1. Safety precautions
Important
Read this manual carefully before installing and operating the product. It contains important instructions that must be followed during installation, operation and maintenance.
Save these instructions for future reference on operation and maintenance.
Warning
Never use the product at sites where gas or dust explosions could occur.
Never place the charger on top of the battery when charging.
Prevent sparks close to the battery. A battery being charged could emit explosive gasses.
Danger of explosion from sparking.
Danger of electric shock.
Install the product in a heatproof environment. Ensure that there are no chemicals, plastic parts, curtains or other textiles, etc., in the immediate vicinity of the equipment.
Ensure that the equipment is used under the correct operating conditions. Never operate it in a wet environment.
It is normal for the Orion Smart DC-DC charger to get hot during operation; keep any heat-sensitive objects away and provide proper ventilation.
For very hot environments, consider mechanical air extraction.
The Orion-Tr Smart DC-DC Charger is potted inside. Because of this, there is a noticeable smell when running at maximum power (or close to it) and getting warm/hot. This smell is not harmful to health.
Avoid covering the charger.
Refer to the specifications provided by the battery manufacturer to ensure that the battery is suitable for use with this product. The battery manufacturer's safety instructions should always be observed.
In addition to this manual, the system operation or service manual must include a battery maintenance manual applicable to the type of batteries used.
This device is not to be used 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.
Important
Use flexible multi-stranded copper cables for the connections. The maximum diameter of the individual strands is 0,4mm/0,125mm² (0.016 inch/AWG26). Check the Cable and fuse recommendations section for details.
The installation must include a fuse in accordance with the recommendations in the table Cable and fuse recommendations.
The product is not protected against reverse polarity. Be sure to check polarity before and during battery connection. For details, see Polarity check before connecting the battery.