26/08/2021 v.1.10
ArSilicii s.r.l.
5
CHARGING CYCLE WHEN IN CHARGER MODE
When the DCC is turned on in charging mode, it will maintain a constant current until the battery
voltage reaches the Absorption Voltage. The current during this stage may vary throughout
operation in order to maintain a safe operating temperature, or to limit the difference between
input and output voltages.
The charger will then maintain a constant voltage level for a predetermined period of time after
which the charger will enter Float stage.
Float stage maintains 13.5V on the output battery, keeping the battery topped up. This counteracts
the battery’s
self-discharging. When the battery loses charge, due to excessive loads, the charger
will move back into the first stage.
Mount the unit to a flat surface close to the auxiliary battery and away from any heat sources. The
DCC has several connectors and should be installed as described over the following pages.
NOTE: The unit will operate optimally below 55°C air temperature provided a good airflow. At higher
temperatures, the unit will automatically de-rate output current.
NOTE: Appropriate connections must be made to the wires with a continuous current rating of at
least 80A (50A for the DCC-530). Failure to do so may cause damage to the unit and vehicle.
Pre-sets charging cycles can be selected using the dip switches located in the front panel according
to the table below.
DIP switch S
SW 1
SW 2
Battery Type
Vboost
Vfloat
ON
OFF
Lead/AGM
Low Temperature Lead
14.8 V
13.8 V
OFF
OFF
Wet Lead/AGM
14,5 V
13.8 V
OFF
ON
Lead/Gel
14.2 V
13.5 V
ON
ON
Lithium
14.5 V
13.6 V
Custom Charge Cycle
Charge Cycle can be customized for special needs by the user, through a serial communication
connection using a proprietary software that can be requested directly to ArSilicii s.r.l.
