WARNING!
Ensure you have read and understood the safety instructions and operational instructions before connecting starter/charger
power clamps to the battery. Only when you are sure that you understand the charging modes and procedures is it safe to proceed with the
actual charging process. Each button has up to five associated options which can be selected by repeatedly pressing the button to cycle
through the alternatives. Each option has an associated lED which lights up when that option is operative.
3.1
SELECTING BATTERY TYPE, fig.1-1.
GEL/AGM:
.......... lead acid battery with solid electrolyte.
The battery threshold is automatically modified with each selection.
WET:
.................. lead acid battery with liquid electrolyte.
3.2
SELECTING THE BATTERY VOLTAGE, fig.1-2.
The available voltages are as follows:
6V
(3 elements),
12V
(6 elements),
24V
(12 elements).
3.3
SELECTING THE OPERATING MODE, fig.1-3.
3.3.1
TEST MODE:
This mode has the following options.
3.3.2 Check the actual voltage and condition of the battery.
3.3.3 Enter the settings for the battery voltage and type.
3.3.4 Check errors. If there is an error in the connection or settings the display will flash the message ‘Err’ until the problem has been resolved.
3.3.5
CHARGE MODE:
In this mode the battery or batteries can be charged at a constant current (depending on the settings made) and in
relation to the battery capacity. Charging current should be no more than one tenth of the Ah rating (e.g. 60Ah battery - max. charge current 6A).
If the battery is particularly low, the charger limits the charge current until the battery reaches the safety voltage of 1.5 volts per element.
In these circumstances the display will show the fixed current value alternating with ‘lCC’ (limit charging current). The ‘lCC’ function
can be switched off if required. See 5.9 SAFEGUARDS. When the battery has reached a set voltage level towards the end of charging
this value will be maintained until the set charging time has passed.
3.4
TRONIC MODE:
In this mode the battery or batteries are charged automatically with preset voltage thresholds.
3.5
START MODE:
In this mode an engine can be started using a cycle of ‘4 seconds ON’ and ‘40 seconds OFF’.
3.6
STANDBY MODE:
fig.1-4.
The standby function gives a stabilised output power supply of 12VDC-1.5A which can be used to maintain
the vehicles essential electronic functions when the battery is disconnected. When the plug of the standby connector is inserted into the
vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket the standby lED will illuminate automatically. This function is automatically enabled by, and can
be used in conjunction with, ‘Charge mode’.
MODEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ELECTROSTART300.V2
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230V - 1ph
Absorbed Power (Charge/Starting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1/7kW
Charging Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12-24V
Starting Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-24V
Effective Charge Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50A
Rated Current (EN60335-2-29) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30A
Starting Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230A
Rated Current (EN60335-2-29) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210A
Rated Reference Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-450Ah
Charge Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Continuously Variable
Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390 x 260 x 230mm
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.3kg
MODEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ELECTROSTART500.V3
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230V - 1ph
Absorbed Power (Charge/Starting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5/9.5kW
Charging Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12-24V
Starting Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-24V
Effective Charge Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75A
Rated Current (EN60335-2-29) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40A
Starting Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400A
Rated Current (EN60335-2-29) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300A
Rated Reference Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-600Ah
Charge Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Continuously Variable
Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390 x 260 x 230mm
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20kg
2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION
Fully electronic, microprocessor controlled battery starter/charger designed to meet the requirements of modern battery technology. Powerful
and ‘intelligent’ charging and boost starting from heavy-duty transformers. Suitable for Gel, lead Acid, lead Calcium, Ni-Cad and Silver
Calcium batteries. Instant visual check of battery condition, charge current, voltage and charging rate on lED readout. Instant control of power
delivery prevents polarity reversal by cutting output power - no fuses to blow and no trips to reset. Stabilised charging current allows improved
charging efficiency and reduced charging times using Intellicharge circuitry. Fitted with standby feature - provides stabilised power to vehicle’s
electronic circuits through accessory socket enabling battery to be disconnected. Includes circuitry to provide surge and spike protection
during charging and starting thus preventing damage to vital systems such as ABS, air bag sensors, ignition and music systems. Turbo-Fan
cooled, heavy-duty transformer. Suitable for a wide range of vehicles. Wipe-clean touch-sensitive control panel.
Ensure the charger is switched off and disconnected from the mains power supply before attaching the power clamps to the battery.
Check the “OFF” lED to ensure the charger is “OFF” before handling the power cables.
Keep tools and other items away from the engine and ensure that you can see the battery and working parts of the engine clearly.
WARNING!
For nickel-cadmium batteries, ensure you understand the element numbers before charging.
If the battery has removable caps to access the battery fluid, remove the caps and check the fluid level before connecting the power leads.
If necessary top-up the battery with distilled water by referring to the battery manufacturer’s instructions, (
apply the personal safety
precautions described in para. 1.2.)
.
DO NOT dis-assemble the starter/charger for any reason. It must be checked by qualified service personnel only.
The cables may become hot with excessive use. If so, allow a few minutes for them to cool down before attempting to re-use.
If the starter/charger receives a sharp knock or blow, the unit must be checked by a qualified service agent before using.
When not in use, store the starter/charger carefully in a safe, dry, childproof location.
Ensure the voltage on the charger is set to the same voltage as the battery.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
DO NOT try to charge a non-rechargeable battery.
DO NOT try to start with a frozen battery. Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery.
WARNING!
DO NOT allow metal tools to touch both battery terminals at the same time. The
resulting spark or short circuit may cause an explosion.
DO NOT pull the cables or clamps from the battery terminals.
DO NOT use this product to perform a task for which it is not designed.
WARNING!
DO NOT simultaneously charge different types of batteries (i.e. traditional, gel or Ni-Cd).
WARNING!
If a fuse blows, ensure that it is replaced with one of identical type and rating.
If the battery terminals are corroded or dirty, clean them before attaching the starter/charger clamps.
DO NOT use the starter/charger outdoors, or in damp, or wet locations, and DO NOT operate within the vicinity of flammable liquids or
gases.
DO NOT situate charger inside a vehicle or under the vehicle bonnet. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and do not cover or obstruct
the starter/charger ventilation louvres.
DO NOT allow clamps to touch each other or to make accidental contact with any part of the vehicle.
DO NOT cross-connect power leads from starter/charger to the battery. Ensure positive (+ RED) is to positive and negative (- BlACK) is
to negative. If symbols cannot be distinguished, remember that the negative terminal is normally the one directly connected to the vehicle
bodywork.
3. CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION
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