ACS Configuration Considerations
The voltage range for these alarms and cutoffs is generally set at the factory at the absolute minimum and maximum, as shown in the illustration above for
High and Low Voltage Alarms and Cutoffs
ALARM OR CUTOFF | Factory | Factory | ||
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LO ALARM | 10.0V - 12.0V | 10.5V | 20.0V - 24.0V | 21.0V |
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HI ALARM | 14.0V - 16.0V | 15.5V | 28.0V - 32.0V | 31.0V |
LO CUTOFF | 10.0V - 12.0V | 10.0V | 20.0V | 10.0V |
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HI CUTOFF | 14.0V - 16.0V | 16.0V | 28.0V - 32.0V | 16.0V |
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Charger Configuration
The ACS Charger menu displays the current status of the charger and enables you to begin an equalization charge, or to override the current charger status and force the charger into Float or Equalization mode.
Override Charger Operating Mode The charger will not begin an equalization charge until it has completed a Bulk or Absorption charge. It may be desirable to force an equalization charge in some instances. Forcing the charger into Float or Equalization mode is usually performed only during an installation, and should not be lightly considered. Consult your installer or call Xantrex Customer Service before attempting to override the charger mode. Overriding the charger operating mode is an
Enter “Installer Mode, and then:
SELECT FROM: |
| OVERRIDE CHARGER |
CHARGER |
| OPERATING MODE |
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FORCE CHARGER TO
FLOAT CHARGE
FORCE CHARGER TO
EQUALIZE CHARGE
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
Equalization Request For some batteries, equalization is a regular maintenance activity; for others, equalization is damaging. Read “Section 6: Multistage Charging” (page 59) before attempting to initiate an equalization charge. Inappropriate equalization charging can ruin your batteries. An equalization request is a
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