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  • Page 1 Manual Handleiding Manuel Anleitung Manual Användarhandbok Manuale Blue Smart IP22 Charger One (1) or three (3) outputs 12/15 24/08 12/20 24/12 12/30 24/16...
  • Page 3 Safety instructions Always provide proper ventilation during charging. • • Avoid covering the charger. Never try to charge non-rechargeable or frozen batteries. • Never place the charger on top of the battery when charging • • Prevent sparks close to the battery. A battery being charged could emit explosive gasses.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick start guide Features Operation 3.1. Multi-stage charge algorithm 3.2. Temperature compensation 3.3. Commencing a new charge cycle 3.4. Estimating charge time Setup 4.1. Using the ‘Mode’ button 4.2. Using VictronConnect 4.3. Bluetooth 4.4. System reset Monitoring 5.1. Status screen 5.2.

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    1. Quick start guide Connect DC cables to the charger and then the battery or batteries; ensure that there is a good electrical connection and keep the terminals away from any surrounding objects that could cause a short circuit. Connect the AC power cable to a mains power outlet; the BULK LED will be illuminated when the blue smart charger is powered up.
  • Page 7 The charger will automatically store the selected charge mode and recall it for future charge cycles (even after being disconnected from power). When recondition mode is selected, the RECONDITION LED will be illuminated in addition to the selected charge mode LED.

  • Page 8: Features

    2. Features Bluetooth setup and monitoring (Using VictronConnect) Easily setup, monitor or update the charger firmware using the VictronConnect app and a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet). Multi-stage charge algorithm The multi-stage charge algorithm is specifically engineered to optimise each recharge cycle and charge maintenance over extended periods.
  • Page 9 Durable and safe Engineered to provide years of trouble-free and dependable operation in all usage conditions Protection against overheating: output current will be reduced if the charger temperature increases to 50°C iii. Integrated cooling fan to maintain low charger temperature during highly demanding conditions and avoid the need for current reduction Protection against short circuit: If a short circuit condition is detected the charger will immediately shut...
  • Page 10 Storage stage An additional stage to extend battery life whilst the battery is unused and on continuous charge. Recondition stage An optional stage that can partially recover/reverse lead acid battery degradation due to sulfation; typically caused by inadequate charging or if the battery is left in a deeply discharged state.

  • Page 11: Operation

    3. Operation 3.1 Multi-stage charge algorithm The Victron blue smart charger range are intelligent multi-stage battery chargers, specifically engineered to optimise each recharge cycle and charge maintenance over extended periods. The multi-stage charge algorithm includes the individual charge stages described below: Bulk The battery is charged at maximum charge current until the voltage increases to the configured absorption voltage.
  • Page 12 Recondition The battery is charged at low current until the voltage increases to the configured recondition voltage. Recondition is an optional charge stage for lead acid batteries and not recommended for regular/cyclic use - use only if required, as unnecessary or overuse will reduce battery life due to excessive gassing.
  • Page 13 Storage The battery voltage is maintained at the configured storage voltage, which is slightly reduced compared to the float voltage to minimise gassing and extend battery life whilst the battery is unused and on continuous charge. Refresh To refresh the battery and prevent slow self-discharge while in storage stage over an extended period, a 1 hour absorption charge will automatically occur every 7 days (or as configured).

  • Page 14: Temperature Compensation

    3.2 Temperature compensation The Victron blue smart charger range will automatically compensate the configured charge voltage based on ambient temperature (unless disabled or in Li-ion mode). The optimal charge voltage of a lead acid battery varies inversely with battery temperature; automatic temperature-based charge voltage compensation avoids the need for special charge voltage settings in hot or cold environments.

  • Page 16: Commencing A New Charge Cycle

    3.3 Commencing a new charge cycle A new charge cycle will commence when: Bulk stage is complete and the current output increases to the maximum charge current for four seconds (due to a simultaneously connected load) If re-bulk current is configured; the current output exceeds the re-bulk current in float or storage stage for four seconds (due to a simultaneously connected load) iii.

  • Page 17: Estimating Charge Time

    3.4 Estimating charge time A lead acid battery is at approximately 80% state of charge (SOC) when the bulk charge stage is completed. The bulk stage duration T can be calculated as T = Ah / I, bulk bulk where I is the charge current (excluding any loads) and Ah is the depleted battery capacity below 80% SOC.

  • Page 18: Setup

    4. Setup 4.1 Using the MODE button There are 3 easily selectable integrated charge modes that are suitable for most common battery types, as well as an optional recondition stage that can be included (except for Li-ion mode). Any settings made are stored and will not be lost when the charger is disconnected from mains power or the battery.
  • Page 19 Recondition mode If enabled the recondition stage is included in the charge cycle; use only if required as a corrective/maintenance action - see section 3.1 / 3 ‘Recondition’ for more information. If recondition mode is enabled the RECONDITION LED will be illuminated and blink during recondition stage.
  • Page 20 To enable low current mode, depress and hold the MODE button for 6 seconds; the NIGHT LED will blink once activated. To disable low current mode, also depress and hold the MODE button for 6 seconds.

  • Page 21: Using Victronconnect

    4.2 Using VictronConnect With the blue smart charger range, selection of an integrated charge mode and other general settings can also be made with a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet); using the VictronConnect app. For further details about the VictonConnect app refer to the online user manual: https://www.victronenergy.com/live/victronconnect:start To setup the charger using VictronConnect:...
  • Page 22 Select the blue smart charger from the local device list. During initial connection a ‘Bluetooth pairing request’ prompt will appear requesting the Bluetooth PIN code; enter the default PIN code 000000. Access the settings menu by selecting the ‘setting’ icon (gear) in the top right corner.
  • Page 23 vii. Select Select the required 'charge preset', the 'maximum charge current' (standard or low) and if desired enable ‘night mode’ directly from the settings list. viii. The indicator LEDs on the blue smart charger will be illuminated to confirm the active charge mode and settings implemented.

  • Page 24: Bluetooth

    4.3 Bluetooth Changing the PIN code To prevent an unauthorised Bluetooth connection, it is highly recommended to change the default PIN code. To change the Bluetooth PIN code: Complete initial Bluetooth pairing and connection using the default PIN code (000000) Access the ‘device options’...
  • Page 25 Beside ‘Pin code’ select ‘CHANGE’ to open the ‘Change PIN code’ window. Enter the current and new PIN code (twice), then select OK; avoid using an obvious PIN code that is easy for someone else to guess, such as 111111 or 123456.
  • Page 26 Resetting the PIN code If the PIN code is forgotten or lost, it can be easily reset to the default 000000 using the VictronConnect app or the MODE button on the charger. Using Victron Connect To reset the Bluetooth PIN code: Locate the blue smart charger in the LOCAL page and select the ‘device options’...
  • Page 27 Using the MODE button To reset the Bluetooth PIN code: Depress and hold the MODE button (on the blue smart charger) for 10 seconds. After 10 seconds have elapsed all blue LEDs will blink twice to indicate that the PIN code has been reset. During this procedure: The PIN code is rest to default (000000) Any active Bluetooth connections are disconnected...
  • Page 28 iii. Open the 'Product info' page by selecting 'Product info’. Beside 'Bluetooth Enabled' select 'DISABLE' to open the 'Disable Bluetooth' window. Select ‘OK’ as confirmation.
  • Page 29 Re-enabling Bluetooth It is possible to re-enable Bluetooth using the MODE button. To re-enable Bluetooth: Depress and hold the MODE button (on the blue smart charger) for 10 seconds. After 10 seconds have elapsed all blue LEDs will blink twice to indicate that Bluetooth has been re-enabled, and all Bluetooth settings reset.

  • Page 30: System Reset

    4.4 System reset It is possible to perform a full system reset to restore all charger/battery related settings to their default value; using the VictronConnect app. Note that this does not reset any Bluetooth related settings, such as the PIN code or pairing information. To perform a system reset: Access the ‘device options’...

  • Page 31: Monitoring

    5. Monitoring (Using VictronConnect) The charger operation and recharge statistics can be closely monitored live or post charging with a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet) using the VictronConnect app. There are 3 different overview screens available (STATUS, GRAPH and HISTORY), each displaying different monitoring or historical data;...

  • Page 32: Status Screen

    5.1 Status screen The STATUS screen is the main overview screen; it displays the battery voltage, the charge current and the active charge stage. This data will update continuously and in real time as the charge cycle progresses.

  • Page 33: Graph Screen

    5.2 Graph screen The GRAPH screen provides an easy to understand graphical representation of each charge stage with respect to battery voltage and charge current. The active charge stage is also highlighted and stated below, along with a brief explanation.

  • Page 34: History Screen

    5.3 History screen The HISTORY screen is a very powerful reference as it contains historical usage data over the charger’s lifetime and detailed statistics for the last 40 charge cycles (even if the charge cycle is only partially completed). Independent charge cycle statistics Cycle overview: Expandable bar chart showing the time spent in each charge stage and the charge capacity provided (in Ah) during each charge stage...
  • Page 35 iii. Elapsed: The elapsed/total charge cycle time Charge: Total capacity provided during the recharge stages (Bulk and Absorption) Maintain: Total capacity provided during the charge maintenance stages (Float, Storage and Refresh) Type: The charge cycle mode used; either a ‘Built-in preset’...
  • Page 36 Charger lifetime statistics Operation Time: The total operation time over the lifetime of the charger Charged Ah: The total charge capacity provided over the lifetime of the charger iii. Cycles started: The total charge cycles started over the lifetime of the charger Cycles completed: The total charge cycles completed over the lifetime of the charger Cycles completed %: The percentage of charge cycles...

  • Page 37: Advanced Configuration

    6. Advanced Configuration (Using VictronConnect) In specific use cases where the integrated charge modes are not suitable/ideal for the battery type being charged or the battery manufacturer recommends specific charge parameters and fine tuning is desired, advanced configuration is possible with a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet) using the VictronConnect app.

  • Page 38: Power Supply Function

    6.1 Power supply function The Victron blue smart charger range are also suitable for use as a DC power supply, to power equipment without a battery connected (or while also connected to a battery). While it’s still possible to use the charger as a power supply without changing any settings, a dedicated ‘Power supply’...
  • Page 39 To return the charger back to normal use as a battery charger, access the settings menu and in the ‘Function’ drop down menu select ‘Charger’ mode again.

  • Page 40: Advanced Settings

    6.2 Advanced settings The advanced settings menu enables specific configuration of charge parameters and user defined settings to be saved and easily loaded. To access the advanced settings menu, open the general settings menu and enable the ‘Advanced settings’ switch, then select ‘Advanced battery settings’.
  • Page 41 The settings in the advanced menu (with expert mode disabled) include: Battery preset The ‘Battery preset’ dropdown allows selection from the following options: Built-in preset Selection of a standard integrated pre-set (same as the general settings menu) User defined Reselection of the last ‘user defined’ charge settings iii.
  • Page 42 Voltage compensation Temperature Compensation The temperature compensation setting enables the charge voltage temperature compensation coefficient to be configured, or temperature compensation to be totally disabled (such as for Li-ion batteries). The temperature compensation coefficient is specified in mV/°C and applies to the entire battery/battery bank (not per battery cell).

  • Page 43: Expert Mode Settings

    6.3 Expert mode settings Expert mode expands the advanced settings menu even further to include more specialised configuration settings.
  • Page 44 To access expert mode and expand the advanced settings menu, enter the advanced setting menu and enable the ‘Expert mode’ switch. The additional settings in the advanced menu with expert mode enabled include: Charge Voltage BatterySafe The BatterySafe setting allows the BatterySafe voltage control to be enabled or disabled.
  • Page 45 Note that even when the re-bulk setting is disabled, re- bulk will still occur if the charge current is maintained at the maximum charge current for 4 seconds. Absorption Adaptive absorption time The adaptive absorption time setting allows selection between adaptive absorption time (if enabled) or a fixed absorption time (if disabled).

  • Page 46: Specifications

    7. Specifications Blue Smart IP22 Charger 12V 15 / 20 / 30A 24V 8 / 12 / 16A Input voltage 230VAC Efficiency Standby power consumption 0.5W Minimum battery voltage Starts charging from 0V (dead battery) Normal: 14.4V Normal: 28.8V Charge voltage 'absorption' High: 14.7V...
  • Page 47 Victron Energy to make such repairs. Victron Energy is not liable for any consequential damages arising from the use of this product. The maximum liability of Victron Energy under this limited warranty...
  • Page 49 Victron Energy Blue Power Distributor: Serial number: Version : 00 Date : July 7th, 2020...

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