Getting Started - Webasto PosiCharge DVS 300 Operation And Maintenance Manual

DVS Fast Charging System
Overview
The Dual Vehicle (DVS) Fast Charging System (Figure 1.1) is an advanced charging system
that can quickly and safely charge industrial batteries.
Charging intelligence is built into the system to make charging extremely simple: just plug in
any IPC compatible battery and the system starts charging it correctly. There is no need to be
concerned about which charger is designed or programmed for which battery. After
completing a charge, the system shuts off automatically.
The DVS's Rapid Charging Intelligence (RCI) makes it capable of charging much more quickly
than a conventional charger without damage to the battery. Battery voltage and temperature
are monitored precisely, allowing charging to be as rapid as possible without exceeding
manufacturers' recommendations. The charge history of the pack is tracked and equalization
is automatically performed on the pack according to a pre-set schedule. This results in better
use of the batteries with minimal effort on the user's part.

1.1 Getting Started

Before you begin, take the time to familiarize yourself with the Cautions in Section 2. To get
your system up and running quickly perform the following steps:
1. Ensure the DVS Fast Charging System installation and utility power requirements are
followed. (Refer to DVS Installation Manual).
2. Install the Battery Monitor / Identifier (BMID) onto the battery pack. (Refer to BMID
Installation Manual)
3. Once BMID is installed, the battery pack may be connected to the charger.
4. If your BMID does not come pre-configured, you will need to initialize the new BMID.
(Refer to BMID Programming and Advanced Features Manual)
5. Once the BMID has been initialized, the battery pack is ready to begin charging.
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Figure 0.1 - DVS Fast Charging System
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