Re: (ET) Battery charger and more (PH)

[Erv Troyer <reo43 aol com>]

I have been using the Landis controller for years. I leave it plugged in 
all winter to maintain the charge.  At first I had some problems and 
returned it to Harry, and he repaired it under warranty. Later, Harry also 
sent me a new solid state relay when it failed, and I replaced that 
myself. However, for the last few years I have had a problem if I let the 
batteries get around 36 volts or a bit under that. It turns on for 5 
minutes then shuts off like it is designed, but the voltage is still lower 
than the pickup voltage so it kicks back in immediately, then the relay 
starts short cycling VERY rapidly, which raises the amp draw until it 
trips the 30 amp breaker in my entrance panel. To get around this I 
installed a switch to bypass the controller, and I let it charge for a few 
hours, then the controller has some time between cycles, and works OK.  
Harry, if you are on this list - is this repairable by replacing the SS 
relay? Any ideas? Erv Troyer   Lagrange, INreo43 aol 
com==================================In a message dated 10/12/2021 4:14:13 
PM US Eastern Standard Time, Paul Holzschuher writes: 
  1.  Battery charger and more (PH)
Hi Dean and all,I agree about your comments on the Landis. This is a great 
update for the ET charger.With the Landis, the pack stays charged to about 
38.5 vdc.I modified Landis small pot, with a ten-turn larger pot and a 
counter dial.

Batteries are Exide GC-135 from Rural King and Rural King delivered the 
batteries to my home.The RK delivery guys would not leave until the 
batteries were installed to watch the C-185 in action.
In addition, I monitor the kwh before mowing with a Intertek power meter 
and normally usage is about 2.5 kwh after a one week charge.

Thanks,Paul HolzschuherLebanon Ohio
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