GSL electronics DIBC1224-1230 User manual

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Model:
DIBC1224-1230
DC to DC Battery Charger with Solar
12/24VDC to 12V 30A
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions before use
Easy to install and easy to use, this advanced unit is designed to automatically cycle charge auxiliary
12V battery systems. The unit can charge from 12V or 24V vehicle sources as well up to 30A from
solar panels.
Features Include:
 •3stage,multi-voltDCtoDCboosterbatterychargerwithsolarinput
 •DualmodesolarcontrollerutilisesbothPWM&MPPTfunctionsformaximumefficiency
 •Outputcurrent:30Amax
 •Selectableoutputvoltagesforlithium,sealedleadacid,ventedleadacid,AGMorlead
crystal batteries
 •Overcurrent&temperatureprotectionsforextraproductreliability
 •Enhancedprotectionfrommoisture,vibrationanddustwithfullpolymerencapsulation
 •Highefficiency:typical>95%
 •Preciseundervoltageprotection-noneedforexternalisolator
 •InternalandremoteLEDindicatorstoshowinputsource
 •Verylowstandbycurrent:<3mA
 •Optionalbatterymonitor(12Vonly)
DIBC1224-1230
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Operational Parameters
MaximumChargeCurrent 30 Amps
InputOperatingVoltageRange 11.5Vto32V
MaximumChargeVoltageTypeA 14.4V
MaximumChargeVoltageTypeB 14.6V
MaximumChargeVoltageTypeC 14.8V
SolarPanelPower 30W-300W
SolarPanelVMPmin / VOCmax 16V / 32V
StandbyCurrent 0.03A
MaximumOperatingTemperature 70°C
AutomaticDeratingAbove40°C 1A/°C
Dimensions 162mmx71.5mmx32.2mm
Weight 560g
Important Notes:
•Priortoinstallation,youmustdeterminethesuitabilityoftheproducttoensurecorrectapplication
•Alwayscheckwiththebatterymanufacturerforthesuitabilityofthisproductforyourinstallation
•Wherelithiumbatterybanksareinvolved,checkthattheBMSsystemiscompatiblewiththisproduct
•Duetothecurrentrequiredtochargethecapacitorsinthisunit,asparkmayoccurduringconnection
•Avoidshortingtheoutputwhentheunitisoperationaltopreventdamage
•Thesolarpanelminimumvotlageis16VMPandmaximumvoltageMUSTbebelow32VOC
•Suitableforsilicon-basedpanelssuchasmonocrystalline,polycrystallineandamorphouswith30W–
300W
•TypeA(14.4V)generallysuitsgel&AGMbatteries
•TypeB(14.6V)generallysuitsleadandlithiumbatteries
•TypeC(14.8V)generallysuitscalciumandleadcrystalbatteries
1.Disconnectthebatterysupply
2.Chooseamountingposition-selectapositionwithgoodventilationwhereaircanpassfreelyaroundthe
unit. Avoid locations such as fuel lines, where external heat is produced or where it may be exposed to
rain.Ensuretheunitisinstalledawayfromammablefumes,liquidsormaterials.
3.Chooseanorientationthatallowsthebuilt-inLEDtobevisibletoconrmoperationafterinstallation
4.Connectwiresasperourrecommendedconnectionsequenceabove
NOTE:TheexternalLEDindicatorcanbeinstalledwhereitwillprovideasimplevisualindicationofthe
system status
Installation:
Important: Werecommendthatthewiresareconnectedinthefollowingsequence:
Ground(BLACK);mainbatterypositive+(RED);solarpanelpositive+(WHITE);chemistry(ORANGE);
ignition(BLUE);output(BROWN)andremoteLED(GREEN)(optional).
Warning: Ensure that you select the correct gauge and heat resistant wiring suitable for where
the unit will be installed
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ThisexternalLEDisoptionalandwillmirrortheinternalLEDoperationthatcanbeseeninthestatusLED
windowonthelabel.ToutilisetheexternalLED,theanode(+)(oftheexternalLED)shouldbeconnected
totheGREENwire.Thecathode(-)shouldbeconnectedtothevehiclechassisorthebatterynegative.
LED indication - internal and external LED
Basic Wiring Diagram:
To Ignition Switch of vehicle
MODE SELECT
Type A (14.4V)
Type B (14.6V)
Type C (14.8V)
LED
Connector for optional
DBM-12
( DBM-12 Available in 5M or 10M Length)
LED
Black-Earth/GND
Red -12V Ignition
Yellow - Main
Violet - Auxilary
Connector Wiring Colour Guide
NOTE:Thisconnectionisforoutputmonitoringofvoltages.
DO NOT short wires or connect to any input sources!

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Model:
DIBC1224-1230
Unit 2, 110 Station Road, Seven Hills ,NSW, 2147, Australia DIBC1224-1230-R3
Warranty Conditions:OurproductscomewithguaranteesthatcannotbeexcludedundertheAustralianConsumerLaw.
The customer is entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
Thecustomerisalsoentitledtohavetheproductsrepairedorreplacediftheproductsfailtobeofacceptablequalityandthefailuredoesnotamounttoamajorfailure.
GSLElectronics(GSL)warrantsthatitsproductswill,undernormaluseandservice,befreeofdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipforaperiodofthree(3)yearsfrom
thedateoftheoriginalpurchasebythecustomerasmarkedonthecustomer’soriginalinvoice.
Pleaserefertoourwebsiteforfullwarrantyandreturninformationwhichcanbefoundathttp://www.gsl.com.au/faq.html
The auxiliary battery is charged from the vehicle system when the engine is running. This is detected via
the ignition wire.
TheunitwillautomaticallyselectBoost(12V)orReducer(24V)modedependingonthevehicle’svoltage
levels.
Whenthevehicleisoffandthechargerisdrawingpowerfromthesolarpanels,itwillautomaticallyuse
thesolarregulatoriftheinputislowerthan20W.Oncethepowerincreasestoabove20W,tomaximise
efciencythechargerwillautomaticallyswitchintoMPPTmode.
Whenthevehicleisnotswitchedonandthereisnodaylightisavailable,theunitrevertstostandbymode
(<0.03A).
Typical Operation:
Operational Chart :