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LA MARCHE POWER CONVERSION EQUIPMENT This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the La Marche Power Conversion Equipment. Before using this equipment, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) unit, (2) battery, and (3) product using the battery.
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Call La Marche Mfg. For a RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION NUMBER. Failure to properly file a claim for shipping damages, or provide a copy of the claim to La Marche Mfg., may void warranty service for any physical damages reported for repair.
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INSTRUCTION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL FOR MODEL EC INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The EC Battery Charger is designed to operate on a specific number of battery cells. nameplate indicates the type and the number of battery cells required. Once properly installed, the charger will maintain the battery in a fully charged condition.
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INSTRUCTION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL FOR MODEL EC TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL INFORMATION This troubleshooting guide should be used by trained service personnel or an experienced electrician. CAUTION: Hazardous AC and DC voltages are present within the unit’s enclosure. Equipment: The only equipment required is a multi-scale volt-ohm meter, and a stand tool kit.
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INSTRUCTION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL FOR MODEL EC TROUBLESHOOTING CONSTAVOLT BATTERY CHARGERS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROCEDURE Open AC input breaker 1. Incorrect AC input Compare AC input voltage with voltage on unit nameplate. 2. Shorted diodes on full wave Check diodes with “VOM”.
INSTRUCTION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL FOR MODEL EC INSTALLERS INFORMATION The table below lists the AC and the DC minimum wire size requirements. At distances exceeding 10 feet, the DC wire size should be chosen to keep the voltage difference between the unit's terminals and the battery at less than 1/2 volt when the unit is fully loaded.
INSTRUCTION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL FOR MODEL EC POWER CABLING FORMULAS WIRE GAUGE TABLE AREA AREA SIZE CIR. SIZE CIR. MILS MCM* MILS 1620 250000 2580 300000 4110 350000 6530 400000 10380 500000 16510 600000 26240 700000 41740 750000 52620 800000...
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INSTRUCTION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL FOR MODEL EC General Maintenance Procedure Yearly 1. Blow out rectifier/inverter with a low-pressure air hose. 2. Make sure all connections are tight. 3. Perform a visual check on all internal components. 4. Check front panel meters and alarms for accuracy.
During the last one (1) year of this two (2) year warranty period, the warranty covers parts replacement only, and no labor or other services are provided by La Marche, nor is La Marche obligated to reimburse the owner or any other person for work performed.
If the purchaser elects not to return the equipment to the factory and wishes a factory service representative to make adjustments and/or repairs at the equipment location, La Marche's field service labor rates will apply. A purchase order to cover the labor and transportation cost is required prior to the deployment of the service representative.
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