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- Page 1 M M A A N N U U A A L L 1 6 0 4 / 1 6 0 8 S W I T C H M O D E BATTERY CHARGERS for Lead-Acid Batteries Before charging, read instructions carefully!
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read the Operating Instructions carefully before using the Model 1604 or Model 1608 charger. 1. WARNING – Failure to install and operate the charger in accordance with these instructions may result in damage to the charger or injury to the operator. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1608FS: Fan cooled, electronics sealed to IP-54, fan protected to IP-31 AVS: Auto Voltage Select, operates at 120VAC or 230VAC automatically 12: 12VDC 24: 24VDC 04: 4A 08: 8A Series Number: Identifies charger features, consult Curtis Curtis 1604/08 Manual CONTENTS MODEL ENCODEMENT Input Output Voltage Voltage... -
Page 4: Technical Specifications
12VDC nominal outputs 24VDC nominal outputs 2.2 Mechanical Case: End caps: Dimensions (mm max.): 1604CS & 1604FV: 1608FS: Weight (kg) 1604/1608: 2.3 Connections AC Power Inlet: DC Power: Programming Port: Output Adapters: P/N 17604348-1 for use with Model 1288 Motor Controller Charge Indicator: Low impedance capable of sinking 60 mA DC to B-. - Page 5 All chargers are intended for use with lead acid or gel cell batteries only, for their respective voltages. 2.7 Charge Cycle Profile Models 1604 and 1608 use a multi-stage charge cycle, dependent upon battery geometry, with software programmable set points. 1. Constant Current Mode: Output current is 4.0A max for the 4A models or 8.0A max for the 8A models.
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Page 6: Installation
AC power present Charge complete Charging Charger in standby mode No battery/reverse polarity Not reaching constant voltage setpoint Not reaching 24V within 2 hours Charge current/voltage does not normalize Battery voltage too high (over 32V) Charger over temperature Curtis 1604/08 Manual... -
Page 7: Operation
4.1.4 When charging is complete both the yellow and green lights will remain 4.2. Programming the Charger The Model 1604 or 1608 charger has a number of parameters that can be programmed by the user, using a Curtis 1311 handheld programmer. These programming variables allow the charger's performance characteristics to fit the needs of the individual application. - Page 8 This will continue until AC power is recycled. This mode of charging is recommended for daily use or for short term storage conditions to maintain battery health. (hours) a if previous mode was End of Charge if previous mode was Float. Curtis 1604/08 Manual...
- Page 9 4.2.4. Configure the programmable parameters described above. 4.2.5. Once the programmable parameters have been defined, disconnect the Curtis 1604/08 Manual (near the light indicators). Depending on the specific 1311 being used, a different connector cable may be required to connect to the charger.
- Page 10 Figure 2. End of Charge Profile with Equalize Figure 3. Float Profile Figure 4. Float Profile with Equalize page 8 Curtis 1604/08 Manual...
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Page 11: Troubleshooting
Cleaning: Excess dirt or grime may be removed from the unit by wiping it with a cloth dampened with water. Curtis 1604/08 Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Causes & Solutions No power. Plug the unit in. No power. If the outlet is damaged, try another outlet on another circuit. - Page 12 CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC. 200 Kisco Avenue, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 • Tel: (914) 666-2971 • FAX (914) 666-2188 www.curtisinst.com is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc. Specifications subject to change without notice © 2005 CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC. 53031 REV F 7/05...