How to Set Up a TriStar PWM Charge Controller with LiFePO4 Batteries

Read about setting up a TriStar PWM Charge Controller to work with Battle Born LiFePO4 batteries so you can get out there and stay out there!

September 25, 2017

Setting up your Tristar PWM charge controller to work with Battle Born LiFEPO4 batteries is a cinch! Step 1:

Remove the access cover. This is the front cover on the unit that is held in with four screws.

Step 2:

Adjust the first three DIP switches.

The first three DIP switches are related to the system voltage. Use Table 1 below to configure the first three DIP switches. We do not recommend that you use the "Auto" setting because variations in battery charge levels and connected loads can cause unwanted errors.

How to Set Up a TriStar PWM Charge Controller with LiFePO4 Batteries

Table 1: System Voltage

Step 3:

Set the remaining DIP switches to the following:

4: OFF 5: ON 6: OFF

7: OFF

8: ON

Note: Do not connect the RTS cable and never set the unit into equalization mode.

If you have any questions or comments on how to set up a TriStar PWM charge controller with LiFePO4 batteries, please send us an email at info@battlebornbatteries.com or give us a call at (855) 292-2831.