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altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable
environment;

b)

the product if it has been subjected to fire, water, generalized corrosion, biological
infestations, or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or
minimum limits listed in the Xantrex product specifications including high input voltage from
generators and lightning strikes;

c)

the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized service
centers (hereafter "ASCs");

d)

the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another
manufacturer;

e)

the product if its original identification (trade-mark, serial number) markings have been
defaced, altered, or removed.

Disclaimer
Product

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY
XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS, WHERE
PERMITTED BY LAW, IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS,
GUARANTEES, REPRESENTATIONS, OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT,
HOWEVER ARISING (WHETHER BY CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, PRINCIPLES OF
MANUFACTURER'S LIABILITY, OPERATION OF LAW, CONDUCT, STATEMENT OR
OTHERWISE), INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR
CONDITION OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO
APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD
STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS OR EXPENSES HOW-
EVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRIC-
TION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY,
ANY PERSONAL INJURY, ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT
OF MISUSE OR ABUSE, OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION, INTEGRATION OR
OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT.

Exclusions

If this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties.
To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law, to the extent permitted by
applicable law they are limited to the duration of this Limited Warranty. Some states and provinces
do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or on the duration of an implied
warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal
rights. You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province.

Warning: Limitations On Use

Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product. Specifically, please
note that the Xantrex Truecharge 10 is not intended for use in connection with life support systems
and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such
purposes.

Summary of Contents for Truecharge TC10

Page 1: ...TC10 Owner s Manual Xantrex Truecharge 10 Battery Charger TM...

Page 2: ...2...

Page 3: ...ry of Operation 7 Important Safety Instructions 10 Permanent Installation 13 Battery Charging Safety 15 Grounding and AC Power Cord Connection Instructions 16 Operating Instructions 17 Care and Mainte...

Page 4: ...R SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR...

Page 5: ...UTION and WARNING statements in this manual and on the Truecharge 10 Truecharge 10 Features The Truecharge 10 is a true smart charger that automatically provides the correct charge cycle for modern se...

Page 6: ...e charger for the charging characteristics of the new sealed lead acid gel batteries or for the charging characteristics of conventional flooded batteries By setting the switch correctly before you be...

Page 7: ...FET transistors These transistors also control the charging current and voltage through a process called pulse width modulation PWM The average value of the voltage or current is controlled by varying...

Page 8: ...harging current is steadily decreased When the charging current has decreased to approximately one ampere the battery is fully charged At this point the Truecharge 10 transfers to its final step known...

Page 9: ...vels The Truecharge 10 completes the absorption charge and goes to float mode when one of the following two conditions are met Charger output current has dropped below one ampere flooded type batterie...

Page 10: ...plug and cord pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire an...

Page 11: ...fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection Avoid touch ing eyes while working near the battery If battery aci...

Page 12: ...while the battery is being charged Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non metallic material as a fan 3 Clean the battery terminals and ensure that connections are...

Page 13: ...g bilge water 2 Cool Ambient air temperature should be between 32 F 0 C and 104 F 40 C the cooler the better 3 Ventilated Do not operate the charger in a closed in area or restrict ventilation in any...

Page 14: ...ll in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require ignition protected equipment Temporary Mounting The Truecharge 10 may be temporarily mounted during charging...

Page 15: ...block If negative post is grounded as in most systems see the next item If the positive post is grounded see item 7 6 For a negative grounded system connect POSITIVE RED clip from the battery charger...

Page 16: ...he AC power to the charger first then disconnect the negative BLACK charger clip while you are as far away from the battery as possible Disconnect the positive RED charger clip last 6 See the operatin...

Page 17: ...battery follow these steps 1 If possible disconnect all loads from the battery by removing battery cables by opening a battery disconnect switch or by switch ing loads off 2 Set the BATTERY TYPE sele...

Page 18: ...l The Truecharge 10 is protected against reverse connection It will not begin charging if the battery is incorrectly connected 6 The Truecharge 10 will now start charging the battery as indicated by t...

Page 19: ...10 will be 80 80 7 5 hours 850 Care and Maintenance Your Truecharge 10 contains solid state electronic components that require no maintenance The best care you can give your Truecharge 10 is to prote...

Page 20: ...a r s i y r e t t a b f I l l i w t i f i e e s o t s r u o h 8 r o f d e t c e n n o c g n i g r a h c t r a t s t n s e o d y r e t t a b f I r e v o c e r d n a d e g a m a d y l b a b o r p s i t...

Page 21: ...ii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get service If your product requires t...

Page 22: ...ICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE...

Page 23: ...ase ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 2 Include the followin...

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Page 25: ...ending on setting Input voltage 120 VAC nominal 90 135 VAC 50 60 Hz Efficiency 85 Weight 3 lbs 1 4 kg Dimensions L x W x H 9 x 6 5 x 2 75 23 cm x 16 5 cm x 7 cm Output Fuse 15 A 32 V automotive blade...

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