
A36F - 3 PHASE - INSTRUCTIONS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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In the current limit mode the triac is also fired to regulate the unit output current in the same manner.
In this case, however, the unit d.c. current is being monitored, compared against the current limit set
point and control is applied to the triac.
The silicon diodes SD1 rectify the a.c. output of the transformer PT into pulsating d.c. and the filter
components C3 and L2 smooth this output and reduce ripple.
11.2 S2A-188 REGULATOR ASSEMBLY
The regulator assembly contains the circuits which sense the d.c. output changes and fire the (triac) TR-1
to make the necessary corrections.
The triac is timed from the a.c. output of the transformer PT. This assembly also produces the current
limit and the current walk-in features.
The regulator board includes the circuitry for the status lights and alarm settings and the output to the
shunt trip circuit for the a.c. input breaker which is used for the high voltage shutdown.
The Float/Equalize switch and alarm lights are arranged so that they may protrude through the front
panel of the unit.
11.3 AC12-1 POWER FAILURE SWITCH
This assembly is used to electronically switch off the bleeder resistor RL during periods of a.c. failure.
This prevents the battery from being discharged back through unit circuitry.
11.4 S2A-149 SNUBBER
This circuit is used to provide DV/DT voltage suppression for the triac switch TR-1. It prevents false
firing and voltage transients.
12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting should be performed only by trained service personnel or experienced electricians.
CAUTION: Hazardous a.c. and d.c. voltages are present within the rectifier cabinet.
Equipment: The only service equipment required is a multimeter for voltage or resistance readings and
analog ohmmeter
12.1 GENERAL INSPECTION
On servicing new equipment, before setting up any complicated testing or jumping to any conclusions,
give the unit a general inspection.
Check the following:
1.
Check d.c. output cables, connections, battery type, and number of battery cells with rectifier
rating.
2.
Check unit specifications with customer order.
3.
Check input connections, input voltage and line breaker size.
4.
Check for shipping damage, loose connections, broken wires, etc.