Broadway Sargent control panel fault

moggyminor1966 wrote:Hi raybow if you refer to this previous posting on the same subject you will see that Sargent has upgraded the software in the control panel to Version 2.22 to overcome this problem.
I have just recently upgraded the factory fitted 30W panel to a 100W panel and hope I do not encounter the same problem. I would recommend you contact Sargent direct as they should be able to upgrade the software in the panel for you. Unfortunately I think they are only running a skeleton staff due to the summer break.

 https://www.autosleeper-ownersforum.com/t7587p60-solar-panel-sargent-ec328-12v-electrics-fault

moggyminor1966 wrote:Hi raybow
Sorry to hear you have not had a satisfactory response from Sargent. I am surprised at this as others seem to have had nothing but praise for their customer service. I think the problem is due to the skeleton staff at present. They fully reopen next Mon 19 Aug.

I quote from an earlier post by wearsider who originally highlighted this issue resulting in Sargent modifying the software.

Hi moggyminor1966
Have spoken to Craig at Sargent and he said I already have the updated software version and suggest I change the display panel which he is sending me but he doesn't think this is the cause of my problem. Quite frankly I dont think any of them know how to cure the problem. As I am going away shortly I will have to wait until I get back to see if this works.
Raybow

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 Re: Solar Panel/Sargent EC328/12V Electrics Fault
  Wearsider on Fri Jul 12, 2013 1:13 pm

Hi John and others following these posts.

Please find below in blue latest email from Craig Foot of Sargent which strongly indicates that they have cracked it.

However so as to not tempt fate I will suspend final judgement until the replacement control panel with updated software is received, fitted, and tested.

Regards,

Michael


Good Morning Michael,
 
Over the course of yesterday afternoon and this morning I have been able to simulate the issue you were experiencing, The system power shutting down but the pump light remaining on with solar input voltage connected.
 
It seems the solar regulator for a very split second was jumping above the 15V mark and forcing the system shutdown, This is not a fault with the regulator but more the way it operates in terms of regulating the output. As I mentioned yesterday, the new software has been set to extend the delay before the cut-out to allow for these very small spikes in voltage. 
 
With the new software version panel fitted, I have not managed to simulate the issue. 
 
My conclusion from this is that the new software version for the control panel has resolved this issue and once you receive and install the new control panel I have sent you I would hope you see the same results. Please do update me once everything is installed. 
 
I hope we have now resolved this issue, Thank you for your patience on this matter, and for your help in terms of your testing and detailed emails which has helped us reach a resolution on this.
 
Regards,
Craig Foot
Technical Support Specialist
Sargent Electrical Services Ltd
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I would suggest you speak to Craig Foot at Sargent next week and explain you are having the same problem. 
In the meantime check the control panel display on the screen which shows the model number and see what software version you have. Mine is a EC328 with software V2.20.

I agree that your dealer should be sorting this out for you especially as you are still under guarantee but at least if you speak to Sargent directly you should be able to get the matter resolved. 

Let me know how you get on.