Equalizing Flooded Batteries | Xantrex Technology TC2 204060

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Equalizing Flooded Batteries

RISK OF BATTERY DAMAGE

The Truecharge2 Battery Charger will only equalize flooded lead-acid or lead-calcium batteries. It does not enter equalization when the battery type is set to sealed lead-acid batteries (GEL or AGM) since they will be damaged by this process. Use the correct settings for your battery types.

Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment.

In the following conditions the Truecharge2 Battery Charger will not enter equalization mode:

•the battery type is set to GEL or AGM

•any battery is not fully charged (all three battery banks must be charged to float or rest stage before equalization can be activated on any bank)1

•there is an active fault on the battery you are trying to charge

Xantrex recommends that you run a complete normal charge cycle on the batteries before you equalize them.

RISK OF BATTERY DAMAGE

You must monitor the battery specific gravity throughout equalization to determine the end of the equalize cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment.

The Truecharge2 Battery Charger cannot automatically determine when to stop the equalization of a battery. The one hour time-out is intended as a safety feature to require the user to continually re-activate it as necessary after checking batteries manually, but may not be sufficiently short to prevent battery damage.

EXPLOSION HAZARD

•The battery generates explosive gases during equalization. Follow all of the battery safety precautions listed in this guide.

•Ventilate the area around the battery thoroughly using ventilators with brushless motors and ensure that there are no sources of flame or sparks in the vicinity.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

1.In this case an equalization cycle can be programmed to start once the charge cycle is done.

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Xantrex Technology TC2 204060 manual Equalizing Flooded Batteries, Risk of Battery Damage

Contents

Series Battery Charger Page Product Numbers TrademarksExclusion for Documentation Date and Revision Statement of Hazard About This Guide Related Information Electrical Shock Hazard Important Safety Instructions Explosion Hazard Fire and Burn HazardPersonal Injury Hazard Precautions When Working With Batteries Risk of Damage to the Battery Charger Precautions When Placing the Battery ChargerExposure to Chemicals and Gases Hazard Viii FCC Information to the User Contents Page Standard and Protection Features Truecharge2 Battery ChargerIntroduction Introduction Front Panel Truecharge 2 Battery Charger Features AC wiring compartment Truecharge2 Series Battery Charger Owner’s GuideRear Panel Description Item Description Onboard Control and Status Display Panel Truecharge2 Series Battery Charger Owner’s Guide Risk of Battery Damage Improper Installation by AN Unqualified Installer Preparing For Installation You need the following materials Tools and Materials Condition Requirement LocationExplosion Hazard for IEC Models only Mounting Orientations Deck and Horizontal Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard Wiring Requirements Wire Length Wire Size AWG and mm2 DC Wiring AWG Fire HazardInjury Other examples of AC wiring requirements Battery Bank Size Requirements Installation Sequence Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery ChargerMounting the Battery Charger To mount the Truecharge2 Battery Charger To connect the DC chassis ground earth Connecting the DC Chassis Ground Earth Accidental Short or Spark Hazard Installing DC WiringShock Hazard For more than one battery or bank For one battery or bankReverse Polarity Damage Installing the Truecharge 2 Battery Charger AC wiring access hole Installing AC Wiring Tapered end of strain relief AC supply wiring Conductor Charger Pigtail AC Supply Wire Color Code Screw to secure the wiring compartment cover Explosion AND/OR Fire Hazard Powering Up Damage to the Battery Charger Installing a Parallel Configuration Fault and Warning Conditions Powering up after installing a parallel configurationWhen Configuring the Battery Chargers When Equalizing Batteries Input Voltage Operating and Derating Installing Batteries AC source Multi-Stage Charging Three-Stage Charging Two-Stage Charging Temperature Considerations Battery QualificationTo force a battery detection sequence Charging Voltage Setpoints Setting the Battery Temperature without a BTS Operating DC Loads Configuring the Charger Mode Configuring the Truecharge2 Battery ChargerConfiguring the Battery Bank Type Charging Batteries Mode Charger Status LED-ONTo charge your batteries Charging Batteries Equalizing Flooded Batteries Risk of Equipment Damage Performing An EqualizationEXPLOSION, FIRE, and Burn Hazards To equalize your batteries Equalizing Flooded Batteries Transitioning the Charger to ON, Standby, or Disabled Reading Onboard Display LEDs Accessing Charger InformationReporting While Charging or Equalizing Standby Reporting Without AC Power or While on Fault or Warning Solution Condition Fuse on Using a Generator As Source Power Maintaining the Charger Replacing the DC Output Fuse Improper Installation by AN Unqualified Installer Model Fuse Replacement Ratings Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Disconnect all loads or switch loads off 975-0526-01-02 Troubleshooting Physical Specifications AC Input Specifications Specifications DC Output Specifications Environmental Specifications Regulatory Approvals Protection Features Warranty Warranty and Return Information Warranty and Return Information Product Disclaimer Return Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyOut of Warranty Service Information About Your System Page Xantrex Technology USA Inc