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 USER MANUAL SKYLLA UNIVERSAL INPUT

1. INTRODUCTION 5
1.1 Victron Energy 5
1.2 The Skylla Generation chargers 5
1.3 Warnings 6
2. DESCRIPTION 7
2.1 The Skylla battery charger 7
2.2 The battery 8
2.3 Protection 9
3. DIRECTIONS FOR USE 11
3.1 Installation 11
3.2 Operation 14
3.3 Maintenance 15
4. OPTIONS 16
4.1 Permanent boost-charge 17
4.2 Adjusting the charge voltage 17
4.3 Adjusting the equalize-charging mode time 18
4.4 Diode-splitter charge voltage compensation. 18
4.5 Traction battery compensation 19
4.6 Use as a power-supply 19
4.7 Use of a temperature sensor. 19
4.8 Charging batteries with voltage sensing 20
4.9 Intelligent startup 20
4.10 Connecting the output voltage alarm 21
4.11 Connecting remote panels 21
4.12 Connecting a remote on/off switch 22
4.13 Connecting a remote boost switch 22
4.14 Connecting a voltmeter 23
4.15 Connecting a ampèremeter 23
5. FAULT TRACING 24
6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 25
6.1 General 25
6.2 Input 25
6.3 Output 26
6.4 Mechanical 27

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Victron Energy
Victron Energy has established an international reputation as a leading designer and
manufacturer of power systems. Our R&D department is the driving force behind
this reputation. This department is continually seeking new ways of incorporating the
latest technology in our products.
A Victron Energy power system can supply high-quality energy at places where
there is no permanent mains power source available.
An automatic stand alone operating energy supply system can consist of: a Victron
Energy inverter, a Victron Energy battery charger, if required a Victron Energy Mains
Manager and batteries with sufficient capacity.
Our equipment can be used in numerous situations, in the field, on ships and in
other places where mobile power is indispensable.
Victron Energy equipment can be used for all kinds of electrical appliances for
household, technical and administrative purposes and instruments susceptible to
interference.

1.2 The Skylla Generation chargers

This manual contains directions for installing the following chargers: Skylla-TG
24/30, Skylla-TG 24/50 and the Skylla 24/100-G. It describes the functionality and
operation including their protective devices and other technical features.

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1.3 Warnings

The cover of the battery charger may only be removed by a qualified

technician. Before obtaining access to the battery charger the mains
supply circuit must be disconnected.

Explosive gasses can occur during charging a lead-acid battery.

Prevent flames and sparks.
Provide adequate ventilation during charging.

The battery charger can not be used to charge non-rechargeable

batteries.

There is a dangerous voltage present on some of the metal parts

inside the battery charger.

The battery charger is NOT protected against reverse battery

polarity. ("+" connected to "-" and "-" connected to "+").
Follow the installation procedure. The warranty expires when the
battery charger becomes defective due to reverse battery polarity.

The on/off switch at the front of the cabinet does not switch off the
mains supply.

Disconnect the mains supply before making or breaking the

connections to the battery.

Do not use the voltage sense facility in combination with the

diode-splitter compensation. This will raise the output voltage,
which could damage the battery.

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2. DESCRIPTION
2.1 The Skylla-TG battery charger
The Skylla-TG battery charger is a fully automatic charger for 24V batteries and
accepts any mains supply that delivers 90-265 V AC, with frequencies ranging from
45 to 65 Hz. The Skylla-TG also accepts DC supply, ranging from 90 up to 400 V
DC.
It charges the battery according to the IUoUo characteristic, which is a 3-stage
charging characteristic. This characteristic is shown below in illustration 1.
While charging, the Skylla-TG charger continuously measures the battery voltage
and current and recalculates the charging voltage and current based on the
measured values.

Illustration 1.
The IUoUo charge
characteristic.

Type Boost voltage Float voltage Minimal

voltage
24V / 30A 28,5 Vdc 26,5 Vdc 25 Vdc
24V / 50A 28,5 Vdc 26,5 Vdc 25 Vdc
24V / 100A-G 28,5 Vdc 26,5 Vdc 25 Vdc

Assuming that the battery is discharged, the Skylla-TG charger commences

charging in the boost-charge mode. In this mode the battery is charged until the
battery voltage reaches the boost voltage. At this point the battery is charged to
approximately 80% of its maximum capacity. This is the end of the boost-charge
mode and the Skylla-TG charger then automatically switches to the equalize-charge
mode.
During the equalize-charge mode the charging voltage still equals the boost voltage,
but the charge current slowly decreases. The duration of this mode is pre-selectable
and may be set to 4, 8 or 12 hours. The standard time of the equalize-mode is 4
hours. After this time the Skylla-TG charger automatically switches back to the float-
charge mode.
In the float-charge mode the charge voltage decreases to the float voltage and the
charge current continues to decrease. This mode lasts for 20 hours.

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After the float-charge mode the charger returns to the equalize-charge mode for 30
minutes, this is to compensate for the normal leakage or self discharge of the
battery.

The Skylla-TG charger can remain connected to the battery continuously, without
gas formation taking place, caused by overcharging. It is not necessary to
disconnect the battery from the charger during long time storage, for example during
the winter storage of a ship. The Skylla-TG charger will keep your battery in
optimum condition under all circumstances and will prolong the lifetime of your
battery.
A parallel load connected to the battery can cause a voltage drop. The Skylla-TG
charger automatically switches into the boost-charge mode when the battery voltage
drops below the minimal voltage.
The Skylla-TG charger is equipped with a separate starter-battery connection to
charge an extra battery, like a starter-battery. You can use this battery for starting
machines, like a boat engine for this application.
The Skylla-TG charger has a stabilised output voltage. Therefore the Skylla-TG
charger can also be used as a DC power supply in applications where no battery is
present.

2.2 The battery

The Skylla-TG charger can charge various batteries. The recommended battery
capacity is indicated in the table below:

Type Recommended capacity

24V / 30A 100 – 200 Ah
24V / 50A 200 – 400 Ah
24V / 100A-G 500 - 1000 Ah

The charge voltages of the Skylla-TG charger are factory-set. Most battery
manufacturers recommend these charging voltages for optimal charging of 24V or
48V lead-acid batteries.
It is possible to charge different types of batteries, like traction batteries. To charge
these batteries the charging voltages of the charger have to be changed. Contact
your Victron Energy dealer or battery dealer for more details about the
recommended charging voltages.

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2.3 Protection
The battery charger is safe to use due to its robust design and its internal
electronic protection. This chapter describes the various internal electronic
protective devices.

Maximum charge current protection

 The battery charger provides a maximum charge current of 30A for the 30A
charger, 50A for the 50A charger or 100A for the 100A charger.
This level is electronically limited and is factory set.
 The maximum output current can also be limited by using an external
potentiometer-panel, the Victron Energy COV panel.

Short circuit protection

 The charger output is protected against short-circuits. The short-circuit current is
electronically limited at 30A, 50A or 100A, according to the model. In this
condition the output voltage approaches 0 Volt. The battery charger resumes
normal operation when the short circuit is removed.
 The short circuit current can also be reduced by the Victron Energy COV panel.

Input protection
 The charger mains-input is protected with a fuse.
 The charger will not be damaged by using input voltage between 0 and 300
Vac.
 The charger will not be damaged by using input frequency between 0 and 65
Hz.

Over voltage protection

 The charger switches off automatically when the battery voltage becomes
higher than the over voltage value. The charger switches back on when the
battery voltage becomes less than the raise value. See the table below.

Model Over voltage value Raise value

24V 35,5 Vdc 33,5 Vdc

 The charger output is protected with a fuse.

Starter battery protection

 The output current of the starter battery output is electronically limited at 4A. The
starter battery output is also protected against wrong connections by means of a
10A fuse.

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Temperature protection
 The internal temperature of the charger is measured continuously. However,
due to a high ambient temperature outside the cabinet, the temperature within
the battery charger can rise. When the external temperature of the battery
charger becomes higher than 40°C, the output current decreases and the
Failure led flashes.
 Before the internal temperature becomes too high due to extreme conditions
the charger switches off and the Failure LED illuminates continuously. The
charger resumes operation when the internal temperature is restored within
limits.

Voltage sense protection

 When the voltage sense facility is used the charger automatically decreases the
output voltage when the voltage loss over the battery cables is more than 2 Volt
in total.

Battery watchdog timer

 The charger is equipped with a battery watchdog timer. This timer measures
the duration of the boost mode. The moment the boost mode lasts longer than
10 hours, the charger will switch to float mode. The charging voltage will then
become the float voltage. In this way it is prevented that a defective battery is
needlessly charged with a high charging voltage.

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3. DIRECTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Installation
Find a dry and well-ventilated area to mount the Skylla charger and battery. Keep
the distance between the charger and the battery less than 6 meters.
The charger may be wall or floor mounted. Mounting on a wall improves the air
circulation within the charger cabinet and will prolong the lifetime of the battery
charger.
The holes for the mains cable, the battery connections, the remote connections and
the earth connection are located at the bottom of the battery charger housing, see
illustration 2.

Hole for the

remote cable
Hole for the
positive
battery cable

Illustration 2,
Location of the charger
connection holes

Hole for the M6 Earth Hole for the

Hole for the starter negative
mains cable stud
Connecting earth battery cables battery cable
Connect the earth screw to a real earth-point. Connections to earth have to be
according to applicable safety standards.
 On a ship: Connect the earth screw to the earth plate or to the hull of the ship.
 On land: Connect the earth screw to the earth of the mains.
 Mobile applications (a vehicle, a car or a caravan): Connect the earth screw to
the frame of the vehicle.

Connecting the battery

The connections between the Skylla charger and the battery are essential for a good
operation of the charger. Therefore the battery connections need tightening well. It is
important to use short and thick battery cables to minimise the voltage losses in the
cable. Cable resistance decreases accordingly as the cables become shorter and
thicker. Therefore it is not recommended to use cables longer than 6 meters. The
table below shows the recommended cable core thickness.
Type core diameter of cables until 1,5m core diameter of cables between 1,5m and 6m
24/30 6 mm2 10 mm2
24/50 10 mm2 16 mm2
24/100 35 mm2 50 mm2

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The battery connection sequence

The Skylla is NOT protected against reverse battery polarity.

("+" connected to "-" and "-" connected to "+").
Follow the installation procedure. The warranty expires when the
Skylla becomes defective due to reverse polarity.

Disconnect the mains supply The on/off switch at the

before making or breaking front of the cabinet does not
connections to the battery. switch off the mains supply.

 Check if the charger is switched off and if the mains supply is disconnected.
 Remove the front of the battery charger to access the battery connections.
 If not placed, place the connection tool to the negative battery connection (-) of
the charger, see illustration 3.
 Connect the positive battery-cable (+) to the positive battery connection terminal
on the charger printed circuit board, see illustration 3.
 Hook the negative battery-cable (-) to the connection tool, see illustration 3.
 Check if the green led illuminates, see illustration 3. If not the positive and
negative battery cables have been reversed.
 Disconnect the connection tool and connect the negative battery cable (-).

The battery disconnection sequence

 Switch off the charger.
 Disconnect the mains supply.
 Disconnect the negative battery-cable.
 Disconnect the positive battery-cable.

- starter battery connection

+ starter battery connection
Green led
Negative battery connection
Output fuses
Illustration 3. Positive battery connection
Location of the battery Red led
connections Connection tool

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Connecting the starter battery
The starter battery has to be connected using wire with a core of at least 1.5 mm2.
 Connect the positive (+) battery-pole to the right side of the starter battery
connector, see illustration 3.
 Connect the negative (-) battery-pole to the left side of the starter battery
connector, see illustration 3.

Connecting the mains

 Check if the battery is already connected to the charger.
 Remove the front of the battery charger to access the AC input connector.
 Connect the mains PE cable (green/yellow) to the AC input connector located
on the circuit board, see illustration 4.
 Connect the mains neutral cable (blue) to the AC input connector.
 Connect the mains line cable (brown) to the AC input connector.
 Plug the mains cable into the mains socket. Make sure that the mains socket is
connected to earth. The connection to the earth of the mains has to be
according to applicable safety standards.

N L
AC input connector

Illustration 4. PE connection
Location of the neutral connection
AC input connector. line connection

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3.2 Operation

Located on the front of the Skylla charger are an on/off switch and three rows of
leds, as shown in illustration 5.

The battery charger can be switched on and off with the on/off switch.
The “output voltage” leds indicate the output voltage value.
The “output current” leds indicate the output current value.
The other leds indicates the state of the charger.

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Output Output
voltage (V) current (A)

112 on on
ACCULADER 30
AUTOMATIL-LADER
BATTERY CHARGER 29 100 boost
CHARGEUR AUTOMATIQUE 28 84 equalize
70 float off
27
26 56 failure
25 42
24 28
23 14

Illustration 5. Example of the battery charger front panel.

The operation sequence:

Explosive gasses can occur during charging a lead-acid

battery. Prevent flames and sparks.
Provide adequate ventilation during charging.

Switching the charger on with the on/off switch results in the following:
 The “on” led will flash for about 2 seconds. In these first 2 seconds the charger
reads all input signals and calculates the necessary output voltage. After 2
seconds the charger will switch on and the “on” led illuminates.
 According to the condition of the battery the charger will start in the boost-
charge mode or at float-charge mode. If the battery is not full the “boost” led
illuminates and the charger will start boost-charging the battery.
 A dip switch can be used to set the charger so that it will always start charging
in the boost mode, irrespective of the condition of the battery.
 When the battery voltage has reached the boost voltage the charger will change
into the equalize-charge mode and the “equalize” led illuminates. This mode will
last for a pre-selectable time of 4, 8 or 12 hours.
 After this time the charger will enter the float-charge mode and the “float” led will
illuminate.
After the batteries are charged the Skylla charger does not have to be switched off
and the batteries can stay connected to the battery charger.
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3.3 Maintenance
The Skylla charger does not require any specific maintenance. However an annual
check of the battery connections is recommended.
Keep the charger dry, clean and free of dust. If any problems arise, use the fault
finding procedure to trace the fault, see chapter 5.

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4. OPTIONS
The Skylla charger is factory set to standard values. Some of these standard
values can be changed by a qualified electrical technician into customised values.
This chapter describes which values can be changed and how to change them.

The cover of the Skylla may only be removed by a qualified

technician. Before obtaining access to the Skylla the mains supply
circuit must be disconnected.

There is a dangerous voltage present on some of the metal parts

inside the battery charger.

Attention ! The value of the potentiometers I, Vboost and Vfloat

may only be adjusted by a qualified electrician. The remaining
potentiometers may not be adjusted at any case.

Opening of the battery charger cabinet

In order to change the standard values the front of the charger has to be
removed.
 Disconnect the mains from the charger and wait two minutes.
 Unscrew the 4 screws on the front of the cabinet, see illustration 6.
 Remove the front panel of the battery charger.
Adjustments can be made by means of turning a potentiometer or by changing the
position of a switch on the DIP-switch.
See illustration 7 for the location of the DIP-switch and the potentiometers.

DIP switch

I
Vboost
Vfloat
Illustration 6. Illustration 7.
Removing the front. Location of the DIP-switch and potentiometers.

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4.1 Permanent boost-charge
In some cases, for example when the battery is almost empty, it is recommended to
permanent boost-charge the battery for 10 hours. Do not permanently boost-charge
sealed lead-acid batteries. Contact your Victron Energy dealer or battery dealer for
more information on charging the battery.

To set the charger into the permanent boost-charge mode :

 Place the DIP switch number 8 “R boost” to the left. In this
mode the battery is being charged to the boost voltage.
 Do not permanent boost-charge the battery for longer than 10
hours as this can cause long term gas formation in the battery
and will damage the battery.
 While a battery is being boost-charged, check the water level
of the battery frequently and if necessary add distilled water to
the battery.

4.2 Adjusting the charge voltage

The battery charger has a factory set float and boost voltage. The boost-voltage is
always higher than the float-voltage. These charging voltages are the
recommended values from almost every battery manufacturer. Before adjusting the
charge voltage disconnect the temperature sensor and/or the voltage sense wires.

To change the float-voltage:

 Remove all batteries and other users that are connected to the
output of the battery charger.
 Plug the AC plug into the mains and switch on the charger.
 Place DIP-switches 7 “Eq2” and 6 “Eq1” to the left position, this
will reduce the equalize time to 0 hours. The charger switches
into the float-charge mode.
 Place DIP-switch 4 “fine” to the left position in order to
accurately adjust the output voltage.
 Measure the float-voltage on the charger output by using a
precision voltage meter.
 Adjust the float-voltage by turning the “V float” potentiometer
until the recommended voltage is reached.
 Correct the equalize time by moving DIP-switch 7 “Eq2” and 6 “Eq1”.
 Place DIP-switch 4 “fine” to the right position. In this position the
output voltage is less sensitive to influence of temperature.

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To change the boost-voltage:
 Place DIP-switch 7 “Eq2” to the right and place DIP-switch 8 “R
boost” to the left. The charger switches into the boost-charge
mode.
 Place DIP-switch 4 “fine” to the left position in order to accurately
adjust the output voltage.
 Measure the boost-voltage on the charger output by using a
precision voltage meter.
 Adjust the boost-voltage by turning the “V boost” potentiometer
until the recommended voltage is reached.
 Replace DIP-switch 8 “R boost” to the right.
 Correct the equalize time by moving DIP-switch 7 “Eq2” and 6 “Eq1”.
 Place DIP-switch 4 “fine” to the right position. In this position the
output voltage is less sensitive to influence of temperature.

4.3 Adjusting the equalize-charging mode time

The duration of the equalize-charge mode can be changed to fit the specifications
of the battery. The duration of the equalize-charge mode can be set to 0, 4, 8 or
12 hours. When selecting 0 hours, the charger will skip the equalize-charge mode
and will directly switch into the float-charge mode. The standard equalize-time is 4
hours.
According to the table below the duration of the equalize-charge mode can be set
by moving the DIP-switches 7 “Eq2” and 6 “Eq1” in the corresponding way:

0 hours 4 hours 8 hours 12 hours

4.4 Diode-splitter charge voltage compensation.

If a diode-splitter (Victron Energy Argo) is connected to the Skylla
charger the charge voltage have to be raised to compensate for
the voltage loss over the diode-splitter.
If the voltage-sense option is used, do not use the diode-splitter
compensation. When both options are used simultaneously the
output voltage will be too high.

To select the diode-splitter option:

 Place DIP switch 5 “split” to the left.

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4.5 Traction battery compensation
If a Traction-battery is connected to the Skylla charger the charge
voltages have to be changed. The output voltage has to be raised
to correctly charge the traction-battery. It is possible that the
charge voltages are not correct after activating this
compensation. See for adjusting the charge voltages chapter 4.2.

To set the charger into the traction mode:

 Place DIP-switch 3 “trac” to the left.

4.6 Use as a power-supply

The Skylla charger can be used as a power supply without the obligation to
connect a battery to the charger output.

To use the charger as a power supply:

 Put the charger into the permanent boost-charge mode, see chapter 4.1.
 Adjusted the output voltage to the desired voltage, see chapter 4.2.

With the above mentioned procedure the output voltage range is limited. When the
full output voltage range is required please contact your Victron Energy dealer.
See chapter 6.3 for details.

4.7 Use of a temperature sensor.

The temperature sensor supplied with the charger can
be connected to the charger by using the 3 meter
cable with stripped and tinned cable ends. This
sensor should be mounted on the battery. The
temperature sensor adjusts the charging voltage
according to the battery temperature.

To connect the temperature sensor:

 Disconnect the mains,
 Connect the - (black wire) of the temperature
sensor to the “-tmp” connector, see illustration 8.
 Connect the + (red wire) of the temperature
sensor to the “+ tmp” connector, see illustration 8.
 Switch on the mains.
 If the temperature sensor is correctly connected
the “TMP OK” on the printed circuit board led
illuminates. If this led does not illuminate or
flashes, the sensor is not connected correctly.
Illustration 8.
Location of the external connections.

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4.8 Charging batteries with voltage sensing

Do not use the voltage sense facility in combination with the

diode-splitter compensation, as this will raise the output voltage.

When high current runs trough a thin cable between the charger and the battery
there will be a voltage loss in the cables. The charging voltage measured at the
battery poles will be lower than the specified voltage and this will result in a longer
charging time. However, the charger is equipped with a voltage sense facility. The
battery voltage is exactly measured and the charger increases the output voltage
to compensate for the voltage loss across the cables.
The charger can compensate for a maximum of 2V voltage loss over the cables.
When the voltage loss is bigger than 2V the “on” led flashes and the failure led
illuminates. The charge voltage will decrease until the voltage loss becomes
maximum 2 Volt. The “on” led flashes and the failure led illuminates until the
charger is manually switched off. When this occurs the battery cables have to be
replaced because they are too thin or have bad connections.

To install the voltage sense option:

 Disconnect the mains.
 Connect a red 0,75 mm2 wire to the positive battery pole and the “+Vse”
connector of the charger, see illustration 8.
 Connect a black 0,75 mm 2 wire between the negative pole of the battery and
the “-Vse” connector of the charger, see illustration 8.
 For properly functioning both wires have to be connected.
 Switch on the mains.
 The “VSE OK” led on the printed circuit board illuminates when connected
correctly. If this led does not illuminate the voltage sense wires are wrongly
connected.

4.9 Intelligent startup

The factory setting of the charger is such that the battery voltage
is checked when the charger is switched on (intelligent startup). In
the case of a flat battery, the charger will start charging in the
boost mode. If the battery voltage is sufficiently high during
charger startup, the charger will be charging in the float mode.
In some situations it may be desirable for the charger not to check
the battery voltage upon startup. With this charger this function is
enabled by sliding dip switch 2 “Watch” to the left.
When this dip switch is positioned on the left, the charger will
always start charging in the boost mode.
When dip switch 2 “Watch” is positioned on the right, it is checked upon startup
whether the battery voltage is sufficiently high to enable a start in the float mode. If
it is not, the charger is started in the boost mode as yet.

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4.10 Connecting the output voltage alarm
The charger is equipped with a potential free alarm contact (change over type).
If the battery voltage is in between Vmin and Vmax the contact is activated.
(See figure 8, remote connections: NO, NC, COM).

Model Vmin Vmax

24V 23,8 Vdc 33,5 Vdc

4.11 Connecting remote panels

Victron Energy provides two optional remote panels that can be connected to the
charger. See illustration 8 for the circuit board connector where the remote panels
have to be connected to.

The COV panel:

The maximum charging current of 30A, 50A or 100A, according to the model, can
be limited with an external panel. This panel, the Victron Energy COV panel,
contains an adjustable potentiometer. Limiting the maximum charging current can
be useful to meet the batteries specifications, or to make sure the shore fuse
does not blow.

To connect the panel:

 Disconnect the mains.
 Connect the panel to the “+ pot” and “-pot” connector.

The CMV panel:

This panel indicates the charging mode and possible failures.

To connect the panel:

 Disconnect the mains.
 Connect the boost led to the “ L_BO” connector.
 Connect the equalize led to the “L_EQ” connector.
 Connect the float led to the “L_FL” connector.
 Connect the failure led to the “L_FA” connector.
 Connect the ground of the panel to the “GND” connector.

The CSV panel:

With the CSV panel the charger can be switched on or off. On the panel a green
“on” led is present. To operate the CSV panel you first have to switch the charger
on with the on/off switch located on the front panel of the charger.

To connect the panel:

 Disconnect the mains
 Connect the on led to the “L_ON” connector.
 Connect the ground of the panel to the “GND” connector.
 Connect the “TG switch” to the “REM” connector.

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The SKC panel:
This panel indicates if the charger is on or off, it indicates the charging mode and it
contains an adjustable potentiometer. Limiting the maximum charging current can
be useful to more accurately charge the batteries according the manufacturers
specifications, or to make sure the shore fuse does not blow.

To connect the panel:

 Disconnect the mains.
 Connect the on led to the “L_ON” connector.
 Connect the boost led to the “ L_BO” connector.
 Connect the float led to the “L_FL” connector.
 Connect the ground of the panel to the “GND” connector.
 Connect current control to the “+ POT” and “-POT” connector.

4.12 Connecting a remote on/off switch

A remote switch can be connected to the charger so the charger can be switched
on and off from a remote location. To operate the switch, first switch the charger
on with the on/off switch located on the charger.

To connect the remote on/off switch:

 Disconnect the mains.
 Connect the switch in between the “REM” and the “GND” connector.

4.13 Connecting a remote boost switch

A remote switch can be connected to the charger so the charger can be switched
permanently into the boost-charge mode. Due to parallel loads connected to the
battery it is advised to switch the charger into the permanent boost-charging mode
in order not to discharge the battery.
If the switch is closed the charger switches into the permanent boost-charge
mode. If the switch is opened again the charger will automatically go to the float-
charge mode. This in order not to overcharge a battery with charging it to long with
higher charging voltage.

To connect the boost switch:

 Disconnect the mains.
 Connect one pole of the switch to the “RBOO” connector.
 Connect the other pole of the switch to the “GND” connector.

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4.14 Connecting a voltmeter
The remote-connector offers a possibility to connect a voltmeter. It is possible to
connect a digital as well as an analogue voltmeter. This output can only be used
when the voltage-sense is connected. The voltage at this output is equal to the
voltage measured at the point where the voltage sense wires are connected.

Connecting a voltmeter
 Disconnect the mains voltage.
 Make sure that the voltage sense wires are connected, see chapter 4.8.
 Connect a black wire between the “-” connection of the voltmeter and “-VM” at
the remote connector.
 Connect a red wire between the “+” connection of the voltmeter and “+VM” at
the remote connector.
 Connect the mains voltage.

4.15 Connecting a ampèremeter

The remote connector offers a possibility to connect an ampèremeter, which
indicates the output current of the charger. For the 30A charger an ampèremeter,
which indicates 30A at 60mV input voltage is required. For the 50A charger an
ampèremeter, which indicates 50A at 60mV input voltage is required, likewise for
the 100A charger an ampèremeter, which indicates 100A at 60mV input voltage is
required.

Connecting an ampèremeter
 Disconnect the mains voltage.
 Connect a black wire between the “-” connection of the ampèremeter and “-
AM” at the remote connector.
 Connect a red wire between the “+” connection of the ampèremeter and “+AM”
at the remote connector.
 Connect the mains voltage.

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5. FAULT TRACING
When a fault occurs in the battery charger, the following table can be used in order
to find the fault. Before the Skylla is being checked, make sure that all the devices
connected to the battery charger are removed. If the fault can not be solved, please
contact your Victron Energy dealer.

Problem Possible cause Solution

The charger does The mains voltage has to be in Measure the mains voltage and make sure
not operate between 90Vac and 265 Vac. it is in between 90Vac and 265Vac.
A broken input fuse. Return the charger to your dealer.
The battery is not The equalize-charge mode is set to Set the equalize-charge mode to a longer
being fully charged a too short period. time.

A bad battery connection. Check the battery connections.

The boost charge voltage is Adjust the boost charge voltage to the
set to a wrong value. right value.
The float charge voltage is Adjust the float charge voltage to the right
set to a wrong value. value.
The capacity of the battery is too Connect a battery with a smaller capacity
large. or install a larger charger.
The output fuses are broken. Replace the output fuses.

The battery is The battery charger is set into the Deselect the permanent boost DIP-switch
being overcharged permanent boost-charge mode. (Rboost).
The boost charge voltage is Adjust the boost charge voltage to the
set to a wrong value. right value.
The float charge voltage is Adjust the float charge voltage to right
set to a wrong value. value.
A bad battery. Check the battery.
The battery is located in a warm Connect a temperature sensor
place
The battery is too small. Reduce the charge current.
The failure led The charger is switched off as a Place the charger in a cooler, or better
illuminates result of a high ambient ventilated place.
temperature.
The failure led The charger is reducing the output Place the charger in a cooler, or better
flashes current as a result of a high ventilated place.
ambient temperature.
The failure led The output fuses are broken. Replace the output fuses.
flashes in a code 1
The failure led There is a voltage drop higher than Turn the charger off, replace battery cables
illuminates in 2V across the battery cables. and connect them well.
combination with a
blinking on/off led
A qualified technician may only remove the cover of the Skylla.
Before obtaining access to the Skylla the mains supply circuit
must be disconnected.

1 Flashing code sequence is two times on in one second and then one second off.
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6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
6.1 General

Switch on behaviour Charger can switch on under every load

Temperature range -40°C until +50°C,

decreasing output power if temperature > +40ºC
EMC According Council Directive 89/336 EEG
Emission EN 55014 (1993)
EN 61000-3-2 (1995)
EN 61000-3-3 (1995)
Immunity EN 55104 (1995)
Vibration IEC 68-2-6 (1982)
Safety EN 60335-2-29 (1991)
GL approval Environmental category C, EMC 1
Certificate no 54 758 – 08HH

6.2 Input

Input voltage range 90 - 265 Vac, full output power available

(exception: output of the 24/30 at 110Vac: 22 A)

Frequency range 45 - 65 Hz, full output power available

Maximum Input current At 90V ac input voltage :
Model: 24/30 12A at 30V / 30A
24/50 20A at 30V / 50A
24/100 40A at 30V / 100A

Cos phi / power factor 1,0

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6.3 Output

Model TG 24/30 TG 24/50 TG 24/100

Boost charge voltage 28,50 Vdc 28,50 Vdc 28,50 Vdc

Float charge voltage 26,50 Vdc 26,50 Vdc 26,50 Vdc
Output voltage range 24-33Vdc 24-33Vdc 24-33Vdc
Output voltage range supply 0-33Vdc 0-33Vdc 0-33Vdc
mode 2
Charge characteristic IUoUo IUoUo IUoUo
Voltage compensation for + 0,6 V + 0,6 V + 0,6 V
diode-splitter, via DIP-switch

Model TG 24/30 TG 24/50 TG 24/100

Current/voltage stability ±1% ±1% ±1%

Boost charge voltage
compensation for traction + 2,0 V + 2,0 V + 2,0 V
battery, via DIP-switch
Maximum output current 30A 50A 100A
Output current range 0-30A 0-50A 0-100A
Output voltage ripple
measured with a 30A, 50A or <100mVtt <100mVtt <100mVtt
100A resistive load
Maximum output power 750W 1500W 3000W
Short circuit current 27.5A 55A 100A
Maximum starter battery 4A 4A 4A
current
Low battery alarm relay 23,8 Vdc 23,8 Vdc 23,8 Vdc
±0,8Vdc ±0,8Vdc ±0,8Vdc
High battery alarm relay 33.5Vdc 33.5Vdc 33.5Vdc
± 0,8Vdc ± 0,8Vdc ± 0,8Vdc
Output fuse (flat car fuse) 2 x 20A 4 x 20A 8 x 20A
Leakage current from battery
when the battery charger is ≤ 3,2 mA ≤ 6,4 mA ≤ 6,4 mA
turned off
* 6,3mm x 32mm fuse 30A slow

2 Contact your Victron Energy dealer for this option.

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6.4 Mechanical

TG24/30 and TG24/50 TG24/100

Cabinet Aluminium sea water resistant Aluminium sea water resistant

Protection IP 21 IP 21
Colour Blue (RAL5012), epoxy coated Blue (RAL5012), epoxy coated
Dimensions 365 x 250 x 147mm 368 x 250 x 257mm
Dimensions 435 x 320 x 217mm 438 x 320 x 330mm
including box
Weight 5,5 Kg 9.8 Kg
Weight including 6,4 Kg 10.5 Kg
box
Input 230Vac Connection block, suitable for Connection block, suitable for
connection wires up to 4 mm² wires up to 4 mm²
Battery M8 bolts M8 bolts
connection
Earth connection M5 hole at bottom of the cabinet M5 hole at bottom of the cabinet
Temperature Connection block Connection block
sensor connection
Starter battery Connection block, suitable for Connection block, suitable for
connection wires up to 1,5mm² wires up to 1,5mm²
Cooling Forced air cooling Forced air cooling
Noise < 45dB(A) < 45dB(A)
Relative humidity 95% (maximal) 95% (maximal)

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 250
25 200 140
7
309
365
23

Ø6

Ø8
90
25

15 220

All measurements in mm.

© victron energy b.v.

Pallas-TG 12/50, Skylla-TG 24/30, 24/30 110Vac drawing no.: TI010000
date: 120204
Skylla -TG 24/50 and Titan 48/25 dimensions revision.: 0002

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 250
25 200 250 7
309
365
23

Ø6
220
25
200

Ø8

All measurements in mm.

drawing no.: TI020000

© victron energy b.v. Skylla-TG 24/80, 24/100 and Titan 48/50 dimensions date: 220703
revision.: 01

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Victron Energy B.V.
The Netherlands

Phone: +31 (0) 36 535 97 00

E-mail: [email protected]
Internet site: http://www.victronenergy.com

Version: rev06
Date: 03-07-2019

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