INTRODUCTION The Auto Charge-3 STEP CHARGER, Model 091-120-XX-XX-(XXX)(XX) is a compact, completely automatic single channel battery charger designed specifically for periodic charging. Of rugged construction, the charger is made to withstand the shock and vibration encountered in vehicle mounted equipment. Utilizing components, which meet international safety standards, makes this charger ideal for worldwide applications.
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION A three-step lead acid battery charger operates in the three stages described below: 1) A discharged battery is recharged at a constant current (bulk charge) until its volt- age reaches an overcharge level of 2.48 volts per cell. At this time the charger will switch to Finish Charge.
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THREE STAGE CHARGING CURVE ABSORPTION STAGE BATTERY CURRENT FLOAT STAGE BATTERY VOLTAGE Voltage Increasing Voltage Constant Voltage Constant Current Constant Current Decreasing Full Charge Maintained TIME STAGE I STAGE III STAGE II CONSTANT CURRENT CONSTANT VOLTAGE CONSTANT VOLTAGE (BULK) (FLOAT) (ABSORPTION) Figure 1...
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CHARGING WIRE SIZE BATTERY FAULT TIMEOUT VOLTS BULK CHARGE FINISH CHARGE BATTERY CHARGED FUSE OUTPUT TEMP. SENSE INPUT BLACK A.C. INPUT WHITE POWER GREEN BATTERY THERMISTOR (OPTIONAL) Figure 2 INSTALLATION WIRING...
Kussmaul Electronics Company, Inc. shall have no liability for dam- ages of any kind to associated equipment arising from the installation and /or use of the Kussmaul Electronics Company, Inc. products. The pur- chaser, by the acceptance of the equipment, assumes all liability for any damages which may result from its installation, use or misuse, by the purchaser, his or its employes or others.
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