Argus 010-523-B2, User Manual

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3.3.6 Reverse Battery Protection:
In the event the battery is installed backwards fuse(s) F4 (F200) in the charger will blow. Ensure
fuses are replaced with the proper rated fuse(s).
Fuse Rating Manufacturer
F4 30 A / 65 VDC Very Fast Blow Buss: GBB - 30 or equiv.
F200 10 A / 65 VDC Very Fast Blow Buss: GBB - 10 or equiv.
The SCRs and relays to the load will not close unless a valid battery voltage is present. Installation
instructions must be followed during installation of the charger and batteries.
3.4 Controls and Indicators:
The following sections (3.4.1 through 3.4.13) will cover the various controls and indicators available
on the Argus Battery Charger.
3.4.1 Power On Indicator:
Green LED marked Power On. This LED is on when AC is applied to the charger.
3.4.2 Battery Disconnect (Reset) Switch:
Momentary push button marked BATT DISC (Reset). Pressing this switch will disconnect the bat-
tery from the load and reset the micro-controller. The unit will turn off as long as the reset switch is
depressed.
3.4.3 Float Mode Indicator:
Green LED marked Float Mode. This LED is on whenever the unit is on and in FLOAT mode.
3.4.4 Float/Equalize Mode Switch:
Momentary push button located between the float mode and equalize mode LED indicators. To
change from FLOAT mode to EQUALIZE mode press and hold this button for 3 seconds. When the
charger changes to EQUALIZE mode the output voltage will increase (see Battery Output Voltage
specifications). Pressing this button again will revert to FLOAT mode (no 3 second delay). The
unit will remain in EQUALIZE mode up to a maximum of 24 hours before automatically reverting to
FLOAT mode.
3.4.5 Equalize Mode Indicator:
Amber LED marked Equalize. This LED is on whenever the unit is on and in EQUALIZE mode.
3.4.6 Temperature Compensation Mode Indicator:
Amber LED marked Temp Comp. This LED is on whenever the unit is actively compensating the
battery voltage. This LED will flash if a problem exists which prevents proper reliable operation of
the temperature compensation system. The LED will be off when ever the temperature compensa-
tion system is disabled.
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