Xantrex Technology C60, C35, C40 owner manual Load Control Mode, Battery Temperature Compensation

Introduction

Battery Temperature Compensation

The optional Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) automatically adjusts the charging process of the C-Series controller. With the BTS installed, the C-Serieswill increase or decrease the battery charging voltage depending on the temperature of the battery to optimize the charge to the battery and maintain optimal performance of the battery.

If not using the BTS, the voltage settings for charging will need to be adjusted based on the temperature of the environment around the batteries and on the type of batteries being used.

See “Temperature Compensation” on page 33 for information on how to set the voltage.

Manual or Auto Equalization Charge

The C-Seriescontroller can be used to manually or automatically provide the battery bank with an equalize charge. Factory default setting is for MANUAL Equalization charging. Be sure to be familiar with all the cautions and warnings concerning equalization charging batteries or damage to batteries can occur.

Load Control Mode

In the Load Control mode, the C-Seriescontrols when to remove a load or loads from the system when an over-discharge or over-load situation occurs. The C-Seriescontroller uses the user-adjustable setpoints to determine when to connect or reconnect loads depending on battery voltage. A load controller prevents damage to the battery from over-discharge during periods of poor weather or excessive loads. The unit does not charge the batteries when in this function.

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