Baintech PowerTop User manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THISAPPLIANCE READ ALL SAFETYAND USAGE
INSTRUCTIONS LOCATED ON THEAPPLIANCE AND IN THIS
MANUAL
These warnings apply to the appliance, and also where applicable, to all tools, accessories,
chargers or mains adapters.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY
1. This appliance is not intended for use by young children, or infirm persons with reduced or
impaired mental or physical capabilities, or persons with a lack of knowledge and experience
unless directly under the supervision or instruction of a responsible party to ensure that safe
use conditions are met.
2. This appliance is not a toy. If this appliance is in use in the vicinity of children, proper attention
and supervision must be given to ensure that they do not play with this electrical device.
3. Use only as described in this manual. Do not undertake any maintenance unless described in
this manual or advised recognized Service personnel.
4. Suitable for use in dry conditions only. Operate under shelter with adequate protection from
elements.
5. Do not handle any part of the appliance with wet hands.
6. Damaged electrical cords are a hazard, In the case of damaged or frayed electrical cord DO
NOT USE and seek replacement from manufacturer or similarly qualified person.
7. If the appliance is not working as it should, is damaged, or has been dropped, submerged in
water or exposed to the elements for an extended period of time, discontinue use immediately
and contact suppliers Customer Service.
8. Do not disassemble. Contact suppliers Customer Service when service or repair is required.
9. Do not stretch or place electrical cables under strain. Avoid placing cable where it can be
stepped on or tripped over.
10.Keep appliance away from sources of fire and high temperature.
11.Avoid contact with and submersion in water.
12.Use only recommended accessories and replacement parts. Do not use any high capacity DC-
DC charger beyond the recommended maximum charging current of 20A
13.If used in vehicle, ensure that the appliance is secured and fixed in place.
14.Charge in a well-ventilated location
15. Do not go beyond the maximum recommended load for each socket or panel
16.Warning against recharging non-rechargeable batteries
17.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
If supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from
the manufacture or its service agent.
-Include a warning against recharging non-rechargeable batteries.
Important Safety Instructions
Before using this appliance read all safety and usage instructions located on
the appliance and in this manual.
These warnings apply to the appliance, and also where applicable, to all tools,
accessories, chargers or main adapters.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY
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ESSENTIAL USER GUIDE
6 LED INDICATORS:
o MAINS - illuminates when charging via AC
o VEHICLE - illuminates when charging via the BLUE Anderson
o SOLAR/EXTERNAL - illuminates when using UNREGULATED solar via the RED Anderson only
o BOOST - standard operating LED - will remain illuminated during operation
o FLOAT - illuminates when connected to a charging source
o FLAT BATTERY - illuminates as a warning for both LOW and HIGH voltage
LOW VOLTAGE ALARM:
An audible alarm will sound when the battery voltage drops below 12v and the low voltage shutdown activates when
voltage drops below 11.0v. If shutdown activates - turn the PowerTop on and place on charge.
HIGH VOLTAGE ALARM:
An audible alarm will sound when the battery is overcharged, the high voltage alarm sounds above 15v and the high
voltage shutdown activates when your battery is charged above 15.2v. If this occurs, remove charging source and
switch the PowerTop off and on again.
POWERTOP VOLTAGE READINGS
13.2 Volts 100% Float Charge - voltage slowly drops to 12.8
12.8 Volts 100%
12.4 Volts 50% (Place on charge for best battery life)
12.0 Volts 25% AUDIBLE BATTERYALARM WILL SOUND
11.8 Volts 0% (Empty)
11.0 Volts Automatic shutdown activates
In Built Battery Charger 6.6A 12V AC Charger
Mains input voltage 240V AC
Vehicle input charging voltage Cut-In Voltage Above 13.2V
Low voltage alarm indicator
High voltage alarm indicator Below 12v
Above 15v
System Shut Down LOW Voltage
System Shut Down HIGH Voltage Below 11.0v
Above 15.2v
Socket Protection 15A Self-resettable breaker
Grey Anderson plug (output) protection 50A Self-resettable breaker
USB Socket Output 5V 2.3A
Maximum Load across all sockets 200W
SOLAR CHARGING (SEE PAGE 9-10)
Don’t plug in any solar panel greater than 300 watts and having a maximum exceeding 18 volts DC in full sun.
VEHICLE CHARGING (SEE PAGE 10-11)
If installing into a vehicle - make sure you know what alternator your car has, as this determines how the charging
setup is wired. A standard alternator is wired into the BLUE Anderson socket.
A “smart” or electronic-alternator is wired through a DC-DC charger into the GREY Anderson socket. Vehicles made
after 2011 often have smart-alternators. A suitable DC to DC charger for this hookup is the CTEK D250SA
See www.baintech.com.au/powertopwiring for the latest wiring diagrams
For more info: www.baintech.com.au/powertopoffgridv3
BEFORE USE
Just like your mobile phone,
the PowerTop should be fully
charged before use - use the AC
power cord provided. Keep your
PowerTop charged above 12.4
to maintain battery at optimum
capacity
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PowerTop Technical Information
Features:
• Aerwarrantyperiodserviceisavailable.
• Openingunitvoidswarranty.
• Forstandardwarrantytermspleasevisithp://www.baintech.com.au/warranty
• Replacementbaeryavailable,pleasecontactBainbridgeTechnologies.
• 12V 135Ah AGM Battery
• Top of unit made from anodised aluminium
• In-built 6.6A AC connected battery charger
• In-built electronics (VCR) for accepting charge from vehicle input, for voltages above 13.2V
• Low voltage audio alarm buzzer (@ 12 Volt)
• Automatic system shut down (@ Below 11.0 Volt)
• Bypass Low Voltage shut down (Connect to Mains AC input, then press ON)
• DC On/Off push button switch for the unit
• Total four 12V DC power socket outlets
o 2 x Engel Socket
o 2 x Ciga Sockets
o Protected by 20A thermal self-resettable breaker
o 2 x Universal USB Socket (5V/2.3 amp each)
• 6 LED indicators:
o MAINS
o VEHICLE
o SOLAR/EXTERNAL
o BOOST
o FLOAT
o FLAT BATTERY
• Fitted 3x 50A Anderson type Connectors
o Red: Solar/External (12V solar panel input can be unregulated)
o Blue: Vehicle Charge Input connection
o Grey: Load connection to and from battery
• Protected by 50A thermal self-resettable breaker
• Can be used for external higher power regulated output from a AC charger, DC-DC
charger or solar power source to charge the battery
Battery Type 12v 135ah AGM battery
In Built Battery Charger 6.6A 12V AC Charger
Mains input voltage 240V AC
Vehicle input charging voltage Cut-In Voltage Above 13.2V
Low voltage alarm indicator
High voltage alarm indicator Below 12v
Above 15v
System Shut Down LOW Voltage
System Shut Down HIGH Voltage Below 11.0v
Above 15.2v
Socket Protection 15A Self-resettable breaker
Grey Anderson plug (output) protection 50A Self-resettable breaker
USB Socket Output 5V 2.3A
Maximum Load across all sockets 200W
Dimensions (L x W x H) 330 x 175 x 275 mm
Weight 35kg
Warranty 18 months
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IMPORTANT: Ensure correct
polarity for all connections to the
Powertop.
Eg. Positive and Negative
wiring connections to Anderson
Connectors.
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Tricolour Anderson Plugs
(included)
POWERTOP SIDE
TheBaintechAndersonplugisdesignedtolocksecurelytogetherandprovideasolidconneconbetweentwocables.Ratedfor
50A.TheBaintechPowerTophasthreecolourcodedAndersonplugsonthesideoftheunit.Theseplugscanbeusedtoconnectto
externalcharginginputsorloads.Eachcolouriskeyeddierentlytoensurecorrectconneconofloadsandcharginginputs.
RED ANDERSON: Solar/External
Accepts charging from UNREGULATED solar
BLUE ANDERSON: Vehicle charging input connection
GREY ANDERSON: Load connection to and from battery - Accepts charging
from a REGULATED solar power source only
• Acceptsregulatedsolaronly
• Protectedbya50Athermalself-reseablebreaker
• Canbeusedfor12voltinputandoutputpowersourceinapplicaonse.g:Inverter,DC-DCcharger(fromsmartalternator),
highcurrentAC-DCcharger,oraregulatedsolarpowersourcetochargethePowerTop
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AC CHARGING CORD
ACcordtochargefrommainspowersupply.Charge
athomebeforeuse.
PowerTop, place it on AC charge to
fully charge before use. Think of your
PowerTop like a new mobile phone,
always charge before use.
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If you require faster charging we recommend using a 20A (maximum) charger suited for Gel batteries with the following
voltage set points:
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
The external charger is to be connected to the Grey Anderson connector labeled 50A Battery Output.
CHARGING
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Internal AC charger
ThePowerTopcomeswithaninternal6.6AACcharger.
ThechargeroperateswhentheACplugisconnectedintothe
unit.
WhenchargingwiththeinbuiltACcharger:
1)DisconnectPowerTopunitfromallloadsandturnOFFunit
2)ConnecttheACplugfrom240VACsourcetotheunit.
3)TurnONthePowerTopUnit-MainsLEDwillturnON-Leave
chargingunlfull.
FAST CHARGING
Ifyourequirefasterchargingwerecommendusinga20A(Maximum25A)chargersuitedforAGMbaerieswiththefollowing
voltagesetpoints:
• BOOST14.2V
• FLOAT13.7V
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HOW TO RECOGNIZE WHEN YOUR POWERTOP IS CHARGED
The PowerTop when fully charged will have a voltmeter reading of 12.8-13.2 volts on the LCD display. It is
recommended to place it on charge aer purchasing and every 21-28 days or so if kept in storage for any period. No
need to leave it on indenitely ( ie: oat charging as it’s called ) - as this will shorten the baery life.
As the voltage reading falls o - these are the typical readings you should see to determine the level of charge sll in
your baery >
13.2 volts is 100% charged; (Full FLOAT status - reading will slowly fall to 12.8v)
12.8 volts is 100% charged; BOOST indicates ready to use
12.4 volts is 50% charged; < Lowest recommended level of discharge to get best baery life
12.0 volts is 25 % charged; < Audible baery alarm will sound
Use external charger when baery falls below this level
11.0 volts is 0% empty. < Automac low voltage shutdown - external charger required
When charging with the internal charger - the meter voltage will rise up to 14.2 volts and then start to fall back down
to about 13.7 volts DC.
It may toggle between the BOOST and FLOAT levels before fully charged. Once fully Charged the unit can be turned
o at the wall socket. The BOOST light will stay on all the me except when the baery voltage is above 14.2V.
The charge me for this to happen can vary depending on baery condion, but up to 16 hours maximum is required
for a full charge to be realized.
Aer turning o the Ac wall charger - the PowerTop will sit on a reading of 13.2 volts for a couple of hours - before
seling down to the nal 13.2 - 12.8 volt reading of 100% full; - whereby it will stay on that reading for a number of
weeks before slowly discharging. This is with NO appliance plugged in and the unit sing in storage.
Charging through the Red Solar, Grey with a DC-DC charger, or Blue Vehicle Anderson sockets, can speed the charging
process up to be much quicker me frame ( ie around 6-8 hours ).
Air Vent
AC
Input
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If you want to connect a DC charging source that is unregulated, for example a 12V PV panel (36 Cell) without a
regulator it must be connected to the Red Anderson Connector input labelled Solar/External Charge.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DC On/Off Switch must be ON for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DC On/Off Switch must be
ON
for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
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SOLAR/EXT
UNREGULATED SOLAR DC CHARGING
Ifasolarregulatorisedtothepanel,itmustbeusedontheAGMbaeryseng(somecheaperunitswillhaveno
selectablebaeryseng)andbepluggedintotheGREYAndersonsocket.
Whenusingregulatedsolar:Checkyoursolarregulatorinformaontoensurethereiscorrectsolarconnecontothe
PowerTop.
REGULATED SOLAR OPERATION
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If the solar panel is supplied with a solar charge controller or you have an external solar charge controller they must
meet the following requirements:
•20A maximum charge current
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
If the solar charger controller meets these requirements connect the device to the Grey Anderson connector
labelled 50A Battery Output.
Vehicle Charging
IMPORTANT NOTE: DC On/Off Switch must be ON for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
If you want to charge the PowerTop from the vehicle alternator, connect a cable to the starter battery, connect the
other end of the cable to the Blue Anderson Plug on the PowerTop labelled Vehicle charge input. Fuse the cable at
the start battery end of the cable. The vehicle voltage must be above 13.2V to charge the PowerTop battery.
Recommended fuse size is 35 AMPS max.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DC On/Off Switch must be ON for charging ( see page 3 for switch location)
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REGULATED SOLAR DC CHARGING
STANDARD ALTERNATOR VEHICLE CHARGING
If you have an external DC-DC charger they must meet the following requirements:
•20A maximum charge current
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
If the DC-DC charger meets these requirements connect the device to the Grey Anderson connector labelled 50A
Battery Output.
Charging Status LEDs
FLAT BATTERY LED will switch on when battery voltage drops below 11V and will switch off when
battery voltage is greater than 11V. When the FLAT Battery LED is on an internal audible alarm will
also activate.
BOOST LED indicates that the battery is being charged via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle
(Blue Anderson) inputs or on an AC charger. The Boost cut out voltage is 14.2V and will cut in when
the battery voltage drops below 12.7V.
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the BOOST cut-out voltage is reached and will switch off
when the Boost cut-in voltage is reached. The Float LED indicates the battery is not being charged
via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle (Blue Anderson ) inputs.
Vehicle LED Operation
The Vehicle LED will turn on when the voltage on the B
l
ue Anderson input is above 13.2V and will
turn off when the voltage goes below
13.2
V.
DC
-
DC
Vehicle
Charging
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DC On/Off Switch must be
ON
for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
Vehicle
Ifthesolarpanelissuppliedwithasolarchargecontrolleroryouhaveanexternalsolarchargecontrollertheymustmeetthe
followingrequirements:
•20Amaximumchargecurrent
•Boost14.2V
•Float13.7V
IfthesolarchargercontrollermeetstheserequirementsconnectthedevicetotheGreyAndersonconnectorlabeled50ABaery
Output.
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DC-DC VEHICLE CHARGING
IfyouhaveanexternalDC-DCchargertheymustmeetthefollowingrequirements:
• 25AMAXIMUM chargecurrent
• Boost14.2v
• Float13.7v
A“smart”orelectronic-alternatoriswiredthroughaDC-DCchargerintotheGREYAndersonsocket.Vehiclesmadeaer2011
oenhavesmart-alternators.AsuitableDC-DCchargerforthishookupistheCTEKD250SA.
If you have an external DC-DC charger they must meet the following requirements:
•20A maximum charge current
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
If the DC-DC charger meets these requirements connect the device to the Grey Anderson connector labelled 50A
Battery Output.
Charging Status LEDs
FLAT BATTERY LED will switch on when battery voltage drops below 11V and will switch off when
battery voltage is greater than 11V. When the FLAT Battery LED is on an internal audible alarm will
also activate.
BOOST LED indicates that the battery is being charged via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle
(Blue Anderson) inputs or on an AC charger. The Boost cut out voltage is 14.2V and will cut in when
the battery voltage drops below 12.7V.
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the BOOST cut-out voltage is reached and will switch off
when the Boost cut-in voltage is reached. The Float LED indicates the battery is not being charged
via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle (Blue Anderson ) inputs.
Vehicle LED Operation
The Vehicle LED will turn on when the voltage on the B
l
ue Anderson input is above 13.2V and will
turn off when the voltage goes below
13.2
V.
DC
-
DC
Vehicle
Charging
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DC On/Off Switch must be
ON
for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
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If you have an external DC-DC charger they must meet the following requirements:
•20A maximum charge current
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
If the DC-DC charger meets these requirements connect the device to the Grey Anderson connector labelled 50A
Battery Output.
Charging Status LEDs
FLAT BATTERY LED will switch on when battery voltage drops below 11V and will switch off when
battery voltage is greater than 11V. When the FLAT Battery LED is on an internal audible alarm will
also activate.
BOOST LED indicates that the battery is being charged via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle
(Blue Anderson) inputs or on an AC charger. The Boost cut out voltage is 14.2V and will cut in when
the battery voltage drops below 12.7V.
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the BOOST cut-out voltage is reached and will switch off
when the Boost cut-in voltage is reached. The Float LED indicates the battery is not being charged
via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle (Blue Anderson ) inputs.
Vehicle LED Operation
The Vehicle LED will turn on when the voltage on the B
l
ue Anderson input is above 13.2V and will
turn off when the voltage goes below
13.2
V.
DC
-
DC
Vehicle
Charging
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DC On/Off Switch must be
ON
for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
FLAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the PowerTop battery voltage drops below 12V and
will switch off when the battery voltage is greater than 12v. When the FLAT Battery LED is on - an
internal audible alarm will also activate.
FLAT BATTERY LED : HIGH VOLTAGE WARNING The Flat Battery LED will illuminate when the
PowerTop battery is overcharged (voltage above 15v) and an audible alarm sounds.
The BOOST light will stay on all the time except when the battery voltage is above 14.4V.
This is a standard operating LED.
Important: Place on charge when voltage drops below 12.4 - this keeps the PowerTop fully charged
to maintain battery at optimum capacity.
If you have an external DC-DC charger they must meet the following requirements:
•20A maximum charge current
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
If the DC-DC charger meets these requirements connect the device to the Grey Anderson connector labelled 50A
Battery Output.
Charging Status LEDs
FLAT BATTERY LED will switch on when battery voltage drops below 11V and will switch off when
battery voltage is greater than 11V. When the FLAT Battery LED is on an internal audible alarm will
also activate.
BOOST LED indicates that the battery is being charged via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle
(Blue Anderson) inputs or on an AC charger. The Boost cut out voltage is 14.2V and will cut in when
the battery voltage drops below 12.7V.
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the BOOST cut-out voltage is reached and will switch off
when the Boost cut-in voltage is reached. The Float LED indicates the battery is not being charged
via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle (Blue Anderson ) inputs.
Vehicle LED Operation
The Vehicle LED will turn on when the voltage on the B
l
ue Anderson input is above 13.2V and will
turn off when the voltage goes below
13.2
V.
DC
-
DC
Vehicle
Charging
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DC On/Off Switch must be
ON
for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when there is charge into the unit. When the battery is full or
near full the FLOAT LED will be on for a longer period as the battery voltage is holding voltage and
dropping below 13.7v.
If you have an external DC-DC charger they must meet the following requirements:
•20A maximum charge current
•Bulk 14.2V
•Float 13.7V
If the DC-DC charger meets these requirements connect the device to the Grey Anderson connector labelled 50A
Battery Output.
Charging Status LEDs
FLAT BATTERY LED will switch on when battery voltage drops below 11V and will switch off when
battery voltage is greater than 11V. When the FLAT Battery LED is on an internal audible alarm will
also activate.
BOOST LED indicates that the battery is being charged via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle
(Blue Anderson) inputs or on an AC charger. The Boost cut out voltage is 14.2V and will cut in when
the battery voltage drops below 12.7V.
FLOAT BATTERY LED will switch on when the BOOST cut-out voltage is reached and will switch off
when the Boost cut-in voltage is reached. The Float LED indicates the battery is not being charged
via the Solar/Ext (RED Anderson) and Vehicle (Blue Anderson ) inputs.
Vehicle LED Operation
The Vehicle LED will turn on when the voltage on the B
l
ue Anderson input is above 13.2V and will
turn off when the voltage goes below
13.2
V.
DC
-
DC
Vehicle
Charging
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DC On/Off Switch must be
ON
for charging (see page 3 for switch location).
LED INDICATORS AND AUDIBLE ALARM
LOW VOLTAGE ALARM:
An audible alarm will sound when the battery voltage drops below 12v and the low voltage shutdown
activates when voltage drops below 11.5v.
HIGH VOLTAGE ALARM:
An audible alarm will sound when the battery is overcharged, the high voltage alarm sounds above 15v and
the high voltage shutdown activates when your battery is charged above 15.2v.
VOLTAGE READINGS
13.2 Volts 100% Float Charge - voltage slowly drops to 12.8
12.8 Volts 100%
12.4 Volts 50% (Place on charge for best battery life)
12.0 Volts 25% AUDIBLE BATTERY ALARM WILL SOUND
11.8 Volts 0% (Empty)
11.5 Volts Automatic shutdown activates
FLAT
BATTERY
LED INDICATORS
IMPORTANT: Keep the PowerTop fully charged to maintain baery at opmum capacity.
Repeated deep cycling (deeply discharging the baery) reduces baery life. Where praccal,
plug the PowerTop to the mains or other power supply to keep the baery fully charged.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: DC On/Off switch must be ON for load connections.
The Grey Anderson connector load output is protected by a 50A self-resettable thermal breaker. Maximum
recommended load as a guide is under 500W, dependent on ambient temperature.
Loads can also be connected to the following 12V DC Power sockets:
•Ciga x 2 Maximum load/Socket 10A
•Engel x 2 Maximum load/Socket 10A
•USB x 2 Maximum load/Socket 5V/2.3A
Sockets output are protected by a 20A self-resettable thermal breaker. Maximum recommended load across all
sockets as a guide is 200W, dependent on ambient temperature.
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LOAD CONNECTION
Important note: PowerTop must be ON for LOAD CONNECTION
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DO’S AND DONT’S
DO’S:
1.DofullychargethePowerTopbeforeusingitfortherstme.
2.Dochargethebaeryimmediatelyifthewarningalarmcomeson.Thewarningcomesononcebelow12Volts.Itisgood
praccenottoletthebaeryremainbelow12Voltswithoutrecharging.
3.DokeepthePowerTopfullychargedtomaintainbaeryatopmumcapacity.Repeateddeepcycling(deeplydischargingthe
baery)reducesbaerylife.Wherepraccal,plugthePowerToptothemainstokeepthebaeryfullycharged.
4.DodisconnectalltheloadsandremovetheconneconstoBlueandRedAndersonconnectorswhileusingtheACinternal
charger.
5.DousethemaximumrecommendedDC-DCchargerratedat20A(Max.25A).
6.Solarcharging-regulatedchargingthroughGreyAndersonplugandunregulatedchargingthroughRedAndersonplug.DCON/
OFFswitchmustbeONwhilechargingfromSolar.
7.DofollowtherangsandconneconsforSolarchargingasmenonedinpage8.
8.Dochargeinawell-venlatedlocaon.
9.DomakesurethePowerTopiskeptinanuprightposion.
10.Dokeepitawayfromsourcesofreandhightemperature.
11.Doavoidcontactandsubmersioninwater.
12.DosecureandxthePowerTopbeforeanyo-roadadventure.
DONT’s:
1.DON’TconnectanyloadwhilechargingthroughinternalACcharger,itisonlya6.6Acharger.
2.DON’TusehighcapacityDC-DCchargerbeyondtherecommendedchargingcurrent(max25A).
3.DON’Tgobeyondtherecommendedloadforeachsocketasmenonedinpage12.
4.DON’Topentheunit,itwillvoidthewarranty.
5.DON’TblockairventsofthePowerTop.
6.Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebyyoungchildren,orinrmpersonswithreducedorimpairedmentalorphysical
capabilies,orpersonswithalackofknowledgeandexperienceunlessdirectlyunderthesupervisionorinstruconofa
responsiblepartytoensurethatsafeusecondionsaremet.
7.Damagedelectricalcordsareahazard,inthecaseofdamagedorfrayedelectricalcorddonotconnueuse,seekareplacement
fromthesupplier.
8.DON’TRechargenon-rechargeablebaeries.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. How do I charge the Power Top when the baery is dead?
YouhavetochargethePowerTopthroughanexternalchargerthroughtheGreyAndersonplug.TheCTEKMXS15(CT15000/12)is
therecommendedchargerforthePowerTop.
2. Can I jump-start my car from the PowerTop?
ThePowerTopisnotdesignedtojump-startaca r. Theunithasa50ampcurrentlimitinsidewhichisnotenoughtojump-starta
vehicle.
3. Can I charge from an external ciga-socket ed in my car?
ThisisnotrecommendedasthePowerTopstart-upchargermayblowthefuseintheciga-socket.However,somevehicleshave
cigaplugsratedupto15amp,iftheyareratedthishighitcanbechargedwithit.
4. Do you have diagrams for the Anderson plugs?
AlldiagramstodowiththeAndersonplugscanbefoundintheusermanualinthechargingsecon.Itwillshowtheapplicaonof
eachAndersonplug.
5. Do they have a solar power regulator?
Yes,theinternalsolarregulatorisusingavoltagecontrolrelaysystem.
Solar panel unregulated = Red
Solar panel regulated = Grey
6. Why does it ick between boost and oat while charging?
Thisisstandardoperaononthe2ndand3rdmodel.Thelightsareregulatedbyvoltagewhichtogglestowardstheendofthe
chargecycle.Thetogglinghappenswhenthebaeryisalmostfullycharged.
7. Can I use the sockets on the front if I am charging?
No,usingthesocketsatthefrontwhilechargingthroughthe240vsocketwillresultinthebaerynotcharging,anddraining
throughuse.However,onecandosoifyouuseanexternalcharger(around15amps)pluggedintotheGreyAndersonsocket,ora
largersolarpanel(atleast150wasorbigger)pluggedintotheRedAndersonsocket.Eitherwillsupplyenoughcurrenttosustain
baerychargingwhileusingappliances.
8. How do I connect my dual to the PowerTop?
TheelectronicsinthebluesocketaredierentandtheCTEK250SAneedstoconnectstraightacrosstheinternalbaerywhichis
accessedthroughtheGreysocket.
9. How do I stop the alarm going o?
Youcan’totherthankeepingthebaerychargedup.Thealarmgoesoat12.0voltsorless.Ideallyyoushouldnotdrainthe
baerybelow12.4voltsDCtogetthebestlifefromit.
10. What is the max temperature the Power Top can withstand?
Tempsupto50°Choweverthisisnotrecommendedforlongperiodsofme.Thisalsoappliestofreezingtemperatures.
11. What is the highest voltage the Power Top will reach?
14.2voltsisusuallythemaximumvoltageyourPowerTopwillreach.
12. Does the Power Top come with a VSR (Voltage Sensive Relay)?
NobutitdoeshaveaHighandLowVoltageAlarm.Itwillstartat12volts.
13. Is the PowerTop baery replaceable?
Yes,contactBainbridgewhenareplacementisrequired:1300224683
14. Can I remove the screws and open up the PowerTop?
No,thePowerTopisdesignedtobeaself-containedunit,removinganyscrewsvoidsthewarrantyoftheunit.
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