Redarc MANAGER 30 User manual

Battery Management System
BMS1230S3R
THE
MANAGER

WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
MANAGER30 BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.
DO NOT OPERATE THE BATTERY CHARGER UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS MANUAL
AND THE CHARGER IS INSTALLED AS PER THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. REDARC RECOMMENDS
THAT THE CHARGER BE INSTALLED BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES:
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
1. The Battery Charger should not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been instructed
on how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the Battery Charger.
2. Do NOT alter or disassemble the Battery Charger under any circumstances. All services or repairs must be
returned to REDARC for repair. Incorrect handling or reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire and
may void the unit warranty.
3. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by REDARC may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons.
4. The AC power connection must be connected to an earthed socket outlet. Do not use the AC input if the cord is
damaged. Use of a non-genuine or damaged AC input cord may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons. (If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or service agent).
5. Cable and fuse sizes are specified by various codes and standards which depend on the type of vehicle the
Battery Charger is installed into. Selecting the wrong cable or fuse size could result in harm to the installer
or user and/or damage to the Battery Charger or other equipment installed in the system. The installer is
responsible for ensuring that the correct cable and fuse sizes are used when installing this Battery Charger.
6. When charging a battery, make sure the settings at the Battery Setup menu on the Display are correct for the
type of battery under charge. Charging a battery with the wrong profile may cause the Battery Charger to indicate
a fault or give misleading results and cause injury to persons, damage to the Battery Charger and/or property.
Noticeable oscillations between Boost and Absorption stages indicate the wrong choice of battery type. Check and
adjust battery type. If you are unsure of the battery type or settings to use, set to the Gel setting.
7. Only use the Battery Charger for charging Standard Automotive Lead Acid, Lead Crystal, Calcium Content, Gel,
AGM, SLI, Deep Cycle or Lithium Iron Phosphate type 12V batteries.
THE MANAGER30
The Manager30 Battery Management System is a complete charging solution for your
Lead Acid or LiFePO4Auxiliary or House battery. The system incorporates 12V Solar, 240V
AC and 12/24V DC inputs to provide a 12V charging output at a maximum 30A rating.
The system also includes a Display which provides information such as current, voltage and
temperature as well as a simplified battery percentage and charge rate. This information
can also be displayed via the RedVision App. on your Smartphone.
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WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
8. Do NOT try to charge non-rechargeable batteries with the Manager30.
9. When using the Battery Charger to charge a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery, only batteries that feature an inbuilt
battery management system featuring inbuilt under and over voltage protection and cell balancing are suitable.
10. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery. This may cause the battery to explode.
11. Be extra cautious so as to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto a vehicle battery. Doing so might cause
the battery to spark or might short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts that may cause an explosion.
12. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid
battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
13. A SPARK NEAR A BATTERY MAY CAUSE THE BATTERY TO EXPLODE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK
NEAR A BATTERY WHEN CONNECTING THE BATTERY INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE TO THE BATTERY CHARGER,
ALWAYS DO THE FOLLOWING:
Always wire the Output Connector before connecting it to the Battery Charger. During connection of the unit,
the Battery Output (positive) must be connected first, followed by the Ground (chassis) terminal. The chassis
connection should be made away from the battery and fuel lines. DC Input (positive) should be connected
last. Once all connections are wired to the Output Connector, plug the connector into the Main Unit.
When disconnecting the Battery Charger, remove the AC Connector first, followed by the CAN connection then
the Output Connector from the Main Unit. The DC Input should be disconnected next, followed by the Ground
(chassis) connection, then the Battery Output connection if complete removal is necessary.
14. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To assist with the safe operation and use of the Battery Charger:
a) Consider having someone close by to come to your aid when you are connecting/disconnecting the Battery Charger.
b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.
d) If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, remove the affected clothing and wash the affected area of your
skin immediately with soap and water. If battery acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with running
cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical assistance immediately.
e) To improve user safety it is recommended to control the charger and monitor the charging process using the
remote away from the vicinity of the battery being charged.
1. Do NOT connect computers or IT equipment to the Charger front panel connector or remote. Damage may occur.
2. It is recommended to leave the remote connected at all times to the base unit.
3. The Main Unit must be fixed using suitable screw mounts. Failure to adequately mount the unit, such as using
adhesives to mount the unit will result in unreliable operation of the charger.
4. When using the charger in Storage mode, make sure that there is a valid charging source and that all loads are
disconnected from the house battery. Failure to do so may cause the house battery to be under charged, give
false readings on the State of Charge indicator and possibly cause damage to any loads connected.
5. A partially shaded panel (or low-light conditions such as dawn or dusk) will increase the target solar panel
voltage level to match the maximum power point. In this situation solar will be selected as a source however
little or no current will be flowing into the battery.
6. Modification of the ‘Advanced Settings’ menu items affect the way the Battery Charger responds to charging situations.
Modification of these settings may result in the Battery Charger not functioning at 100% of its capacity. These settings
should only be modified if absolutely necessary and when the effects of the changes are 100% understood.
7. Touring mode will achieve it’s best charge level if a Storage mode charge has been recently performed.
8. It is the installers responsibility to ensure their installation complies with any applicable legal and regulatory
requirements. Within Australia, installers may wish to consult AS/NZS 3001 as one potentially relevant standard.

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CONTENTS
Table of Contents Page
Warnings and Safety Instructions 01
Contents 03
Features and Benefits 04
1 Introduction 05
1. General Description 05
2. The Display 05
3. The Kit Includes 05
4. Specifications 06
5. Multi-stage Charging Process 08
6. Maximum Charging Current Setting 10
7. Green Power Priority 10
2 INSTALLATION Guide 11
1. System Layout 11
2. Mounting Instructions 11
1. Mounting the Main Unit 12
2. Mounting the Display 13
3. Mounting the Battery Sensor 16
3. DC Cable Size Requirements 16
4. The Manager30 Wiring Connections 18
1. Load Disconnect Feature 18
2. Ignition Trigger Feature 18
3. Connecting the Battery Sensor 19
4. Wiring the Main Unit 19
5. Batteries 21
6. MPPT Solar Regulator 22
3 USER Guide 23
1. The Display 23
2. Basic Screens 25
3. Display Settings 27
4. System Settings 28
5. BMS Settings 29
6. Fault Display 30
7. The RedVision App 32
8. Frequently Asked Questions 34
4 Display Drill/Cutout Template 36
5 Two Year Warranty 38

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. The Manager30 incorporates six products in one, it’s a DC-DC charger, a 240-volt
charger, a solar charger, a dual battery isolator, a load disconnect controller and a
remote battery monitor. The Manager30 will automatically select between charging
sources, requiring no input from the operator during its operation.
2. The Manager30 has no fan, which makes it SUPER quiet and very reliable.
3. The Manager30 is designed and manufactured in Australia, for Australian conditions,
using the latest electronic and design technologies. It is manufactured with high-
quality components to ISO9001 quality and ISO14001 environmental standards and
backed with REDARC’s quality service and two-year warranty.
4. The Manager30 charging algorithm uses solar whenever possible making the unit
more energy efficient and better for the environment.
5. The Manager30’s DC-DC charging enables optimal charging of house batteries, even
if they have different chemical characteristics from the vehicle battery. The input
voltage can be above, equal to or below the output voltage.
6. State of Charge (SOC) indication means you will always know how fully charged the
battery is and how much longer it will need to achieve full charge. An easy to operate,
high-quality, user friendly graphical display module lets you know what’s going on at
all times.
7. The Manager30 is very reliable and includes reverse polarity protection (without
depending on fuses) and short circuit protection. The unit has undergone stringent
safety & electrical compliance testing.
8. The Manager30’s easily selectable charging profiles make it suitable for charging all
lead-acid battery types and suitably protected LiFePO4battery types commonly used
in modern caravans and motorhomes.
9. The Manager30 disconnects automatically from the vehicle battery, so there is always
power to start the car.
10. Sophisticated fault detection monitors the house battery condition during all stages
of charging, keeping you and your caravan/ camper/ RV safe.
11. The Manager30 has a separate battery sensor to monitor battery conditions and
state of charge even while The Manager30 is in standby mode. The battery sensor
monitors current, voltage and temperature of the house batteries.
12. Automatic temperature and voltage drop compensation.

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 General Description
The Manager30 is designed to offer a complete solution to battery charging and
maintenance needs for recreational automotive applications.
The Manager30 incorporates AC, DC and Solar inputs to achieve the best charge to a
house battery.
1.2 The Display
The Manager30 comes with a Display designed to give you house battery information and
charge status along with critical system information while charging is in progress.
With the Display, you can customise how your house battery is charged and monitor
where the charge is coming from, keeping you in control at all times.
The Display can be surface mounted on a wall, or recessed (into the dashboard of an RV
for example).
The Display also allows a Bluetooth connection to your Smartphone, via the RedVision
App, which provides the same data and control available on the Display all in the palm of
your hand.
1.3 The Kit Includes
5
Main Unit
Battery Sensor
Display
Output Connector
5m CANBus Cable
Power Cable
1
2
3
4
5
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2009/19/EC adapting to Council Directive 72/245/EEC relating to radio interference
(electromagnetic Compatibility) of vehicles, clauses 6.5, 6.6, 6.8 & 6.9 only.
2004/104/EC: 14th October 2004 adapting to technical progress of Council Directive
72/245/EEC relating to radio interference (electromagnetic compatibility) of vehicles.
IEC 60335-2-29:2002 (Fourth edition) + A1:2004 in conjunction with
IEC 60335-1:2001 (Fourth edition) +A1:2004 +A2:2006
EN 60335-2-29:2004 in conjunction with
EN 60335-1:2002+A1+A2+A11+A12+A13
RoHS
Compliant

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1.4 Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Inputs
AC Input
Input Voltage Range (nominal) 220-240VAC 50Hz
Power Rating 560W
Efficiency 80% - 90%
Connection IEC Mains Plug
DC Input
Input Voltage Range 9 - 32V
Turn ON/OFF Threshold 12V (24V) 13.2V/12.7V (26.4V/25.4V)
Power Rating 520W
Efficiency 94%
Connection Phoenix 1967498 Connector
Solar Input
Input Voltage Range 9 - 32V
Turn ON (Open Circuit Voltage) 17.5V
Power Rating 520W
Efficiency 93%
Connection Phoenix 1967498 Connector
Output
Total Battery Capacity 40 - 800Ah
Output Battery Volts (Nominal) 12V
Output Battery Volts (Minimum) 4V
Output Current (Nominal) 0-32A
Maximum Current on Load Disconnect Wire 1A
Memory Save on Battery Disconnect Yes
Output Protection
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Surge Protection Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Max Volts @ Battery Terminals (25°C Nominal) Storage Mode Touring Mode Float
Gel Setting 14.4V 14.4V 13.5V
AGM Setting 14.4V 14.4V 13.5V
Calcium Setting 16.0V 15.2V 13.5V
Standard Lead Acid Setting 15.5V 14.8V 13.5V
Lithium Setting 14.5V 14.5V 13.6V
Thermal Specifications
Operating Temperature -40°C - 80°C
SLA, AGM, or Calcium Charging Temperature -25°C - 60°C (when Vop >10.5V)
SLA, AGM, Gel, Calcium or LiFePO4 Charging Temperature 0°C - 60°C
Over Temperature Shutdown Yes
Temperature Compensation
Standard Lead Acid, AGM, Gel or Calcium Battery +30mV / °C < 25°C < -30mV / °C
Lithium Setting 40°C < 0.5%/°C < 60°C
Over Temperature Shutdown Yes
Compliance
CE 2009/19/EC, 2009/104/EC
Safety IEC60335
Environmental RoHS Compliant
General Specifications
Main Unit Dimensions 445x185x79mm
Remote Dimensions 186x74x29mm
Kit Weight 5.5kg
Warranty 2 years

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107.5
18.5
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7
178
6156
158
19 15
25.5 39
Ø4.5mm X 4
91 696
103
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Optional Spacer
185
429
445
404
82
79
Figure 1.4.1 - Main Unit Dimensions
Figure 1.4.2 - Display Dimensions

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1.5 Multi-stage Charging Process
The Manager30 incorporates two different multi-stage charging profiles – Touring
(3-stage) and Storage (8-stage) – which can be selected in the System Mode menu
(outlined in section 3.4 on page 28 of this manual) on the Display.
Touring Mode
Touring mode is designed for use when ‘on the road’. Touring mode offers a 3-stage
charging profile consisting of Boost, Absorption and Float stages (see Figure 1.5.1). In
Touring mode, the house battery is monitored to detect only a limited number of faults
such as short circuit, over current and over voltage.This allows The Manager30 to operate
correctly even when loads are connected to the house battery. This mode will always
produce an output (unless a fault condition is detected) and will cycle through the three
stages as required to maintain the house battery as outlined in Figure 1.5.1.
Touring mode will achieve its best charge level if a Storage mode charge has been
recently performed.
BOOST
ABSORPTION
FLOAT
FloatAbsorptionBoost
Voltage
SLA & Lithium
Current
Touring Mode Charging Process
Figure 1.5.1 - Touring Mode Charging Process

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Storage Mode
Storage mode is designed to charge the house battery to its optimal level and maintain
that level while your caravan is in storage. This mode requires a valid charging source
(240V or solar and all loads to be switched off or disconnected from the house battery
before charging. It uses a 8-stage* charging profile consisting of Desulphation*, Soft
Start, Boost, Absorption, Battery Test, Equalise**, Float and Maintenance stages (see
Figure 1.5.2). Storage mode is designed to detect a wide range of battery fault conditions,
for more information on these fault conditions, please refer to section 3.6 ‘Fault Display’.
Unlike Touring mode, Storage mode does not cycle through the entire charge process.
When the charging process is completed, The Manager30 will always remain in either
Float or Maintenance stages. Float stage will provide the house battery with a ‘trickle’
charge whenever the house battery voltage drops below a predetermined threshold to
ensure the battery stays charged. Maintenance stage turns The Manager30 output off,
but continues to monitor the House Battery and will revert to Float stage when the House
Battery drops below 12.7V (12.8V for Lithium) for 5 seconds or below 90% SoC for 1 hour.
NOTE: If The Manager30 is set to Storage mode and the vehicle is started The
Manager30 will automatically switch to Touring mode once it senses an increase in
input voltage from the alternator.
When using the charger in Storage mode, make sure that there is a valid charging
source and that all loads are disconnected from the house battery. Failure to do so
may cause the house battery to be under charged, give false readings on the State
of Charge indicator and possibly cause damage to any loads connected.
*The Lithium profile does NOT incorporate a Desulphation stage.
**The Lithium, AGM and Gel profiles do NOT incorporate an Equalise stage
BATTERY TEST
FLOAT
SOFT START
DESULPHATION
Desulphation*
Current
Storage Mode Charging Process
BOOST
ABSORPTION
MAINTENANCE
EQUALISE
MaintenanceFloatEqualise**AbsorptionBoostSoft Start Batt. Test
Voltage SLA
Voltage Lithium
Figure 1.5.2 - Storage Mode Charging Process

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IMPORTANT
When The Manager30 is set to ‘Storage’ mode and no valid charging sources are
connected, it will enter a ‘Sleep’ mode 30 seconds after the last user interaction. The
sleep mode is designed to limit the amount of current drawn from the output battery by
the system whilst in Storage mode and does this by switching the screen and all non-
essential functions off. The Manager30 will ‘wake-up’ from its Sleep mode if the power
button is pushed or if any valid input source is sensed, though this may take 30-60
seconds to occur after the source is connected.
1.6 Maximum Charge Current Setting
The Manager30 allows the user to set the maximum charge current for their battery,
making it suitable for charging batteries as small as 40Ah in capacity. When the charge
current is set below the maximum 30 Amps, the current supplied to charge the battery
is restricted to the user setting. Any excess BMS1230S3 capacity is available to power
loads running from the battery under charge.
If no loads are running from the battery,total current fromThe Manager30 will be restricted
to the level set by the user.
1.7 Recommended batteries
Because of the rapidly changing nature of batteries and battery technology, REDARC avoid
recommending specific battery makes or models. Instead, we recommend consultation
with a battery specialist, and that the batteries used be UL approved where possible.
Regardless of the battery(s) chosen, check the manufacturer’s datasheet to ensure
maximum charge current and maximum charge voltage does not exceed the battery’s
ratings.
1.8 Green Power Priority
The Manager30 is designed to charge from multiple sources simultaneously to charge
the auxiliary/house battery. If the Solar power input is available the maximum available
solar power will be used before topping up the output charging current from another
source if available (e.g. mains). Priority is given to Solar then to AC Mains power, then to
DC Vehicle power.

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2.1 System Layout
2.2 Mounting Instructions
This section describes how to mount the three major components of The Manager30: the
Main Unit, the Display and the Battery Sensor.
Vehicle
Battery
(Not Supplied) House Battery
(Not Supplied)
BMS1230S3
Solar Panels
(Not Supplied)
Display
To Loads
(Not Supplied)
Battery
Sensor
240VAC
Mains Power
DC - DC
Power Source
Figure 2.1.1 - System Layout
Figure 2.2.1 - The Manager30 System

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2.2.1 Mounting the Main Unit
Do NOT expose the Main Unit to rain, snow, spray or bilge water. For optimum operation,
The Manager30 should be mounted where the temperature is nominally below 35°C and
does not exceed a maximum of 60°C.
The Main Unit must not be mounted in the engine bay and it is not suitable for charging
any battery at engine bay temperatures.
The Main Unit must not be installed in a location with any less than 10cm clearance at the
top of the Main Unit, to allow for airflow across the heatsink fins.
The Main Unit and Battery Sensor should be installed as close as practicable to the house
battery. The cable length should be less than 2m.
The Main Unit must be mounted to a flat, solid support using M6 sized screws or bolts,
using all four mounting holes.
The Main Unit must be fixed using suitable screw mounts. Failure to adequately
mount the unit, such as using adhesives to mount the unit will result in unreliable
operation of the charger.
REDARC recommends that the Main Unit be mounted to optimise airflow past the heatsink.
Mounting the unit horizontally (see Figure 2.2.1.1) is recommended and mounting
vertically (see Figure 2.2.1.2) is still acceptable. Do NOT mount the unit as shown in
Figure 2.2.1.3.
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




Ideal Acceptable
NOT Recommended
Figure 2.2.1.1 - Horizontal
mounting is recommended
Figure 2.2.1.2 - Vertical
mounting is acceptable
Figure 2.2.1.3 - Do NOT mount the unit upside down

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2.2.2 Mounting the Display
The Display should be mounted inside the vehicle (Refer to page 48 for a 1:1 cutout
template). It is however acceptable to mount the Display in any convenient location, as
long as it is protected from harsh environments such as being exposed to rain or severe
amounts of dust or full-time direct sunlight.
Ensure that the Display is not mounted in vehicle head-impact zones. Doing so may result
in injury to the driver and/or passenger in the event of an accident.
Ensure the Display is not mounted where it may distract the driver of the vehicle.
Distracting the driver may result in an accident.
Spacer
(optional)
Bezel
Display
4 x M4 or 8G 8mm Max
3.3mm
Max
4.2mm Max
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Removing the Display Fascia
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Refer to page 36 for a 1:1 cutout template
Flush Mount Drill/Cut Dimensions
Surface Mount Drill/Cut Dimensions
91
156
164
101
109
132
58
35
45
91
156
Ø45mm
24
46
NOT TO SCALE
Refer to page 37 for a 1:1 cutout template
NOT TO SCALE
Refer to page 37 for a 1:1 cutout template
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2.2.3 Mounting the Battery Sensor
The length of cables on the Battery Sensor to connect to the Main Unit and the House
Battery will dictate the allowable mounting distance from the battery however REDARC
recommend mounting the Battery Sensor as close to the House Battery as possible.
The sensor must be mounted where the red temperature/voltage sensor module can be
bolted to the battery positive terminal of the House Battery.
The Battery Sensor should be mounted to a solid surface using two suitably sized screws
for attachment. Figure 2.2.3.1 illustrates how to mount the Battery Sensor.
2.3 DC Cable Size Requirements
Cable and fuse sizes are specified by various codes and standards which depend
on the type of vehicle the Battery Charger is installed into. Selecting the wrong
cable or fuse size could result in harm to the installer or user and/or damage to The
Manager30 or other equipment installed in the system. The installer is responsible
for ensuring that the correct cable and fuse sizes are used when installing the
Battery Charger.
The Manager30 is capable of drawing up to 50A from the Vehicle Battery (which may be
several metres from its installation location) and is limited to 30A output to the House
Battery. The installer needs to ensure the appropriate cable is used to connect the
positive and negative connections of The Manager30 to both the Vehicle Battery and the
House Battery. The Manager30 will operate with less efficient cabling however for best
performance, high-quality cable connections should be used to minimise voltage drop
and efficiency losses.
Figure 2.2.3.1 - Mounting the Battery Sensor
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Input Wire Diameter Selection
REDARC recommends the installer use cabling and connections between 8B&S and 6B&S
automotive. REDARC recommends that the input wire be of the size outlined in Table
2.3.1.1.
Distance from input vehicle
battery to The Manager30
Recommended Cross
Sectional Area (mm²)
Recommended
Diameter Equivalent
≤3m 8 8 B&S
>3m 10 6 B&S
Output Wire Diameter Selection
REDARC recommends the installer use cabling and connections between 8B&S and 6B&S
automotive. REDARC recommends that the output wire be of the size outlined in Table
2.3.2.1. For longer runs, using 10mm² is recommended, however this will lower efficiency
by up to 3% (the recommended maximum length is 5m).
Distance (metres) from The
Manager30 to House battery
Recommended Cross
Sectional Area (mm²)
Recommended
Diameter Equivalent
≤1.5m 8 8 B&S
>1.5m 10 6 B&S
Figure 2.3.2.1 - Recommended output cable size
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Figure 2.3.1.1 - Recommended input cable size
REDARC recommend using the SBI12-BLD
as the 12V relay for setting up the Load
Disconnect Feature for Non-Essential Loads.
Similarly, the SBI12-LLD is recommended
for use between the Auxiliary battery and the
Essential Loads in a Lithium Battery setup,
to protect the Lithium battery from excessive
discharge.

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2.4 The Manager30 Wiring Connections
REDARC recommends that this unit be installed by a suitably qualified person.
The AC power connection must be connected to an earthed socket outlet. Do not use
The Manager30 AC input if the cord is damaged. Use of a non-genuine or damaged
AC input cord may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. (If the
supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available
from the manufacturer or service agent).
Always wire the Output Connector before connecting it to the Main Unit. During
connection of the unit, the Battery Output (positive) must be connected first, followed
by the Ground (chassis) terminal. The chassis connection should be made away
from the battery and fuel lines. DC Input (positive) should be connected last. Once all
connections are wired to the Output Connector, plug the connector into the Main Unit.
When disconnecting remove the Output Connector from the Main Unit first. The DC
Input should be disconnected next, followed by the Ground (chassis) connection,
then the Battery Output connection.
2.4.1 Load Disconnect Feature
The Load Disconnect wire is a ground switch to activate a relay for disconnection of any
loads running from the house battery. The relay must be 12V with a maximum coil current
of 1A and resistor or diode suppression is recommended. The Load Disconnect feature
must be activated in the User Menu as explained in Section 3.5 of this manual.
2.4.2 Ignition Trigger Feature
The Ignition Trigger wire is used to turn the DC charging source on with ignition. In most
circumstances this wire does not need to be connected. This feature is designed to allow
vehicle with Variable Voltage alternators to trigger the DC Input. Figure 2.4.2 shows how
to wire the Ignition Trigger wire.
The Ignition Trigger feature must be activated in the User Menu as explained in Section
3.5 of this manual.
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2.4.3 Connecting the Battery Sensor
Wire the Battery Sensor as shown in Figure 2.4.3.1 ensuring that the “BNEG” stud
connects to the House Battery negative terminal and the “GND” stud connects to the
vehicle common ground point. The Battery Positive Lead connects to the house battery
positive terminal, this lead measures voltage and temperature at the battery. Connect the
CANBus Connection cable to either of the main unit CANBus interfaces.
NOTE: When securing the cables to either side of the shunt using the provided nut,
ensure the head of the bolt is also held by a spanner, to prevent twisting and damage
to the shunt. Do not over tighten.
Figure 2.4.3.1 - Battery Sensor connections
to Vehicle
Common
Ground
to House Battery
Positive Terminal
to House Battery
Negative Terminal
to CANBus
Interface
CAN Bus
Connection
2.4.4 Wiring the Main Unit
Refer to Figure 2.4.4.1 for required connections and to Figure 2.4.4.2 typical setup.
Ground
1
3
5
6
Solar Input
AC Mains Input
DC Input
Battery Output
4
2Load Disconnect
Ignition Trigger
CANBus Interface
AC
MAINS
CANBus Interface
Figure 2.4.4.1 - Required connections.
NOTE: If a longer Display cable is required, a replacement CAT5 patch cable may be
used, up to a length of 10m.
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