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La Marche Manufacturing Company | www.lamarchemfg.com
LMES Pro
Battery Charger
This manual is subject to change without notice. You may obtain the newest version of the manual at www.lamarchemfg.com
106 Bradrock Dr. Des Plaines, IL 60018-1967
Tel: 847 299 1188
Fax: 847 299 3061
Installation and Operation Manual
CPN 144074
Instruction Drawing Number: P25-LLMESP-01
Revision A00
1
Rev. Date: 12/20
ECN:22774
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- Page 1 La Marche Manufacturing Company | www.lamarchemfg.com LMES Pro Battery Charger Installation and Operation Manual This manual is subject to change without notice. You may obtain the newest version of the manual at www.lamarchemfg.com 106 Bradrock Dr. Des Plaines, IL 60018-1967...
- Page 2 This manual offers important information and suggestions with respect to installation, use etc. Please take the time to read this operator’s manual and become familiar with the LMES Pro Battery Charger. This will help you to make full use of the charger.
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Page 3: Mechanical Safety
Electrical Safety Hazardous Voltages are present at the input of power systems. The output from rectifiers and from batteries may be low in voltage, but can have a very high current capacity that may cause severe or even fatal injury. When working with any live battery or power system, follow these precautions: •... -
Page 4: Unit Location
In the unlikely event of internal damage, please inform the carrier and contact La Marche for advice on the risk due to any damage before installing the product. Verify that you have all the necessary parts as per your order for proper assembly. -
Page 5: Handling
Handling Use caution handling the unit to prevent damage Precautions • Do not operate this system in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or humidity. • Allow adequate space for proper ventilation. • Connect the charger AC Mains power cable directly to the distribution panel. Use cables according to the size of the upstream AC protection panel device. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Battery Type Selection ........................9 Service ..............................9 Performing Routine Maintenance ....................9 Troubleshooting Procedure ......................10 Fault Indications and Alarms ......................10 Appendix A - LMES Pro Technical Specifications ...................12 Appendix B - Manufacturer’s Warranty ......................14 Appendix C - Document Control and Revision History ..................16... -
Page 7: Lmes Pro Charger Description
LMES Pro Charger Description General Description The La Marche LMES Pro battery charger is an advanced battery charger, which utilizes high frequency technology. It is specially designed to meet the requirements of charging the batteries used in engine starting applications. -
Page 8: Product Overview
Product Overview The LMES Pro battery charger is designed with 4 stage battery charging algorithms to prevent overheating and extended battery life. The charger provides protection against battery reverse connection, high DC voltage, input voltage variation and surges etc. Four Stage Charge Curve... -
Page 9: Features
Features ➢ High Frequency-Based Charger. ➢ Single Phase AC Input 105 Vac-264 Vac, 50/60Hz ➢ Complete Galvanic Isolation from AC to DC ➢ Soft Start, Short Circuit Protection, Over Voltage and Over Temperature Protection. ➢ Four Stage Battery Charging Algorithm ➢... - Page 10 ➢ Output Short Circuit Protection In output short circuit condition, 6V voltage dip occurs at output voltage during running system and battery volt comes below 6V in 12V mode/12V in 24V mode, charger goes OFF. Charger turn ON again after 2 mins in soft start to charge the battery. ➢...
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Page 11: Indication Details
Indication Details Front View LED STATUS INDICATION AC ON AC ON (Green) AC Status AC out of range Blink with 5 sec delay Bulk Charging CHG. STATUS (Orange) Blink with 20 sec delay Absorption Charging Charging Status Solid Glow Float Charging CHARGER FAILURE (Red) Charger Status Charger Failure... -
Page 12: Installation
Installation Where to Install The charger should be installed in a location that meets the following requirements: 1. Never install the equipment near liquids or in an excessively damp environment. 2. The charger must be installed in a room with proper ventilation. 3. -
Page 13: Input Ac Connection
Input AC Connection Connect AC wiring to the equipment as per the image shown below. Refer to section for recommended wire sizes. Output DC Connection Connect battery wires and remote temperature probe to the equipment with the correct polarity connection as shown in below image. -
Page 14: User Configuration
CAUTION: When connecting the DC cables to the battery, be certain the positive terminal of the charger is connected to the positive battery terminal and the negative terminal is connected to the negative battery terminal. CAUTION: Do not touch the charger while it is in operation or just after the turn off of the system as the Solar Charge Controller heat-sink can become very hot during operation. -
Page 15: Battery Type Selection
Flooded Battery NiCad Battery Service All work inside the LMES Pro Charger should be performed by a qualified electrician. La Marche is not responsible for any damages caused by an unqualified technician. CAUTION: Before working inside the LMES Pro Charger ensure that the AC power is off. Disconnect the battery from the charger. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Procedure
Fault Indications and Alarms Output High DC If 24V DC battery is connected to the LMES pro charger when 12V mode is selected, Charger shutdown in high DC protection. No damage occurs in the Charger. Charger Mode Selected High DC Shutdown Voltage High DC Recovery Voltage 15.3V... - Page 17 Output Low Dc When 6V voltage dip occurs at output voltage during running system and battery volt comes below 6V in 12V mode or 12V in 24V mode, charger goes OFF. Charger turn ON again after 2 mins in soft start to charge the battery.
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Page 18: Appendix A - Lmes Pro Technical Specifications
Appendix A - LMES Pro Technical Specifications LMES PRO SPECIFICATION PARAMETERS Model LMESpro10 Amp Input Amps Rms (Max) 3.3 Amps Input Voltage Range: 105V-264 AC 50/60Hz AC I/P Low Cut 100V AC I/P Low Cut Recovery 120V AC I/P High Cut... - Page 19 1. Field Selectable 12/24-Volt Output User Programmable Settings 2. Flooded/NiCad Battery Selection Ambient Operating Temp -40 °C to +50 °C Storage Temp Range -40 °C to +70 °C -Output Overcurrent -Output Short Circuit -Output Reverse Polarity Protections -AC Fuse (Internal) -DC Fuse (Internal) -Thermal Protection 1.
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Page 20: Appendix B - Manufacturer's Warranty
Should minor adjustments be required, the local La Marche sales representative should be contacted to provide this service only. All sales are final. Only standard La Marche units will be considered for return. A 25% restocking fee is charged when return is factory authorized. Special units are not returnable. - Page 21 The failure of La Marche Manufacturing Co. to object to provisions contained in customer's' purchase orders or other communications shall not be deemed a waiver of the terms or conditions hereof, nor acceptance of such provisions.
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Page 22: Appendix C - Document Control And Revision History
Appendix C - Document Control and Revision History Part Number: 144074 Instruction Number: P25-LLMESP-01 Issue ECN: 22774 22774 – 12/20...
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