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BC BATTERY CONTROLLER LITHIUM 7000
Thank you for buying the new professional battery charger BC LITHIUM 7000, fully automatic and featuring a 7-cycles charging technology. BC LITHIUM 7000 is compatible
with all 12V LiFePO4 batteries and it is provided with special charging program, called POLAR MODE, developed for charging LiFePO4 batteries with low ambient
temperatures. Moreover, BC LITHIUM 7000 executes a complete test procedure, analysing the battery and the vehicle's charging system. The device is controlled by a
microprocessor which is in charge of monitoring in real time the current status of your battery and executing autonomously the 7 following charging cycles.
CHARGING ALGORITHM - BC LITHIUM 7000
Phase 1 - Initialization
: the device verifies the battery conditions
and an integrated sensor measures the ambient temperature: at low
temperatures (< 5°C) the charging current is limited and the POLAR
MODE is automatically activated.
Phase 2 - Recovery
: if the battery is deep discharged, the device
tries to recover it, taking it back to a higher voltage, necessary for
the execution of the following step.
Phase 3 - Soft Charge
: if the battery is in a condition of significant
undercharge, the device provides a light pulsing current to the
battery, to overcome this critical phase.
Phase 4 - Bulk Charge
: during this phase, the device provides full
current to the battery, recovering about 85-90% of the battery
capacity.
Phase 5 - Equalization / Absorption
: during this phase the device recovers the remaining 15-20% of the battery capacity, and the state of charge of the different battery
cells is rebalanced.
Phase 6 - Battery Analysis
: the device stops providing current to the battery for a short time, in order to verify whether the battery is able to retain the charge received
during the previous phases. This test is periodically repeated during the maintenance.
Phase 7 - Maintenance
: the device keeps your battery in the best charge conditions for very long periods (even months) during which your vehicle is left unused, without
any possible drawback (battery overcharge/overheating...).
BC LITHIUM 7000 - FEATURES
- LCD display with blue backlight for an easy vision (even in the distance at night), which shows:
the charging cycle executed (Charge, Desulfation, Maintenance...), the battery voltage (Digital
Voltmeter) and any occurring problems (polarity inversion, short circuit, battery not
connected...). For further information, please refer to "Battery Charging Working Mode" section.
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Integrated temperature sensor to measure the ambient temperature: in case a low temperature is detected (< 5°C), the POLAR MODE is activated (Yellow LED on)
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- Real time monitoring of the main battery parameters during every charging cycle.
- Battery Overcharge Protection, which triggers in case the microprocessor detects a voltage level higher than a given fixed threshold.
- Automatic and user-friendly test procedure. The device executes autonomously and sequentially the following tests:
1. Battery Voltage at rest;
2. Battery Cranking Power while cranking the engine;
3. Alternator/Regulator Test.
Upon conclusion of every cycle, the device switches automatically to the next one, without any external intervention:
BC LITHIUM 7000 CAN BE LEFT ALWAYS CONNECTED
TO THE BATTERY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS LEFT UNUSED
.
The device belongs to BC Battery Controller family of battery chargers, distributed by the best battery/car/motorbike dealers. All the products BC Battery Controller have
been designed, manufactured and tested according to the current norms in force in the European Union in order to comply with all the requirements for electronic
equipments (i.e. device safety, electromagnetic compatibility). Please read carefully this manual and follow all its recommendations before using and installing the device.
DIRECTIONS
This device has to be used according to the working conditions it has been
designed for. Any other use is to be considered either dangerous or improper.
The device is suitable for charging LiFePO4 batteries. Do not use the device for
NiCd, NiMH, other types of lithium batteries or non-rechargeable batteries. The
manufacturer is completely exonerated from whatever responsibility for
possible damages due to either wrong or improper use of the device. It is
important to remember that the following basic usage principles have to be
considered whenever using the device:
- Do not touch the device with wet hands (or wet feet).
- Do not touch the device barefoot.
- Do not expose the device to the atmospheric agents (rain, water, saltiness...).
Please verify that the input and output cables are in good conditions before
using the device. If the input cable is damaged, do not use the device: ask the
manufacturer or an authorized service agent for repair or replacement.
Before executing any cleaning/maintenance operation on the device, please
check the device is not connected to the power outlet. In case the device does
not work properly, do not attempt to repair it; please ask either your local
dealer or the equipment manufacturer ([email protected]) for support.
Any attempt to open unduly the device shall cause the withdrawal of the
warranty.
CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE
1. BC LITHIUM 7000 battery charger, with supply cable and battery connection
cable directly coming out of the battery charger, consisting of two high
insulation grade red and black wires (length: 2 meters).
2. Waterproof battery connector with eyelets, to be connected to the b saver cap.
3. Optional accessories may be included according to the selected kit: battery connector with clamps and/or universal cigar socket adapter for both standard (diam. 18
mm) and German (DIN. 4165 - diam. 12 mm) cigar sockets.
4. Copy of this manual.
BATTERY TYPES
The battery charger BC LITHIUM 7000 is specifically designed for the maintenance of all 12V LiFePO4 batteries currently available on the market), thanks to the charging
algorithm executed. Please refer to the "Technical Data" for indications about the battery capacity range to which your battery charger is addressed.
BATTERY CONNECTOR WITH EYELETS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
When charging a battery in a vehicle, it is advisable to install the battery connector with eyelets, which allows to perform the following procedure just once. The user is
kindly requested to execute the installation with maximum care (see "Directions" and "Safety" sections). If necessary, please entrust qualified personnel with the execution
of the steps reported here below:
- Connect the eyelets to the battery: the black wire shall be connected to the (-) negative battery terminal, the red wire to the (+) positive battery terminal.
- Fix the connector in a stable and easy-to-reach place on board (for example, under the saddle).
BATTERY CONNECTOR WITH CLAMPS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
If the battery is out of the vehicle, just connect the black clamp to the (-) negative battery terminal and the red clamp to the (+) positive battery terminal. If charging the
battery in a vehicle, connect first to the battery terminal not connected to the chassis (usually the positive one, red clamp to the + battery pole), and then connect the
other clamp to the chassis, far from the battery and the fuel line. After using the device, disconnect in reverse sequence.
CHARGING ALGORITHM
SAFETY
BC LITHIUM 7000 is not intended for use by children or persons with reduced
physical, mental or sensory capabilities, or lack of enough experience and
knowledge to understand the instructions on this manual, except in the presence
of a responsible person who can ensure the safe use of the device. Keep out of
reach of children and ensure that they can not play with it. The device is
designed and manufactured in accordance with the norms and regulations in
force in the E.U. and provided with the following set of active guard mechanisms:
1. Protection from battery polarity inversion.
2. Protection from output lines short circuit (even for an indefinite time).
3. Over-temperature protection: the current supplied to the battery gets limited
in case of device overheating.
In order to prevent any accident, please respect the following guidelines:
1. Always wear protective goggles when operating in proximity of the battery.
2. Do not try to recharge a frozen battery.
3. During the charge of a battery, avoid generating flames or sparks in its
proximity since it might produce explosive gases. If the battery is out of the
vehicle, place it in a well ventilated area.
4. Do not put the battery charger device on top of the battery during its charge.
5. Batteries contain a corrosive electrolyte. In case the battery electrolyte gets in
touch either with your skin or with your eyes, rinse them immediately and
abundantly with fresh water and ask for a doctor.
6.
The device is only suitable for LiFePO4 batteries, do not try to recharge
other types of lithium batteries!
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BC LITHIUM 7000 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE - BATTERY CHARGING
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Connect the device to the power outlet. Please note that connecting the device first to the battery and not to the power outlet, the Testing Working Mode gets activated
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- The LCD Display turns on, showing the message: "Error: Battery not connected".
- Remove the connector saver cap from the cable with eyelets and connect the battery charger to the cable. Otherwise, connect the battery charger to the battery through
the insulated clamps (see previous section) or the cigar socket adapter.
- After a few seconds, the LCD display will show the charging cycle under execution as well as the battery voltage.
BC LITHIUM 7000 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE - BATTERY TESTING
- Connect the device to the battery and not to the power outlet.
- The LCD Display will show the scrolling message "BC TESTER". Follow the instructions to proceed with the test.
BATTERY CHARGER DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE
Please follow the following steps to disconnect the battery charger from the battery:
- Disconnect the battery charger from the power outlet.
- Disconnect the battery charger from the the cable with eyelets and put the saver cap on the connector. Otherwise, disconnect the clamps from the battery or the cigar
socket adapter from the cigar socket.
- Put the battery charger back in its box to minimise its exposure to atmospheric agents.
BATTERY CHARGING WORKING MODE
In case of normal working conditions, the display shows the following messages:
- Charging Cycle: "Battery in... Recovery / S. Charge / Charge / Equaliz. / Verify / Mainten."
- Battery voltage (for example "13.5V“) and battery State of Charge.
- In case a low ambient temperature (< 5°C) is detected at the beginning of the charging procedure, the display indicates that the POLAR MODE is active.
For more details about the charging steps, please read the "Charging Algorithm" section.
Possible occurring anomalies are indicated by the device as follows:
- "Error: Power Input Missing".
- "Error: Battery not connected".
- "Error: Battery Inversion of Polarity" (polarity inversion or short circuit).
- "Battery with low Level of Charge": the Battery Analysis found that the battery can not retain the charge received; it may be necessary to substitute it.
In case of wrong installation or functioning, please disconnect the device following the procedure reported in the "Disconnection Procedure" section.
BATTERY TESTING WORKING MODE
After showing the message "BC TESTER" on the display, the test procedure will start. During the execution of the test the device will show all the instructions and results.
- Battery S.O.C. Test at rest:
the battery must be unused for 2 hours or more
. Test result: battery voltage and estimate of the battery State Of Charge.
- Battery Cranking Power Test:
the duration of the engine cranking has to be less than 1 second
. Test result: "Excellent / Good / Fair / Poor".
- Alternator/Regulator Test:
run the engine at about 2500 rpm during the 30 seconds following the engine cranking
. Test result: "Test successfully passed / Charge ok but
a bit weak / Charge weak: please check / Charge high: please check".
During the Cranking Power Test, if the battery voltage drops down too much, the device may reset. The battery may have not enough power: recharge it or substitute it.
ACCESSORIES
The default harness can be varied with a full set of accessories to allow a very quick connection to the battery. For any further information about this topic, please visit the
"Accessories" section on www.batterycontroller.co.uk web site or ask your local dealer.
MAINTENANCE
In order to ensure a regular functioning, it is suggested to periodically check the
correct and stable connection of the eyelets to the battery and to remove dust
and oil from the battery poles with a metallic brush. Please read the "Safety"
section before.
The device has been specifically designed to be maintenance-free. Please
remove possible dust which may get accumulated on the cover of the device
using a delicate detergent to avoid damaging the stickers. In case any item of
the kit does not work correctly, please contact either your local dealer or the
manufacturer asking for item repairing or substitution. Any attempt to open the
device shall imply the warranty becomes no longer valid.
WARRANTY
Forelettronica Srl provides a 36 months warranty to cover the device
malfunction or failure due to improper assembly/manufacturing or breakage of
any internal component. Parts, whose deterioration is because of the usage, are
not covered by the warranty. Any repairing right under manufacturer's warranty
decays in any of the following cases: improper use of the device; unduly
opening of the device; repairing performed by unauthorised personnel.
This warranty is limited to the original buyer of the device and it can not be
transferred to third parties. This warranty excludes implicit forms of warranty,
including possible damages due to the usage of the battery charger:
Forelettronica Srl is exonerated from any damage to either persons or goods
due to the usage of its products. The transportation expenses to return the
defective device, together with the Warranty Coupon reported here and the
supplier ticket, are to be paid by the purchaser.
STATEMENT OF CONFORMANCE
Forelettronica Srl declares under its responsibility that the battery chargers BC
Battery Controller fulfil all European norms and regulations.
Rules of reference: EN60335-1, EN60335-2-29, EN62233 (in accordance with
Directive LVD 2006/95/EC and subsequent amendments); EN55014-1,
EN55014-2, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3 (in accordance with Directive
2004/108/EC and subsequent amendments).
MANUFACTURER:
Forelettronica Srl
Via Meucci, 11 20080
Cisliano (MI) - ITALY
This warranty covers the device malfunction or failure due to improper
assembly/manufacturing or breakage of any internal component. Parts, whose
deterioration is because of the usage, are not covered by the warranty. This
warranty excludes implicit forms of warranty: Forelettronica Srl is exonerated
from any damage to either persons or goods due to the usage of its products.
Model:
Anomalies Description:
Attention! This coupon has to be returned together with the supplier ticket and
the device in its original packaging.
WARRANTY COUPON
TECHNICAL DATA
MODEL
Input Voltage
Output Voltage
Charging Current
Diagnostics
&
Safety
Charging
Algorithm
Battery Types
Battery
Capacity
Operating
Temperature
BC LITHIUM 7000
220÷240V ac, 50-60Hz
14.2V - nominal 12V
7.0 A max
Battery Poles Inversion
Short Circuit
Overheating
Automatic
7 cycles
12 V LiFePO4
3-100 Ah
from - 20°C to + 50°C
BATTERY
CONTROLLER
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