Setup
Installation
Choose a level clear space for placement.
Warning
When choosing location avoid slopes of more than 10°.
When sited apply the wheel locks to prevent unexpected movement.
To lock the wheels
Press the lock lever down to lock the wheels.
Lift the lock levers up to release the brakes.
Charging
NOTE! The following Alert may be presented depending on the temperature of the cell. Alerting user that the unit is in the warm up phase, Note! the unit may not be used until it has reached the required temperature. Do not disconnect the power or the unit will shut down.
Mains 15amp IEC charging
NOTE! US input 1 is IEC only 15A, powerCON® TRUE1 is 20A, so the user has ability to use a 15A or 20A, UK and EU, both the IEC and the powerCON® TRUE1 are 16A
The 15amp and 20amp outlets need to be dedicated outlets and not share a load with anything else or the unit will trip the breaker.
Set the Input Switch to position 1.
Plug in the supplied mains cable to the main input breaker on the Salt-E Dog and suitable mains supply . If nothing happens ensure the breaker is in the ON position.
Mains powerCON® TRUE1 Charging
Set the Input Switch to position 2.
Connect the cable to the powerCON® TRUE1 main input breaker and suitable mains supply. If nothing happens ensure the breaker is in the ON position.
Solar PV Charging
Connect the Solar Panel cable to the Solar PV Input socket. If nothing happens within approx 2 minutes, check to ensure the breaker is in the ON position.
CEEform (EU\UK)
Set the Input switch to position 3.
Insert the CEEform cable into the CEEform socket and a suitable mains supply.
EV Level 2 Charging
Insert the EV charge cable into the EV input.
Move the switch to the "I" ON position. If it was left in the "I" position previously, cycle it from "O" to "I"
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Control Panel
7" color LCD Touchscreen:
Salt-E Dog features a large 7" color touchscreen display, see below for menu:
LED Status
Push button
Ring LED is only Green or Red, see table for LED patterns.
When button is off, DC outputs, AC inverter, and fans are all turned off to reduce the idle current draw.
When the unit is charging, it doesn’t matter what the button state is as charging is happening and the DC outputs are kept off.
System Warning Screen: | Select the Home tab to view: |
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Warning, System is warming and will shut down if power is removed notification. Alerting user that the unit is in the warm up phase, Note! the unit may not be used until it has reached the required temperature. Do not disconnect the power or the unit will shut down. Close notification message to access other areas of the menu to get reports etc. while the warm up phase is in progress. | Current Power Power Remaining Battery Charge Percentage Remaining Run-time Time of day based on the set time zone Status of individual outputs |
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System Info: | Settings Tab: |
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Click the Salt-E Dog logo to view System information. Displays: Product Serial No. Date of Manufacture Firmware Version | Click the settings tab for: Screen brightness: Slide up or down to dim or brighten the screen. Time to Dim: Slide up or down to select time to dim screen. Update Firmware: To update the firmware see Reports: Click to access reports. Storage mode: Click to enter storage mode. |
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Settings Tab Reports Button: | Settings Tab: | ||
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Click Reports Button to generate reports. Select start and finish date for the report, generate and download report in Excel file. Start Date: Set the date for the start of report. End Date: Set the date for the end of report. Generate and Download Report: Download reports in Excel format. Download Log Files: Click to download log files. Download database: Click to download the database. |
Click the Update Firmware Button to access the firmware update window. Note! To update the firmware see | ||
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Select the System Tab to view: | System Tab: |
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Click System Tab to view : Battery Status information. Battery Warnings / alarms. Battery Status values. | Click Inputs on the bottom of the system screen to view: Inverter warning / alarms. |
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System Tab: |
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Click Outputs on the bottom of the screen to view: DC / DC 28V info. DC / DC 28V Warning / alarm. DC / DC 48V Info. DC / DC 48V Warning / Alarm |
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Connecting equipment
Caution
Ensure all cables and equipment being connected to the unit are in good condition, free from defects or damage.
Warning
DO NOT exceed individual socket amp ratings see Technical Specifications
Ensure the unit has sufficient charge.
Simply plug in the equipment cables to the appropriate socket.
Ensure the breakers are turned on
If the unit is overloaded the main breaker will trip. To reset the breaker do the following: Turn OFF and disconnect all loads. Reset breaker, Reconnect the loads one at a time, using the visual warning on the display to check if overloading the unit.
Putting into long term storage
To put into long term storage or shipment, navigate the control panel and press the Enter Storage Mode button.