The Chargetronic 6/12, Chargetronic 12 and Chargetronic 12/24.V2 are battery chargers with 230 volt AC input and electronically monitored outputs. The Chargetronic
6/12 is switchable between 6 & 12 volts and Chargetronic 12/24.V2 is switchable between 12 & 24 volts. The units are intended for charging free-electrolyte lead-acid
batteries as used in motor vehicles (petrol and diesel), motorcycles and boats.
,
WARNING!
To prevent the risk of sparking, short circuit and possible explosion
Do noT
drop metal tools in the battery area, or allow them to touch the battery terminals.
DO NOT
allow power clamps to touch each other or to make contact with any metallic part of the vehicle.
DO NOT
cross connect power leads from charger to battery. Ensure positive (+/RED) is to positive and negative (-/BLACK) is to negative. If symbols cannot be
distinguished, remember that the negative terminal is the one directly connected to the vehicle bodywork.
DO NOT
pull the cables or clamps from the battery terminals.
DO NOT
use the charger outdoors, or in damp, or wet locations and
DO NOT
operate within the vicinity of flammable liquids or gases.
DO NOT
use charger inside vehicle or inside engine compartment.
Ensure there is effective ventilation to prevent a build-up of explosive gases, and do not cover or obstruct charger ventilation louvres.
DO NOT
use the charger for a task for which it is not designed.
WARNING!
Do noT
simultaneously charge batteries of different capacities or discharge levels.
WARNING!
If a fuse blows, ensure it is replaced with an identical fuse type and rating. Use only Sealey genuine parts.
When not in use, store the charger carefully in a safe, dry, childproof location.
3. OPERATION
Red LED : Danger ! Polarity reversed .
Clamps have been incorrectly connected to battery - disconnect charger from mains supply and
reconnect red clamp to positive battery terminal, black clamp to negative terminal.
Yellow LED :
Battery is being charged but the charging is not complete.
Green LED
(Upper)
:
Battery is fully charged - disconnect charger from mains supply and
then
from battery.
Green LED
(Lower)
:
Charger is connected to mains supply.
2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS
Chargetronic 6/12
Chargetronic 12
Chargetronic 12/24.V2
Supply voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230V.AC.1ph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230V.AC.1ph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230V.AC.1ph
Supply power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50W max . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90W max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100W max.
Output voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/12V DC. switchable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12V.DC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/24V DC. switchable
Charge current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A max. @ 6V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4A max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4A max. @ 12V
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3A max. @ 12V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3A max. @ 24V
External fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15A
WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply the safety and operational instructions before connecting the charger power clamps to the
battery. Only when you are sure that you understand the procedures is it safe to proceed with the actual charging process.
3.1.
Status indicators:
The four LEDs on the charger front panel indicate the following status conditions:
3.2.
Output voltage switch - ( Not Chargetronic 12).
Chargetronic 6/12.
A rocker switch on the front panel allows selection of either 6 or 12 volt output to suit the battery which is to be charged.
Chargetronic 12/24.
A rocker switch on the front panel allows selection of either 12 or 24 volt output to suit the battery which is to be charged.
The selection should be made prior to connecting the clamps to the battery.
3.3.
Output fuse.
The output fuse is located on the front panel and a spare fuse is clipped into the rear of the charger.
3.4.
Battery charging.
3.4.1. Establish the battery voltage (noting that two 12V batteries in series will require a 24V charge).
3.4.2. Select appropriate output voltage - Chargetronic 6/12 & Chargetronic 12/24.V2 only.
3.4.3. Remove battery caps, if possible.
3.4.4. Connect power clamps to the battery terminals, ensuring correct polarity.
3.4.5. Connect charger to mains power supply, switch on and ensure lower green LED is illuminated. Confirm that red LED is not illuminated, indicating correct
connections, and that yellow LED is illuminated, indicating that battery is being charged.
3.4.6. When upper green LED illuminates, indicating that battery is fully charged, disconnect charger from the mains supply and only then remove clamps from
the battery terminals.
3.4.7. Carefully wipe any spillage of acid from the battery top and replace battery caps, if removed.
3.4.8
CHARGING VERY FLAT BATTERIES.
For a very flat battery, disconnect the battery from the vehicle and allow it to rest for 30 minutes before
attempting to recharge. Remember to provide a back up supply for the vehicle when doing this in order to prevent damage to on-board
electronics. Check Sealey Model VS207 (Memory S aver) for this function.
3.4.9
BYPASS BUTTON. (Chargetronic 6/12 only)
On the Chargetronic 6/12 a bypass button is provided to aid in the charging of severely depleted batteries.
If the battery has a voltage of less than 70% of its rated value charging will not take place and the YELLOW LED will remain OFF.
In these circumstances press the bypass button for several seconds then release it.
If the YELLOW LED remains on this will indicated that controlled charging has been restored.
If after holding the button in the bypass position for several minutes the YELLOW LED goes off this indicates that the battery cannot be charged.
WARNING! Never lock the button in the bypass position as this could damage the battery and the battery charger.
3.5
Overload Protection.
Fuse protection is provided for the following conditions:
3.5.1
OVERLOADS: ( Too much current supplied to the battery.)
3.5.2
SHORT CIRCUIT: ( Inadvertent contact between the two charging clamps.)
3.5.3
POLARITY REVERSAL: ( Reversed connections to battery.)
3.5.4
Replacing the external fuse.
Before replacing the fuse the charger must be disconnected from the mains supply. The fuse must be replaced with one of
the same type and value as previously fitted. Never substitute a fuse of a different type or value or attempt to bridge the fuse mounting as serious
damage could result to persons and the charger.
3.6
Internal fuse protection.
An internal fuse is also fitted. Should this fuse fail the unit should be returned to your local service agent.
noTE:
It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT:
No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY:
Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
INFORMATION:
For a copy of our latest catalogue and promotions call us on 01284 757525 and leave your full name and address, including postcode.
01284 757500
01284 703534
Sole UK Distributor, Sealey Group,
Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park
,
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk,
IP32 7AR
www.sealey.co.uk
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Original Language Version
CHARGETRONIC6/12, 12, 12/24 Issue: 2 - 05/03/10
