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vetus®
Battery chargers BC12151, BC12252, BC12352, BC12503, BC12803, BC24122, BC24253, BC24403
Always connect the plus (+) cable(s) first and the minus (-) cable
last .
5 .3 Diode splitter
The battery charger is provided with a diode splitter so that several
batteries can be charged separately from one another (except model
BC12151).
For separate charging of the batteries with the dynamo a separate
battery splitter can be installed. Use the Vetus voltage loss proof
battery splitter or ensure that the charging voltage of the dynamo
is compensated.
5 .4 Selecting charging voltage
Set the charging voltage of the battery charger for the type of lead /
acid battery to be charged. See Table 14.4 at page 38.
5 .5 Temperature sensor (BCTS)
If in tropical climates or due to other conditions the batteries become
very hot, it is advisable to adjust the charging type for these (high)
battery temperatures. This is possible with the temperature sensor,
optionally available from VETUS.
Refer to ‘14.12 Temperature sensor’ for connecting an optional tem-
perature sensor.
The 6 way RJ connector (TEMP/CN3) is provided for connecting the
temperature sensor.
Place the temperature sensor on the battery which will reach the
highest temperature.
5 .6 Remote control panel (BCRP)
Refer to ‘14.13 Remote control panel’ for connecting an optional re-
mote control panel.
The 6 way RJ connector (CN4) is provided for connecting the remote
panel.
5 .7 Connection to mains voltage
The battery charger is made for mains voltages of both 115 and 230
volts AC current.
It is advisable to earth the battery charger to comply with the CE
guidelines.
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Earthing 230 Volt electrical apparatus on board of a ship that is not
connected via a quayside connection with a quay socket protected
against earth leakage is only worthwhile, if an earth leakage protec-
tion or chassis insulation protection is present (floating mains).
Consult your installer for this.
Additionally the local regulations that can differ per country are of
importance and also their application can be important (often spe-
cial rules apply for professional shipping and in particular passenger
ships).
VETUS can not accept responsibility for use of the battery charger
contrary to the local regulations.
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Operation
After connecting the battery, charging starts automatically and the
‘STATUS’ LED shall light up to indicate this.
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Trouble shooting
LED display
Cause
Remedy
Red, slowly flashing
Battery under voltage or bat-
tery overload
Check the battery.
Switch the battery charger off and on again.
Defective battery
Replace the battery
Red, rapidly flashing
Overheating
Improve the ventilation of the battery charger or battery.
Make sure that no ventilation openings are covered.
If necessary, reduce the ambient temperature.
Red, permanently lit
Short circuit or reversed polar-
ity
Connect the battery charger with the correct polarity.
Rectify the short circuit.
Check if the fuse has blown and replace it if necessary.
Red, double flash
Fan fault
Check the fan for dirt or damage.
Red, slow, every 2 sec.
Fault at the starter battery
connection
Check the starter battery connection for a short circuit.
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