Samlexpower SEC-1280E Owner's Manual

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AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER

Switch Mode Battery Charger

Model No.

SEC - 1245E

SEC - 1260E

SEC - 1280E

SEC - 2425E

SEC - 2440E

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read this manual before operating your charger

CONTENTS

Important safety precautions

Description

Features

Components and accessories

Specifying lead acid batteries and chargers

Charging stages

Cooling

Protections

Installation

Preparing the charger for operation

Remote Panel

Operation

Troubleshooting

Internal / external fuse ratings

Specifications

Warranty information

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Hazardous conditions may result if the charger is not installed or operated correctly.

Please read the following instructions to prevent personal injury or damage to the charger.

BATTERY RELATED

• To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those marked on the battery.

• Never smoke or allow an open spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or the engine.

• Charge only Lead Acid type of batteries (Flooded / Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) /

Gel Cell). Do not charge other type of batteries like Nickel Cadmium (NiCad),

Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), Dry-Cell etc. Other types of batteries might burst causing personal injury.

• Never charge a frozen battery.

• Working in the vicinity of Lead Acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Take necessary safety precautions when installing the charger near a battery or in a battery compartment (Follow safety instructions given by the battery manufacturer).

• Never place the charger directly above or below the battery being charged; gases or fluids from the battery will corrode and damage the charger. Locate the charger as far away from the battery as DC cables permit. Do not install in the same compartment as batteries.

CHARGER RELATED

• Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.

Install in a well ventilated, cool, dry place.

• The charger must not be operated in a damp or wet environment. When mounting in a boat, make sure it is not subjected to bilge water splash.

• Do not block the ventilation openings / openings for the cooling fan. There should be at least 6 inches clearance all around the unit.

• Installation and wiring must comply with the local and the national electrical codes. It is recommended that installation and wiring may be done by a certified electrician.

• Wrong installation on a boat may lead to corrosion of the boat. It is recommended that installation on the boat must be carried out by a boat electrician.

• Disconnect the AC input power to the charger before connecting / disconnecting the batteries or other DC loads or when working on the charger.

• Disconnect the AC input power before changing the setting of the Dip Switches.

• The chassis of the charger is connected to the earth ground pin of the power cord plug. Ensure that the earth ground pin of AC receptacle feeding the charger is connected to earth ground.

• Do not use an adapter. If a grounding type of receptacle is not available, do not use this charger until the proper outlet is installed by a qualified electrician.

• Do not operate the charger if the power cord is damaged.

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DESCRIPTION

SEC-1245E/SEC-1260E/SEC-1280E (for 12 V batteries) SEC-2425E and SEC-2440E

(for 24 V batteries) are high current, 3 Stage Chargers that deliver 45 A 60 A, 80 A, 25 A and 40 A respectively for almost 75% to 80% of the charging cycle ensuring a very fast, safe and complete charging of lead acid batteries. The nomenclature “ I Uo U” is a DIN nomenclature and signifies the 3 charging stages – I for constant current Bulk Charge

Stage 1, Uo for constant over voltage Absorption / Boost Stage 2 and U for constant voltage Float / Maintenance Stage 3 ( under DIN specification, voltage is designated

“U” and current is designated “I”. The subscript “o” in “Uo” signifies over voltage).

FEATURES

• Fully automatic – “Connect and Forget” operation.

• Suitable for flooded , AGM or Gel Cell type of lead acid batteries.

• State-of-the-art switched mode technology is used for high efficiency, lightweight and quiet operation.

• User selectable 2 or 3-Stage automatic charging algorithm with timed Boost /

• Absorption Stage and temperature compensation ensures rapid, safe and full return of capacity.

• Ability to reduce maximum charging current to approximately 1/2 of the rated capacity during “Half Power Mode”. This allows safe charging of lower capacity batteries.

• Includes a Battery Temperature Sensor allowing temperature compensated charging, if required.

• 2 banks of batteries can be charged simultaneously without the use of an external battery isolator. The charging current will be shared between the two banks depending upon the depth of discharge of the connected batteries.

• 3 colour LED indicates charging status.

• Fan cooled - fan on/off based on output current.

• Protections against short circuit, over current, reverse battery connection and over-temperature.

• Can be used as a power supply or as a DC UPS ( Uninterruptible Power Supply)

• when used in conjunction with a battery.

• Optional Remote LED Panel with 10 Metres of wire for remote on / off control and indication of charging status.

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COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

4 1. Output Connnector + Bank 1

2. Output Connector + Bank 2

3. Output Connector - Common

4. Charging Indicator LED

5. DIP Switches for mode selection

6. Jack for Remote Panel

7. Push Switch for Half Power Mode

8. LED for Half Power Mode indication

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6 5 8 1 2

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3

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9. AC input Power On / Off Switch

10. AC fuse holder

11. Cooling fan

12. Jack for Temperature Sensor

13. AC power cord inlet

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14*. Cable with plug

15*. Remote Panel

(*14 & 15 are optional accessories)

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16*.

17*.

Temperature sensor element

Plug

SPECIFYING LEAD ACID BATTERIES

AND CHARGERS

FLOODED / WET CELL AND SLA (SEALED LEAD ACID) BATTERIES

There are two categories of lead acid batteries – Flooded/Wet Cell and Sealed Lead Acid

(SLA). A flooded/wet cell battery has a high tolerance to overcharging. However, it will release hydrogen gas when charging that must be properly vented and the water level must be checked frequently.

SLA batteries can either be Gel Cell or AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat).Both the Gel Cell and AGM are maintenance free, have no liquid to spill and gassing is minimal. The

Gel Cell is the least affected by temperature extremes, storage at low state of charge and has a low rate of self discharge. An AGM battery will handle overcharging slightly better than the Gel Cell.

Lead-acid batteries can be categorized by the type of application: Automotive service -

Starting/Lighting/Ignittion (SLI, a.k.a. cranking) and Deep Cycle service.

SLI BATTERIES

Everybody is familiar with the SLI batteries that are used for automotive starting and powering vehicular accessories. SLI batteries are designed to produce high power in short bursts but must be constantly recharged (normally with an alternator while driving).

Vehicle starting typically discharges 1%-3% of a healthy SLI battery’s capacity.

The automotive SLI battery is not designed for repeated deep discharge where up to 80 % of the battery capacity is discharged and then recharged. If an SLI battery is used for this type of application, its useful service life will be drastically reduced.

DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES

Deep cycle batteries are designed with thick-plate electrodes to serve as primary power sources, to have a constant discharge rate, to have the capability to be deeply discharged up to 80 % capacity and to repeatedly accept recharging. They are marketed for use in recreation vehicles (RV), boats and electric golf carts – so they may be referred to as RV batteries, marine batteries or golf cart batteries. There are two categories of deep cycle lead acid batteries – wet and sealed. A wet cell battery has a high tolerance to overcharging.

However, it will release hydrogen gas when charging that must be properly vented and the water level must be checked frequently. Sealed batteries can either be Gel

Cell or AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat). Both the Gel Cell and AGM are maintenance free, have no liquid to spill and gassing is minimal. The Gel Cell is the least affected by temperature extremes, storage at low state of charge and has a low rate of self discharge. An AGM battery will handle overcharging slightly better than the Gel Cell.

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UNITS OF BATTERY CAPACITY

The battery capacity is the measure of the energy the battery can store and deliver to a load.

It is determined by how much current any given battery can deliver over a stipulated period of time. The energy rating is expressed in Ampere Hours (AH). For example, as one of the bench marks, the battery industry rates batteries at 20 hour rate i.e. how many Amperes of current the battery can deliver for 20 hours at 26,7 º C till the voltage drops to 10.5 Volts for 12 V battery and 21 V for 24 V battery. For example, a 100 AH battery will deliver 5

Amperes for 20 hours. Other bench mark discharge rates are 8-hour rate for UPS batteries

&10-hour rate for telecom batteries. Battery capacity is also expressed as Reserve

Capacity (RC) in minutes. Reserve capacity is the time in minutes for which the battery can deliver 25 Amperes at 80 º F till the voltage drops to 10.5 Volts for 12 V battery and 21 V for 24 Vbattery. Approximate relationship between the two units is as follows:

Capacity in AH = Reserve Capacity in RC minutes x 0.6

TYPICAL BATTERY SIZES

Below is a chart of some battery sizes applicable for powering inverters:

BCI * Group

27 / 31

Battery Voltage, V Battery AH

12 105

160 4D

8D

12

12

GC2** 6

* Battery Council International

225

220

** Golf Cart

REDUCTION IN USABLE CAPACITY AT HIGHER DISCHARGE RATES

As stated above, the rated capacity of the battery in AH is generally applicable at a discharge rate of 20 Hours. As the discharge rate is increased, the usable capacity reduces due to

“Peukert Effect”. This relationship is not linear but is more or less according to the table below:

Table 1. Battery Capacity versus Rate of Discharge for a 20 Hr Discharge Rate 0

3

2

6

5

Hours of Discharge

20

10

8

Usable Capacity

100%

87%

83%

75%

70%

60%

50%

1 40%

Using the above table will show that a 100 AH capacity battery will deliver 100% (i.e. full

100 AH) capacity if it is slowly discharged over 20 hours at the rate of 5 Amperes. However, if it is discharged at a rate of 50 Amperes then theoretically, it should provide 100 AH ÷ 50

= 2 hours. However, the Table above shows that for 2 hours discharge rate, the capacity is reduced to 50% i.e. 50 AH. Therefore, at 50 Ampere discharge rate the battery will actually last for 50 AH÷50 Amperes = 1 Hour.

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DEPTH OF DISCHARGE AND BATTERY LIFE

The more deeply a battery is discharged on each cycle, the shorter the battery life. Using more batteries than the minimum required will result in longer life for the battery bank. A typical cycle life chart is given at Table 2 below:

Table 2. – Typical Cycle Life Chart

Depth of Discharge

% of AH Capacity

10

50

80

100

Cycle Life

Group 27 / 31

1000

320

200

150

Cycle Life

Group 8D

1500

480

300

225

Cycle Life

Group GC2

3800

1100

675

550

It is recommended that the depth of discharge should be limited to 50 %

LOSS OF BATTERY CAPACITY AT LOW TEMPERATURES

Batteries lose capacity at low temperatures. At 0º C, a battery will deliver about 70 to 80

% of its rated capacity at 26,7 º C. If the air temperature near the battery bank is lower than

26,7º C, additional batteries will be needed to provide the same usable capacity. For very cold climates, an insulated / heated battery compartment is recommended.

SERIES AND PARALLEL CONNECTION OF BATTERIES

Series Connection

Battery 1 Battery 2 Battery 3 Battery 4

6V

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6V

+ +

6V

+

6V

Cable A

+

24V Charger

Cable B

Fig 1. Series Connection

When two or more batteries are connected in series, their voltages add up but their AH capacity remains the same. Fig. 1 above shows 4 pieces of 6 V, 200 AH batteries connected in series to form a battery bank of 24 V with a capacity of 200 AH. The positive terminal of

Battery 4 becomes the positive terminal of the 24 V bank. The negative terminal of Battery

4 is connected to the positive terminal of Battery 3. The negative terminal of Battery 3 is connected to the positive terminal of Battery 2. The negative terminal of Battery 2 is connected to the positive terminal of Battery 1. The negative terminal of Battery 1 becomes the negative terminal of the 24 V battery bank.

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Parallel Connection

Battery 4 Battery 3 Battery 2 Battery 1

12

+

12

+

12

+

12

+

Cable A

+

12V Charger

Cable B

Fig 2. Parallel Connection

When two or more batteries are connected in parallel, their voltage remains the same but their AH capacities add up. Fig. 2 above shows 4 pieces of 12 V, 100 AH batteries connected in parallel to form a battery bank of 12 V with a capacity of 400 AH. The four positive terminals of Batteries 1 to 4 are paralleled (connected together) and this common positive connection becomes the positive terminal of the 12 V bank. Similarly, the four negative terminals of Batteries 1 to 4 are paralleled (connected together) and this common negative connection becomes the negative terminal of the 12 V battery bank.

Series – Parallel Connection

12 V String 2 12 V String 1

Battery 4 Battery 3 Battery 2 Battery 1

+ + + +

6 6 6 6

Cable A

+

12V Charger

Cable B

Fig 3. Series-Parallel Connection

Figure 3 above shows a series – parallel connection consisting of four 6V, 200 AH batteries to form a 12 V, 400 AH battery bank. Two 6 V, 200 AH batteries, Batteries 1 and 2 are connected in series to form a 12 V, 200 AH battery (String 1). Similarly, two 6 V,

200 AH batteries, Batteries 3 and 4 are connected in series to form a 12 V, 200 AH battery

(String 2). These two 12 V, 200 AH Strings 1 and 2 are connected in parallel to form a 12 V, 400 AH bank.

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CAUTION!

CAUTION

When 2 or more batteries / battery strings are connected in parallel and are then connected to a charger (See Figs. 2 and 3 given above), attention should be paid to the manner in which the charger is connected to the battery bank. Please ensure that if the positive output cable of the battery charger (Cable “A”) is connected to the positive battery post of the first battery (Battery 1 in Fig. 2) or to the positive battery post of the first battery string

(Battery 1 of String 1 in Fig. 3), then the Negative output cable of the battery charger

(Cable “B”) should be connected to the Negative battery post of the last battery (Battery

4 as in Fig. 2) or to the Negative Post of the last battery string (Battery 4 of Battery String

2 as in Fig. 3). This connection ensures the following:

• The resistances of the interconnecting cables will be balanced.

• All the individual batteries / battery strings will see the same series resistance.

• All the individual batteries will charge at the same charging current and thus, will be charged to the same state at the same time.

• None of the batteries will see an overcharge condition.

If the positive output cable of the battery charger (Cable “A”) is connected to the positive battery post of the first battery (Battery 1 in Fig. 2) or to the positive battery post of the first battery string (Battery 1 of String 1 in Fig. 3), and the Negative output cable of the battery charger (Cable “B”) is connected to the Negative battery post of the first battery

(Battery 1 as in Fig. 2) or to the Negative Post of the first battery string (Battery 1 of

Battery String 1 as in Fig. 3), the following abnormal conditions will result:

• The resistances of the connecting cables will not be balanced.

• The individual batteries will see different series resistances.

• All the individual batteries will be charged at different charging current and thus, will reach fully charged state at different times.

• The battery with lower series resistance will take shorter time to charge as compred to the battery which sees higher series resistance and hence, will experience over charging and its life will be reduced.

Effect of Temperature on Battery Voltage

The chemical reactions inside the battery change with temperature. The cell voltage has a negative temperature coefficient - the cell voltage drops with increase in temperature.

Normally, the voltages are specified at 26,7ºC. The charging voltages should be compensated as follows:

12 V battery - 0.030 V per degree C

24 V battery - 0.060 V per degree C

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CHARGING BATTERIES

The batteries can be charged by using good quality AC powered battery charger or from alternative energy sources like solar panels, wind or hydro systems. Make sure an appropriate battery charge controller is used. It is recommended that the batteries may not be charged at current > C/5 (where C is the AH capacity of the battery at 20 hour discharge rate).

Also, for complete charging (return of 100 % capacity ), it is recommended that a 3 stage, temperature compensated charger may be used (Constant current bulk charging followed by constant voltage boost / absorption charging followed by constant voltage float charging).

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CHARGING STAGES

U o

U

Stage 1

I Phase

Stage 2

Uo Phase

Timed for 4/8

Hours

Stage 3

U Phase

Curve for

Volta ge U, U o

80% of current ca p acit y of char ger 10% of current ca p acit y of char ger

Curve for

Current, I

Time, Hours

Fig 4. Charging Curve

NOTE: Voltage reading on no load. The output terminals of the charger consist of one common white / black negative terminal (3) and two red positive terminals (1, 2) for charging two banks of batteries. Each of the two positive terminals of the two banks has a Schottky Diode in series for isolation. These isolating diodes have a current dependent forward voltagedrop ranging from 0.2 to 0.3 V (at 0.1 A) to 0.6 V

(at 40-80 A). Please note that the forward voltage drop occurs only when current flows through the diode.

The Float and Absorption voltages are tightly regulated before the isolating diodes.

However, the voltages available at the terminals of the two banks will vary with the value of the charging current because of the current dependent forward voltage drop across the isolating diodes. The Float and Boost / Absorption voltages before the diodes are, therefore, set 0.2 to 0.3 V higher to compensate for the above forward drop during float condition when thecharging current wouldhave dropped to less than 1 A. Hence, the output voltage at the terminals of the two banks at no load (nothing connected to the terminals of the banks) will read 0.2 to 0.3 V higher because there is no forward voltage drop as there is no current flow through the diodes.

Please also note that the output voltage at the two banks may differ between 0.2 to

0.6 V depending upon the different values of the charging current being delivered through each.

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BATTERY VOLTAGES – CHARGED AND DISCHARGED CONDITIONS

The cell voltage of a battery depends upon the temperature of the battery and has a negative temperature coefficient – the voltage level increases at lower temperature and decreases at higher temperature The voltages are normally specified at 26.7º C.

On a 12 volt battery, the no load battery voltage is between 11.4 VDC (fully discharged) and 12.9-13.0 VDC (fully charged). On a 24 volt battery, the no load battery voltage is between 22.8 VDC (fully discharged) and 25.8 -26.0 VDC (fully charged).

CHARGING STAGES - I, Uo, U

The charger is preset to charge in 3 stages as described in the succeeding paragraphs. The charger is called “IUoU Charger” based on the DIN designation of the charging stages – “I”

Phase, “Uo” Phase and “U” Phase. Please refer to the charging curve given at Figure 4 for understanding the 3 charging stages.

NOTE: The charging voltages indicated below pertain to battery temperature of 26.7º C

Stage 1 - Constant Current, Bulk Charge Mode (I Phase): When the charger is first condition of the battery. When the battery is deeply discharged, it will initially try to draw a very large current. If this initial current draw is 45 A (SEC-1245E) or more than

60 A (SEC-1260E) or more than 80 A (SEC-1280E) or more than 40A (SEC-2440E) or more than 25A (SEC-2425E), the charger will enter Stage 1 – The Bulk Charge Mode

(“I” Phase). During this period, SEC-1245E will deliver a constant current “I”= 45 A

SEC-1260E will deliver a constant current “I”= 60 A, SEC-1280E will deliver a constant current “I” = 80 A SEC-2425E will deliver a constant current “I”= 25 A and SEC-2440E will deliver a constant current “I” = 40 A. The charger will be operating under current limit condition andthe voltage at the charging terminal will be same as the actual voltage of the discharged battery. The voltage of the battery will slowly start rising and when the battery voltage approaches voltage U = 13.8 V (SEC-1245E, SEC-1260E and

SEC-1280E) or voltage U = 27.6 V (SEC2425E, SEC-2440E), the current drawn by the battery will reduce below the current limit value of 45 A (SEC 1245E),

60 A (SEC-1260E), 80 A (SEC-1280E) and 25 A (SEC-2425E), 40 A (SEC-2440E).

The charger will exit current limit condition and will now output constant voltage of

U = 13.8 V (SEC-1245E SEC-1260E and SEC-1280E) or constant voltage U = 27.6 V

(SEC-2425E SEC-2440E).

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The battery will continue to charge at this constant voltage and its charging current draw will reduce further. When the charging current drawn by the battery reduces below 80% of the charger capacity “I” i.e. 36 A (for SEC-1245E) 48 A

(for SEC-1260E) or 64 A (for SEC-1280E) 20 A (for SEC-2425) or 32 A

(for SEC-2440E), the charger will automatically switch over to Stage 2 Constant

Over-voltage, Timed Absorption /Boost Charge Stage (“Uo” Phase).

During this Stage, following LED indications are provided:

• Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel turns red

• Red LED under “I Phase” is lighted on the Remote

• Panel (15) ( Optional accessory)

NOTE: When “Half Power Mode” is selected (See under “Half Power Mode / Reduction of

Maximum Charging Capacity”), the maximum charging capacity (current limit value) of the charger is reduced as follows:

• Current limit of SEC-1245E is reduced to 22,5 A +/- 1 A instead of 45 A

• Current limit of SEC-1260E is reduced to 30,0 A +/- 1 A instead of 60 A

• Current limit of SEC-1280E is reduced to 40,0 A +/- 1 A instead of 80 A

• Current limit of SEC-2425E is reduced to 12,5 A +/- 1 A instead of 25 A

• Current limit of SEC-2440E is reduced to 20,0 A +/- 1 A instead of 40 A

Stage 2 - Constant Overcharge Voltage, Timed Absorption / Boost Charge Mode (Uo

Phase): When the charger enters Stage 2 from Stage 1, the battery is approximately 70% to

80% recharged. As soon as it enters this stage, a timer circuit is also initiated. The timer circuit can be selected to operate for 4 or 8 hours with the help of DIP Switches (5) (See under “Selecting time for Absorption / Boost Stage”). During this stage, the charger will output a higher constant overcharge voltage whose value will depend upon the type of battery or charging stages selected ( The type of battery and charging stages are selected with the help of DIP Switches (5) – See under “Selecting The Type of Battery and

Charging Stages”):

• 14.8 V (SEC-1245E, SEC-1260E and SEC-1280E) or 29.6 V (SEC-2425E and

SEC-2440E) when Flooded /AGM battery is selected

• 14.4 V (SEC-1245E, SEC-1260E and SEC-1280E) or 28.8 V (SEC-2425E and

SEC-2440E) when Gel Cell battery is selected

• 13.8 V (SEC-1245E, SEC-1260E and SEC-1280E) or 27.6 V (SEC-2425E and

SEC-2440E) when loaded battery is selected (2 stage charging)

The battery will further absorb charge at this voltage and the charging current will further reduce. When the charging current reduces to approximately 10% of the charger capacity

“I” (4.5A+/-0.5A for SEC-1245E, 6 A +/0 .5 A for SEC-1260E, 8 A +/0 .5 A for SEC-1280E

2.5A+/-0.5A for SEC-2425E and 4 A +/- 0.5 A for SEC-2440E), the charger automatically changes over to “Stage 3 - Float / Maintenance Charge Mode (U Phase)”. However, if the charging current does not reduce to the above threshold level (because of some defective / shorted cells or due to an external load in a loaded battery),

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the charger will be forced to change-over to “Stage 3 or Float / Maintenance Charge Mode

(U Phase)” after elapse of 4 or 8 hours determined by the selected duration of the timer circuit. The battery will be charged to approx. 95% of its capacity by the end of this stage. Ideallyit would be at 100%, but there are some practical limitations like temperature effect etc thatusually prevent full recharge.

During this Stage, following LED indications are provided:

• Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel turns orange

• Yellow LED under “Uo Phase” is lighted on the Remote Panel (15) ( Optional accessory)

NOTE: The threshold of current for change-over between the Absorbtion / Boost

Charge Mode (“Uo” Phase) & the Float / Maintenance Charge Mode (“U”

Phase) are different as follows:

• From “Uo” Phase to “U” Phase 4.5A+/-0,5A 6A+/-0.5A 8A+/-0.5A 3A+/- 0,5A 4A+/-0.5A

• From “U” Phase to “Uo” Phase 9A+/-1A 8.5A+/-1A 10A+/-1 A 7A+/-1A 5A+/-0.5A

Stage 3 – Constant Voltage, Float or Maintenance Charge Mode (U Phase): During this mode, the charger outputs a constant voltage U = 13.8 V (SEC-1245E, SEC-1260E and SEC-1280E) or 27,6 V (SEC-2425 and SEC-2440E). This helps in maintaining full capacity of the battery and also provides replacement charge to overcome self discharge of the battery. The battery canremain connected in this stage indefinitely without the risk of discharging.

During this Stage, following LED indications are provided:

• Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel turns green

• Green LED under “U Phase” is lighted on the Remote Panel (15) (Optional accessory)

CAUTION!

3 stage charging is recommended for charging stand-alone unloaded batteries

(there is no loadconnected to the battery when it is being charged). If a load is also connected simultaneously,a part of the charger’s output current will be diverted to this load. Thus, the charger may remain locked in Stage 2 if the current drawn by the load is more than the preset value of threshold current determining change over from Stage 2 to Stage 3 .This will lead to overcharging and loss of electrolyte.

For charging a battery when a load is also connected simultaneously, Stage 2 voltage should be same as Stage 3. Select “Loaded Battery” with the help of DIP Switches

(5) – See under“Selecting the Type of Battery and Charging Stages”.

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COOLING

The charger is cooled by convection and in addition, has a fan (11) for forced air cooling.

Thefan will automatically switch on when the charger enters the Boost / Absorption

Stage 2(Charging Indicator LED (4) will be Orange) or the Bulk Charging Stage

1 (Charging IndicatorLED (4) will be Red). The fan will automatically stop when the charger enters Float Stage 3(Charging Indicator LED will be Green).

Please note that the fan will be off in the Float Stage 3 (The Charging Indicator

LED will be Green).

The operation of the fan is controlled by the current supplied by the charger as follows:

Switches on when change over from Float stage (“U” Phase) to Boost stage (“Uo” Phase) 9A+/-1A

Switches off when change over from Boost stage (“Uo” Phase) to Float stage (“U” Phase) 4.5A+/-0.5A 6A+/-0.5A 8A+/-0.5A 3A+/-0.5A 4A+/-0.5A

In case the fan fails or if the cooling is not adequate due to higher ambient temperature, inadequate air circulation or blockage of air ventilation openings, the thermal sensor for overtemperature protection will shut down the output voltage of the charger. The

ChargingIndication LED on the front panel will turn red ( On the Remote Panel, the red

LED “IPhase” will light, the green LED “Power” will, however, remain lighted).

The charger will belatched in this shut down condition and will not reset automatically even after the unit hascooled down. To reset, the AC input power on / of f switch

(9) at the back of the unit has tobe switched off and on again.

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PROTECTIONS

The charger has the following protections:

SHORT CIRCUIT SHUT DOWN

In case of a short circuit on the output side, the output of the charger will be shut down. The

Charging Indication LED (4) on the front panel will turn red (On the Remote Panel (15), the red LED “I Phase” will light, the green LED “Power” will, however, remain lighted). The charger will be latched in this shut down condition and will NOT recover automatically even after the short circuit condition is removed. To reset, the AC input power on / of switch (9) at the back of the unit has to be switched off and on again.

OVER LOAD CURRENT LIMITING

The current drawn by the load is automatically limited to a maximum of 45 A for

SEC-1245E (22.5 A in “Half Power Mode”), 60 A for SEC-1260E (30 A +/- 1 A in

“Half Power Mode”), 80 A for SEC-1280E (40 A +/- 1 A in “Half PowerMode”) 25 A for

SEC-2425E (12.5 A +/- 1 A) and 40 A for SEC-2440E (20 A +/- 1 A when in “Half

Power Mode”). If the load tries to draw a higher current than these limits, the output voltage of the unit will start to drop. The unit will automatically recover when the overload condition is removed.

REVERSE BATTERY CONNECTION CUT OFF

The output is internally fused on the DC side 2x30A fuses for SEC-1245E, 2x35A fuses for SEC-1260E, 3x30A fuses for SEC-1280E, and 2x20A fuses for SEC-2425E

3 x 15 A fuses for SEC-2440E. In case, the polarity of the battery connection is reversed, the fuse(s) will blow. The Charging Indication LED (4)on the frontpanel will turn red (On the

Remote Panel (15), the red LED “I Phase” will light, the green LED “Power” will, however, remain lighted). The fuse(s) will be required to be replaced for the unit to function again.

THERMAL OVERLOAD SHUTDOWN

CAUTION! Keep the charger in a well ventilated, cool and open area. Do not block the ventholes on the sides or the discharge openings of the cooling fan. In case the fan fails or if the cooling is not adequate due to higher ambient temperature, inadequate air circulation or blockage of air ventilation openings, the thermal sensor for over-temperature protection will shut downthe output voltage of the charger.

The Charging Indication LED (4) on the front panel will turn red (On the Remote

Panel (15), the red LED “I Phase” will light, the green LED “Power” will, however, remain lighted). The charger will be latched in this shut down condition and will NOT reset automatically even after the unit has cooled down. To reset, the AC input power on / off (9) switch at the back of the unit has to be switched off and on again.

PROTECTION AGAINST TRANSIENTS / SURGES IN THE AC INPUT

In a number of locations, the AC line input is not clean and may contain high voltage transients / surges. To prevent damage to the internal components against these unwanted high voltages, the charger uses a MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor) for protection. If surge / transient voltage higher than approximately 270 VAC appear in the AC input, the MOV will conduct and will blow the AC side fuse

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INSTALLATION

LOCATION, MOUNTING AND SAFETY

The charger is required to be installed in a safe, well ventilated and dry location. Please see the details given under “Important Safety Precautions”.

The charger can be mounted horizontally or vertically. When mounting vertically, please ensure that the axis of the fan rotor is horizontal (to reduce stress on the bearing).

OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Connectors with tubular, screw down type of terminals are used for output connection.

The diameter of the tubular hole of the connector is 8 mm (0.31 inches).

Two positive output connectors (1, 2) are provided for connecting to the positive terminalsof the 2 banks of batteries. One common connector (3) is provided for the negative connection.

TERMINAL LUGS FOR CONNECTION TO THE CHARGER

For firm connection when using stranded cable, crimp / solder “pin” style terminal lugs on the charger end of the DC cables used for connecting to the battery / other DC loads.

3 pieces of “pin” style terminal lugs have been provided as follows:

• For SEC-1245E

• For SEC-1260E

• For SEC-1280E

• For SEC-2425E

• For SEC-2440E

Will accomodate up to 25 Mmq cable

Will accomodate up to 35 Mmq cable

Will accomodate up to 35 Mmq cable

Will accomodate up to 10 Mmq cable

Will accomodate up to 25 Mmq cable

CABLES

To avoid polarity errors and possible damage, never use cables of only one color. Use red insulated cable(s) for positive connection(s) and black for negative connection(s).

Recommended DC cable sizes are given below (Based on a voltage drop of 2%). The length in feet is the length of the pair of the positive and negative DC cables from the charger to the battery / other DC loads.

Distance from battery

Up to 1.8Mtr

1.8 - 3.0 Mtr

3.0 - 6.0 Mtr

SEC-1245E SEC-1260E SEC-1280E SEC-2425E SEC-2440E

16 Mmq 25 Mmq

25 Mmq

35 Mmq

35 Mmq

70 Mmq

35 Mmq 10 Mmq 10 Mmq

50 Mmq 16 Mmq 16 Mmq

95 Mmq 25 Mmq 25 Mmq

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PREPARING THE CHARGER FOR OPERATION

AC INPUT CONNECTION

The charger is pre-set to operate from input AC voltage of 230 VAC, 50 Hz and is provided with a 1.8 M attached cord with European type plug. Please ensure that the

AC outlet is 2 pole, 3 wire grounding type - European type.

CONNECTING THE BATTERIES OR OTHER DC LOADS

The output of the charger has a common Negative (-) connector (3) and 2 Positive connectors(1, 2) for connection of 2 banks of batteries. Each Positive connector has its own internalisolating diode which works as a battery isolator. If more than one bank of batteries is connected, these will be charged at the same time as long as the AC power is available to the charger (the maximum charging current of 45A of SEC-1245E , 60 A of SEC-1260E, 80 A of SEC-1280E, 25A of

SEC-2425E and 40 A of SEC-2440E will be shared among the connected banks of the batteries depending upon their discharged states). In case the

AC power fails or if there is no output from the charger, the isolating diodes will prevent charging / discharging among the batteries connected to the banks.

CAUTION! When a single bank consisting of more than one battery in parallel is to be charged, make sure that their negatives are connected to the common negative connector (3) of the charger and their positives are connected to the same positive connector ( either 1 or 2) of the charger. For example, when charging a bank consisting of 3 batteries connected in parallel, their 3 negative terminals should be connected to the common negative terminal (3) of the charger and all their 3 positive terminals should be connected to the same positive terminal of the charger

( either 1 or 2). Alternatively, the negative terminals of the 3 batteries should first be shorted and then connected to the common negative terminal (3) of the charger and similarly, the 3 positive terminals of the battery should first be shorted and then connected to one of the2 positive terminals of the charger (either 1 or 2). When connecting a single battery or other DC load, it can be connected to the common negative(3) and any one of the 2 positive terminals (either 1 or 2)

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CHARGING MORE THAN ONE BANK OF BATTERIES

CAUTION! When charging more than one bank of batteries at the same time using

3 Stage Charging, ensure that the batteries in the banks are in a similar discharged condition. If one bank is completely discharged and another is almost fully charged, the bank that is fully charged will be subjected to over charge condition during the time when the charger remains in Stage 2 (“Uo” Phase) for charging the completely discharged bank.

If 2 banks of batteries are required to be charged and they are at different discharged conditions, select “Loaded Battery” (2 Stage Charging) with the help of switches

S1 and S2 of theset of 4 DIP Switches (5) (both S1 & S2 in off condition) –

See under “Selecting the Type of Battery and Charging Stages”.

SELECTING THE TYPE OF BATTERY AND CHARGING STAGES

The Float or Maintenance Charge Mode (“U” Phase) voltage and Absorption / Boost

ChargeMode (“Uo” Phase) voltage of different types of Lead Acid Batteries are different.3 Stage charging (Stages 1, 2 and 3) is recommended when charging stand alone, unloaded battery (The battery has no load connected to it when it is being charged).

When the charger is used to charge a battery and simultaneously supply an external load, the voltage level of Stage 2 is required to be set to the same level as the voltage of Stage 3 to prevent over-charging. Effectively, the battery will be charged in 2 stages only – Stage

1 and Stage 3. This also applies when two banks of batteries are being charged simultaneously and the batteries in the two banks are in a dissimilar state of discharge.

A pair of switches S1 & S2 out of a set of 4 DIP Switches (5) has been provided for selecting the battery type and for modifying the Boost Stage when charging loaded batteries / two banks of batteries with different discharged states. The following selections can be made with the help of the DIP Switches S1 and S2:

CAUTION! Do not change the DIP Switch setting when the charger is operating.

Always change the DIP Switch setting when the charger is off, i.e. after disconnecting the charger from the AC input power).

NOTE: The voltages are for battery temperature of 26,7º C

DIP Switch Setting for SEC-1245E, SEC-1260E & SEC-1280E

S1 S2 Float Boost Battery Type

/ Application

Charging Stages

Stand-alone charging

OFF * ON *

ON OFF

13.8 V *

13.8 V

Charging loaded battery or

13.8 V

Factory preset in this position

14.8 V * Fleece / AGM * 3 Stages (Stages 1, 2, 3)

14.4 V

13.8 V

Wet / Gel

Loaded Battery 2 Stages (Stages 1, 3)

(can be Flooded/

AGM / Wet / Gel)

3 Stages (Stages 1, 2, 3)

Charging two banks and the batteries in the two banks are in dissimilar discharged condition

OFF OFF

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DIP Switch Setting for SEC-2425E, SEC-2440E

S1 S2 Float Boost Battery Type

/ Application

Charging Stages

Stand-alone charging

OFF * ON *

ON OFF

27.6 V *

27.6 V

29.6 V * Fleece / AGM * 3 Stages (Stages 1, 2, 3)

28.8 V Wet / Gel 3 Stages (Stages 1, 2, 3)

Charging loaded battery or

Charging two banks and the batteries in the two banks are in dissimilar discharged condition

OFF OFF 27.6 V 27.6 V Loaded Battery 2 Stages (Stages 1, 3)

(can be Fleece/

AGM / Wet / Gel)

*Factory preset in this position

CAUTION!

Please ensure that position S1- ON and

S2 – ON is never selected

SELECTING THE TIME FOR STAGE 2 - CONSTANT OVERCHARGE VOLTAGE,

TIMED ABSORPTION / BOOST CHARGE MODE (“Uo” PHASE)

Stage 2 - Constant Overcharge Voltage, Timed Absorption / Boost Charge Mode (“Uo”

Phase) is controlled by an internal timer circuit. Time of 4 hours or 8 hours can be selected with the help of a pair of switches S3 & S4 of the set of 4 DIP Switches (5). Select the times as follows:

Time

4 hours*

8 hours

Disable

DIP Switch S3

Off*

On

Off

DIP Switch ST

On*

Off Gel

Off

Type of Battery

Fleece / wet gel

Gel & AGM

*Factory preset in this position

CAUTION!

Please ensure that position S3- ON and

S4 – ON is never selected

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REDUCTION OF MAXIMUM CHARGING CAPACITY TO HALF TO CHARGE

LOWER CAPACITY BATTERIES

Batteries should not be charged at very high currents to ensure long life. Normally, the maximum charging current should be limited to approximately C/5 (where C is the AH capacity of the battery at 20 hour rate). Thus, at the rated current capacities (45A for

SEC-1245E, 60 A for SEC-1260E, 80 A for SEC-1280E, 25A for SEC-2425E and

40 A for SEC-2440E), the minimum AH capacity of the battery that should be charged with the charger will be:

• 45 A x 5 = 225 AH for SEC-1245E

• 60 A x 5 = 300 AH for SEC-1260E

• 80 A x 5 = 400 AH for SEC-1280E

• 25 A x 5 = 125 AH for SEC-2425E

• 40 A x 5 = 200 AH for SEC-2440E

Thus, SEC-1245E should be used to charge battery with AH capacity >225 AH,

SEC-1260E should be used to charge battery with AH capacity > 300 AH,

SEC-1280E should beused to charge battery with AH capacity > 400 AH,

SEC-2425E should be used to charge battery with AH capacity >125 AH, and

SEC-2440E should be used to charge battery with AH capacity > 200 AH.

A provision has been made to reduce the maximum charging current to approximately half: 22.5A +/- 1 A for SEC-1245E 30 A +/- 1 A for SEC-1260E, 40 A

+/- 1 A for SEC-1280E, half: 12.5 A +/- 1 A for SEC-2425E and 20 A +/- 1 A for SEC-2440E. This mode is termed as “Half Power Mode”. This mode can be selected by pressing push switch (7) marked “Half Power Mode”. When selected, a Green LED (8) marked “Half Power” will be lighted. When “Half Power

Mode” is selected, batteries with the following minimum capacities can be charged:

• SEC-1245E - 112,5 AH and above

• SEC-1260E - 150 AH and above

• SEC-1280E - 200 AH and above

• SEC-2425E - 62,5 AH and above

• SEC-2440E - 100 AH and above

TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION

The cell voltages of a battery depend upon the temperature of the cells inside the battery.

The cells have a negative temperature coefficient – their voltage levels increase at lower temperature and decrease at higher temperature. The negative temperature coefficient is – 2.8 mV / º C / cell or - 16.8 mV / º C/ 6 cells for a 12 V battery or - 33.6 mV / º C/ 12 cells for a 24 V battery.

The battery and battery charger voltages are normally specified a t a t emperature of

26.7ºC. Thus, if the battery temperature is considerably lower than or higher than

26.7ºC, it will be under-charged or over-charged unless the battery charger has temperature compensation.

TEMPERATURE SENSOR PROBE TF-500 (optional)

This charger has a provision for temperature compensation A temperature sensor unit - Model No. TF-500 (16, 17)

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The temperature sensor comes with 5 Metre cable. It has a plug (17) on one end. Connect this plug into the jack marked TS (12) on the rear panel of the charger. The other end has the temperature sensor element (16). Mount this temperature sensor element flush with the top surface of the battery for proper heat transfer. When the temperature sensor is connected, the voltages during Stage 2 and Stage 3 are automatically adjusted as per the temperature of the battery and the above temperature coefficient.

REMOTE PANEL - MODEL NO. 900-RC

An optional wired Remote Panel Model No. 900-RC (15) can be ordered. It comes with 10 metres of flat ribbon cable (14) that has 8 position modular male connector on either end.

The Remote Panel (15) can be used to switch on / switch off the charger and also monitor the charging status of the charger from a remote location.

CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS

The Remote Panel has the following controls / indications:

• Keypad switch for switching on and switching off

• Red LED under “I Phase”

• Yellow LED under “Uo Phase” *

• Green LED under “U Phase”

• Green LED under “Power”

Note: When “ Loaded Battery” application is selected (see pages 16 & 17), this will indicate the Float stage (“U” Phase) as in this application, the Boost stage voltage (“Uo” Phase) is the same as the Float stage voltage (“U” Phase).

CONNECTION

To connect the Remote Panel to the charger, insert one connector of the flat ribbon cable

(14) into the modular jack on the Remote Panel (15) and the other connector to the modular jack (6) on the charger.

OPERATION

The charger should be first switched on with the help of the AC input power on / off switch

(9) located on rear panel of the charger.

The charger can now be switched on and off with the help of the keypad switch on the

Remote Panel (15).

INDICATIONS

Whenever the charger is switched on, the Green LED “Power” will be lighted. The other

LEDs indicate the charging status as follows:

• Red LED “I Phase” is lighted – Indicates that charger is in Stage 1 - ConstantCurrent,

Bulk Charge Mode (“I” Phase) and is delivering 45 A to 36 A (SEC- 1245E), 60 A to

48 A (SEC-1260E), 80 A to 64 A (SEC-1280E), 25A to 20 A (SEC-2425E) or 40 A to 32 A (SEC-2440E)

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• Yellow LED “Uo Phase” is lighted – Indicates that the charger is in Stage 2 –

Constant Overcharge Voltage, Timed Absorption / Boost Charge Stage (“Uo” Phase) and is delivering between 36 A to 4.5 A (SEC-1245E),48 A to 6 A (SEC-1260E), 64 A to 8 A (SEC-1280E), 20 A to 2.5 A (SEC-2425E) or between 32 A to 4 A (SEC2440E)

• Green LED “U Phase” is lighted – Indicates that the charger is in Stage 3 - Constant

Voltage, Float or Maintenance Charge Mode (“U”Phase). The charger is delivering

<4,5 A (SEC-1245E) < 6A (SEC-1260E), < 8 A (SEC-1280E)< 2.5 A (SEC-2425E) or < 4 A (SEC-2440E). The battery is fully charged.

OPERATION

SWITCHING ON / OFF

The charger is switched on /off with the illuminated AC input power on / off switch (9) located on the rear panel of the unit. The switch is illuminated Red when switched on.

INDICATION OF NORMAL OPERATION AND CHARGING STATUS

When the charger is switched on without any load, the Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel turns Red, Orange and then Green. The fan (11) will come on momentarily and switch off. If a Remote Panel is connected, its Green LED “Power” will light and the other

3 LEDs will light in sequence - “I” Phase (Red),“Uo” Phase (Yellow) and then

“U” Phase (Green).

If a battery or load is connected, the color of the Charging Indicator (4) on the front panel will indicate the charging status as follows:

• Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel is Red – Indicates that charger is in

Stage 1 - Constant Current, Bulk Charge Mode (“I” Phase) and is delivering current as follows:

SEC-1245E:

SEC-1260E:

SEC-1280E:

SEC-2425E:

SEC-2440E:

45 A to 36 A when in Normal Mode

22.5 A +/- 1A to 18 A when in Half Power Mode

60 A to 48 A when in Normal Mode

30 A +/- 1A to 24 A when in Half Power Mode

80 A to 64 A when in Normal Mode

40 A +/- 1A to 32 A when in Half Power Mode

25 A to 20 A when in Normal Mode

12.5 A +/- 1A to 10 A when in Half Power Mode

40 A to 32 A when in Normal Mode

20 A +/- 1A to 16 A when in Half Power Mode

• Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel is Orange – Indicates that the charger is in Stage 2 – Constant Overcharge Voltage, Timed Absorption / Boost Charge Stage

( “Uo” Phase) and is delivering the following current:

SEC-1245E >than 9,5A +/- 1A and < 36 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to

(Normal Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 36 A and > 4.5 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

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SEC-1245E >than 4,5A +/- 1A and < 18 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to

(Half Power Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 18 A and > 2 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

>than 8.5A +/- 1A and < 48 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to SEC-1260E

(Normal Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 48 A and > 6 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

> than 4.25A +/- 1A and < 24 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” SEC-1260E

(Half Power Mode) to Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 24 A and > 3 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”) SEC-

> than 10A +/- 1A and < 64 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to 1280E

(Normal Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 64 A and > 8 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo”to Float Phase “U”) SEC-

> than 5A +/- 1A and < 32 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” 1280E

(Half Power Mode) to Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 32 A and > 4 A +/-0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

>than 4.5A +/- 1A and < 18 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to SEC-2425E

(Normal Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 18 A and > 2.25 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

>than 2.25A +/- 1A and < 9 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to SEC-2425E

(Half Power Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 9 A and > 1 A +/- 0.5A

SEC-2440E

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

> than 5A +/- 1A and < 32 A (when moving from Float Phase “U” to

(Normal Mode) Boost Phase “Uo”)or < 32 A and > 4 A +/- 0.5A

SEC-2440E

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo” to Float Phase “U”)

> than 2.5A +/- 1A and < 16 A (when moving from Float Phase “U”

(Half Power Mode) to Boost Phase “Uo”) or < 16 A and > 2 A +/- 0.5A

(When moving from Boost Phase “Uo”to Float Phase “U”)

• Charging Indicator LED (4) on the front panel is Green – Indicates that the charger is in Stage 3 - Constant Voltage, Float or Maintenance Charge Mode (“U” Phase). The charger is delivering < 4.5 A +/- 0.5 A (SEC-1245E) < 8.5 A +/- 0.5 A (SEC-1260E),

< 10 A +/- 0.5 A (SEC-1280E), < 2.5 A +/- 0.5 A (SEC-2425E) or < 2.5 A +/- 0.5 A

(SEC- 2440E). The battery is fully charged. When the battery is fully charged, it will draw very low current to compensate for its self discharge.

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CHARGING A BATTERY INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE

Follow these steps when the battery is installed in a vehicle. A spark near a battery may cause battery explosion. For safety and to reduce the risk of spark near the battery:

1. Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door or moving engine parts.

2. Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can cause injury to persons.

3. Check the polarity of the battery posts. A Positive (Pos, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than a Negative (Neg, N, -) post.

4. Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis

(engine block). if the Negative post is grounded to the Engine Block (as in most vehicles), see sub paragraph 5. If the Positive post is grounded, see sub paragraph 6.

5. For a Negative grounded vehicle, connect the Positive (Red) DC cable from the charger to the Positive of the battery post. Connect the Negative (Black) DC cable from the charger to a section of heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block which is away from battery. Do not connect to carburetor, fuel lines or sheet metal body parts.

6. For a Positive grounded vehicle, connect the Negative (Black) DC cable from the charger to the Negative of the battery post. Connect the Positive (Red) DC cable from the charger to a section of heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block which is away from battery. Do not connect to carburetor, fuel lines or sheet metal body parts. 7.Connect the charger AC power cord to the AC outlet.

8. When disconnecting the charger, turn switches to off, disconnect AC power cord, remove connection from the vehicle chassis and then remove connection from the battery terminal.

CHARGING A BATTERY OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

Follow these steps when the battery is outside the vehicle. A spark near the battery may cause battery explosion. For safety and to reduce risk of spark near the battery, connect the charger as follows:

1. Check the polarity of the battery posts. A Positive (Pos, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than a Negative (Neg, N, -) post.

2. Attach a piece of at least 1.8mtr. of 16 Mmq (SEC-1245E/2425E) 25 Mmq

(SEC-1260E/1280E/2440E) 4 insulated battery cable to the Negative battery post.

3. Connect the Positive (Red) DC cable from the charger to the Positive battery post

4. Position yourself and the free end of the piece of cable attached to the Negative post as far away from the battery as possible and then connect the Negative

(Black) DC cable from the charger to the free end of the piece of cable attached to the Negative battery post.

5. Do not face the battery when making the final connection.

6. Connect the charger AC power cord to the AC outlet.

7. When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break the first connection while standing as far away from the battery as practical.

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POWERING OTHER DC LOADS

The charger can be used as a power supply or as a DC UPS (DC Un-interruptible Power

Supply. For both these applications, first set switches S1 and S2 of DIP Switch (5) to off position to set the charger to work in 2 stage mode (See under “Selecting the Type of

Battery and Charging Stages”).

USING THE CHARGER AS A POWER SUPPLY

To use as a power supply, first switch off the DC load. Connect the DC load between the common negative terminal and one of the 2 positive terminals (either 1 or 2). Ensure that the maximum current drawn by the DC load is below the maximum current rating of the charger. Switch on the charger and then the DC load.

USING THE CHARGER AS A DC UPS

In a DC UPS (Un-interruptible Power Supply) , the charger simultaneously powers the DC load as well as the battery. As long as the AC power to the charger is available and the charger is working normally, the charger will supply the DC load as well as charge / float the battery.

In case the AC power fails or if the charger stops working, the battery will automatically power the DC load. As soon as the AC power to the charger is restored, the DC load will once again be fed by the charger and at the same time the battery will be recharged.

CAUTION! Please ensure that the sum of the current drawn by the DC load and the current desired for charging the battery is less than the maximum current capacity of the charger.

To use as a DC UPS, first switch off the DC load and connect it to the battery.

Now connect the battery to the charger as explained above under “Charging a Battery outside the Vehicle”

Switch on the charger and then switch on the DC load.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The symptoms of abnormal operation and the possible cause(s) and remedies are given in the succeeding paragraphs

There is no output. The AC power on / off switch (9) does not illuminate when switched on. The charging indicator LED (4) is off (On the Remote Panel (15), the Green LED under “Power” is off).

a) There is no AC input voltage in the outlet: Check that AC power is available in the AC outlet receptacle and that it is switched on.

b) The AC input side fuse is blown due to:

• High input voltage - Check that the input voltage is 230 VAC nominal (normal range is 207 to 253 VAC).

• High voltage transients / surges in the AC input line – Ensure that the AC input voltage is clean and does not have high voltage transients / surges. Input voltage surges / transients > 340 VAC (for 230 VAC input) will blow the AC side fuse.

Use a suitable AC line conditioner / surgesuppressor, if necessary.

• The unit has become defective – If fuse is not blowing due to the above two causes, the unit has become defective.

There is no output voltage and the Charging Indicator LED (4) is red (On the Remote

Panel (15), the Red LED under “I Phase” is lighted, the Green LED under “Power” is lighted).

a) The DC side output fuse is blown. The DC side fuse will blow if the battery is connected in wrong polarity. Ensure that the Positive battery post is connected to the Positive connector of the charger (either Bank 1 or Bank 2) and the Negative battery post is connected to the Negative connector (common) of the charger. Replace the fuse with the fuse with the properrating.

b) The battery / DC load is shorted. Check and remove the short circuit. The charger will latch in the off condition if it was shut down due to short circuit and will NOT re-set

automatically. To re-set, switch off the AC power input on / off switch (9) and switch on again.

c) Shut down due to high temperature. Check that the cooling fan is working, the air vents are not clogged and the ambient temperature is not very high. The charger will be latched in this shut down condition and will NOT reset automatically even after the unit has cooled down. To reset, the AC input power on / off (9) switch has to be switched off and on again.

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When the charger is powered and is being used as a DC power supply / UPS, the output voltage drops when the DC load is switched on or increased.

The charger is being forced into current limit condition. The load is trying to draw current more than the current limit value of the charger 45 A for Normal operation & 22.5A

for Half Power Mode +/- 1 A for SEC-1245E, 60 A for Normal operation & 30 A

+/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode” for SEC-1260E, 80 A for Normal operation &

40 A +/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode” for SEC-1280E, 25 A for Normal operation

& 12.5 A +/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode” for SEC-2425E and 40 A for Normal operation & 20 A +/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode” for SEC-2440E (the current limit value is the maximum specified charging Amps). Once the load current reaches the current limit value, the current limit circuit is activated and the output voltage drops. Some loads like motors, compressors, incandescent lamps, halogen lamps, heating elements, relays, coils, capacitors etc. draw very large inrush / starting currents which may reach up to 10 times their normal operating currents. Ensure that the starting / inrush current or the maximum operating current of the load is lower than the current limit value of the charger. Do not use a load that draws more than

45A for “Half Power Mode” & 22.5 A +/- 1 A for SEC-1245E, 60 A (30 A +/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode”) for SEC-1260E, 80 A (40 A +/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode”) for SEC-1280E, 25A for “Half Power Mode” 12.5+/- 1A for SEC-2425 or more than

40 A (20 A +/- 1 A for “Half Power Mode”) for SEC-2440E. Once the load current is reduced below the above limiting values, the charger will recover automatically.

The battery is getting over charged / overheated / loses water or boils.

a) There is an external load connected to the battery when it is being charged. 3-stage charging is recommended for charging stand-alone or unloaded batteries (there is no loadconnected to the battery when it is being charged). If a load is also connected simultaneously, a part of the charger’s output current will be diverted to this load.

Thus, the charger may remain locked in Stage 2 if the current drawn by the load is more than the preset value of threshold current determining transition from Stage 2 to Stage 3. This will lead to overcharging, overheating and loss of electrolyte.

For charging a battery when a load is also connected simultaneously, Stage 2 voltage should be the same as Stage 3 voltage (Stage 2 is disabled). Select

“Loaded Battery” with the help of DIP Switches S1 and S2 of the set of 4 DIP

Switches (5) – See under “Selecting the Type of Battery and Charging Stages”.

b) Two banks of batteries are being charged and the batteries in the two banks are in dissimilar state of discharge. When charging more than one bank of batteries at the same time using 3 Stage Charging, ensure that the batteries in the banks are in a similar discharged condition. If one bank is completly discharged and another is almost fully charged, the bank that is fully charged will be subjected to over charge condition during the time when the charger remains in Stage 2 for charging the completely discharged bank. If 2 banks of batteries are required to be charged and they are at different discharged conditions, select “2 Stage Charging” with the help of switches S1 and S2 of the set of 4 Dip Switches (5) (both S1 & S2 in off condition) – See under “Selecting the Type of Battery and Charging Stages”.

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The battery is taking excessively long time to fully recharge or

When the charger is powered and is being used as a DC power supply / UPS, the output voltage drops at lower DC load currents

The unit is in “Half Power Mode”. (Green LED (8) located on the bottom left corner of the front panel of the unit is lighted). When this mode is selected, the maximum charging current will be automatically reduced to 22.5 A+/- 1 A for SEC-1245E, 30 A +/- 1 A for SEC-1260E, 40 A +/- 1 A for SEC-1280E, 12.5A +/- 1 A for SEC-2425E and

20 A +/-1 A for SEC-2440E. Hence, the charging time will increase. Switch off the

“Half Power Mode” if the full rated charging capacity is required.

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL FUSE RATINGS

Both the AC input side and DC output side have fuses.

The AC input side fuse is housed in a fuse holder (10) and is located on the rear panel.

It is rated at 250 V, Time Delay (Size 5mm x 20 mm, ceramic tube). Current ratings are as follows:

SEC-1245E

SEC-1260E

SEC-2425E

SEC-1280E

SEC-2440E

6 A

8 A

10 A

6 A

10 A

The DC side fuses are located inside the unit. To access these fuses, remove the bottom cover.

These are automotive blade fuses (for example, “Bussmann” Type ATC) rated as follows:

SEC-1245E

SEC-1260E

SEC-1280E

SEC-2425E

SEC-2440E

2 pieces in parallel, each rated at 32 V, 30 A

2 pieces in parallel, each rated at 32 V, 35 A

3 pieces in parallel, each rated at 32 V, 30 A

3 pieces in parallel, each rated at 32 V, 20 A

3 pieces in parallel, each rated at 32 V, 15 A

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SPECIFICATIONS

PARAMETER

Nominal Input Voltage

Input Current

At 230 VAC input

Output Voltage, VDC

Absorption / Boost, “Uo”*

Float / Maintenance, “U”*

Maximum Bulk Charging Current, I

Normal operation

Half Power Mode

Threshold of Current for Change Over

From Float “U” to Boost “Uo”

From Boost “Uo” to Float “U”

Duration for Absorption or

Boost Stage, Uo

Temperature Compensation (Optional)

Wired Remote Panel (Optional)

Cooling

Protections overload

Short Circuit

Reverse polarity

Thermal overload

Output Banks

Output Connector

Operating Temperature Range

SEC-1245E

230 VAC /50 Hz

(207 to 253 VAC)

5.2A

14.8 V/14.4 V +/-0.05 V

13.8 V +/-0.05 V

45A

22 - 23A

9.5 A +/-1 A

4.5 A+/-0,5 A

4 Hours or 8 Hours

(Switch selectable)

Yes. With sensor TF-500

Yes. Model 900-RC

By fan yes yes yes yes

2

Tubular hole (dia 8 mm) with set screw

0ºC to 40ºC

2 Pin European schuko Input Power Cord (Attached)

Fuses

AC Input Side (6 mm x 30 mm; Slow Blow Type)

For 230 VAC 6.3A / 250 V

DC Output Side (Automotive Blade Type, e.g.

Bussmann “ATC”)

In parallel

Dimensions (L x W x H), mm

Weight

32 V, 35 A x 2 pcs.

330 x 230 x 108

4 Kg

Notes: * The charging voltages shown are applicable at battery temperature of 26.7ºC

The above specifications are subject to change without notice

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SPECIFICATIONS

PARAMETER

Nominal Input Voltage

Input Current

At 230 VAC input

Output Voltage, VDC

Absorption / Boost, “Uo”*

Float / Maintenance, “U”*

Maximum Bulk Charging Current, I

Normal operation

Half Power Mode

Threshold of Current for Change Over

From Float “U” to Boost “Uo”

From Boost “Uo” to Float “U”

Duration for Absorption or

Boost Stage, Uo

Temperature Compensation (Optional)

Wired Remote Panel (Optional)

Cooling

Protections overload

Short Circuit

Reverse polarity

Thermal overload

Output Banks

Output Connector

Operating Temperature Range

SEC-1260E

230 VAC /50 Hz

(207 to 253 VAC)

6.8A

14.8 V/14.4 V +/-0.05 V

13.8 V +/-0.05 V

60A

30A +/-1 A

8.5 A +/-1 A

6 A+/-0,5 A

4 Hours or 8 Hours

(Switch selectable)

Yes. With sensor TF-500

Yes. Model 900-RC

By fan yes yes yes yes

2

Tubular hole (dia 8 mm) with set screw

0ºC to 40ºC

2 Pin European schuko Input Power Cord (Attached)

Fuses

AC Input Side (6 mm x 30 mm; Slow Blow Type)

For 230 VAC input 8A / 250 V

DC Output Side (Automotive Blade Type, e.g.

Bussmann “ATC”)

In parallel

Dimensions (L x W x H), mm

Weight

32 V, 35 A x 2 pcs.

330 x 230 x 108

4 Kg

Notes: * The charging voltages shown are applicable at battery temperature of 26.7ºC

The above specifications are subject to change without notice

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SPECIFICATIONS

PARAMETER

Nominal Input Voltage

Input Current

At 230 VAC input

Output Voltage, VDC

Absorption / Boost, “Uo”*

Float / Maintenance, “U”*

Maximum Bulk Charging Current, I

Normal operation

Half Power Mode

Threshold of Current for Change Over

From Float “U” to Boost “Uo”

From Boost “Uo” to Float “U”

Duration for Absorption or

Boost Stage, Uo

Temperature Compensation (Optional)

Wired Remote Panel (Optional)

Cooling

Protections overload

Short Circuit

Reverse polarity

Thermal overload

Output Banks

Output Connector screw

SEC-1280E

230 VAC /50-60 Hz

(207 to 253 VAC)

8.7A

14.8 V/14.4 V +/-0.05 V

13.8 V +/-0.05 V

80A

40A +/-1 A

10 A +/-1 A

8 A+/-0,5 A

4 Hours or 8 Hours

(Switch selectable)

Yes. With sensor TF-500

Yes. Model 900-RC

By fan yes yes yes yes

2

Tubular hole (dia 8 mm) with set

Operating Temperature Range

Input Power Cord (Attached)

Fuses

AC Input Side (6 mm x 30 mm; Slow Blow Type)

0ºC to 40ºC

2 Pin European schuko

10A /250 V For 230 VAC input

DC Output Side (Automotive Blade Type, e.g.

Bussmann “ATC”)

In parallel

Dimensions (L x W x H), mm

Weight

32 V, 30 A x 3 pcs.

382 x 230 x 108

5,5 Kg

Notes: * The charging voltages shown are applicable at battery temperature of 26.7ºC

The above specifications are subject to change without notice

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SPECIFICATIONS

PARAMETER

Nominal Input Voltage

Input Current

At 230 VAC input

Output Voltage, VDC

Absorption / Boost, “Uo”*

Float / Maintenance, “U”*

Maximum Bulk Charging Current, I

Normal operation

Half Power Mode

Threshold of Current for Change Over

From Float “U” to Boost “Uo”

From Boost “Uo” to Float “U”

Duration for Absorption or

Boost Stage, Uo

Temperature Compensation (Optional)

Wired Remote Panel (Optional)

Cooling

Protections overload

Short Circuit

Reverse polarity

Thermal overload

Output Banks

Output Connector

Operating Temperature Range

SEC-2425E

230 VAC /50-60 Hz

(207 to 253 VAC)

5.6A

29.6 V/28.8 V +/-0.05 V

27.6 V +/-0.05 V

25A

12-13 A+/-1 A

7A +/-1A

3 A+/-0.5 A

4 Hours or 8 Hours

(Switch selectable)

Yes. With sensor TF-500

Yes. Model 900-RC

By fan yes yes yes yes

2

Tubular hole (dia 8 mm) with set screw

0ºC to 40ºC

2 Pin European schuko Input Power Cord (Attached)

Fuses

AC Input Side (6 mm x 30 mm; Slow Blow Type)

For 230 VAC input 10 A /250 V

DC Output Side (Automotive Blade Type, e.g.

Bussmann “ATC”)

In parallel

Dimensions (L x W x H), mm

Weight

32 V, 15 A x 3pcs.

382 x 230 x 108

4 Kg

Notes: * The charging voltages shown are applicable at battery temperature of 26.7ºC

The above specifications are subject to change without notice

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SPECIFICATIONS

PARAMETER

Nominal Input Voltage

Input Current

At 230 VAC input

Output Voltage, VDC

Absorption / Boost, “Uo”*

Float / Maintenance, “U”*

Maximum Bulk Charging Current, I

Normal operation

Half Power Mode

Threshold of Current for Change Over

From Float “U” to Boost “Uo”

From Boost “Uo” to Float “U”

Duration for Absorption or

Boost Stage, Uo

Temperature Compensation (Optional)

Wired Remote Panel (Optional)

Cooling

Protections overload

Short Circuit

Reverse polarity

Thermal overload

Output Banks

Output Connector

Operating Temperature Range

SEC-2440E

230 VAC /50-60 Hz

(207 to 253 VAC)

8.7A

29.6 V/28.8 V +/-0.05 V

27.6 V +/-0.05 V

40A

20 A+/-1 A

5A +/-0.5A

4 A+/-0.5 A

4 Hours or 8 Hours

(Switch selectable)

Yes. With sensor TF-500

Yes. Model 900-RC

By fan yes yes yes yes

2

Tubular hole (dia 8 mm) with set screw

0ºC to 40ºC

2 Pin European schuko Input Power Cord (Attached)

Fuses

AC Input Side (6 mm x 30 mm; Slow Blow Type)

For 230 VAC input 10 A /250 V

DC Output Side (Automotive Blade Type, e.g.

Bussmann “ATC”)

In parallel

Dimensions (L x W x H), mm

Weight

32 V, 15 A x 3pcs.

382 x 230 x 108

5.5Kg

Notes: * The charging voltages shown are applicable at battery temperature of 26.7ºC

The above specifications are subject to change without notice

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

2 YEAR Limited Warranty

SEC-1245E / SEC-1260E / SEC-1280E / SEC-2425E / SEC-2440E battery chargers manufactured by Samlex Europe, (the “Warrantor”) are warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service. This warranty is in effect for 2 years from the date of purchase by the user (the “Purchaser”).

For a warranty claim, the Purchaser should contact the place of purchase to obtain a

Return Authorization Number.

The defective part or unit should be returned at the Purchaser’s expense to the authorized location. A written statement describing the nature of the defect, the date of purchase, the place of purchase, and the Purchaser’s name, address and telephone number should also be included.

If upon the Warrantor’s examination, the defect proves to be the result of defective materialor workmanship, the equipment will be repaired or replaced at the Warrantor’s option without charge, and returned to the Purchaser at the Warrantor’s expense.

No refund of the purchase price will be granted to the Purchaser, unless the Warrantor is unable to remedy the defect after having a reasonable number of opportunities to do so.

Warranty service shall be performed only by the Warrantor. Any attempt to remedy the defect by anyone other than the Warrantor shall render this warranty void.

There shall be no warranty for defects or damages caused by faulty installation or hook-up, abuse or misuse of the equipment including exposure to excessive heat, salt or fresh waterspray, or water immersion.

No other express warranty is hereby given and there are no warranties which extend beyond those described herein. This warranty is expressly in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability, fitness for the ordinary purposes for which such goods are used, or fitness for a particular purpose, or any other obligations on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and representatives.

There shall be no responsibility or liability whatsoever on the part of the Warrantor or its employees and representatives for injury to any persons, or damage to person or persons, or damage to property, or loss of income or profit, or any other consequential or resulting damage which may be claimed to have been incurred through the use or sale of the equipment, including any possible failure of malfunction of the equipment, or part thereof.

The Warrantor assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages of any kind.

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Notes:

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AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER

Switch Mode Battery Charger

Model No.

SEC - 1245E

SEC - 1260E

SEC - 1280E

SEC - 2425E

SEC - 2440E

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read this manual before operating your charger