4. OPERATION
WARNING!
The charger does not have an on/off switch. The on and off commands are controlled by plugging the SPBC8,
SPBC12, & SPBC16
with power supply into an AC electrical wall socket only after the battery connections have been made.
4.1.
CHARGING PROCESS:
4.1.1.
Fully automatic 7 stage charging system:
4.1.2.
Analysis / Desulphation (Charging stage 1 illuminated)
– A small voltage pulse is applied to the battery to ensure it can
effectively and safely accept a charge. Desulphation uses pulse reconditioning to gently remove any sulphation build up
on the battery plates and prevents oxidization. Stabilises electrolyte consistency and minimises the battery temperature rising by
charging, recovers battery capacity and can help extend battery life.
4.1.3.
Soft Start (Charging stage 2 illuminated)
– The soft start function improves the batteries charging capability, reduces gas and
heat build-up and can improve electrolyte consistency which can become uneven in the battery cells from day to day use.
A steadily increasing current is applied over a set time so as not to initially overload the battery. This stage prepares the battery for
the more intense charging stages to follow.
4.1.4.
Bulk Charge (Charging stage 3 illuminated)
– Maximum charge current is delivered to the battery to minimise charge times.
4.1.5.
Absorption (Charging stage 4 illuminated)
– Reduces the current supplied to the battery and ensures that the battery has been
completely charged without the risk of being overcharged.
4.1.6.
Analysis (Charging stage 5 illuminated)
– The charger shuts off power and measures voltage drop over a set time. If
unacceptable readings are measured, this may indicate an internal short or other issue inside the battery. If the battery has a fault
the charger will illuminate the Battery Error LED indicator. The charger will cut output and not continue to charge until it is either
switched off, or the battery is removed.
4.1.7.
Boost / Equalisation charge (Charging stage 6 illuminated)
– Once the battery is fully charged, the charger will equalise all the
battery cells by providing a steady set voltage over a programmed period, at low current.
4.1.8.
Float Stage(Charging stage 7 illuminated)
– Once the battery is fully charged, the charger will provide a constant voltage of
6.85V/13.7V/27.4V to maintain the battery at a full level without damaging the battery.
4.2.
TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION
– This charger has a temperature compensation feature that will reduce the output current
of the charger if the charger internal temperature exceeds its set limit. This protection feature will prevent the battery and charger
from damage if the bulk stage takes an extended time – particularly if a larger than recommended battery has been connected.
There is no indicator to show temperature compensation.
NOTE:
The 6V/12V/24V, 8A/12A/16A fully automatic 7 stage battery charger is designed to effectively charge most automotive battery types
including lead acid, calcium, maintenance free, Gel and AGM. They are manufactured to the latest design parameters and highest
quality levels. There are no buttons to decipher - the specially designed microprocessor charging system automatically selects the
correct voltage and current setting and output levels for the size and type of the battery, greatly assisting prolonged battery life and
user safety.
Please adhere to all safety directions in this manual and retain for later use.
4.3.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
4.3.1.
Battery chargers contain hazardous voltages. There are no user serviceable components inside the charger.
DO NOT
disassemble
this product.
4.3.2.
If the mains cable is broken or damaged, it must be replaced a qualified person only.
4.3.3.
This battery charger is for use with 6, 12 and 24V electrical systems only. Care should still be taken to correctly identify the correct
voltage on vehicles and light trucks BEFORE the battery charger is connected and switched on.
4.4.
BATTERY CHARGER OPERATION
4.4.1.
This charger has been designed to be as simple to use as possible. As a result, there are no input buttons or any other selections to
make. The charger has an advanced on board micro-processor that will take care of every setting required.
4.5.
TO COMMENCE BATTERY CHARGING:
4.5.1.
Unwind both 240V and 12V power leads from the rear of the charger.
4.5.2.
Connect the Red POSITIVE (+) clamp to the battery Red POSITIVE (+) terminal.
4.5.3.
Connect the Black NEGATIVE (-) clamp to the Black NEGATIVE (-) terminal.
4.5.4.
Plug in the mains power cable, and switch on the power.
4.5.5.
The charger will take approximately 1 minute to complete its voltage diagnostics to detect the correct battery voltage, once complete
the correct LED will illuminate for 6, 12 or 24V operation.
4.5.6.
Charging will now commence automatically.
4.5.7.
View the status LED indicators on the front panel to see progress.
4.5.8.
Once the
TOP
GREEN LED bar in the display indicator illuminates, the battery is fully charged, and may be disconnected from the
battery charger clamps.
4.6.
TO DISCONNECT:
4.6.1.
Switch off mains power and unplug power cable.
4.6.2.
Disconnect the Black NEGATIVE (-) clamp from the Black NEGATIVE (-) terminal.
4.6.3.
Disconnect the Red POSITIVE (+) clamp from the battery Red POSITIVE (+) terminal**
4.6.4.
Re-attach battery terminal protective covers if previously removed.
4.6.5.
Rewind both 240V and 12V power cables back into the rear of the charger for storage.
5. MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery charger.
5.1.
Cleaning and user maintenance should be carried out by competent persons.
5.2.
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery connectors, cords, and the charger case.
5.3.
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the battery
clips.
5.4.
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no serviceable parts.
5.5.
All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.
5.6.
If the mains cable is damaged,
DO NOT
use until repaired.
5.7.
Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity until it is unplugged from the mains.
5.8.
Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
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PBC8 SPBC12 SPBC16 Issue 1 22/01/2021
Original Language Version
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