INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
BCA610 SERIES
AC SOURCE
BATTERY CHARGER
Page 1: ...INSTALLATION OPERATION MANUAL BCA610 SERIES AC SOURCE BATTERY CHARGER ...
Page 2: ... to drip on the battery charger BATTERY SAFETY 1 WARNING RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES i WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION FOR THIS REASON IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE SERVICING EQUIPMENT IN THE VICINITY OF THE BATTERY YOU READ THIS USER GUIDE AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY ii To reduce risk...
Page 3: ...r connection can result in the risk of electric shock vii NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery viii Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery It might spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause a fire or explosion ix Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with ...
Page 4: ...ank With the output voltage adjust and user selectable charging profiles you have optimal control in how you charge your batteries Additionally voltage temperature compensation protects your expensive battery banks from overly harsh charging prolonging their lifespan Internally the recently updated single board design incorporates time tested switch mode technology for unmatched efficiency and ult...
Page 5: ...for their recommendations Output Nominal Voltage 12 VDC 24 VDC 32 VDC 48 VDC Float Voltage 13 6 0 05 VDC 27 2 0 05 VDC 36 3 0 05 VDC 54 4 0 05 VDC Absorption Voltage 14 4 VDC VDC 28 8 VDC 38 4 VDC 57 6 VDC Charging Amps 40 A 22 A 16 5 A 11 A Absorption to Float 6 0 Amps 3 3 Amps 2 48 Amps 1 65 Amps Battery Size Amp Hours 160 240 88 132 66 99 44 66 Output Adjust 1 0 Volts Noise on Output 50 mV Outp...
Page 6: ... to the BCA 610 See Specifications for the maximum input current and recommended fuses AC Input Connection The unit is equipped with a 5 foot long power cable terminating in either a North American outlet compatible NEMA 5 15 plug or European outlet compatible CEE 7 7 plug to serve as an AC Input Connection If you must extend the power cable be sure to use a 3 conductor grounded type extension cab...
Page 7: ... not lose physical contact with the battery at any point in the charging cycle Pictured Analytic Systems Battery Temperature Sensor Connect the battery bank s to the terminals using an appropriate gauge of wire for the charg ing amps Ensure that the total average load connected to the batteries does not exceed the unit s charging amps See Specifications for this unit s charging amps This connectio...
Page 8: ... the charging voltage 1 Disconnect the battery temperature sensor s from the unit if connected 2 Move the Power Switch to ON 3 Loosen the two screws and remove the cover plate on the top panel to access the output voltage adjust potentiometer 4 Using a small flat blade screwdriver rotate the potentiometer 5 The charging voltage can be adjusted over a range of 10 Rotate the potentiometer clock wise...
Page 9: ...e battery without altering the charger s ability to keep the battery at optimal charge In three stage charging the battery is charged at a constant current until the battery voltage reaches the absorption voltage The battery is maintained at this voltage while the current diminishes Once the current drops to 10 of it s initial value the battery is then held at the float voltage Three stage chargin...
Page 10: ... If it is working correctly remount the battery charger for better air circulation LOW INPUT The battery charger s input voltage is too low for normal operation Fix Check that the power source is properly rated for the battery charger Check that the input cables and connection are free of damage and corrosion If all of the above are in proper working order the cause is likely an internal component...
Page 11: ...harge the capacitors then turn it off again Remove the eight screws holding on the cover Turn the unit upside down remove the cover and locate J22 It will be next to the relay as is shown in the above diagram Simply move the jumper to the desired position as is shown in the above diagram Replace the cover and re install the eight screws Reconnect the unit to the power and batter ies BATTERY TEMPER...
Page 12: ...l cells are fully charged and to reduce the chance of sulfation of the battery During the Equalize cycle the cells which are fully charged will produce Hydrogen gas and the cells which are undercharged will be brought up to full charge An Equalize cycle should be done once every 2 3 months or whenever battery capacity appears to be diminished The Equalize Option also includes a battery temperature...
Page 13: ...ure sensor may be installed in many different ways so long as the sensor stays in contact with the battery The preferred method is as follows The batteries to be charged will be placed on a platform made of wood Prior to placing the batteries on the wooden platform a cavity is hollowed out such that the sensor will fit inside the cavity and be flush with the battery Place the sensor inside the cav...
Page 14: ...ng will incur additional charges and are the responsibility of the Purchaser 6 Analytic Systems reserves the right to void the warranty if a Labels identification marks or serial numbers are removed or altered in any way b Our invoice is unpaid c The defect is the result of misuse neglect improper installation environmental conditions non autho rized repair alteration or accident 7 No refund of th...
