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Operating Instructions

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01806E

LESTRONIC II FULLY AUTOMATIC

BATTERY CHARGER

MODEL 20330-95

Specifications

AC Input:

108-128 Volts AC, 12 Amp, 60 Hertz, single-phase

DC Output:

48 Volts DC, 21 amps

Connections:

Input – 6 or 9 ft. AC input cord with NEMA 5-15 grounded plug
Output – 8½ ft. or longer output cord with polarized connector

PLEASE SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

For correct operation of the equipment, it is important to read and be familiar

with this entire manual before installing and operating the charger.

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL AFTER READING.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.  IT MEANS:

BECOME ALERT—YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.  

IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAN OCCUR.

Features

Patented DV/DT electronic timer monitors battery state-of-charge while charging and automatically turns charger off as
battery reaches full charge.

Compensates automatically for AC input line voltage variation by high reliability ferroresonant transformer design.  Supply
voltage var 10% from nominal, + 1% maximum battery charger voltage variation, decreasing to + ½% at finish rate
with constant electrolyte temperature.  No taps or rate controls to set.

Automatic decrease of charge rate for superior battery life through good equalization of cells and low water use rate.

Silicon diodes with inherent surge protection operated at a conservative percentage of their rating.

Convection-cooled design for maximum reliability and minimum maintenance.

INTRODUCTION

The Lestronic II automatic battery charger is
designed to recharge deep-cycle, lead-acid
batteries.  A ferroresonant transformer is used to
provide a highly reliable, line-compensating unit with
a minimum of moving parts, designed for long,
trouble-free service.  A patented electronic timer
urns the charger on and off automatically.  This
DV/DT electronic timer determines full charge of the
batteries by measuring the rate at which the battery

voltage increases during charge.  When the voltage
stops rising, the battery is fully charged and the
charger turns off.

INITIAL INSTALLATION

The AC line to which the charger is to be connected
must be capable of supplying 15 amperes to this
charger.

Summary of Contents for 20330-95

Page 1: ...resonant transformer design Supply voltage variation 10 from nominal 1 maximum battery charger voltage variation decreasing to at finish rate with constant electrolyte temperature No taps or rate controls to set Automatic decrease of charge rate for superior battery life through good equalization of cells and low water use rate Silicon diodes with inherent surge protection operated at a conservati...

Page 2: ...ock This charger is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding type plug This plug must be connected to an appropriate receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all local codes and ordinances WARNING IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK...

Page 3: ...arge rate will taper to less than 25 amperes within 30 minutes If the ammeter still reads more than 25 amperes after 30 minutes turn the charger off by disconnecting the power supply cord from its outlet CAUTION TO PREVENT BATTERY DAMAGE CHARGER OVERHEATING AND TRANSFORMER BURNOUT DO NOT ALLOW THE CHARGER TO OPERATE FOR MORE THAN 30 MINUTES WITH THE AMMETER READING IN EXCESS OF 25 AMPS THIS IS MIS...

Page 4: ...N CAUSE BODILY HARM DO NOT PUT WRENCHES OR OTHER METAL OBJECTS ACROSS THE BATTERY TERMINAL OR BATTERY TOP ARCING OR EXPLOSION OF THE BATTERY CAN RESULT 1 When installing new batteries be sure the polarity of each battery and overall battery pack is correct Due to the electrical characteristics of this charger it is possible to hook up one of the 6 volt batteries reverse polarity and not blow the f...

Page 5: ...efer to a qualified service agent for additional troubleshooting procedures 1 Charger does not turn on The DC plug must be disconnected and reconnected to start the charger after turn off Test for a live outlet by connecting a light or appliance to the same outlet 2 Charger fuse s blow The charger fuse assembly consists of a U shaped wire visible through a transparent cover and is mounted on the f...

Page 6: ...harger should be tested for a problem WIRING DIAGRAM PARTS LIST FOR LESTRONIC II CHARGER MODEL 20330 95 120 VAC 60 HZ PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION AM 128765 27991S 1 CASE ASSEMBLY MODEL 20330 AM 128769 29051S 1 TRANSFORMER ASSEMBLY 120 60 AM 128771 02390S 1 CAPACITOR 6 MFD 660 VAC 70C 600 VAC 90C AM 128767 16354S 1 HEATSINK ASSEMBLY W DIODES AM 128768 08776S 1 FUSE ASSEMBLY AM 128766 21461S 1 AMMETER 0...

Page 7: ...ory to the owner will be paid for by the owner All warranty work accomplished at the Lester factory will be completed with a reasonable time after receipt of defective items This warranty does not cover any semiconductor parts such as diodes which are vulnerable to electrical overloads beyond the control of Lester Warranty on parts not manufactured by Lester which include but are not limited to ti...

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