Patriot RSL - Verifying Charge System is Operating Correctly

Patriot RSL - Verifying Charge System is Operating Correctly

The one test that will verify that the charger and Power source is working properly is a DC current reading between the charger and battery.
  1. Disconnect the black lead from the battery.
  2. Set multi meter up to read DC current.
  3. Connect red meter lead to the black wire from the charger.
  4. Connect black meter lead to the neg battery post.
  5. Meter reading expected for solar is about 500 milli amps when solar panel is in full sun. *This test should be performed mid day when sun is in front of solar panel with no shading at all on panel. Any shading of the panel is a problem and must be removed.
  6. Meter reading expected for AC charged system is about 500 milli amps up to 1 amp depending on the battery condition.