PROJECTA ICB1000 12V 50A DC Power Management Board with 2000W Inverter Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- Projecta
Table of Contents
12V DC POWER
MANAGEMENT BOARD
P/No ICB1000, ICB1500, ICB2000, ICB3000
SYSTEM INTRODUCTION
Projecta’s range of 12V power management systems are ideal for Ute canopies, 4WD’s and Caravans. Choose from a range of pre-built models to suit your vehicles needs. Each model includes a DC/DC charger with solar and alternator inputs along with an array of switches and sockets to manage your power needs. The boards also feature a convenient easy to read Bluetooth enabled LCD display to check the status of your auxiliary battery. Lastly, it offers a powerful pure sine wave inverter to run all your 240V appliances off grid.
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
- LCD Battery Monitor with Bluetooth enabled APP
- 500A Current Shunt
- DC-DC Charger with MPPT Solar Controller
- 5 x 20A Switches
- Dual USB Socket (total 3.1A)
- 2 x 50A Heavy Duty Connectors
- Accessory and Merit Socket
- 1KW/1.5KW/2KW/3KW Inverter
- Easily accessible fuse holders for each component
- Low Voltage Disconnect
KEY FEATURES
DC-DC CHARGER (IDC25X)
Providing up to 5 stage charge simultaneously from both solar and alternator
inputs, this dual battery management system is ideal for many applications
PURE SINE WAVE INVERTER (IP1000, IP1500, IP2000 or IP3000)
Converts 12V power to 240V to allow the use of devices such as laptops and
fridges on the go
BATTERY MONITOR (BM500-BT)
An intelligent and compact Bluetooth battery meter ideal for monitoring SOC%
and general status. Check your battery status via the on-board LCD display or
via phone APP
SOCKETS & SWITCH PANEL
Power and charge 12V devices with 2 USB sockets (total 3.1A), a merit socket
and a cigarette lighter socket. 5 switches are included to control all your
connections
LOW VOLTAGE DISCONNECT (LVD50)
A robust and compact unit that protects expensive deep cycle batteries from
damage caused by overdischarge. The switch loads on the board are protected by
this unit
Note: Manuals for IDC25X, BM500-BT, IP1000, IP1500, IP2000, IP3000 and
LVD50 can be found on the Projecta website: https://www.projecta.com.au
SAFETY WARNING
- Projecta Power Boards require installation into a vehicle, canopy or trailer. If you are unsure or not confident in 12V systems, then it recommended that a qualified auto electrician is used.
- Always disconnect car batteries before working on 12V systems. Never work with a live 12V system as this can cause injury, damage to the product or damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.
- Always use appropriate PPE when using power tools.
- Keep children & pets away from the Projecta Power Board.
- Use suitable gauge wiring when installing . If unsure then contact a qualified auto electrician.
- Do not insert any body parts or tooling in the 12V components.
- Install in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
- Ensure any exposed wires are covered.
- Ensure any input wiring is sufficiently insulated and protected from abrasion.
- Ensure input cables are adequately fused. Follow the instructions in this manual or contact a qualified auto electrician for correct fuse sizing.
To battery positive and negative terminals
Note: It is recommended to install a circuit breaker or high current fuse
and fuse holder in the positive line as close to the battery as possible.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1:
Remove Power Board from Box and dispose of packaging.
Step 2:
Remove the M5 bolts from the perimeter of the board.
Step 3:
Lift the front panel and secure the base bracket to the desired mounting
location using bolts. It is recommended to use 6 x M10 vibration resistant
fasteners. See figure 2.
Wiring instructions:
Step 1:
Connecting to battery (battery and cable not supplied) Loosen the nuts on the
positive (red) and negative (black) posts located on the inside of the board.
Select the appropriate cable guage and attach the positive and negative cable
(not supplied) from the battery to the positive (red) and negative (black)
posts on the rear of the board. Ensure to add appropriate fusing. Feed the
cable through the open grommet located on the side of the board. Tighten the
connections securely. See Figure 1.
Step 2:
Connecting Solar and Alternator input Ensure the input and solar connections
are fitted with HD connectors that match those located on the right side of
the board, then plug them into matching connection. Note the solar input
should be unregulated and externally fused.
Step 3:
Connecting the Switches
The power board features 5 switches to control your output connections. Feed
the open positive cable (see wire B in wiring diagram below) from the back of
the switch through the closed grommet on the top or left side of the base
bracket by cutting an opening in the grommet first. Wire to the positive side
of the desired load (e.g light) and earth as necessary. Note maximum load per
switch is 20A
WIRING DIAGRAMS
WARRANTY STATEMENT
Applicable only to product sold in Australia
Brown & Watson International Pty Ltd of 1500 Ferntree Gully Road, Knoxfield,
Vic., telephone (03) 9730 6000, fax (03) 9730 6050, warrants that all products
described in its current catalogue (save and except for all bulbs and lenses
whether made of glass or some other substance) will under normal use and
service be free of failures in material and workmanship for a period of five
(5) years (unless this period has been extended as indicated elsewhere) from
the date of the original purchase by the consumer as marked on the invoice.
This warranty does not cover ordinary wear and tear, abuse, alteration of
products or damage caused by the consumer. Projecta solar panels are covered
by a 1 year warranty for materials and workmanship and a 20 year warranty for
at least 80% power output.
To make a warranty claim the consumer must deliver the product at their cost
to the original place of purchase or to any other place which may be nominated
by either BWI or the retailer from where the product was bought in order that
a warranty assessment may be performed. The consumer must also deliver the
original invoice evidencing the date and place of purchase together with an
explanation in writing as to the nature of the claim.
In the event that the claim is determined to be for a minor failure of the
product then BWI reserves the right to repair or replace it at its discretion.
In the event that a major failure is determined the consumer will be entitled
to a replacement or a refund as well as compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage.
This warranty is in addition to any other rights or remedies that the consumer
may have under State or Federal legislation.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be
of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Distributed by
AUSTRALIA
Brown & Watson International Pty. Ltd.
Knoxfield Victoria 3180 Phone: (03) 9730 6000 Fax: (03) 9730 6050 National
Toll Free: 1800 113 443
NEW ZEALAND OFFICE
Griffiths Equipment Ltd.
19 Bell Avenue, Mount Wellington, Auckland 1060, New Zealand Phone: (09) 525
4575
IS545
Issue 2: 25.08.23
References
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