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5.3 

Troubleshooting Chart 

         Isolate from all power sources prior to performing any interior verifications or part replacements. 

 

Symptom

 

Possible Cause 

Action 


 

 
AC Protection Opens 

Immediately 
(High Input Current) 

Incorrect AC Input Voltage 

Measure AC voltage and verify against 
charger nameplate. 

AC Input Taps on Power Transformer are 

Incorrectly Set 

Verify tap settings using charger schematic 

or input table found on charger. 

Incorrect, Damaged, or Loose Cable/Harness 
Connections 

Visually inspect and verify all internal 
wiring using charger schematic. 

DC Output Too High 

Refer to Symptom 6. 

Defective Diode Heat Sink Assembly 

Refer to Appendix E. 


 

 
 

DC Protection Opens 
Immediately 

(High Output Current) 

Incorrect Battery Connected 

Measure battery voltage and verify against 
charger nameplate. 

Reverse Polarity 

Confirm polarity of DC cables with 

voltmeter. 

Incorrect, Damaged, or Loose Cable/Harness 
Connections 

Visually inspect and verify all internal 
wiring using charger schematic. 

Shorted Output Cables 

Inspect DC cables for shorts 

Shorted Battery Cells or Customer Equipment 

Remove all loads and batteries from 
charger and confirm charger functionality. 


 

No Display and No LEDs 
(If Applicable) 

No AC Voltage Applied to Charger 

Measure and confirm input voltage. 

Charger AC protection is open 

Refer to Symptom 1. 

Incorrect, Damaged or Loose Cable/Harness 

Connections 

Visually inspect and verify all internal 

wiring using charger schematic. 

Defective LEDs/Display Card  

Contact La Marche Service Department for 
further troubleshooting instructions. 

 
 

 
 

 
 

Meter Reading Incorrect  
Voltage or Current 

 

Incorrect, Damaged or Loose Cable/Harness 

Connections 

Visually inspect and verify all internal 

wiring using charger schematic. 

Defective Analog Voltmeter  
(if applicable) 

Measure DC voltage across the voltmeter 
and verify meter is displaying correct 

voltage.   

Defective Analog Ammeter  
(if applicable) 

Measure current output with clamp 
ammeter. Verify meter is displaying correct 

current.  

Incorrect Display Calibration on Display Card  

(if applicable) 

Measure output voltage and current; 
compare to display readings. Refer to 

“Display Calibration” section of the 

corresponding option manual. 

Incorrect Software Settings on Display Card  

(if applicable) 

Contact La Marche Service Department for 

further troubleshooting instructions. 

Defective Shunt (if applicable) 
Defective Control Card   


 

 
Low Output Voltage  

or Current 
 
 

 
 

No AC Input Voltage Applied to Charger 

Measure and confirm input voltage. 

Incorrect Battery Connected 

Measure battery voltage and verify against 
charger nameplate. 

Incorrect, Damaged or Loose Cable/Harness 

Connections 

Visually inspect and verify all internal 

wiring using charger schematic. 

Incorrect Float/Equalize Voltage Settings 

Refer to Section 5 for output adjustment 
instructions. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for A46 Series

Page 1: ...rchemfg com 106 Bradrock Dr Des Plaines IL 60018 1967 CPN 40533 Instruction Drawing Number P25 LA46 2 Tel 847 299 1188 Fax 847 299 3061 Revision A10 Rev Date 01 23 ECN 23316 Installation and Operation...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...eplate Do not use this charger for any purpose not described in the operation manual Mechanical Safety This charger or parts of the charger may get very hot during normal operation use care when worki...

Page 4: ...er sent back for evaluation and repair CAUTION Failure to properly file a claim for shipping damages or provide a copy of the claim to La Marche may void warranty service for any physical damages repo...

Page 5: ...A46 Startup 12 3 2 Checking the Installation 12 3 3 Charging Modes 14 3 4 Output Voltage Adjustments 14 3 4 1 A46 Output Voltage Adjustments 14 3 4 2 A46F Output Voltage Adjustments 14 3 5 Power Fail...

Page 6: ...9 Figure 6 A46 A46F Enclosure Footprint 100 Figure 7 Output Adjustment 15 Figure 8 Power Failure Contacts 16 Figure 9 Power Failure Example Connections Customer Provided Equipment 166 Table 1 Case Typ...

Page 7: ...arge the battery on a taper curve from its current limiting capacity to full charge The A46F model is the filtered version of the A46 model The A46F can be used with the following types of batteries s...

Page 8: ...A46 1 Case 1 Case 2 Case 2 Case 28 lbs 30 lbs 56 lbs 66 lbs 12 7 kg 13 6 kg 25 4 kg 29 9 kg A46F 2 Case 2 Case 7 Case 3 Case 39 lbs 41 lbs 68 lbs 91 lbs 17 8 kg 18 7 kg 31 0 kg 41 4 kg 24 VDC A46 1 C...

Page 9: ...e air must be maintained on the top bottom left and right side for cooling air Maintain 36 inches 914 mm or more of clearance at the front of the charger in order to allow for operation and maintenanc...

Page 10: ...t specifications Secure the charger on bolts add appropriate mounting hardware and tighten securely Refer to Table 2 for hardware specifications and the figures below for mounting dimensions NOTE All...

Page 11: ...9 Figure 5 Enclosure No 7 Bolt Pattern Case Mtg W X Y 4 19 RR 18 000 19 000 18 250 4 23 23 RR 23 000 22 250 Figure 3 Enclosure No 3 Bolt Pattern Figure 4 Enclosure No 4 Bolt Pattern...

Page 12: ...ger on the anchor bolts add appropriate mounting hardware onto the floor mounting anchor bolts and tighten securely Refer to Figure 6 for hardware specifications and floor mounting dimensions All dime...

Page 13: ...ed in the table are rated at 90 C or 194 F NOTE These are recommended sizes per La Marche Standards The National Electrical Code NEC and Local Wiring Codes must be followed AC Connection Procedure Fir...

Page 14: ...equipment is shipped from the factory fully inspected and adjusted to manufacturer defined default values based on the model number Do not make any adjustments unless the equipment has been energized...

Page 15: ...attery connections should be done in the following order 1 Make sure that the incoming voltage to the charger is turned off 2 Make sure the battery disconnect breaker is open 3 Connect the battery cab...

Page 16: ...ands is provided for adjusting the float and equalize voltages Adjustments can be carefully made with the charger energized until the desired voltage is achieved refer to descriptions below for charge...

Page 17: ...15 Figure 7 Output Adjustment NOTE When attempting to adjust the necessary voltage loosen the screw on the appropriate slider so it may slide freely without damaging the resistor s threads...

Page 18: ...is present by using a voltmeter at all input and output terminals If it is desired that the annunciator be active until the Power Failure alarm triggers connect the annunciator power leads to the NO a...

Page 19: ...verify that the charger in question will have the necessary output range If alarm accessories are installed alarm thresholds will also need to be changed to the desired battery type defaults refer to...

Page 20: ...er routine checks and adjustments are recommended to ensure optimum system performance Yearly 1 Confirm air vents are open Remove dust and debris from interior of charger 2 Verify all connections are...

Page 21: ...nary checks above use the troubleshooting chart on section 5 3 as a guideline NOTE If the problem is found to be located in the printed circuit boards the board should be replaced No attempt should be...

Page 22: ...open Refer to Symptom 1 Incorrect Damaged or Loose Cable Harness Connections Visually inspect and verify all internal wiring using charger schematic Defective LEDs Display Card Contact La Marche Serv...

Page 23: ...Incorrect Damaged or Loose Cable Harness Connections Visually inspect and verify all internal wiring using charger schematic Incorrect Battery Connected Measure battery voltage and verify against char...

Page 24: ...ive devices ENVIRONMENTAL Audible Noise Less than 65dBA at any point 5 feet from any vertical surface Operating Temperature 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C Storage Temperature 40 to 185 F 40 to 85 C Relative Hu...

Page 25: ...1 5 5 0 1 38 7 23 10 24V 10 20A 5 0 12 0 2 9 6 0 2 5 6 0 2 62 7 34 20 24V 20 35A 10 0 17 5 5 8 12 0 5 0 12 0 2 73 7 39 30 24V 30 50A 15 0 30 0 8 7 15 0 7 5 15 0 7 108 3 58 40 24V 40 70A 20 1 35 0 11 6...

Page 26: ...5 0 2 9 2 5 372 260 112 381 20 24V 20 10 0 5 8 5 0 744 521 223 762 30 24V 30 15 0 8 7 7 5 1116 781 335 1143 40 24V 40 20 1 11 6 10 0 1488 1042 446 1524 50 24V 50 25 1 14 5 12 5 6 3 1860 1302 558 1905...

Page 27: ...uminum Calculating Wire Size Requirements AVD K LF A CMA Table 5 Wire Size Area Table Calculating Current Carrying Capacity of Wire K LF AVD CMA MaxAmp EXAMPLE If the charger being used has a max ampe...

Page 28: ...diode only one end of the diode must be disconnected 2 Clip one lead of the ohmmeter to the nipple or pigtail lead of the diode Clip the other ohmmeter lead to the aluminum heat sink 3 Note the ohmmet...

Page 29: ...ment Control and Revision History Part Number 40533 Instruction Number P25 LA46 2 Issue ECN 12036 6 98 23316 01 23 21360 2 17 17650 11 07 15349 01 5 02 18985 4 11 16842 7 05 14575 2 01 17832 4 08 1576...

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