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- Page 1 User Guide Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, 12 V / 30 A BC1524 and BC2524 12 V / 50 A 24 V / 15 A Battery Charger 24 V / 25 A...
- Page 3 Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, BC1524 and BC2524 Battery Charger User’s Guide...
- Page 4 About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.
- Page 5 Consult individual battery manufacturers for this information. Audience The Guide is intended for anyone who needs to operate the Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, BC1524 and BC2524 Battery Charger. Organization This Guide is organized into 3 chapters and 1 appendix: Chapter 1, “Introduction”: Chapter 1 describes the BC Series standard features and...
- Page 6 This Guide contains information for four versions of the BC Series. The Xantrex BC3012 Battery Charger (12 V, 30 A) will be referred to as the BC3012 when it is being referenced individually. The Xantrex BC5012 Battery Charger (12 V, 50 A) will be referred to as the BC5012 when it is being referenced individually.
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Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
CSA standards for chargers used in residential, RV, marine and automotive applications. Read and keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference. 1. Before installing or using the Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, BC1524 or BC2524 Battery Charger (BC Series), read all instructions and cautionary markings on the BC Series, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide. - Page 8 4. The BC Series has been approved as Ignition Protected. It may be installed in areas containing gasoline tanks and fittings which require Ignition Protected equipment. Xantrex recommends, nevertheless, that it is safest not to install electrical equipment in these areas.
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Page 9: Fcc Information
Safety 10. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. 11. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries. 12. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention immediately. - Page 10 viii...
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
1 Introduction Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, BC1524 and BC2524 Battery Charger Features - - - - - - - 1–2 BC Series Appearance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3 Information Centers of the BC Series - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4... - Page 12 Contents 3 Troubleshooting Care and Maintenance- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2 Indicator Light Flashing Sequences - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3 Error Messages on Optional Remote Display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–4 Problem Solving - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–7...
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Page 13: Introduction
Introduction Chapter 1 describes the BC Series standard features and lists the procedures to configure the BC Series. -
Page 14: Xantrex Bc3012, Bc5012, Bc1524 And Bc2524 Battery Charger Features
Introduction Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, BC1524 and BC2524 Battery Charger Features The BC Series provides the following standard features: • three full current rated, independently controlled outputs which enable it to charge three different batteries or battery banks. Each bank can be of a different battery type, stage of charging, and temperature compensation •... -
Page 15: Bc Series Appearance
BC Series Appearance BC Series Appearance This section describes the parts of the BC Series. Figure 1-3 shows the BC Series. Figure 1-1 BC Series Item Description Configuration DIP switches and equalize push button Onboard status panel for monitoring charger status and charging current at the BC Series. -
Page 16: Information Centers Of The Bc Series
Introduction Information Centers of the BC Series Onboard Status Panel This section describes the parts of the onboard status panel of the BC Series. Figure 1-2 shows the panel. Figure 1-2 BC Series Status Panel Item Description Charge Current • Displays the output charge current in % for the bank being charged •... -
Page 17: Optional Remote Display
Information Centers of the BC Series Optional Remote Display This section describes the parts of the optional remote display of the BC Series. The remote display can be mounted up to 65 ft (20 m) from the BC Series for convenience. - Page 18 Introduction Item Description Units indicator lights • Illuminate to show unit of measure for the numeric read-out on the alpha-numeric display selection push button BANK • Press to select a bank during setup • Press at the same time as to enter or exit equalization mode.
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Page 19: Rear Panel
Rear Panel Rear Panel This section describes the parts of the rear panel of the BC Series. Figure 1-4 shows the rear panel. Figure 1-4 BC Series Rear Panel Item Description Optional remote display communication connector BTS1 (battery temperature sensor for bank 1) connector BTS2 (battery temperature sensor for bank 2) connector BTS3 (battery temperature sensor for bank 3) connector Battery negative, common for all 3 banks (6 mm stud) -
Page 20: Battery Bank Size Requirements
Bank Size (Ah) Battery Temperature Sensors Xantrex strongly recommends that you install a Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) to protect your battery and improve charging accuracy. It is best to use a separate BTS with each individual battery bank, to provide optimal charging and protection of each bank. -
Page 21: Configuring The Bc Series
Figure 1-5 shows the location of the DIP switches on the BC Series and the switch position convention used in Table 1-2. As the figure shows, twist the metal plate with the Xantrex logo in order to access the DIP switches. Switch Position... - Page 22 Introduction DOWN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 1-6 DIP Switches Use Table 1-2 to set the DIP switches to match your actual configuration if needed. Table 1-2 DIP Switch Settings Custom Install Record Switch UP DOWN DOWN Remote display installed Remote display not...
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Page 23: Configuring With Remote Display
Configuring the BC Series Configuring with Remote Display Read “Configuring with DIP Switches” on page 1–9 and use Figure 1-6 to locate the DIP switches. Ensure DIP switch # 8 is UP as this is the setting for optional remote display installed. There will be a short delay of about 15 seconds before the remote display begins reporting. - Page 24 Introduction 6. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for all banks attached to the BC Series. Each time y e s is displayed for a newly programmed battery type, the charger exits the programming mode. 7. At any time during setup, you can press once to cancel the current STANDBY change and return to charging or battery monitoring.
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Page 25: Operation
Operation Chapter 2 describes the operating states of the BC Series and provides procedures for charging a battery and performing an equalization. -
Page 26: About Charging
Operation About Charging The BC Series has three full current rated, independently controlled outputs which enable it to charge three different batteries or battery banks. Each output can accommodate any one of the four allowable battery types, regardless of what battery types are connected to the other outputs. -
Page 27: Sequential 2-Stage Charging
About Charging Sequential 2-Stage Charging In sequential charging mode the charger will check all battery banks every 15 minutes to determine which banks are present, healthy, and in most in need of charge. The bank most in need of charge will then be charged for the next 15 minutes. - Page 28 Temperature Considerations Xantrex strongly recommends that you install a Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) to protect your battery and improve charging accuracy. It is best to use a separate BTS with each individual battery bank, to provide optimal charging and protection of each bank.
- Page 29 1. Wait 15 minutes for the next battery detection cycle. The warning may be temporary. 2. Verify that the battery meets the minimum AmpHour rating (BC1524: 30 Ah, BC2524: 50 Ah, BC3012: 60 Ah, BC5012: 100 Ah) 3. Try adding a small DC load. 4. Replace the battery.
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Page 30: Charging Batteries
Operation Charging Batteries Before you start to charge batteries read the “Important Safety Instructions” on page v and take all safety precautions when working with batteries. To charge your batteries: 1. If possible, disconnect all loads from the battery, by opening a disconnect switch, or by switching loads off. - Page 31 Charging Batteries After charging is complete, the BC Series enters into one of these modes: Float mode When the Ready indicator light lights, all batteries are fully charged and ready for use. If you selected the 3-stage charging mode, the BC Series is in float mode and will maintain the batteries’...
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Page 32: Equalizing Flooded Batteries
• there is an active fault on the battery you are trying to charge Xantrex recommends that you run a normal charge cycle on the batteries before you equalize them. WARNING: Explosion hazard During equalization, the battery generates explosive gases. - Page 33 Equalizing Flooded Batteries Performing An Equalization Turn off or disconnect all DC loads on the battery during equalization. The voltage applied to the battery during equalization may be above the safe levels for some loads. Be sure to check battery electrolyte before and after equalization. Fill only with distilled water.
- Page 34 Operation To equalize your batteries with the optional remote display: 1. Check the battery electrolyte level. If necessary, refill with distilled water only. All the cells should have similar electrolyte levels. If the levels are widely different, it will influence the relative concentration of acid, thereby affecting the specific gravity measurements.
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Page 35: Transitioning The Bc Series To On, Disabled Or Off
Transitioning the BC Series to On, Disabled or Off Transitioning the BC Series to On, Disabled or Off There are two ways to turn the BC Series on: • connect AC power at the source • press on the optional remote display if AC is still connected. STANDBY There are two ways to disable the BC Series: WARNING: Shock hazard... -
Page 36: Accessing Charger Information
Operation Accessing Charger Information The BC Series can give you a lot of information about the status of the charger and the batteries. Reading Onboard Status Indicator Lights and Remote Display The onboard status panel and optional remote display show what is happening during the charging process and are also helpful in troubleshooting. - Page 37 Accessing Charger Information Table 2-1 Reading BC Series Status Remote Charger Status Onboard Status Indicator Lights Display Charging indicator light illuminates Charging in bulk or absorption mode. B U L Remote display shows scrolling display of charging A B S state, battery voltage in volts and charging current in amps.
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Page 38: Remote Display Reporting While Charging And Equalizing
Operation Table 2-1 Reading BC Series Status Remote Charger Status Onboard Status Indicator Lights Display Battery too hot fault Fault indicator light illuminated E R R 100% current indicator light flashes H o T Battery too cold fault Fault indicator light illuminated E R R 10% current indicator light flashes C L D... -
Page 39: Remote Display Reporting While Disabled
Accessing Charger Information • Bank 1 Charging Stage • Bank 1 Battery Voltage • Bank 1 Charger Current • Bank 2 Highest level bank fault or warning (if present) • Bank 2 Charging Stage • Bank 2 Battery Voltage • Bank 2 Charger Current •... -
Page 40: Using A Generator As Source Power
Operation Using A Generator As Source Power The BC Series can be run from a regular power source or from an alternate power source such as a generator. Refer to Appendix A, “Specifications” for AC input draw to determine the size of generator you need. Many generators provide output voltage that is modified sine wave or modified square wave (MSW) rather than the true sine wave (TSW) that your utility provides. -
Page 41: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chapter 3 contains information on error codes and procedures for troubleshooting your BC Series charger. -
Page 42: Care And Maintenance
Troubleshooting Care and Maintenance WARNING: Risk of electric shock The BC Series contains no user serviceable components. Attempting any kind of service will void your warranty. Contact your dealer or the manufacturer for service information. The BC Series contains solid-state electronic components that require no maintenance. -
Page 43: Indicator Light Flashing Sequences
Indicator Light Flashing Sequences Indicator Light Flashing Sequences Table 3-1 Indicator Light Sequences on the BC Series Activity Charger status Charging indicator light illuminates The unit is charging in bulk or absorption mode Charging indicator light flashes The unit is performing the equalization charge. (Charging indicator light flashes once every four seconds if bank 1 is being equalized, twice every four seconds if bank 2 is being equalized, and... -
Page 44: Error Messages On Optional Remote Display
Troubleshooting Error Messages on Optional Remote Display Table 3-2 Error Messages Onboard Status Panel Display Indicator lights Fault Solution Red fault indicator light Fault A fault has been detected. The fault code E R R flashing or illuminated will be shown immediately after E r r AC Low Check AC connections, check AC... - Page 45 The warning may be Warning temporary. Verify that the battery meets the minimum AmpHour rating (BC1524: 30 Ah, BC2524: 50 Ah, BC3012: 60 Ah, BC5012: 100 Ah) Try adding a small DC load. Replace the battery. Green bank indicator light for Over Voltage Check battery.
- Page 46 Troubleshooting Table 3-2 Error Messages Onboard Status Panel Display Indicator lights Fault Solution Green 100% indicator light Battery too Allow battery to cool. Improve ventilation H o t flashes Hot Warning or install in cooler location. It may Green bank indicator light for indicate a shorted cell in the battery or the affected battery bank excessive water loss.
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Page 47: Problem Solving
Problem Solving Problem Solving If the remote display is not functioning, troubleshoot your BC Series using the tables below. In the event that you have a problem with your BC Series, the following tables will help you to identify the problem and offer possible solutions to the problem. - Page 48 Battery has a shorted cell. Check the battery. Verify you are attempting to charge a battery correctly rated at 12 volts nominal (BC3012, BC5012) or 24 volts nominal (BC1524, BC2524). Re-check the battery voltage with all loads removed and the battery is at rest for about an hour.
- Page 49 Problem Solving Symptom The BC Series appears to be taking too long to charge battery. Ready indicator light does not illuminate after 24 hours of charging. Possible Cause Solution Battery capacity is too high for the Use a higher capacity charger. BC Series model.
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- Page 51 Specifications Appendix A details the specifications for the BC Series.
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Page 52: Physical Specifications
15 A (up to 30 V) BC2524: 25 A (up to 30 V) <0 °C (32 °F) Absorption voltage (in VDC for 50 °C (122 °F) 25 °C (77 °F) BC3012 and BC5012) Flooded 13.7 14.4 15.1 (Multiply VDC by 2 to get the 13.5 14.2... -
Page 53: Ac Input Specifications
AC Input Specifications <0 °C (32 °F) Float voltage (in VDC for BC3012 50 °C (122 °F) 25 °C (77 °F) and BC5012) Flooded 12.8 13.5 14.2 (Multiply VDC by 2 to get the 13.1 13.8 14.5 float voltage for BC1524 and 12.9... -
Page 54: Temperature Specifications
The BC Series will stop charging any bank that has a voltage greater than + 0.5 V over the temperature compensated absorption voltage. It will restart when this voltage is + 0.2 V. Output current limit BC3012: 30 – 33 ADC BC5012: 50 – 55 ADC BC1524: 15 –... -
Page 55: Approvals
Approvals Approvals Safety CSA/NRTL approved to CSA107.2 and UL1236, including the marine supplement, ignition protection, and UL1564 EN60335-1, EN60335-2-29 Battery Chargers ISO 8846: Ignition Protection for Small Craft ABYC E11 - Alternating Current and Direct Current Electrical Systems on Boats ABYC A20 - Battery Charging Devices NFPA70/1996 US NEC for home and RV installation requirements FCC Class B... - Page 56 A–6...
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Page 57: Warranty And Product Information
How do you get service? If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service, contact your dealer. If you are unable to contact your dealer, or the dealer is unable to provide service, contact Xantrex directly at: Phone: 1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America) - Page 58 This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to : the product if it has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically damaged or altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment;...
- Page 59 Xantrex customer service representative. If you are returning a product to a Xantrex facility in North America from outside of the USA or Canada: In addition to the above, you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits.
- Page 60 Warranty and Product Information Information About Your System As soon as you open your Xantrex BC3012, BC5012, BC1524 or BC2524 Battery Charger package, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. ❐ _________________________________ Serial Number ❐...
- Page 62 1 360 925 5097 (direct and rest of world) Fax: 1-800 994 7828 (toll free North America) +34 93 473 6093 (Europe) 1 360 925 5143 (direct and rest of world) Email: customerservice@xantrex.com (North America) support.europe@xantrex.com (Europe) customerservice@xantrex.com (rest of world) 975-0188-01-01 Printed in China...