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Model:
BC240-1210
12 Volt 10 Amp Switchmode
Automatic Battery Charger
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions before use
The GSL Battery Charger is a sophisticated 2 Mode Boost and Float Charge Type, utilising Switchmode technology
and designed to charge 12 Volt Lead Acid Batteries. As a Lead Acid Battery Charger, the unit provides a safe method
of restoring discharged batteries, via Boost and Float Mode circuitry.
Boost Mode
– In this mode the battery charger delivers bulk charging current up to 10 Amps into the battery.
When the battery voltage rises to approximately 13.8V, and the battery is 90% re-charged. The charger will
switch automatically to Float Mode.
Float Mode
– In this mode the battery charger output current is reduced to approximately 2A and the cooling fan is
turned off. The battery is brought up to a 100% recharge and is constantly maintained at that level with the charger
supplying just enough current to maintain the battery at full capacity.
Color
Condition
Red - Boost
The battery voltage is relatively low, the unit is charging at almost full output
current and the fan is on.
Orange- Float
Battery charger in the float mode, charge current is below 2
A and the fan is off.
Green - Power
Indicates that the AC power is within acceptable levels.
Indicator Showing Battery Status :
Installation & Safety Precautions:
1.
This appliance is not meant for use by young children.
2.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3.
During charging process, do not use a naked flame
near a battery, due to gases emitted from the battery,
which may ignite and explode.
4.
Never smoke or light cigarettes near a battery
.
5.
Do not place tools on top of battery or allow tools to fall on battery.
6.
Always wear eye protection near a charging battery.
7.
Ensure a “well” ventilated area is used when testing or re-charging batteries.
8.
Ensure ventilation is adequate and venting holes are not obstructed. Inadequate ventilation may over-heat the
unit and cause inefficient operation.
9.
The battery charger is intended for internal use only. Do not expose it to outdoor weather conditions e.g. rain
or dampness.
10.
If skin or clothing comes into contact with acid, flush the area(s) with water immediately
.
Seek medical attention if necessary.
11.
The battery charger contains hazardous voltages. There are no user serviceable components inside. If the AC
supply cord is damaged, in order to avoid a hazard it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person.
Should product require service, return it to
place of purchase
.
Battery Charging Times:
The question of “how long will my battery take to re-charge” is always asked. Firstly
, the charge rate (CR) of a
battery is rated in
Amps and the battery capacity (C) in
Amp Hours. The battery manufacturer for each battery type
normally states this CR.
As a rule of thumb, a lead acid battery generally should be charged under 1/5 of C.
For example if you have a 50Ah battery, the recommended max. charging current is :
50 / 5 = 10A
.
The majority of the battery capacity would normally be charged in 5 hours using a 10 Amp battery charger.
Similarly it would take approximately 10 hours to charge a battery with a 5 Amp battery charger.
*Please note the figures quoted above could vary depending on the battery condition.
