RENOGY RBC2125DS-21W Dual Input DC-DC On Board with MPPT Battery Charger User Guide

June 14, 2024
Renogy

REGO
Dual Input DC-DC On-Board with MPPT Battery Charger
12V/24V 50A IP67
RBC2125DS-21W

RENOGY RBC2125DS-21W Dual Input DC-DC On Board with MPPT Battery Charger

VERSION A0
QUICK GUIDE

Before Getting Started

The quick guide provides important operation and maintenance instructions for REGO 12V/24V 50A IP67 Dual Input DC-DC On-Board with MPPT Battery Charger (hereinafter referred to as battery charger).
Read the quick guide carefully before operation and save it for future reference. Failure to observe the instructions or precautions in the quick guide can result in electrical shock, serious injury, or death, or can damage the battery charger,  potentially rendering it inoperable.

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What’s In the Box?

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What's In the Box

Make sure that all accessories are complete and free of any signs of damage.

Dimensions

Dimension tolerance: ±0.2 in (0.5 mm)

Get to Know REGO Battery Charger

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REGO Battery Charger 2

The battery temperature sensor cable can only be used with lead-acid batteries.
For CAN Communication Ports wiring details, refer to the REGO Battery Charger User Manual at https://www.renogy.com/support/downloads.

REGO Battery Charger System Setup

Required Tools

Prior to installing and configuring the battery charger, prepare the recommended tools, components, and accessories.
How to Install the 5/16 in Lugs (M8 Ring Terminals)?RENOGY RBC2125DS-
21W Dual Input DC-DC On Board with MPPT Battery Charger - M8 Ring
Terminals 16 in Lugs (M8 Ring Terminals) auxiliary Battery.
Cables REGO Battery Charger
Positive Auxiliary Battery Cable (brown) Wear Insulating Gloves.
battery charger
  Tape over the Negative Common Cable (black) of cutoff areas.
Step 1. Plan a Mounting Site
The battery charger requires adequate clearance for installation, wiring and ventilation. The minimum clearance is provided below. The battery charger should be installed on a vertical surface protected from direct sunlight.
Step 2. Connect the Battery Charger to a Auxiliary Battery
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Board with MPPT Battery Charger - Connect the Battery
Charger Accessories marked with “” are available on renogy.com.
For installation details, see the user manual of the battery in use.
The battery charger can only be connected to deep-cycle gel-sealed lead-acid batteries (GEL), flooded lead-acid batteries (FLD), sealed lead-acid batteries (SLD/AGM) or lithium iron phosphate batteries (LI).
STEP-1 Install cables on the battery charger Step 3. Connect the Battery Charger to a Solar Panel (s)
Recommended Components & Accessories Accessories marked with “
” are available on renogy.com.
Connecting the battery charger to a solar panel (s) exceeding 720W (≤50V) results in damage to the battery charger.
battery charger 12V ,solar panel (s) 50A24 , solar panel (s) 25A.
The appropriate current rating for the solar panel fuse should be determined by multiplying the total amperage of the solar panel array by 1.56.
STEP-1 Install cables on the battery charger Step 4. Connect the Battery Charger to a Starter Battery
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3/8 in Lugs (M10 Ring Terminals)
12.7V(12V)/25.4V(24V
STEP-1 Install cables on the battery chargerRENOGY RBC2125DS-21W Dual
Input DC-DC On Board with MPPT Battery Charger - Install cables on the battery
charger Step 5. Tape over the Negative Common Cable of cutoff areas

Step 6. Install a Battery Temperature Sensor
The temperature sensor measures the surrounding temperature of the battery and compensates the floating charge voltage when the battery temperature is low.
Do not use the temperature sensor on a LiFePO4 (LFP) battery which comes with a battery management system (BMS).
LED Indicators
battery charger Set a Battery Type
Upon installing the battery charger, set a correct battery type by using the Battery Type Setting Button. ,battery charger(12V or 24V)。
It is essential to ensure that the battery type setting is configured correctly to avoid any potential damage to the battery charger because any damage to the battery charger resulting from an incorrect battery type setting voids the warranty. USER Mode
Setting the battery type to User Mode allows you to customize your battery parameters. You can modify the parameters in the DC Home app.RENOGY
RBC2125DS-21W Dual Input DC-DC On Board with MPPT Battery Charger - USER
Mode Read the user manual of the specific battery or contact the battery manufacturer for help if necessary.
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Monitor the Battery Charger
Download the DC Home app. Login to the app with your account.

https://activity.renogy- dchome.com/#/?id=351&type=3&param=REGOHFinverter

CAN Communication renogy.com user manual.
The version of the DC Home app might have been updated. Illustrations in the user manual are for reference only. Follow the instructions based on the current app version.
To ensure optimal system performance, keep the phone or RENOGY ONE within 10 feet (3 m) of the battery charger.
You can receive fault alarms on DC Home and Rangy ONE when the battery charger is faulty. Please login to the DC Home app or Rangy ONE for troubleshooting details.
Short-Range Monitoring via DC Home App
Pair the battery charger with the DC Home app. Monitor and modify the parameters of the battery charger via the app. Wireless Long-Range Monitoring
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Important Safety Instructions

General

  • Wear proper protective equipment and use insulated tools during installation and operation. Do not wear jewelry or other metal objects when working on or around the battery charger.
  • Keep the battery charger out of the reach of children.
  • Do not dispose of the battery charger as household waste. Comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and use recycling channels as required.
  • In case of fire, put out the fire with a FM-200 or CO₂ fire extinguisher.
  • Installing the battery charger improperly on a boat may cause damage to components of the boat. Have the devices installed by a qualified electrician.
  • Do not expose the battery charger to flammable or harsh chemicals or vapors.
  • Clean the battery charger regularly.
  • Do not puncture, drop, crush, penetrate, shake, strike, or step on the battery charger.
  • Do not open, disassemble, repair, tamper with, or modify the battery charger.
  • Connect the negative prior to the positive terminal when connecting any device.
  • It is recommended that all cables should not exceed 10 meters because excessively long cables result in a voltage drop.
  • The cable specifications listed in the quick guide account for critical, less than 3% voltage drop and may not account for all configurations.

Battery Charger Safety

  • Install the battery charger on a vertical surface – protected from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and water. Make sure there is good ventilation.
  • Keep the battery charger away from heating equipment.
  • Do not insert foreign objects into the battery charger.
  • Confirm the polarities of the devices before connection. A reverse polarity contact can result in damage to the battery charger, thus voiding the warranty.
  • Do not touch the connector contacts while the battery charger are in operation.
  • Disconnect all connectors from the battery charger before maintenance or cleaning.

Battery Safety

  • Do not use batteries if there is any damage.
  • Do not touch the exposed electrolyte or powder if the battery is damaged.
  • Risk of explosion! Never install the battery charger in a sealed enclosure with flooded batteries!
  • Do not install the battery charger in a confined area where battery gases can accumulate.
  • Prior to installing the battery charger, ensure all battery groups are installed properly.

Solar Panel Safety

  • Do not use the solar panel(s) if there is any damage.
  • Prior to connecting the battery charger to the solar panel(s), shade the solar panel(s).
  • Battery charger battery charger。

Renogy Support
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FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  2.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
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