TBC OPR 071019
2-1
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
2.1
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
This instrument has been thoroughly inspected and tested prior to packing and is ready for
operation. After unpacking, inspect for shipping damage before attempting to operate. Perform
the preliminary inspection as outlined in the following paragraph. If any indication of damage is
found, file an immediate claim with the responsible transport service.
2.2
TERMINATIONS, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
a.
Front Panel:
See Table 2-1 for a description of front panel controls and indicators.
Refer to Figure 2-1 for all models except TBC 24-120M and TBC 48-60M. Refer to Fig-
ure 2-2 for TBC 24-120M and TBC 48-60M.
TABLE 2-1. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
FIG. 2-1
OR FIG. 2-2
INDEX NO.
NAME
FUNCTION
1
POWER ON/OFF
circuit breaker
Main AC input power circuit breaker.
2
VOLTS,
LCD display (2)
3-1/2 digit LCD meter for reading voltage.
3
AMPS
LCD display
3-1/2 digit LCD meter for reading current.
4
EQUALIZE TIME
timer
0.1 to 99.9 hour timer that can be set to establish the duration of the Equalize
cycle.
5
START
switch
Pressing START button starts the EQUALIZE TIME timer as the Equalize mode
begins.
6
RESET
switch
Pressing RESET button resets the EQUALIZE TIME timer as the TBC returns to
the Float mode.
7
CHARGING STOPPED
indicator
Red LED to indicate that the TBC has stopped charging.
8
EQUALIZE
adjustment control
Screwdriver adjustment of equalize voltage.
9
EQUALIZE
indicator
Amber LED that flashes when the TBC is in the Equalize mode (high rate of
charging).
10
VOLTAGE ADJUST
lock
A sliding plate behind the panel allows access to the Float and Equalize voltage
controls. For precise settings of these controls refer to the battery's manufacturer.
11
FLOAT
adjustment control
Screwdriver adjustment of float voltage.
12
FLOAT
indicator
Green LED to indicate when the TBC is in the Float mode (slow rate of charging).
13
POWER ON
indicator
Green LED power on indicator.
14
POWER ON/OFF
Locking Plate
Prevents accidental shutoff of TBC. See PAR. ?? for details.
