix. Keep this product and your battery dry and do not expose it to water or water vapour. Do not operate this product or battery near any sort of liquid. Do not operate this product with wet hands. Do not use this product in environments that are excessively hot, cold, dusty or humid or where it will be exposed to magnetic fields or long periods of sunshine. Such exposure may cause the product or your battery to fail, catch fire or explode.
CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ABOUT THE MINIBOOSTPRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TERMINOLOGY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION . . . . . COMPATIBLE BATTERY TYPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 8 8 8 DESCRIPTION OF PARTS . . . . . . . . . . .
ABOUT THE MINIBOOSTPRO BMPRO’s MiniBoostPRO is a multi-stage DC-to-DC battery charger, that enables charging a secondary battery from solar panels and / or the towing vehicle’s 12V electrical system. Blending both the solar and auxiliary inputs, the MiniBoostPRO provides a combined maximum charging current of 30A, with a preference to solar for charging your secondary battery. When charging, the MiniBoostPRO continually monitors primary, secondary battery and solar voltage.
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS X W y V w u x U v Figure 1: The MiniBoost PRO 6. Batt Out Red cable to connect to the positive terminal of the battery to be charged (secondary). 1. Aux LED Green LED indicates charging from primary source. 2. Solar LED Blue LED illuminates when the MiniBoostPRO charges the battery from its solar input. 7. Common Negative Black cable to connect to the solar, primary and the battery’s secondary negative terminals. 3. Fault LED Red LED is a warning / fault indicator. 8.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation of the MiniBoostPRO should be carried out only by a certified installer with caravan electrical experience. VENTILATION AND THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS The MiniBoostPRO may be installed in any orientation. To prevent overheating of the MiniBoostPRO, install the unit in a well-ventilated area that allows for continuous airflow around the unit. Overheating of the MiniBoostPRO will affect the optimal operation of the unit.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS CABLE SIZE Cables should be sized to carry 30A. Table 1 demonstrates the recommended cable size, ranging up to a total length of 15m from input to output. CABLE CABLE COLOUR MINIMUM CABLE SIZE Solar In White 6.0mm2 or 10 AWG Orange 6.0mm2 or 10 AWG Red 6.0mm2 or 10 AWG Common Negative Black 6.0mm2 or 10 AWG Ignition Blue 0.34mm2 or 22 AWG Green 0.
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FUSING Fuse protection of the MiniBoostPRO is required at the primary positive terminals, battery positive terminals, battery chemistry selection cable and the ignition detect cable. The MiniBoostPRO’s recommended fuse for the primary positive and battery positive terminals is an automotive fuse (rating 40A) and for the battery chemistry and ignition detect cables, is an Automotive fuse (rating 2A). Users must place the fuse as close as possible to the battery.
BATTERY CHEMISTRY SELECTION The MiniBoostPRO’s green battery chemistry cable is used to select the battery chemistry. Setting the correct battery chemistry ensures that the appropriate voltage levels are set for charging (Table 3). Selecting 12V Gel Battery When using the MiniBoostPRO to charge a 12V Gel Battery, connect the green wire to the battery negative terminal or connect to the common negative. This will set the output voltage at 14.2V.
Selecting 12V LiFePO4 Battery When using the MiniBoostPRO to charge a 12V LiFePO4 Battery, connect the green wire to the secondary / output battery positive terminal. This will set the output voltage at 14.6V. Figure 4: Selecting the 12V LiFePO4 BATTERY CHEMISTRY BULK-ABSORPTION VOLTAGE BATTERY CHEMISTRY CABLE CONNECTION POINT Gel 14.2V Battery Negative Terminal AGM/Wet 14.4V Floating/Unconnected LiFePO4 14.
BATTERY CHARGING The MiniBoostPRO features a multi-stage charging profile to charge your house battery. These stages are boost/blending/boost charge and solar/ bypass/ blending bypass. This enables the charge to deliver the maximum current, until the terminal voltage has risen to the battery’s pre-set level. CAUTION The MiniBoostPRO may get warm while the battery is being charged. Bulk Bulk is the MiniBoostPRO's primary charging stage where approximately 80% of charging occurs.
SOURCE Aux MODE LED DESCRIPTION Charging Solid green light Float Flashing green light Charging Solid blue light, flashing green light, solid red light Float Flashing blue light, flashing green light, solid red light Solar & Aux Charging Solid blue and green lights Float Flashing blue light and flashing green light Battery Good Flashing green light every 5 seconds Solar Blending None Table 4: LED charging flash sequence 17
PROTECTIVE FEATURES The MiniBoostPRO has the following built in protection features: Spark Free Protection If the MiniBoostPRO is not connected to a secondary battery, the unit provides prevention of sparking in the case of accidental short circuit on the output side. Reverse Polarity Connection Protection In the case of a Reverse Polarity Connection Protection on either inputs or the output, the MiniBoostPRO will automatically prevent any internal damage.
FAULT CODES If there is a fault with the MiniBoostPRO set-up that prevents the battery from charging, the red fault LED will illuminate and flash a code to describe the fault (Table 5). FAULT FLASHING SEQUENCE SOLUTION No source and secondary battery voltage <12.
SERVICING AND CLEANING This product contains hazardous voltages and energy hazards that may cause death or injury. Only qualified service personnel may service the MiniBoostPRO. Do not attempt to service the MiniBoostPRO yourself, OR dismantle, modify or repair the MiniBoostPRO yourself; this will void your warranty. If your MiniBoostPRO requires servicing, please consult your BMPRO dealer or visit teambmpro.com for assistance.
FAQS AND TROUBLESHOOTING Need more help troubleshooting your MiniBoostPRO? Contact our customer service team online at at teambmpro.com/technicalsupport Can I use the MiniBoostPRO inside my engine bay? The MiniBoostPRO cannot be used inside an engine bay as it is rated to IP20. Does the MiniBoostPRO connect to home solar panels? No, the MiniBoostPRO will not connect if the voltage rating of your home solar panels is over 25V.
SPECIFICATIONS MINIBOOSTPRO SPECIFICATIONS Auxiliary input voltage 9-15V DC Solar input voltage 9-25V DC Output Voltage Gel: 14.2V AGM/Wet: 14.4V LiFePO4/: 14.6V Float Voltage 13.6V Output Current* Auxiliary Bypass: max. 30A Auxiliary Boost: max. 22A Solar Charging: max. 30A (360W) Blending Charging: max.
COMPLIANCE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS (AUSTRALIA) Registering your BMPRO product is an important step to ensure that you receive all the benefits you are entitled to. Please visit teambmpro.com to complete the online registration form for your new product today. 1. BMPRO goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law.
LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS (USA) Registering your BMPRO product is an important step to ensure that you receive all the benefits you are entitled to. Please visit teambmpro.com to complete the online registration form for your new product today. What this Limited Warranty Covers This warranty covers any defect or malfunction in your BMPRO product. Under this warranty you are entitled to have such goods replaced, repaired or refunded.
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