Battery Brain II Series User manual

Installation Instructions
Instrucciones para la instalaci6n
Instructions d'installation
BATTERYBRAIN
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Battery Brain is an innovative accessory that easily
installs to any battery. Using unique micro-electronic
technology it continually monitors the battery power.
When Battery Brain detects power falling below the
level required to start your engine, it automatically
isolates the battery from the electrical system. This
will ensure you always have enough power
to start
your engine and keep moving!
*Gold-Remote/Anti-theft and Gold-Wired Push
Button
(Type III & IV) also have the ability to
disconnect the battery from the electrical system
to
act as an anti-theft device.
*Gold-Auxiliary
(Type IV RV) is designed to extend
battery life by protecting utility/house/coach
batteries rather than the vehicle battery.
Updates
to installation instructions will be posted on
www.smgy.net.

Technical Specifications
DIMENSIONS
Base 1 5/8" (4cm) x 2 1/4" (5.5cm), Height
(including removable protective cap) 2
1/2"
(6cm), Brackets 1 1/4" (3.5cm) x 5/8" (1.5cm)
x
1/8" (3mm).
WEIGHT
Battery Brain 175gm, Accessories 280gm,
Packaging 3gm; Total weight 408gm (1Ib).
CURRENT SPECIFICATIONS
Operational Current Consumption for Silver-
Remote reconnection (Type
II) &Gold-Remote/
Anti-theft (Type
III) After disconnect: 3.8
Milliamps.
Operational Current Consumption for Bronze
(Type
I) &Gold-Wired Push Button (Type IV)
After disconnect: 0Milliamps
Maximum Peak Amperage: 1100 Amps, for 15
consecutive seconds.
Continuous Amperage Capacity: 250 Amps.
Disconnect Voltage Threshold: 11.8V
Disconnect Voltage Threshold for Gold-Auxiliary
(Type
IV RV): 10.5V
OPERATIONAL TEMPERATURE RANGE
-60°F (-51°C) to 200°F (90°C). Battery Brain is
made
of non-combustible materials.
BATTERY SAFETY WARNING!
When working with lead acid batteries and
accessories, caution
must be employed:
•Shield eyes. Do not open vent caps
or
puncture battery casing in any way.
•Sulfuric acid can cause blindness
and severe burns. •Rinse hands and flush eyes
with
water immediately. •Avoid sparks, flames
and smoking.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds.
Chemicals known
to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
Battery Brain
GENERAL
The Battery Brain is installed on the positive (+)
battery post with the post clamp provided. The
clip end
of the black ground wire is fastened to
the negative (-) post clamp bolt.
HELPFUL HINT
The positive (+) bracket on the Battery Brain for
the positive
(+) post clamp is on the same side of
the Battery Brain unit with "12V+" printed on it.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Tools required may vary based on your vehicle.
The most
common tools are; Open-end 5/16",
9/16", 1Omm, 12mm,14mm,
or adjustable
wrench. Standard and Phillips screwdrivers.
REMOTE CONTROL USERS
Save a copy of the identification number on the
back of your remote control. You will need it to
order areplacement if lost.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Before beginning installation, be sure your
battery is holding the proper charge. If your
battery does not hold aminimum charge, it
may
be at the end of its lifecycle. The Battery Brain
is designed
to protect aproperly functioning
or new battery. It cannot restore or repair a
damaged battery. If your vehicles battery
shows
any signs of physical damage such as swelling,
leaking
or cracking, replace the battery prior to
installing Battery Brain.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Unless you are fully familiar with your vehicles
electrical system it is recommended
that
installation of this product is performed by a
certified technician.
IMPORTANT NOTE
This product is not intended for Marine use
and should not be submerged in water. Units
specifically designed for Marine use are
available, see www.smgy.netlbatterybrain for
more information.

Battery Brain Kit includes
BATTERY BRAIN UNIT:
1. Manual "ON/OFF" Reset Control Knob under
removable protective
cap
2. Positive (+) side of Battery Brain (side with
writing) with Butterfly Connector
3. Black Ground Wire, attached
to unit
4. White Antenna Wire, attached to unit Silver-
Remote reconnection
(Type II) &Gold-Remote/
Anti-theft
(Type III) only.
1
. U
Gold-Wired Push Button (Type IV) Only-
This unit has the same remote capacities as
the Gold (type III), but uses apush button
(5) instead of aremote control to change the
setting
of the Battery Brain with the press of the
button. The button can be mounted/concealed
anywhere in the vehicle and is connected
to the
Battery Brain unit via awire.
Gold-Auxiliary (Type IV RV) looks like the
Gold-Wired Push Button (Type IV) model but is
designed
to be connected to the utility/house/
coach batteries in order
to avoid the deep
cycling of full discharge and charging that can
prematurely end abatteries life.
Do not press the button while the engine is
running.
Mount the push button in the desired
location
by tightening the nut provided.
Aluminum Positive Post with Butterfly
Connector with Bolt and
Lock Washer
Aluminum Positive Post with
Bolt
and Lock Washer
Side Mount Bolt
Chassis Mounting Blocks
••
L-Bracket &Straight Mounting Brackets

Installation Instructions
Remote Control Silver-Remote reconnection
(Type II) &Gold-Remote/Anti-theft (Type III)
Models Only)
Remote Control Frequency: TX433.92 Mhz
Battery Type: 12 V
27 A (The batteries are
already installed)
NOTE: Battery location and position differ
in
vehicles. With the supplied accessories you can
mount the Battery Brain on the vehicle using
the Top Mount, Side Mount
or Chassis Mount
positions.
NOTE: After installation ensure all connections
are tight. Ensure manual reset control
knob under the protective cap is
in the on
position. Press down on the knob to establish
connection.
Sample Configuration Options
Top Mounting Options
Red Accessory Bypass Wire with Fuse Holder
Black Engine On Wire
Side Mounting Options
+
Chassis Mounting Option
Optional:
Vibration Sensor -Available separately, can be
used in place
of the Engine On Wire
*(See your retailer for details)

STEP 1: Disconnecting Battery Cables:
A) Disconnect the black/negative (-) cable from
the negative (-) battery post/bolt on the battery.
B) Disconnect the red/positive (+) cable from the
positive
(+) battery post/bolt on the battery
D) Side mount only: Connect the positive side
of the Battery Brain (with the sign 12V
+) to the
positive post on the battery using the provided
side mount screw. Then connect the
red
positive battery cable to the other side of the
Battery Brain.
STEP 2: Connecting the Battery Brain:
A) Unscrew removable protective cap on the top
off the unit and turn the "ON/OFF" manual reset
control knob to the "ON" position.
OFF
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0::::::==----.
ON
OFF
B) Connect the Aluminum Positive Clamp with
butterfly connector
to the Positvie side (the side
with 12V+ printed) of the battery brain. Then
connect the Aluminum Positive Clamp to the
positive terminal on the battery.
C) Connect the male post to the other side of
the Battery
Brain. Connect the red positive battery
cable to the male post.
NOTE: The positive battery post is tapered.
Verify that the cable is mounted correctly.
STEP 3: Connecting Battery Brain to Ground:
A) Connect the black/negative (-) battery cable
to the negative (-) post/bolt
on the battery.
B) Connect the clip end of the black ground
wire to the clamp bolt on the negative (-)
battery post/nut or ground to chassis with a
metal screw.
CHASSIS MOUNTING
A) Connect the positive (+) side of the Battery
Brain to the positive
(+) side of the battery with
aseparate red positive battery cable (must be
purchased).
B) Connect the original red positive (+) cable of
the car to other side
of the Battery Brain.
C) Connect the black ground wire of the Battery
Brain to the chassis or directly to the negative
post of the battery.

STEP 4: Install Black Engine On Wire
Installation of the Engine On wire will prevent
the Battery Brain from disconnecting the battery
while the engine
is running. This will also
prevent the Battery Brain from disconnecting
the battery if the voltage level drops below
11 .8V as could be the case with accessories
that briefly reduce the voltage below the
threshold level or
in the case of problems with
the vehicle electrical components. i.e.: bad
alternator.
This wire must be installed to ensure the
Battery Brain will not activate while the engine
is running.
*Not required if optional Vibration Sensor is
used. (Purchased separately).
A) Locate awire or fuse that has 12V when the
ignition switch is
in the "ON" or "RUN" position
and is
OV when the ignition switch is in the
"OFF" position.
B) Slide the connector end of the black engine
on wire onto the single connector
on the
Battery Brain that
is labeled with "ACC".
C) Attach the other end of the supplied black
engine on wire to the selected wire or fuse
as located
in step Aabove. This may require
running awire
to the interior of the vehicle.
Afuse-tap or wire-tap connection may be
required.
STEP 5: Red Accessory Bypass Wire
Installation [Optional]
Installation of the red accessory bypass wire
will provide you with continuous 12V power
to
an accessory or accessories bypassing the
Battery Brain designed to allow you
to save
presets or memory settings.
NOTE: Use of this feature will bypass the
Battery Brain and may allow the battery voltage
to drop below the minimum charge needed
to
start your vehicle.
NOTE: Exact location ofthe fuse &fuse panel
will differ by manufacturer; consult your owner's
manual or wiring schematic forthe vehicle
to
locate fuses for the accessories. Amperage for the
bypassed accessory must not exceed 7.5Amps.
A) Locate the fuse that provides power only to
the accessory that you wish to have it active at
all times.
B) Attach the exposed end of the red bypass
wire
to the fuse or device you wish to have
active on the non active side of the fuse. Afuse
tap connection may be required.
C) Carefully route the wire from the fuse to the
Battery Brain. Afuse-tap or wire-tap connection
may be required.
D) Attach the connector end of the red bypass
wire onto the butterfly connector on the female
positive post of the Battery Brain.

MULTI BATTERY INSTALLATION
If your vehicle has amUlti-battery configuration, Battery Brain can be mounted to any battery
configuration. However, any primary live positive battery post must have its own Battery Brain.
Consult acertified technician if you require assistance.
If the two or more batteries are connected in series, to one primary red positive cable, then only one
Battery Brain is required. Follow the installation instructions as previously stated.
If two or more batteries are connected in parallel, two primary red positive cables, then you will
require two Battery Brains, to ensure that the batteries are effectively isolated from the electrical
system once the disconnection threshold is reached. Mount both Battery Brains at the primary
positive posts connected to the Starter, Alternator, ECM or any accessory device that requires
electrical power.
Installation Tip: Remote Location: If you wish to mount the Battery Brain in aremote location due to
space limitations, or if desired, use proper battery cable. (Additional cable not supplied)
2 BATTERIES
4 BATTERIES
3 BATTERIES
Series configuration options shown for example purposes only.
INSTALLATION COMPLETE:
THE MANUAL RESET CONTROL KNOB ON THE BATIERY BRAIN UNIT SHOULD BE TURNED TO
THE "ON" POSITION.
THEN PRESS DOWN ON THE MANUAL RESET CONTROL KNOB TO ESTABLISH CONTACT.

Testing the Installation
A) TO TEST FOR SUCCESSFUL
INSTALLATION:
Start the engine after installation is complete. If
the engine starts properly proceed
to the next
step. If not, review the installation instruction or
consult acertified technician.
B) TO TEST BATTERY BRAIN OPERATION:
With the Manual Reset Control Knob in the
"ON" position turn the engine off and turn
on as many electrical accessories
(i.e. lights,
radio,) as possible and leave them on. The
Battery Brain will cut power from the battery
automatically -confirming the Battery Brain
is
working. This may take some time, depending
on the battery's age and state of charge.
C) TO TEST THE MANUAL RESET CONTROL
FUNCTION:
Ensure that the Manual Reset Control Knob is
in the "ON" position and press it down after the
Battery Brain has disconnected the power (to
reset). The unit should reestablish power to the
electrical accessories and enable you to start
the engine.
D) TO TEST THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
IWIRED REMOTE BUTTON UNIT (BATTERY
BRAIN GOLD-REMOTE!ANTI-THEFT &
GOLD-WIRED PUSH BUTTON):
The remote control unit supplied with Battery
Brain Gold-Remote/Anti-theft
(Type III) and the
wired remote button supplied with the Battery
Brain Gold-Wired Push Button
(Type IV) can
be used
to disconnect and reconnect power
by choice
(as an anti-theft deVice), as well
as reestablishing power after draining. Press
and hold for 4consecutive seconds either the
remote control button or mounted switch
to
disconnect, reconnect or reestablish power to
electrical accessories and to start the engine.
If problems occur with any of the test
procedures, please refer to Trouble Shooting
Instructions
or consult Battery Brain technical
support.

Trouble Shooting
AFTER INSTALLATION, THE BATTERY BRAIN
DOESN'T SEEM TO BE WORKING.
WHAT TO DO:
1. Be sure your battery is holding the proper
charge.
2. Make sure the positive side of the Battery
Brain (the side with the writing)
is attached to
the positive (+) post of the battery.
3. Check that the Manual Reset Control Knob is
pointing to the "ON" position.
4. Check that the black ground wire is securely
attached to the negative
(-) post on the battery.
AFTER THE BATTERY BRAIN HAS
DISCONNECTED POWER, THE REMOTE
CONTROL DOES NOT RESET
THE POWER.
WHAT TO DO
1. Make sure that the light on the Remote
Control
is lit when you press the button down.
If the light does not come on, open the Remote
Control and replace the battery.
2. Hold the Remote Control button down for
five seconds to activate Battery Brain.
3. Turn the Manual Reset Control Knob to "ON".
4. Check that the black ground wire is securely
attached
to the negative (-) post on the battery.
BATTERY BRAIN IS FREQUENTLY
DISCONNECTING POWER FOR
NO
APPARENT REASON.
WHAT TO DO
1. Your car battery may be low in power due to
Alternator function. If it cannot hold acharge, it
may be at the end
of its life cycle.
2. The electrical system might have an unknown
short. Consult acertified technician.
3. Make sure all lights are off.
4. Disconnect all accessory electronics (radio,
phone charger,
DVD player, etc.) and check
again.
YOU CANNOT DETERMINE ABATTERY
BRAIN INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION
FOR YOUR VEHICLE OR LOCATE BATTERY
CONNECTIONS.
WHAT TO DO
1. Consult acertified technician.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If awarning light for NO CHARGE or BAITERY
WARNING illuminates on your dashboard, stop
your vehicle at asafe area and TURN THE
MANUAL
RESET CONTROL KNOB (located
under the removable protective cover on
the Battery Brain unit itself) TO THE "OFF"
POSITION. Your vehicle will experience a
complete loss
of power unless the "No Charge"
problem is repaired immediately! This problem
is unrelated
to the Battery Brain and requires
assistance from aqualified technician.

Limited Warranty
Your Battery Brain™ is covered by aconditional,
limited warranty to the original purchaser.
This unit is guaranteed to the original retail
purchaser against defects
in quality or workmanship
for aperiod of two years from the date of
original purchase. If this unit fails because of a
manufacturing defect within 30 days
of purchase,
return the unit, with your receipt,
to the retailer. After
30 days of purchase, but within the warranty period,
if the unit was purchased within the continental
United States, return it, freight prepaid,
to Smart
Energy Solutions, Inc. for repair
or replacement.
If the unit was purchased outside the continental
United States, return the unit
to the place of
purchase.
This warranty does
not cover damage due to
operation other than the use of the correct Battery
Brain model on the specified battery voltage.
This warranty
does not extend to any defect,
malfunction,
or failure caused by accidents, misuse,
abuse, improper installation (including disassembly
of Battery Brain, use of the product with equipment
for which it was not intended, or unauthorized
alterations
or repairs.
All implied warranties are hereby limited
in duration
to the period of two years from the date of original
retail purchase. Incidental
or consequential damages
arising from abreach
of either express or implied
warranties are hereby disclaimed and excluded.
Some states
do not allow the exclusion of limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so this
limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.
Neither Smart Energy Solutions, Inc. nor retailers
selling Battery Brain are responsible for indirect,
incidental, special, punitive or consequential
damages arising from improper installation, the use
of or inability to use Battery Brain. Except for this
limited warranty, Smart Energy Solutions, Inc. has
not made, and specifically disclaims any warranty or
representation of any kind, express or implied, direct
or indirect, of product fitness for aparticular purpose.
Assembledin China for Smart Energy Solutions, Inc.