Goal Zero Guardian 12V User Guide [ml]

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Table of Contents

Get To Know Your Gear 2
Frequently Asked Questions 4
Technical Specifications 5
Français 6-9

日本語

Deutsch 14-17
Español 18-21

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GET TO KNOW YOUR GEAR

Alligator
Clips

8mm Input

4.7mm Input

Power
LED Light

Battery
LED Light

12 Volt
Output

Power LED Light (Input)

Led Off: No Input Detected

Led Solid Green: Input Connected Properly

Battery LED Light (Output)

Led Off: Battery Not Connected

Led Solid Red: Battery Fault (Replace Battery)

Led Fast Red Blinking: Battery in Low-Voltage Recovery (<10V)

Led Slow Red Blinking: Battery in Low-Voltage Recovery (10-11V)

Led Slow Green Blinking: Battery Charging, 0-50% (Bulk Stage)

Led Fast Green Blinking: Battery Charging, 50-95% (Absorb Stage)

Led Solid Green: Battery Full, 95-100% (Float Stage)

Beeping: Low Battery Warning (Add Input Power)

MAINTAINS BATTERIES FOR

CarRV WatercraftTractor

Recreation

Vehicle

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Solar Panel

Guardian 12VNomad 13

12V BatteryHOW IT WORKS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

Q: How do I know if my battery is charging?
A: The Guardian’s battery light indicates charging status. Refer to

the previous page for specifics.

Q: How do I know if my power source (solar or AC) is connected

and working?

A: The light labeled ”Power” will turn on whenever input power is

connected.

Q: Can the Guardian detect my battery level?
A: Yes. Refer to the previous page for LED indication specifics.

Q: Why are there two input ports?
A: Different Goal Zero solar panels have different sized

connectors. This is so that you can use the Guardian with most
Goal Zero panels. If your panel doesn’t fit either of the inputs
visit www.GoalZero.com for available adapters.

Q: Can the Guardian work on any battery?
A: No, the Guardian 12V only works with (most) 12V lead acid

batteries. It is important to match the (V) voltage of the battery
you are trying to charge/maintain with the (V) voltage of the
Guardian.

Q: How can I get extension cords or other accessories to use with

my Guardian?

A: Visit www.GoalZero.com for a complete offering of Guardian

accessories.

Be sure to ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY at goalzero.com/warranty

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Guardian 12V

Charge Controller Built-in PWM lead-acid controller

Ports

6mm Port (Output, 6mm) 11-14V, up to 6A (90W max)

Solar Port (Input, 8mm) 15-20V, up to 6A (90W)

Solar Port (Input, 4.7mm) 15-20V, up to 6A (90W)

General

Weight 3.2 oz (91 g)

Dimensions 5 x 2.5 x 1 in (12.7 x 6.4 x 2.5 cm)

Operating Usage Temp. 32-104 F (0-40 C)

Certs

Warranty 12 months

with five stages: 2 Pre-stages for
recovering low battery level, Bulk,
Absorb, and Float. Supports up
to 90W of solar panels, e.g. three
Boulder 30s.