DC Mont MPPT Solar Charge Controller Safety Instructions

Modified on Wed, 13 Sep, 2023 at 10:23 PM

General Safety Information


Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning the installation.

There are no serviceable parts for this controller. Do NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the

controller.


Do NOT allow water to enter the controller.

Make sure all connections going into and from the controller are tight.


Charge Controller Safety


NEVER connect the solar panel to the controller without a battery.


Do NOT use the solar controller to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Doing so may result in harm

to the user and/or damage to the solar module, battery and controller.



BATTERY SAFETY


Use only sealed lead-acid, flooded or lithium batteries which must be deep cycle.

Explosive battery gases may be present while charging. Be certain there is enough ventilation to

release the gases.

Be careful when working with large lead-acid batteries. Wear eye protection and have fresh water

available in case there is contact with the battery acid.

Carefully read battery manuals before operation.

Do NOT let the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery touch each other.

Recycle the battery when it is replaced.

Equalization is carried out only for flooded lead acid batteries. Do NOT equalize VRLA type AGM /

gel/lithium cell batteries UNLESS permitted by the battery manufacturer.


Do you have more concerns or want to know more about our products? Visit our Customer Support Page, or call (02) 5761 0297 for quick assistance.

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