User manual

16
Start-up
General information
The switching power supply is not a charger. To charge batteries, use suitable char-
gers with charging cut-off.
Connecting the power cable
Connect the power cable with earthing contact provided to the power supply jack
(5) on the power supply. Make sure it is plugged in securely.
Connect the power cable to a mains socket with earthing contact.
Setting the desired output voltage
Make sure that there are no consumers connected to the mains power supply.
Switch on the power supply at the power switch (1). The power indicator (2) should
light up.
Check the output voltage with a voltmeter. If the preset voltage is not the desired
voltage, it can be reset in the range of 12.6 V to 14.8 V.
Gently remove the plastic cover (4) with a flat-tip screwdriver.
With a suitable screwdriver, set the desired output voltage and check the voltage
with a voltmeter.
Carefully replace the cover.
Connecting a consumer
Make sure the consumer is switched off.
Check that the output voltage is correct.
Connect the positive pole (+) of the consumer to the red terminal "+" (8) and
the negative pole (-) of the consumer to the black terminal "-" (7).
4 mm standard connectors could be used for this purpose but we strongly recom-
mend using terminal screws for currents over 20 A (the jack heads can be screwed
on).
Make sure that the consumers are switched off when being connected
to the switching power supply. Sparks may be generated when a con-
sumer which is switched on is connected to the jacks. This may dama-
ge the screw terminals as well as the connected cables.
Always connect the "SENSE" measuring cables, as well. See next chapter