Xantrex PROsine 2.0 User Manual

SECTION 5 OPERATION
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Operation in Equalization Mode
Follow the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for equalizing your
batteries. Appendix C: “Batteries” provides some background on different
batteries. As a guide, a heavily used flooded battery may need to be equalized
once a month and a battery in light service every two to four months.
The PROsine 2.0 delivers a high quality charge so batteries do not need to be
equalized as often as may be necessary when a lower quality charger is used.
Equalization Procedure
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To equalize your batteries
1. Turn off or disconnect all loads on the battery.
The voltage applied to the battery during equalization may damage some
electronic equipment. As well, equalization won’t proceed correctly if
loads are drawing current from the battery.
2. Check electrolyte level.
Fill with distilled water if the electrolyte level is low. Measure the specific
gravity (S.G.) of each cell using a hydrometer. For fully charged lead-acid
batteries, the reading should be approximately 1.265. (Consult your
battery manufacturer.) Equalization is needed if one or more cells have a
substantially lower specific gravity than the others.
3. To request the equalization charge, the charger must already be in
operation. Set the CHARGER switch to ENABLE, and then select
Enabled on the Configure PROsine—General menu (see page 47).
Equalization will be carried out after an absorption charge (if the batteries
WARNING
Equalization generates explosive gases. Ensure adequate ventilation.
CAUTION
Sealed lead-acid batteries and gel batteries must NEVER be equalized or
premature battery failure will result. Equalize mode is disabled if you
have selected “Gel” as the Battery Type.
Only flooded lead-acid batteries should be equalized. As a general rule,
do not equalize a battery unless there are provisions to add water to it and
the manufacturer recommends equalization.
NOTE
If carried out too frequently or done improperly, equalization can damage your
batteries. Never equalize a battery more than necessary. Always check electrolyte
level before AND after equalization. Fill with distilled water only. Monitor
electrolyte specific gravity (S.G.) throughout the equalization phase.

Xantrex PROsine 2.0 Specifications

General

Brand	Xantrex
Model	PROsine 2.0
Category	Inverter
Language	English