How to Guide

Battery Safety

NOT

let the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery touch each

other.

Never attempt to charge a damaged battery, frozen battery, or non-rechargeable

battery.

Use only sealed lead-acid, flooded, or gel batteries

which must be deep cycle.

Explosive battery gases may be present while charging. Be certain there is

enough ventilation to release the gases.

Be careful when working with large lead acid batteries. Wear eye protection and

have fresh water available in case there is contact with the battery acid.

Over-charging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates

and activate material shedding on them. Too high of an equalizing charge or too

long of one may cause damage. Please carefully review the specific

requirements of the battery used in the system.

If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If

acid enters eye, immediately flush eye running with cold water for at least 10

minutes and get medical attention immediately.

Connect battery terminals to the charge controller

BEFORE

connecting

the solar panel(s) to the charge controller.

NEVER

connect solar panels

to charge controller until the battery is connected.

WARNING

Lead-acid, Lithium-ion, LiFePO4, LTO batteries can be dangerous. Ensure no

sparks or flames are present when working near batteries. Refer to battery

manufacturer’s specific charging rate setting. Do NOT charge improper battery

type.