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- Page 1 Operations Manual SCEND ERIES Single Phase Modular Charger 95-100167, July 2023 Scan the QR code to view the manual online.
- Page 3 P R O P R I E T A R Y N O T I C E The information herein is derived in part from proprietary data of AMETEK Solidstate Controls and its presentation in this Manual is solely for the convenience and assistance of our customers in installing, operating and maintaining the equipment.
- Page 4 Failure on the part of the owner or user in any way to follow the prescribed procedures shall absolve AMETEK Solidstate Controls and its agents from any resulting liability.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Table of Contents 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................5 1.1. Safety ............................5 1.2. Electrical Precautions .......................5 1.3. Other Recommendations ......................5 2. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS ....................6 3. INSTALLATION ........................... 9 3.1. Storage ............................9 3.2. Unpacking and Inspection ......................9 3.3. - Page 6 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.6.6. Password ........................... 32 6.6.7. Language Setting ........................32 6.6.8. System Information ........................32 6.6.9. Advanced Diagnostics ....................... 32 6.6.10. USB Alarm ..........................33 6.6.11. Alarm Relay Test........................33 7. OPERATION ............................34 7.1. System Functionality ......................34 7.2.
- Page 7 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7.7.2. Battery Voltage & Current Monitoring ..................41 7.7.3. Equalize Inhibit .......................... 42 7.7.4. Dual Charger Current Limit Control ..................42 7.7.5. Communications Package ......................42 7.7.6. DNP3 Communications ......................46 8. MAINTENANCE ..........................48 8.1.
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Page 9: Safety Instructions
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1. Safety SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for ASCEND battery chargers. Before using the Ascend battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product using the battery. The procedures described in these instructions are intended for use by persons knowledgeable in the operation of Battery Chargers. -
Page 10: Performance Specifications
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 2. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS The ASCEND Series Battery Chargers maintain constant DC voltage to power inverters, battery banks, and other DC loads. Parameters AC Input Phase 1 Ø AC Input Voltage 208/240 V AC Input Frequency... - Page 11 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Standard Alarms Low DC Voltage Pos/Neg DC Ground Detect High DC Voltage AC Input Failure Battery Near Exhaustion Charger Overload DC Output Breaker Open Charger Output Fuse Blown Module Failure Module Over Temperature Module Over Temperature Shutdown Relay Communications Failure System Over Temperature –...
- Page 12 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Charger Rating 100A Input Current Amps 14.8 29.5A 44.3A 56.1 73.9 Full Load Losses Watts 542W 1233 1849 2465 3082 AC CB Rating Current kAIC DC CB Rating Current kAIC 25** 25** 25** Heat Loss Btu/Hr 1233 1849...
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Page 13: Installation
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 3. INSTALLATION 3.1. Storage If the equipment is not to be placed in immediate service, it should be kept in a clean and dry area and protected from water, condensation, dirt, and extremes of temperature. Do not stack the Chargers. 3.2. - Page 14 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Figure 1: Conduit Entry Location To mount the 20A & 40A Ascend Charger on the floor, an optional floor mounting stand is required. The kit includes: Part # Description 70-122743-90 Stand sides 70-122744-90 Stand brace 03-400041-00 1/4-20 x 1/2 Self-forming screw...
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Page 15: Electrical Installation
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 3.4. Electrical Installation The Ascend Battery Charger is designed to be permanently connected to an appropriately rated single phase, AC mains and battery and DC load circuits. Wiring used must be sized appropriately for the charger input current and must be selected to meet any applicable local codes (reference Table 1 for recommended wire sizes and circuit breaker ratings). -
Page 16: Ac Input Connections
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 3.4.1. AC Input Connections Verify the branch circuit breaker or fused disconnect is locked out. Confirm that the Serial tag voltage rating is correct for the AC input supply voltage. Connect the Charger to the appropriate source of AC power via conduit knockout openings on the charger enclosure. -
Page 17: Dc Output/Battery Input Power Connections
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Table 2: Power Conductor Terminations Wire Size Burndy Connector #8 AWG YA8CL2TC14E2 #6 AWG YA6CL2TC14E2 #4 AWG YA4CL2TC14E2 #2 AWG YA2CL2TC14E2 #1 AWG YA1CL2TC14E2 3.4.2. DC Output/Battery Input Power Connections Connect the DC output to its load and/or batteries. It is extremely important to observe the proper polarity of the DC connections. - Page 18 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 9 10 11 12 9 10 11 12 COMMON LOSS OF COMM COMMON LOSS OF COMM Figure 5: Alarm Relay Connections These alarm connections should be connected using wiring appropriate for the annunciation system being used.
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Page 19: Wiring Battery Temperature Compensation
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 3.4.4. Wiring Battery Temperature Compensation The battery temperature compensation probe contains a temperature dependent resistor in a module. Mount the temperature sensor on the battery or in a central location near the batteries to provide an average ambient temperature. - Page 20 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Optional DNP 3.0 is provided through a separate converter module located on the top left side of the cabinet. Connect 10/100Base-T Ethernet to the Ethernet 1 port. Only one communication package can be provided Modbus RTU, IEC 61850 or DNP3. 95-100167, Rev A...
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Page 21: System Startup Configuration
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 4. SYSTEM STARTUP CONFIGURATION The following items must be configured when the system is initially powered on. The procedures to set these parameters can be found in the Operations section of this manual. 4.1. Verify AC Input supply With the AC and DC circuit breakers open, and power source turned off at the source, connect a voltmeter to the AC input terminals. -
Page 22: Operational Modes
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 5. OPERATIONAL MODES 5.1. Float Charge Float mode is used to maintain stationary batteries in a fully charged state. When the charger is in Float mode the output voltage is maintained at the float voltage setting. The Charger is nominally set at 2.25V/cell or 135 Vdc. -
Page 23: Controls & Navigation
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6. CONTROLS & NAVIGATION The User Interface located on the front door simplifies the operation of the Ascend Series Battery Charger. The critical equipment controls, indicators, and alarms are located on this touch screen color LCD panel. - Page 24 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Alarm Silence Button The Alarm Silence Button is enabled when the alarm buzzer is active. When it is pressed, the alarm buzzer will turn off and stay off for at least 60 seconds, even if a new alarm becomes active. Lock/Unlock Toggle Button This icon identifies if the setup menu password has been entered.
- Page 25 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual NAVIGATION BUTTONS Mimic Alarm Metering System Info Software Module Version Version Included with Network Communication Package Address Option (#187) Diagnostics Operations Time Temperature Lamp Test Battery History History Screen History Log System Enabled Configuration Features Relay Optional...
- Page 26 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Setup Alarm Setup Password Protected Reset Data Alarm Set Point Datalog Full Clear Datalog Batt History Log Battery History Recent Batt Data Date & Time UTC Offset NTP Settings Set Password Set System Info Adjustments Float Voltage Equalize Volt...
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Page 27: Mimic Screen
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.1. Mimic Screen The Mimic Screen is the default screen of the User Interface. It is displayed after start-up or when the LCD backlight turns on. The mimic Screen provides the user a high-level overview of the system status. It displays the Charger status, important voltage and current measurements, power flow, and circuit breaker statuses. -
Page 28: Alarm
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.2. Alarm The Alarm Status Screen displays the states of all alarms in the system. If an alarm is normal, the box is Green, if in Alarm, Red. If Latching alarms is enabled, a Yellow box will be displayed if the Alarm has cleared indicating it is latched on. -
Page 29: Metering
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Figure 12: Data Log Screen Pressing an event opens a window that displays the metering details of that event. Data Log can be cleared to zero events in the Setup -> Reset Data -> Clear Data Log. A Data Log Full warning alarm occurs when the data log events reach 1600. - Page 30 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Figure 14: Charger Metering Screen – Gauges Each Module can be interrogated in Metering -> Modules. The output voltage, current and heatsink temperatures are provided. Figure 15: Charger Module Metering 95-100167, Rev A...
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Page 31: System Information Screen
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.4. System Information Screen The System Information Screen displays the model, customer, and service information for the system. To view go to the Diagnostics -> System Configuration screen. Figure 16: System Information Screen In addition, the software versions used in the charger are provided for trouble shooting with the factory. If the Communication Package Option (187) is included the Network Settings Button is included on the menu screen. -
Page 32: Diagnostics
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.5. Diagnostics The Diagnostics Screen is the launchpad for the system’s diagnostics and information functions. Figure 18: Diagnostics Screen The Operations Screen displays lifetime and environmental measurements. The first page on this screen displays the total operational hours of the Charger and enclosure temperature. The second page displays gauges for the environmental measurements. -
Page 33: Setup Menus
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.6. Setup Menus The Setup Screen is the launchpad for modifying system settings. Reference Figure 8: Setup Menu for navigation selections. A password is required to enter the Setup menus. If you are interrupted while adjusting settings and do not press the touch screen for more than 10 minutes, the Setup mode ends automatically without saving adjustments and returns to the Mimic screen. -
Page 34: Float/Equalize Modes
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Figure 20: Adjustments Screen – Page 1 6.6.2. Float/Equalize Modes Float mode is used to maintain stationary batteries in a fully charged state. When the charger is in Float mode the output voltage is maintained at the float voltage setting. Equalize mode is used to help remove built-up sulphate and balance the voltage of each cell. -
Page 35: Configuring Alarm Set Points
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Pressing this button when the Charger is in Equalize Mode will return the Charger to Float Mode. Pressing this button when in Float Mode will automatically go to the menu for the user to put the Charger in Equalize Mode. -
Page 36: Password
This information will be used on system and data log reports. 6.6.9. Advanced Diagnostics This screen list design diagnostics information used to assist trouble shooting with AMETEK Solidstate Controls. 95-100167, Rev A... -
Page 37: Usb Alarm
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 6.6.10. USB Alarm The USB 2.0 port on the front door can be used to configure the Charger using the Ametek Solidstate Controls SCILink software. The USB port may be disabled by SW1 on the Display PC board on the inside of the front door. -
Page 38: Operation
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7. OPERATION 7.1. System Functionality Incoming AC power is converted to regulated DC output by a High Frequency bridge. The charger utilizes a constant voltage and current control circuitry. Each module has a high-frequency isolation output transformer for galvanic isolation to the DC loads. -
Page 39: Alarm Relay Board
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual A removable configuration memory card which contains the specific setup for each unit is located on the Display Board. The system will not operate if this card is not present. The memory card is used to transfer configurations and settings during a field replacement of the Display board. -
Page 40: Module Over Temperature
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7.4.3. Module Over Temperature The system will provide module over temperature warning. If the over temperature persists the affected module will shut down. In the event of an over temperature shut-down, the charger must be restarted by cycling AC power using the AC Input circuit breaker. -
Page 41: Low Dc Voltage
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual common alarm relay will go the de-energized alarm state. Many of the alarm set points and delays can be modified via the Setup -> Alarm Setup screen. 7.5.1. Low DC Voltage If the DC output voltage goes below the set point threshold (factory default 120Vdc), the Low DC alarm will be activated. -
Page 42: Charger Overload
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7.5.6. Charger Overload If any charger module is in overload, the Charger Overload alarm will be activated. An alarm relay may be configured for remote annunciation, under normal operation the alarm relay is energized. 7.5.7. -
Page 43: Optional Alarms
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Select the alarms you want to be assigned to the relay alarms. A maximum of 6 may be selected. The relay assignment order is the same as what is in the assignment editor. Figure 27: Relay Assignments Editor 7.6. -
Page 44: Optional Features
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7.7. Optional Features 7.7.1. Battery Temperature Compensation Charger Temperature Compensation will continually adjust the Charger output Float voltage based on the ambient temperature in the battery room for temperatures from 3°C (37°F) to 40°C (104°F). An external temperature sensor is mounted in a central location near the batteries to provide an average ambient temperature. -
Page 45: Battery Voltage & Current Monitoring
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual To set the DC Float voltage, the temperature compensation function must be disabled, or the Float voltage setting may not be accurate due to the compensation due to the battery temperature. Once the DC voltage is set, re-enable the Temperature compensation. If the temperature compensation probe is disconnected, a Temperature Compensation Failure alarm will occur. -
Page 46: Equalize Inhibit
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Figure 29: Battery History Log Screen The Battery History Log Screen displays the last 100 battery events. The duration of each event is formatted to display minutes and seconds. 7.7.3. Equalize Inhibit Equalize inhibit option (# 155) will prevent the charger from going into Equalize mode. This can be slaved with a ‘Vent Fan Fail’... - Page 47 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Meters Alarms Data Log Data Store I/O Terminal Pause/Play Settings When you are viewing the Web page on an external browser and the device loses connection for more than 90 seconds with the Charger, the web age will notify Ethernet Loss of Comm. This notification is not reflected on the Charger system.
- Page 48 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7.7.5.3. Network Time Protocol The Network Time Protocol (NTP) compatibility allows the Charger to synchronize the system time with a NTP server on the network. The time will be synchronized once an hour. This feature can be enabled on the User Interface Setup ->...
- Page 49 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 7.7.5.5. SNMP To install the SNMP, open UPSView in a web browser by navigating to the URL on the Ethernet Settings screen. Select the Settings buttons. A window will appear, download SNMP MIB file to be loaded int the SCADA system. Configure the SNMP Trap Address and connect a browser.
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Page 50: Dnp3 Communications
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Figure 32: Network Settings Screen – SNMP Settings 7.7.6. DNP3 Communications DNP3 optional (# 234) communications provides access to system voltages, currents, and alarm status. There is no control provided via DNP3. A Moxa MGate 5109 Industrial protocol gateway is used to convert Modbus RTU to DNP3. - Page 51 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual If you cannot detect the IP address on your network, use the following alternate method. This method requires software to be loaded on a computer. 1. Download and install the DSU software and finish using the setup wizard. Software is available at https://www.solidstatecontrolsinc.com/knowledgecenter/software.
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Page 52: Maintenance
14-18 19.0-24.4 3/8" 16-20 21.7-27.1 25-31 34-42 1/2" 37-48 50-65 37-74 50-100 NOTE: Information from P.A. Sturevant Co. & Snap-On Tool Co. & AMETEK Solidstate Controls part vendors. Conversions: 12 in-lb = 1 ft-lb = 1.356 Nm 95-100167, Rev A... -
Page 53: Module Replacement
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 8.3. Module Replacement 1. Shutdown the Charger by opening AC Input, DC Output, and Battery breaker if provided. This will eliminate all power to the module. Remove the two screws on each side of the module. 3. -
Page 54: Low Output Voltage
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 8.5.3. Low Output Voltage 1. Voltage Adjust Control Improperly Set: Readjust Float and Equalize values. 2. Charger Output in Current Limit. Check module DC OK LED, flashing = current limit, check current limit setting, reduce output load 3. -
Page 55: Alarm Diagnostics
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 8.5.9. Alarm Diagnostics Disp SD Card Failure alarm indicates hardware failure to R/W to the SD data. The SD card contains back- up datalog and system configuration. Replace the SD card with microSD, 2Gbyte minimum. Disp Batt Volt Low (Coin Battery) alarm indicates the battery back-up for the primary configuration and Real time clock. -
Page 56: Product Support Services
9.1. Warranty Coverage 9.1.1. Standard Warranty AMETEK Solidstate Controls' warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from date of manufacture. During the term of the warranty period: parts, assemblies, or components deemed to be defective will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer’s... -
Page 57: Bill Of Material/ Components List
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 9.3.3. Bill of Material/ Components List Designator Description Part Number Mod1-5 1-Phase Module 80-138160-90 PCB4 Display PCB 80-246801-90 PCB3 Sense PCB 80-247400-90 PCB5 Power Supply 03-358012-03 PCB19 Relay PCB 80-247104-90 Diode 03-789902-05 FU1-20A Fuse, 80A 03-752812-00 FU1-40A Fuse, 80A... -
Page 58: Appendix A: Modbus Registers
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual APPENDIX A: MODBUS REGISTERS Table 6: Read Holding Registers 4x Register Description Range Unit Address 4x0001 4x0002 4x0003 4x0004 4x0005 4x0006 4x0007 4x0008 4x0009 4x0010 4x0011 4x0012 4x0013 4x0014 4x1001 Cabinet Temperature 4x1002 -32,768 – 32,767 °C 4x1003 4x1004... - Page 59 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 4x Register Description Range Unit Address Serial Number (Byte 5) 4x3005 0 – 255 ASCII Serial Number (Byte 6) 4x3006 0 – 255 ASCII Serial Number (Byte 7) 4x3007 0 – 255 ASCII Serial Number (Byte 8) 4x3008 0 –...
- Page 60 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Table 7: Read Coil Status 0x Register 0x Register Description Description Address Address Spare Spare Spare Low DC Voltage Battery Discharging AC Input Failure Equalize Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare Spare...
- Page 61 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual 0x Register 0x Register Description Description Address Address Spare DC Output Breaker Open Spare Spare NOTES: Requires the Low DC Disconnect Alarm Option (107). Requires the High DC Disconnect Alarm Option (2). Requires the Battery Breaker Open Alarm Option (57). Requires the Input A Alarm Option (73).
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Page 62: Appendix B: Dnp3 Indecies
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual APPENDIX B: DNP3 INDECIES Table 8: DNP3 Analog Outputs Description Index Range Unit Cabinet Temperature -32,768 – 32,767 °C DC Battery Current -32,768 – 32,767 DC Battery Voltage -32,768 – 32,767 Charger DC Current -32,768 –... - Page 63 Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual Table 9: DNP3 Binary Outputs Description Index Description Index AC Input CB Open Battery Time Remaining Low AC Input Ethernet AC Input Failure CHG Output CB Open Charger Fuse Blown System Overtemp Battery Discharging Cabinet Humidity Low DC Voltage Hi DC Shutdown...
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Page 64: Appendix C: Schematic And Wiring Diagram
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual APPENDIX C: SCHEMATIC AND WIRING DIAGRAM CURRENT MODULE RATING X = CLOSED 95-100153, Rev A... -
Page 65: Appendix D: 20A & 40A Outline
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual APPENDIX D: 20A & 40A OUTLINE 95-100167, Rev A... -
Page 66: Appendix E: 60A-100A Outline
Ascend Single Phase Charger Operation Manual APPENDIX E: 60A-100A OUTLINE 95-100167, Rev A... - Page 67 95-100167, July 2023 Scan the QR code to view the manual online.