Information Solutions

Information Solutions

Douglas

DataTrac

™

Wireless Battery Data

Recorder and Transmitter

Installation and Operation Manual

June 2013

3-3005-44-01

If after carefully following the instructions in this manual, you have difficulty installing or operating the product described, contact technical support at www.DouglasBattery.com

Note

This document is based on information available at the time of its publication.

While efforts have been made to be accurate, the information contained herein does not purport to cover all details or variations in hardware or software, nor to provide for every possible contingency in connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Features may be described herein which are not present in all systems.

Aker Wade Power Technologies, LLC

4035 Hunterstand Court

Charlottesville, VA 22911

T 434.975.6001

F 434.975.0984

© Copyright 2013 Aker Wade Power Technologies, LLC. All rights reserved. All trademarks and logos are the property of Aker Wade

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except DataTrac

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and Douglas Data Manager

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, which are trademarks of

EnerSys

®

. Subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

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Contents

Section 1: Introduction

Features and Capabilities

Data Available for Analysis

DataTrac Software Tools

Section 2: Specifications

Section 3: Safety Precautions

Section 4: Setup and Initialization

Configuring a PC to Communicate with the DataTrac

Testing Communications with the DataTrac

Initializing the DataTrac

Section 5: DataTrac Installation

For Battery Installation to Track Single-Battery Usage Data

Truck Installation for Tracking Throughput Measurements in Battery Change-Out Operations

Removing the DataTrac Unit for All Installations

Section 6: Optional Accessories

Section 7: Reading DataTrac Battery Data

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Section 1: Introduction

Connect the DataTrac and enhance your ability to manage battery usage, maintenance and overall life. Start tracking daily usage, charge return, temperature, water level and equalization events. With the DataTrac, you’ll collect data needed to:

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Confirm operator compliance charging and equalizing

Identify battery maintenance needs

Easily optimize fleet size and truck operation

Features and Capabilities

DataTrac is an intelligent battery data-collection device for use with industrial battery applications. It contains instrumentation to continuously measure temperature, current and voltage. DataTrac is available with a split-core current transducer, for applications which require portability and with a solid core transducer, which is designed to be installed permanently on a single battery for long term energy metering applications. DataTrac has an internal sensor which it uses to monitor temperature. It can also be configured with an external thermistor which can be inserted between two battery cells, for more precise temperature measurements. It can optionally be configured to monitor battery electrolyte level and to drive a 24V solid-state relay.

DataTrac can have one or two serial ports. One serial port is used for host communication and is typically configured with a Bluetooth

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radio for wireless communications but can also be configured as an RS232 port for communicating with a truck based host computer. The other serial port may be used in some applications to communicate with the charger via an isolated RS232 serial port.

It continuously monitors the state of the battery after being configured and started by the user. Data is retained in onboard flash memory and events are recorded detailing the operating condition of the battery. At all times the battery is considered to be in one of three states:

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Charging

Discharging

Idle

When DataTrac determines that the state of the battery has changed, an event record is generated and stored that records the cumulative data of the state that has just ended, and a new summary recording the data of the new state is started.

In addition, key high and low values measured during the operating state are recorded with this event record.

® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

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Data Available For Analysis

• Start Time and Date, Total Time and Total Ampere hours for each charge profile state (Charge, Discharge or Idle)

• Battery Temperature, voltage and electrolyte sensor level (for units with this option installed) at beginning and end of each charge profile state

• Summaries for total plug-ins, average charge duration, average AHRs returned, calculated daily and averaged over entire measurement period

• Battery or Truck Identification (Serial/ Model Number) can be configured on the

DataTrac for easy report identification

DataTrac data is divided into three types:

Configuration Data contains the data necessary to manage the operation of

DataTrac, including battery and truck serial numbers, battery configuration and put in service date.

Event Data is a record of the operation of the battery to which DataTrac is attached. Events are recorded for each operating state of the battery (charge, discharge and idle). Event data is used to compile an accurate record of battery use.

Summary Data contains aggregate usage data which is compiled by software analysis tools.

DataTrac Software Tools

The Douglas Data Manager application software is used to configure the DataTrac and analyze the data that it collects. Douglas Data Manager communicates with

DataTrac via Bluetooth and compiles and displays the data in different formats for the end users: analysis such as ampere hours returned, temperature over time and

SOC over time. Douglas Data Manager uses a standard SQL database to maintain

DataTrac data, so that it can be easily accessed by any third party application.

For more information on using Douglas Data Manager with DataTrac devices, see the Douglas Data Manager User’s Manual.

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Section 2: Specifications

Name

Nominal Battery Voltage

Description

24 V – 80 V

Operating Voltage

Operating Temperature

10 V – 110 V

-4º F – 158º F (-20º C – 70º C)

Bi-directional Current Measurement

Allows for throughput data collection using a Hall effect sensor which can measure +/- 600A

Voltage Measurement

Temperature

Electrolyte Level Detection

Continuous monitoring of overall battery voltage. Can be installed on truck or battery

Internal sensor or optional external thermistor

Interface

Real Time Clock

With optional electrolyte sensor

Bluetooth

® communication

Time keeping and stamping of data

Data Collection

Data Storage

Wireless Range

Upload data to PC or ExpressLink

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via Bluetooth

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4000 event log records

Up to 100 meters

Power Consumption

Protection

Packaging

Physical Dimensions

1 Watt (integrated 950mWhr backup)

• Over voltage

• Reverse Polarity Protection

• Water and acid resistant

• UL 94V-0

5.0”L

× 2.0”W ×1.2”H

Compliance

Classified by UL

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to UL 583

Table 1. Specifications for DataTrac

® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

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Section 3: Safety Precautions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.

This danger symbol indicates that personnel must practice safety procedures in order to prevent equipment damage, bodily injury, or death.

CAUTION! Installation of DataTrac must be performed by qualified personnel only.

CAUTION! Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous.

Batteries can generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that you read these instructions and follow them exactly.

• Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near the battery.

• If battery acid contacts the skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for a minimum of 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.

• Make sure that the area in which you are working is well ventilated.

• NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery.

• Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It is capable of producing a spark or short-circuiting the battery or other electrical part and causing an explosion

• Turn off all the electrical loads on the vehicle and set the brake before installing or removing the DataTrac unit.

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CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

Ce manuel comporte des consignes importantes de sécurité et d’utilisation.

Ce symbole de danger indique que le personnel doit suivre les procédures de sécurité de façon à prévenir une détérioration de l’équipement, un dommage corporel ou la mort.

ATTENTION! L’installation de L’DataTrac doit être effectuée uniquement par du personnel qualifié.

ATTENTION! Travailler à proximité de batteries plomb-acide est dangereux.

• Les batteries peuvent générer des gaz explosifs durant leur fonctionnement normal. Pour cette raison, il est de la plus grande importance de lire ces instructions et de les suivre à la lettre.

• Porter des lunettes de protection et une combinaison de protection. Éviter de se toucher les yeux pendant le travail à proximité de la batterie.

• Si l’acide de la batterie entre en contact avec la peau ou les vêtements, laver immédiatement avec du savon et de l’eau. Si l’acide entre dans l’œil, rincer immédiatement abondamment à l’eau froide en la laissant couler pendant un minimum de 10 minutes et consulter immédiatement un médecin.

• S’assurer que l’espace de travail est ventilé correctement.

• Ne JAMAIS fumer ou allumer d’étincelle ou de flamme à proximité de la batterie.

• Être extrêmement prudent pour ne pas laisser tomber un outil en métal sur la batterie. Ceci pourrait produire une étincelle ou un court-circuit au niveau de la batterie ou d’un autre composant électrique et provoquer une explosion.

• Éteindre toutes les charges électriques sur le véhicule et serrer le frein à main avant d’installer ou de retirer l’unité DataTrac.

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Section 4: Setup and Initialization

Configuring a PC to Communicate with the DataTrac

To communicate with the DataTrac from a PC, the PC must have a Bluetooth radio installed (supplied with the Douglas Data Manager product) and be running the Douglas Data Manager software. Refer to the Douglas Data Manager User’s

Manual for installing the software and the Bluetooth radio.

Testing Communications with the DataTrac

To verify that PC can communicate with DataTrac, prior to installing the DataTrac on a truck or battery:

1. Gather Tools: DataTrac unit, DC power supply with output of at least 12 volts and no more than 100 volts (such as bench power supply or 12V DC transformer), PC with Douglas Data Manager software and Bluetooth radio.

2. Attach the red wire power lead of the DataTrac unit to the positive connection of the DC power supply and the black wire power lead to the negative connection. Apply power to the DC supply.

3. The red and green LEDs will blink rapidly as the DataTrac unit powers up. After a delay of several seconds, you will see the green light of the unit begin to blink, indicating that it is collecting data and ready to communicate with a host PC.

Note:

Only the green LED should be blinking on the DataTrac unit. If the DataTrac unit is configured with an Electrolyte level sensor and the sensor is either not installed or detects a low Electrolyte level, the red LED will blink steadily. Any other blink patterns are indicative of an error. If the unit displays any of the following LED patterns, please call customer service:

• Red and green LED flashing simultaneously – Real time clock error (Battery may need to be replaced)

• Red and green LED flashing alternating – Unit has not been calibrated or has lost calibration

• Red LED flashing 3 short bursts, followed by long burst - hardware error.

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Initializing DataTrac

Follow the instructions in the Douglas Data Manager User’s Manual for Creating an

Douglas Data Manager database and Configuring the DataTrac unit.

Once the unit has been configured, the “get current values” function can be used to make sure that the unit is reading voltage, current and temperature properly.

If the DataTrac unit is being deployed in a new location, you may also want to clear the event data on the unit. DataTrac can store 4087 charge/discharge events, so it is generally not necessary to clear events.

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If the DataTrac unit is being deployed in a new location, you may also want to clear the event data on the unit. DataTrac can store 4087 charge/discharge events, so it is generally not necessary to clear events.

Note: The internal temperature sensor of the DataTrac unit will usually read a few degrees higher than the ambient temperature, because of a slight rise in temperature from components inside the unit case.

Note: Generally it is a good idea to clear events when changing the Data Trac time, to avoid confusion when reading event reports.

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Section 5: DataTrac Installation

Installation of DataTrac must be performed by qualified personnel only. Be sure to follow all safety instructions described in Section 3.

L’installation de l’DataTrac doit être effectuée uniquement par du personnel qualifié. S’assurer de suivre toutes les consignes de sécurité décrites dans la section 3.

Note: For dual lead batteries, make sure the Hall Effect goes around the positive cable that is used for BOTH charging AND discharging.

Note: For all installation scenarios, the red LED on the DataTrac unit should always be OFF. If it is ON or blinking, contact qualified service personnel.

For Battery Installation to Track Single-Battery Usage Data

1. Gather Tools, DataTrac unit, 2 (#6) self-tapping screws with ring terminals, 4” and

8” cable ties, 1/4” socket & ratchet or nut driver, 1A inline fuse, 1/8” drill bit and drill.

2. Attach the Hall Effect transducer. For the solid core unit, remove the battery

SB, SBX or Euro connector and slide the positive battery cable through the Hall

Effect unit, so that the arrows on the HE unit point towards the positive battery post.

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CAUTION! Make sure that the battery lead does not come into contact with any part of the battery or truck.

ATTENTION! S’assurer que le plomb de la batterie ne rentre pas en contact avec un composant quelconque de la batterie ou du camion.

Note: For dual lead batteries, make sure the Hall Effect goes around the positive cable that is used for BOTH charging AND discharging.

For the split core unit, it is not necessary to remove the battery SB or SBX connector.

Simply open the HE unit and snap it shut around the positive battery lead, so that the arrows on the HE unit point towards the positive battery post.

Note: For dual lead batteries, make sure the Hall Effect goes around the positive cable that is used for BOTH charging AND discharging.

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3. Once the Hall Effect device has been secured around the positive battery cable, lay the DataTrac unit on top of the battery, in a location where it will not interfere with the normal operation of the truck or battery.

4. Connect Power. To attach the power leads to battery terminals, first drill a pilot hole on the positive and negative battery terminals with a 1/8” drill bit. Be careful to only drill into the lead a little at a time and then remove the excess material from the bit. Place the red wire ring terminal over pre-drilled hole on the positive terminal and secure by screwing in #6 self-tapping screw, use 1/4” socket or nut driver. Repeat this procedure for the negative terminal.

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CAUTION! A (1) Amp, 250V inline fuse must be added at the termination point of the DataTrac positive power connection, so that in the event that the DataTrac power lead is damaged, it does not create a possible current path.

ATTENTION! Un fusible en série de 250 V, 1 A doit être ajouté au point de terminaison de la connexion électrique positive de l’DataTrac, afin qu’un passage de courant ne soit pas créé dans le cas où le câble d’alimentation est endommagé.

5. For units configured with external thermistor only - To install the thermistor, locate a position near the middle of the battery between four cells. This location should not have a metal plate running between the cells. Use the Phillips screwdriver to make a small passage for the battery thermistor. Holding the battery thermistor at the top, slide it down and into the passage made by the screwdriver.

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6. For units configured with electrolyte level sensor only - To install the electrolyte level sensor, drill a ½ inch diameter hole in the top of the cell to be monitored.

This must not be the first (lowest voltage) cell of the battery. Insert the level sensor into the cell. Connect the blue return wire to the negative post of battery cell which is immediately adjacent to, and 2V less than the cell with the sensor.

Note: Pay careful attention to the orientation of the cells when connecting the EL sensor wires. The voltage across the two wires must not exceed 4V.

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7. Secure all wires from the DataTrac using Velcro or cables ties, ensuring no loose or slack wires are left hanging.

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Truck Installation for Tracking Throughput Measurements in Battery Change-Out

Operations

1. Gather Tools, DataTrac unit, 2(#6) self-tapping screws with ring terminals, 4” and

8” cable ties, 1/4” socket and ratchet or nut driver, small Phillips screwdriver, electrical tape.

2. Position the DataTrac on the lift truck in a location where it will not be damaged nor create interference during normal operation and battery change-out.

3. Attach the Hall Effect transducer. For the solid core unit, remove the SB connector that goes to the battery, and slide the positive cable through the Hall

Effect unit, so that the arrows on the HE unit point towards the positive battery post. For the split core unit, clamp the Hall effect sensor around the positive cable of the truck. You will feel a “click” as the two halves of the Hall Effect sensor snap together.

4. Attach the DataTrac power leads to a terminal block where the battery leads are terminated. For front panel truck harness installation, make sure that if there is a truck kill switch, that the DataTrac is installed between the kill switch and battery (otherwise, if the kill switch is hit, the DataTrac will record that a battery change out occurred).

5. Secure all wires from the DataTrac, using Velcro or cables ties, ensuring no loose or slack wires are left hanging.

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Removing the DataTrac Unit – for All Installations

To move the DataTrac unit to a different truck or battery, follow the reverse of the instructions for installation. To remove a solid core Hall Effect sensor, remove the SB,

SBX or Euro connector and slide the HE unit off the end of the cable.

CAUTION! Make sure that the battery lead does not come into contact with any part of the battery or truck.

ATTENTION! S’assurer que le plomb de la batterie ne rentre pas en contact avec un composant quelconque de la batterie ou du camion.

1. For the split core Hall Effect unit, insert a flat blade screwdriver into the pry point at the side of the unit, where the two halves snap together.

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2. Keeping the blade of the screwdriver against the pry point, raise the screwdriver to unlock the two halves of the Hall effect unit

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Section 6: Optional Accessories

DataTrac units may be special ordered with several additional options that allow it to be used in custom applications. All of these optional accessories require custom software on the DataTrac unit, which is typically only provided for high volume custom applications. Contact your sales representative for more information.

External Relay connection – this connection can be used to sink up to 100mA, for the purpose of driving a solid state relay. The control voltage of the relay must not exceed 24V. An inline fuse with a rating of 100mA max, 24Vdc min must be added by the installer between the relay connection and the relay.

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Section 7: Reading DataTrac Battery Data

Once the DataTrac unit has been initialized, it will collect charge, discharge and idle data for the battery during the daily operations of the equipment. After it has been accumulating battery data, you can download this data at any time, as long as the DataTrac unit is powered and within range of the PC. This can be accomplished while the unit is still attached to the battery/truck, or by connecting the DataTrac unit to a power supply at any time after it has been removed.

Follow the instructions in the Douglas Data Manager User’s Manual for transferring data into an Douglas Data Manager data base and generating reports.

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Index

A

Accessories 21

B

Battery Temperature 5

C

Communications between PC and DataTrac 9

Communications Interface 9

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Data Available for Analysis 5

Data Collection 6

Data Storage Amount and Time 6

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Electrolyte Level Sensor 16

Electrolyte Sensor 16

External Relay Connection 21

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Features and Capabilities 4

H

Hall-Effect Sensor 12, 18

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Initializing DataTrac 10

Installation of DataTrac 12

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Douglas Data Manager 5

N

Nominal Battery Voltage 6

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Operating Temperature 5

Operating Voltage 5

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P

Power Consumption 5

Power Leads 14

R

Reading DataTrac Battery Data 22

Real Time Clock 9

Removing the DataTrac Unit 19

RS232 Host Communication Cable 21

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Safety Precautions 7

Setup and Initialization 9

Software Tools for DataTrac 5

Specifications 6

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Thermistor 15

Tracking Single-Battery Usage Data 4

Tracking Throughput Measurements in Battery Change-Out Operations 4

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Voltage Measurement 6

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