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Basic Programming

Programming The Belt Load Manager

The MC-612-DUAL provides the ability to manage regulator field potential, making it possible to govern the horsepower 

loads placed on the drive belt(s) by the alternator. The Belt Load Manager can also be used to protect the alternator from 

extraordinary load created by a battery load that’s too large for the alternator’s capacity. The Belt Load Manager is ac-

cessed in the basic programming mode, directly after the battery type programming mode. The Belt Load Manager can be 

accessed at the same time the battery program is set, or by itself. To program the Belt Load Manager
When activating the programming mode, keep in mind that the regulator will scroll through the basic programming mode 

three times before saving and returning to the operational mode. To adjust the regulator for your battery type:
1.  Turn on the regulator. This may be accomplished by turning the ignition switch at the panel to the ON position. If the 

regulator’s BROWN ignition wire is connected to an oil pressure switch, it may be necessary to start the engine to 

activate the regulator.

2.  If the battery type program has been adjusted, TOUCH / HOLD when entry into the Belt Load Manager is indicated by 

the bEL display on the regulator’s LED.

3.  If you don’t wish to adjust the battery programming, TOUCH / HOLD the RED dot when the regulator is activated. 

RELEASE when the Pro display is indicated. The regulator will indicate bA, for battery type, and will cycle to bEL.

4.  TOUCH / HOLD. The regulator display will indicate b-0 (indicating that the Belt Load Manager is off). Continue to 

HOLD. The regulator display continue to scroll through seven settings. Each setting decreases the field potential by 

approximately seven percent.

5.  RELEASE when the display indicates your desired level of field reduction. The display will cycle to bEL. You can re-

activate to change your selection, or wait until the regulator cycles to the next programming mode.

6.  The display will cycle to Ab2, indicating the selection mode where the user can toggle between a secondary alternator 

temperature sensor or a secondary battery temperature sensor on terminals #16 and #17.

Programming For Secondary Alternator OR Regulator Temperature Sensor

The regulator allows the user to select between the use or a second battery temperature sensor, or a second alternator 

temperature sensor, depending on the application and preference. To adjust the regulator for secondary sensor type:
1.  TOUCH / HOLD when entry into the temperature sensor selector is indicated by the Ab2 display on the LED.
2.  The regulator display will indicate codes AL2 (for alt. temp. sensor #2) or b2 (for bat. temp. sensor #2). 
3.  RELEASE when the display indicates your desired temperature sensor type. The display will cycle to Ab2. You can 

re-activate to change your selection, or wait until the regulator cycles to the next programming mode.

4.  The display will cycle to dSP, indicating the selection mode for short (Sd) or long (Ld) regulator displays.

Programming For Short Or Long Display Mode

You can choose the amount of information displayed on the regulator. The information displayed on the short or long dis-

play is detailed on Page 8 of the manual. To adjust the regulator for short or long display:
1.  TOUCH / HOLD when entry into the short/long display selector is indicated by dSP on the regulator’s LED.
2.  The regulator display will indicate codes Sd (for short display) or Ld (for long display). 
3.  RELEASE when the display indicates your desired display mode. The display will cycle to dSP. You can re-activate to 

change your selection, or wait until the regulator cycles to the next programming mode.

INDICATES ENTRY INTO BELT 

LOAD MANAGER MODE
INDICATES BLM SETTING #0. NO 

FIELD REDUCTION.
INDICATES BLM SETTING #1. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 7%.
INDICATES BLM SETTING #2. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 14%.

INDICATES BLM SETTING #3. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 21%.
INDICATES BLM SETTING #4. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 28%.
INDICATES BLM SETTING #5. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 35%.

INDICATES BLM SETTING #6. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 42%.
INDICATES BLM SETTING #7. 

FIELD REDUCTION APPROX. 49%.
INDICATES ENTRY INTO PRO-

GRAM FOR 2ND POSITION TEMP 

SENSING.

INDICATES ENTRY INTO ALT/BAT 

#2 SELECTOR MODE
INDICATES SELECTION MODE 

FOR 2ND ALTERNATOR SENSE

INDICATES SELECTION MODE 

FOR 2ND BATTERY SENSE MODE
INDICATES ENTRY INTO SHORT 

OR LONG DISPLAY MODE

INDICATES ENTRY INTO SHORT 

OR LONG DISPLAY MODE
INDICATES SELECTION MODE 

FOR LONG DISPLAY

INDICATES SELECTION MODE 

FOR SHORT DISPLAY
INDICATES END OF BASIC 

DISPLAY MODE

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Summary of Contents for MAX CHARGE MC-612-DUAL

Page 1: ...ternators are being used to charge the same large battery bank The MC 612 DUAL provides two field output connectors two power input connectors and two system ground connections making it pos sible to...

Page 2: ...rom inverters transmitters and other sources of RF noise convenient access and readability of the display The regulator wiring harness is 54 inches long providing a three to four foot radius for mount...

Page 3: ...BATTERY Temperature Sensor MC TS A Sensor lug connects to negative battery post enabling regula tor to monitor and respond to battery temperature condition USE CARE TO ENSURE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE WI...

Page 4: ...switch or to the wire in the existing engine wiring loom that delivers switched voltage from the ignition switch In some cases an oil pressure switch may be used to activate the regulator In either ca...

Page 5: ...e 1 4 spade terminal from the terminal 12 pin Crimp the spade terminal to the sense wire and reconnect the spade to the 12 terminal pin Data TX and RX Terminals 13 and 14 Are currently for factory use...

Page 6: ...gramming features Included with the regulator is a small screwdriver that doubles as the regulator s programming tool A small magnet embedded in the tip of the screwdriver s handle allows the user to...

Page 7: ...ds the bulk charge time by an additional six minutes and compares real time to target values This will re occur until all values are met 5 Ramps down to Absorption voltage 6 Absorption Charge Regulato...

Page 8: ...code Indicates temperature setpoint for ambient alternator and battery temperatures Followed by degrees celsius Indicates in millivolts the voltage value used to control voltage compensation for batt...

Page 9: ...AgL Optima OPS as well as a factory default program UFP and a program for systems with voltage sensitive halogen equipment HAL Programming can be accomplished whenever the regulator is activated Syste...

Page 10: ...16 and 17 Programming For Secondary Alternator OR Regulator Temperature Sensor The regulator allows the user to select between the use or a second battery temperature sensor or a second alternator tem...

Page 11: ...ues for that mode will begin to scroll in the opposite direction Continue to HOLD until the desired value is displayed 4 REMOVE the magnet from the RED dot The mode indicator will be displayed again f...

Page 12: ...indicated Field Threshold Bulk To Absorption Controls the criteria the regulator uses to determine how hard the alternator has to be working to stay in calculated bulk charging mode Factory set at 67...

Page 13: ...at s capable of providing a signal to a user supplied and installed audible or visual alert to indicate the following while the regulator is in operation Small Engine Mode is activated Regulator is at...

Page 14: ...tery Sense wire and there is zero or an unexpected voltage reading at the BLUE wire contact our technical support staff at 360 435 6100 or e mail us at balmar balmar net If all voltages at the regulat...

Page 15: ...tery side of the isolator if an isolator is in use Use a SHIELDED alligator clip for post attachment Unintentional contact between the alligator clip and the alternator case could result in damage to...

Page 16: ...eplacement In order to expedite warranty claims more efficiently BALMAR asks that prior to returning a defective product for repair you call their customer service department for a warranty return aut...

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