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ATevo SERIES BATTERY CHARGER
P R O D U C T
OPERATING & SERVICE
INSTRUCTIONS
Microprocessor-Controlled Float Battery Charger
SINGLE PHASE INPUT
GROUP II - 16-100 Adc OUTPUT
JA5062-52

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  • Page 1 ATevo SERIES BATTERY CHARGER P R O D U C T OPERATING & SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Microprocessor-Controlled Float Battery Charger SINGLE PHASE INPUT GROUP II - 16-100 Adc OUTPUT JA5062-52...
  • Page 2 User Notes...
  • Page 3 Manufactuer's Warranty FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY [applies only to product(s) delivered within United States and Canada] Product Details: Battery Charger Model: Factory Ordering Code: Battery Charger Serial Number: Date Shipped: Date Energized:  Standard Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from date of manufacture.
  • Page 4 Manufactuer's Warranty  Extended Spare Parts Warranty The manufacturer’s extended warranty includes all items as mentioned in the ‘Standard Warranty’ as previously listed, plus reasonable in/ out freight costs related to a warranty claim for parts. Said freight cost is based on either standard UPS rates or common carrier only, as appropriate.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH EQUIPMENT/MANUAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING MEANING Imminently hazardous situation, which if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. Potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate...
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH EQUIPMENT/MANUAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING MEANING Refer to manual. SAFETY ALERT - Indicates that a hazardous situation exists. TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH, refer to accompanying documents, and follow all steps or procedures as instructed.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH EQUIPMENT/MANUAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING MEANING DANGER! Risk of Arc Flash (only for ATevo units with input voltage over 416 Vac) EXPLOSIVE GAS can be produced from batteries during normal operation.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Use of equipment in a manner not specified by manufacturer may impair protection provided by ATevo. EXAMPLES OF EQUIPMENT MISUSE SYMBOL EXAMPLE Do not use the equipment for any purpose not described in this manual.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 1. Before using ATevo, read all instructions and cautionary markings on: a) this equipment, b) battery, and c) any other equipment to be used in conjunction with ATevo. 2.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents - ATevo TABLE OF CONTENTS MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � iii SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS �...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents - ATevo 2.1.10 AC Input Circuit Breaker (CB1) � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16 2.1.11 DC Output Circuit Breaker (CB2) �...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents - ATevo 4. STARTUP & CONFIGURATION � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 35 4.1 Startup (video) .
  • Page 13 Table of Contents - ATevo 5. BASIC OPERATION � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 56 5.1 ATevo Operating Modes .
  • Page 14 Table of Contents - ATevo 7. ALARMS & INDICATORS � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �74 7.1 Legacy AT10.1 Alarms and Indicators .
  • Page 15 Table of Contents - ATevo 9. EVENT LOGS� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 89 9.1 Event Log Types .
  • Page 16 Table of Contents - ATevo 12.4 Software Configuration for Relays ....111 12.4.1 Auxiliary I/O Board Relay Configuration � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 112 12.4.2 Auxiliary I/O Board Relay Alarm Configuration �...
  • Page 17 Table of Contents - ATevo 14. MAINTENANCE � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 133 14.1 Performing Routine Maintenance .

  • Page 18: Receiving & Mounting

    1 Receiving & Mounting 1.1 Storing ATevo If you store the ATevo for more than a few days before installation, store it in its original shipping container, in a temperature-controlled, dry climate. Ambient temperatures of 0 to 122 °F / -18 to 50 °C are acceptable.

  • Page 19: Returning Damaged Equipment

    1 Receiving & Mounting 1.5 Returning Damaged Equipment Returned material must be packed in compliance with shipping regulations. It is preferable to use all original shipping materials if possible. Mark the outside of the shipping container with manufacturer’s Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. 1.6 Moving ATevo Once you have established that ATevo is undamaged, identify unit enclosure style and weight, using the table below.

  • Page 20: Mounting Atevo

    1 Receiving & Mounting 1.7 Mounting ATevo Mount ATevo so you can easily access the front panel AC Input (CB1) and DC Output (CB2) Circuit Breakers. Choose from the following mounting methods: 1.7.1 Wall-Mounting: Style-5054 Enclosure Wall-mounting is the standard method. Refer to the Style-5054 enclosure outline drawing (JE5251-00) in Appendix B.
  • Page 21 1 Receiving & Mounting 0.312in ENCLOSURE [8.00mm] MOUNTING FLANGE FLAT WASHER LOCKWASHER 0.750in [19.00mm] 0.25in / 6.4mm DIA BOLT WALL 0.750in [19.00mm] WALL-MOUNTING: STYLE-5054 ENCLOSURE USE 0.25in / 6.4mm DIA BOLTS - FOUR (4) PLACES 254mm 464mm ATevo...

  • Page 22: Floor-Mounting: Style-5054 Enclosure

    1 Receiving & Mounting 1.7.2 Floor-Mounting: Style-5054 Enclosure To install ATevo onto a horizontal surface, the standard enclosure does not need to be modified, but a special floor mounting accessory (p/n EI0192-50) is required. The kit includes a set of mounting brackets that elevate the top of ATevo approximately 47in /1194mm above floor level, with provisions for floor anchoring.
  • Page 23 1 Receiving & Mounting 47.75in 1213mm 0.437in / 11mm FLOOR MTG HOLE FOUR (4) PLACES 19.75in 502mm 10.00in FLOOR-MOUNTING: STYLE-5054 ENCLOSURE WALL 4.25in min. 108mm 10.00in 254mm 18.25in 463mm 0.375in / 9.5mm FLOOR-MOUNTING HARDWARE FOUR (4) PLACES ATevo...

  • Page 24: Rack-Mounting: Style-5054 Enclosure

    1 Receiving & Mounting 1.7.3 Rack-Mounting: Style-5054 Enclosure The ATevo can be installed into most 23in/584mm and 24in/610mm relay racks with standard EIA hole spacing. The Style-5054 enclosure does not need to be modified, but a special rack-mounting accessory (p/n EI0193-50) is required. The kit includes two (2) mounting brackets, appropriate hardware, and Installation Instructions (JA0091-50) for the rack-mounting procedure.
  • Page 25 1 Receiving & Mounting RACK-MOUNTING: STYLE-5054 ENCLOSURE 6in/153mm COOLING 6in/153mm COOLING 4.00in 8.50in 57mm 216mm 6in/153mm COOLING 6in/153mm COOLING 0.25in/6.4mm MTG. BOLTS ATevo...

  • Page 26: Floor-Mounting: Style-5070 Enclosure

    1 Receiving & Mounting 1.7.4 Floor-Mounting: Style-5070 Enclosure Floor-mounting is the standard means of installing the Style-5070 enclosure. Refer to the Style-5070 enclosure outline drawing (JE5309-00) in Appendix B. Be sure to consider the following: 1. Be conscious of planned ac input and dc output wiring to the ATevo selecting conduit entrances carefully.

  • Page 27: Wall-Mounting: Style-5070 Enclosure

    1 Receiving & Mounting FLOOR-MOUNTING: STYLE-5070 ENCLOSURE 19.84 [504] 3.50 FRONT OF CHARGER [89] 9.00 MTG. 18.10 [229] [460] BACK OF CHARGER 18.83 MTG. 0.50 [478] [13] 1.7.5 Wall-Mounting (Style-5070 enclosure) To wall-mount the ATevo Style-5070 enclosure, a special mounting accessory (p/n EI5008-50) is required.

  • Page 28: Wiring

    2 Wiring 2.1 Mechanical Diagram and Component Location ATevo features mechanical layouts and connection diagrams screen- printed onto its internal acrylic safety shield. See following pages. ATevo consists of the following components and subsections: • Rectifier Assembly (A6) Heatsink, SCR module, Free-Wheeling Diode (CR4), Polarity Diode (CR1) &...
  • Page 29 2 Wiring ATevo Silkscreen (1PH 30-50 Adc) RIBBON CABLE TO A2 POWER BOARD T1 Transformer L1 Inductor C2 (-) C2 (+) COMM EARTH AC MOV GROUND DETECT ENABLED JP102 DISABLED JP103 LOCAL JP104 REMOTE SENSE BATT TEMP RIBBON CABLE TO REMOTE SENSE A1 MAIN CONTROL ATevo...
  • Page 30 2 Wiring ATevo Silkscreen (1PH 75-100 Adc) RIBBON CABLE TO A2 POWER BOARD T1 Transformer C1 (+) SENSE COMM EARTH AC MOV GROUND DETECT ENABLED JP102 DISABLED JP103 LOCAL JP104 REMOTE SENSE BATT TEMP RIBBON CABLE TO REMOTE SENSE A1 MAIN CONTROL ATevo...

  • Page 31: Main Control Board (A1)

    2 Wiring 2.1.1 Main Control Board (A1) Mounted on the inside of the front panel door. It contains the ATevo front display, push buttons, and alarm LEDs. It is responsible for battery charger controls. 2.1.2 Power Board (A2) Mounted to the rectifier heat sink, along the left side of ATevo. It contains most power electronics connections, and terminal blocks for remote sense / optional TempCo wiring.

  • Page 32: Serial Communications Adapter (A12) - Optional

    2 Wiring 2.1.6 Serial Communications Adapter (A12) - optional Located above Ethernet Adapter (A22). Up to three (3) Serial Communications Adapter pc boards can be plugged into the Main Control Board (A1) at locations, P10, P11, and P12. • supports DNP3 and Modbus protocols (A12), and can be configured to support 2-wire or 4-wire RS-232 connections, or 2-wire or 4-wire RS-485 connections 2.1.7 Forced Load Sharing Comm Adapter (A13) - optional...

  • Page 33: Removing Safety Shield

    2 Wiring 2.2 Removing Protective Safety Shield ! WARNING To prevent injuries, the ATevo acrylic safety shield must always be installed when battery charger is in operation and/or energized. 2.2.1 Style-5054 Enclosure Steps: • Standard flat blade screwdriver is required. •...

  • Page 34: Making Ac Input Connections

    2 Wiring 2.4 Making AC Input Connections ATevo is a commercial / industrial product. It is not intended for use at any time in a residential environment, or to be powered by low- voltage public mains. It is the responsibility of the installer to provide ac supply wiring approved for use in the country where it is installed.

  • Page 35: Style-5054 Enclosure

    2 Wiring I/O CONNECTIONS (STYLE-5054) PROCEDURE 1. Remove safety shield per Section 2.2. 2. Run ac input supply wiring into ATevo, ending at the AC Input Circuit Breaker (CB1) and ground stud. 3. Connect wires to appropriate locations on AC Input Circuit Breaker (CB1) and system ground stud as indicated on drawing.

  • Page 36: Style-5070 Enclosure

    2 Wiring I/O CONNECTIONS (STYLE-5070) PROCEDURE 1. Remove top safety shield per Section 2.2. 2. Run ac input supply wiring into ATevo, ending at left side of I/O panel. 3. Connect wires to appropriate ac input CU-AL compression lugs on left side of I/O panel. 4.

  • Page 37: Making Dc Output Connections

    2 Wiring 2.5 Making DC Output Connections Installer is responsible to provide suitable dc output, battery, and dc load wiring. Follow these steps to connect the battery to ATevo: 1. Size the dc wiring to minimize voltage drop. Acceptable wire size depends on your installation.

  • Page 38: Style-5054 Enclosure

    2 Wiring I/O CONNECTIONS (STYLE-5054) PROCEDURE 1. Use a dc disconnect switch or circuit breaker between ATevo and the dc bus. This device should have lockout capability to allow ATevo to be disconnected from the dc bus for maintenance. 2. Remove safety shield per Section 2.2. 3.

  • Page 39: Style-5070 Enclosure

    2 Wiring I/O CONNECTIONS (STYLE-5070) PROCEDURE 1. Use a dc disconnect switch or circuit breaker between ATevo and the dc bus. This device should have lockout capability to allow ATevo to be disconnected from the dc bus for maintenance. 2. Remove top safety shield per Section 2.2. 3.

  • Page 40: Remote Voltage Sense

    2 Wiring 2.6 Remote Voltage Sense The ATevo can be wired to regulate output voltage at the battery terminals, instead of at the charger output terminals (CB2+/-). Refer to Section 11 for information and wiring instructions. 2.7 Wiring ATevo Common Alarm ATevo Main Control Board (A1) is equipped with a ‘summary’...

  • Page 41: Wiring Relays On Auxiliary I/O Board

    2 Wiring PROCEDURE 1. Allow 30in / 762mm of common alarm signal wire inside enclosure, and trim excess. 2. Route annunciator wires to back of ATevo front panel door, by following existing harness past door hinge. 3. Secure with two (2) zip ties, and allow a 4-6in / 102-153mm loop for the hinge.

  • Page 42: Wiring Serial Communications Adapters

    2 Wiring 2.10 Wiring Serial Communications Adapters ATevo will support up to three (3) optional Serial Communications Adapter pc boards (A12 or A13). They are mounted on the inside surface of the front panel door. Communication adapters plug directly into the left side of the Main Control Board (A1) via connection ports P10, P11, and P12.

  • Page 43: Controls & Navigation

    3 Controls & Navigation 3.1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ATevo front panel controls and indicators are organized into six (6) major groups or Sections. ALARM SECTION MAIN DISPLAY MODES & METHODS NAVIGATION & CONTROLS HINDLE HEALTH AC INPUT & DC OUTPUT CIRCUIT BREAKERS Actuator controls for ac input (CB1) and dc output (CB2) circuit breakers are accessible via front panel door cut-outs.

  • Page 44: Main Atevo Display

    3 Controls & Navigation 3.1.1 Main ATevo Display A back-lit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) shows all charger status and configuration information. The display is covered in Section 3.2. 3.1.2 Navigation and Control Button Group This group of buttons (MENU, ESC, EDIT/ENTER, UP, DOWN, LEFT, and RIGHT) is used to navigate ATevo screens and menus.

  • Page 45: Display

    3 Controls & Navigation 3.2 Display ATevo features a back-lit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), which is capable of depicting various text sizes and graphical objects. The graphical display, in combination with the front panel control buttons, provides a powerful user interface that is easy to use. The various ATevo screens include user prompts and user navigation icons to provide the user with an intuitive and hedonic experience.

  • Page 46: Configuration Screens

    3 Controls & Navigation • If a Temperature Compensation (TempCo) Probe is installed and enabled, the present battery temperature and normalized voltage set point will also appear on the display. Refer to Section 10 for more details on the TempCo option and display. •...

  • Page 47: Main Menu And Navigation

    3 Controls & Navigation 3.3 Main Menu and Navigation The navigation control buttons (MENU, ESC, EDIT/ENTER, UP, DOWN, LEFT, and RIGHT) are used to navigate through ATevo screens and menus. This system is intuitive to most people as it is similar to universally-adopted television remote control navigation buttons.

  • Page 48: Edit/Enter Button

    3 Controls & Navigation FURTHER DISPLAYED MAIN MENU ICONS Refer to Section 6.1 for descriptions of each. 3.3.2 EDIT/ENTER Button Pressing the EDIT/ENTER button will activate the feature or function selected on screen. As an example, in the prior screen shot, ‘Event Logs’...

  • Page 49: Navigation Conventions In This Manual

    3 Controls & Navigation 3.3.3 Navigation Conventions in this Manual In the previous two (2) pages, a sequence of commands was executed that caused a sequence of screens to display. That example was provided to illustrate the use of the UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT arrow buttons and the EDIT/ENTER button for navigation.

  • Page 50: Escape (Esc) Button

    3 Controls & Navigation To simplify further, we use a shorthand convention that makes use of the ‘>’ character between commands. Navigation Convention: Command > Command > Command With this convention, the previous example’s command sequence is: MENU > EVENT LOGS > ‘View event log’ Screen Convention: In the same way that the character ‘>’...

  • Page 51: Startup & Configuration

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.1 Startup A video of the ATevo Quick Setup Instructions is available online. Follow the hyperlink below, or scan the QR code to the right to view this informative tool. 4.1.1 Understanding the Startup Sequence ATevo is pre-configured to work with most common batteries and loads without further adjustment.
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  • Page 56: Checking Installation

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.1.3 Checking Installation Two (2) additional resources are available for download and printing, to aid users with ATevo start-up: • Quick Setup Sheet (JC5020-51) • Startup Procedure Checklist (JD0064-51) Prior to powering up ATevo for the first time, it is recommended that: •...

  • Page 57: Home Screen

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.1.5 Home Screen The default HOME screen appears after power up. It displays: • bus voltage (Vdc) • charger current (Adc) On the top line (in smaller text) it also lists status of CHARGER MODE, and EQUALIZE METHOD. These are covered in Section 5.1. CHARGER MODE EQUALIZE METHOD ‘Float’...

  • Page 58: How To Configure General Parameter Settings

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.2.1 How to Configure General Parameter Settings You can adjust ATevo settings during operation using the front panel controls. When you first press EDIT/ENTER, ATevo prompts you to set the first parameter in the list (Float Voltage). To set parameters, do the following: •...

  • Page 59: Setting Equalize Voltage

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.2.3 Setting Equalize Voltage From the HOME screen, press EDIT/ENTER twice, until the Edit Equalize Voltage Screen is visible, ‘Equalize Voltage (V)’, on top of display. To set this parameter follow the steps in Section 4.2.1. 4.2.4 Setting Equalize Timer From the HOME screen, press EDIT/ENTER three (3) times, until the Edit Equalize Timer Screen is visible, ‘Eqlz.

  • Page 60: Setting Low Dc Alarm Voltage

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.2.6 Setting Low DC Alarm Voltage From the HOME screen, press EDIT/ENTER five (5) times, until the Edit Low DC Alarm Voltage Screen is visible, ‘Low DC Alarm (V)’, on top of display. To set this parameter follow the steps in Section 4.2.1. 4.2.7 Setting Current Limit Level From the HOME screen, press EDIT/ENTER six (6) times, until the Edit Current Limit Level Screen is visible, ‘Current Limit(A)’, on top of...

  • Page 61: Configuring Advanced Set Points And Alarms

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.3 Configuring Advanced Set Points and Alarms This section details the configuration of new, more advanced features available in ATevo. It also details features that may have been present in legacy AT10.1 Series battery chargers, where the configuration process has been changed or simplified.

  • Page 62: Setting High Level Detect

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.3.3 Setting High Level Detect To access and change the High Level Detect set point for the High Level Detect feature (covered in Section 5.4), follow the steps in Section 4.3.1. 4.3.4 Setting Low Voltage Level Detect To access and change the Low Level Detect set point for the Low Level Detect feature (covered in Section 5.3), follow the steps in Section 4.3.1.

  • Page 63: Configuring System Settings

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.4 Configuring System Settings This Section details the configuration of ATevo system parameters: including date, time, and LCD controls (brightness, contrast, etc.). 4.4.1 How to Configure System Settings To enter the System Settings mode, select: MENU > SYSTEM SETTINGS ATevo will display a scrollable screen of parameters.

  • Page 64: Setting System Date

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.4.3 Setting System Date To change the System Date, follow the steps in Section 4.4.1. 4.4.4 Setting Display Backlight Control To change the LCD Backlight setting (ON/OFF), follow the steps in Section 4.4.1. 4.4.5 Setting Display Contrast To change the LCD Display Contrast, follow the steps in Section 4.4.1.

  • Page 65: Setting Display Backlight Intensity

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.4.6 Setting Display Backlight Intensity To change the LCD Display Backlight Intensity, follow the steps in Section 4.4.1. 4.4.7 Setting Display Reverse Image Control To change the LCD Display Image preference, follow the steps in Section 4.4.1. 4.5 Configuring Relays ATevo is equipped with a ‘summary’...
  • Page 66 4 Startup & Configuration By default, the Main Board Relay is configured to indicate the status of the Common Alarm, but this may be changed to indicate the status of any ATevo alarm or status state. If this relay is configured to be ‘latching’, it will change to the active state after configured time delay, and remain in the active state even if the alarming condition is no longer present.

  • Page 67: Configuring Auxiliary I/O Board Relays

    4 Startup & Configuration To change the relay’s latching status: ‘Latching:’ > select desired status To change the relay time delay: ‘Delay:’ > increment/decrement to set point value 4.5.2 Configuring Auxiliary I/O Board Relays Configuration of the relays on the optional Auxiliary I/O Board is similar to the Common Alarm Relay configuration on the Main Control Board.

  • Page 68: Configuring Serial Communications Adapter

    4 Startup & Configuration To disable an alarm in the COMMON ALARM list: MENU > COMMON ALARM > select alarm to change status If an ‘[X]’ appears to the left of the alarm, it will activate the COMMON ALARM. If ‘[ ]’ appears, it will not activate the COMMON ALARM.

  • Page 69: Enabling/Disabling High Level Detect

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.9 Enabling/Disabling High Level Detect ATevo has a dedicated hardware circuit that can shut down the charger should a catastrophic microprocessor failure occur and the rectifier control become locked to the full ‘on’ state. The setting for the Analog High Voltage Shutdown jumper determines whether the High Level Detect circuit is enabled or disabled.

  • Page 70: Configuring Ground Alarms

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.10 Configuring Ground Alarms The ATevo firmware provides two (2) types of ground alarms. • ground fault alarm - triggered by current leakage to ground • ground imbalance alarm - triggered by pos(+) / neg(-) difference Likewise, each ground alarm type features two (2) levels of notification priority (alarm ‘warning’...

  • Page 71: Configuring Battery Settings

    4 Startup & Configuration 4.11 Configuring Battery Settings This Section details the configuration of ATevo parameters, as it relates to the battery. These include battery type, End of Discharge alarm level (Vdc), and optional Battery Temperature Probe. 4.11.1 Selecting Battery Type To select battery type, press MENU, then select BATTERY SETTINGS: •...

  • Page 72: Basic Operation

    5 Basic Operation 5.1 ATevo Operating Modes AC ON ATevo operating mode and method selections are primarily MAIN controlled by three (3) buttons (DISPLAY MODE, CHARGE MODE, and HIGH DC VOLTAGE EQUALIZE METHOD) at the far left of the control panel. DISPLAY B A T T E R Y C H A R G E R LOW DC VOLTAGE...

  • Page 73: Changing Charge Mode

    5 Basic Operation 5.1.2 Changing Charge Mode ATevo has two (2) output voltage modes, which are set with the CHARGE MODE button: • FLOAT - for normal battery charging • EQUALIZE - to balance voltage among battery cells Before using, consult battery data sheets. Present charge mode is displayed at the top-left of the HOME screen: •...

  • Page 74: Changing Equalize Method

    5 Basic Operation 5.1.3 Changing Equalize Method The EQUALIZE METHOD button switches the equalize method between MANUAL TIMER and AUTOMATIC TIMER. The present equalize method is displayed at the top-right of the HOME screen. • ‘Eqlz Mthd: Man’ specifies MANUAL TIMER •...

  • Page 75: Resetting Latched Relays (Legacy Method)

    5 Basic Operation To test Alarm Relays, press and hold the DOWN key. After four (4) seconds, the form-C alarm contacts will change state on: • common alarm relay (A1-TB6) • any optional Auxiliary I/O Board relays (A4x-TB4) When DOWN is released, ATevo will briefly display the charger’s installed firmware version.

  • Page 76: Low Level Detect

    5 Basic Operation 5.3 Low Level Detect ATevo has an analog Low Level Detect function, similar to the Low Level Detect feature in legacy AT10.1 Series battery chargers. This feature is a dedicated hardware circuit that detects if the dc bus voltage is below a configurable set point.

  • Page 77: High Level Detect

    5 Basic Operation 5.4 High Level Detect ATevo High Level Detect has a dedicated hardware circuit that detects if the dc bus voltage is above a configurable set point. If the dc voltage rises above the set point threshold for more than thirty (30) seconds, the circuit disables the output drivers (rectifier controllers) and forces the Common Alarm Relay to the active state.

  • Page 78: Advanced Operation

    6 Advanced Operation 6.1 ATevo Main Menu Press ‘MENU’ to access the Main Menu. The first six (6) menu selection icons appear. Use the UP, DOWN, LEFT, or RIGHT arrow buttons to navigate. Icons appear in inverse video when selected. The top of the screen indicates the Main Menu is being displayed and to the far right of ‘Main Menu’...

  • Page 79: Advanced Settings Icon

    6 Advanced Operation 6.1.2 Advanced Settings Icon This icon opens configurable options for Advanced Settings. Refer to Section 4.3 for instructions. 6.1.3 Battery Settings Icon This icon opens configurable options for Battery Settings. Refer to Section 4.11 for instructions. 6.1.4 Ground Alarm Icon This icon opens configurable options for Ground Fault Alarm Settings.

  • Page 80: Relays Icon

    6 Advanced Operation 6.1.7 Relays Icon This icon shows relay configuration and control options. Use it to configure relays and reset or clear any latched alarm relays. To change a relay configuration, execute the ‘Relay configuration’ command then select the relay you wish to configure.

  • Page 81: Save|Reset Configuration Icon

    6 Advanced Operation 6.1.11 Save|Reset Configuration Icon This icon permits a system backup or restore, using an optional SD memory card. All configuration set points, alarm thresholds, and communications settings can be stored on and retrieved from SD memory card. Refer to Section 6.5 for instructions. 6.1.12 Security Icon This icon opens a list of user password and login functions.

  • Page 82: Health Button

    ALARMS STANDARD POSITIVE (+) GROUND DRAWINGS LARM RESET ) SERVICE NEGATIVE (-) GROUND INSTRUCTIONS 6 Advanced Operation ATSERIES.NET 6.3 Health Button COMMON ALARM LAMP TEST ) The HEALTH button initiates the Hindle Health System. The user is prompted through a series of tests that verify the ATevo is working properly.

  • Page 83: Setting Passwords

    6 Advanced Operation 6.4.2 How to Access Security Features and Password Configuration Each authorization level has a unique password - a text string of up to fourteen (14) characters. DEFAULT ACCESS LEVEL is factory set to ADMINISTRATOR. You need ADMINISTRATOR privilege to change any password or change the DEFAULT ACCESS level.

  • Page 84: Setting Default Access

    6 Advanced Operation 6.4.4 Setting Default Access The DEFAULT ACCESS setting determines the authorization and password level when there is no log in. If you do not wish to implement password security, DEFAULT ACCESS should be set to ADMINISTRATOR, the default factory setting. 6.4.5 Logging In to a Password Authorization Level If you attempt to access a feature or change a parameter that is configured at a higher privilege level than DEFAULT ACCESS (or the...

  • Page 85: Logging Out

    6 Advanced Operation 6.4.6 Logging Out You must log out after completing operations at a higher privilege level, or protected operations will be available for anyone to access. To LOG OUT of the present privilege level, select ‘LOG OUT’. The user will receive a confirmation message, and return to DEFAULT ACCESS.

  • Page 86: Storing Event Log File To Memory Card

    6 Advanced Operation 6.5.2 Storing Event Log File to Memory Card ATevo Event Log can be transferred onto SD Memory Card then to a Personal Computer (PC) or other electronic device for archiving or evaluation. The file is stored in ASCII text format for easy import into spreadsheets or other third party software.

  • Page 87: Storing/Recalling Settings To/From Memory Card

    6 Advanced Operation 6.5.3 Storing/Recalling Settings to/from Memory Card All settings can be stored onto SD Memory Card including: voltage and current set points, alarm thresholds, and relay configuration. To copy ATevo Configuration to SD Memory Card: MENU > SAVE:RESET SETTINGS > ‘Backup to Memory Card’ The screen will briefly confirm the file was copied successfully.

  • Page 88: Upgrading Firmware Via Sd Memory Card

    6 Advanced Operation To copy ATevo Configuration from SD Memory Card to the Main Control Board: MENU > SAVE:RESET SETTINGS > ’Restore from Memory Card’ The screen will briefly confirm the file was copied successfully. The charger will restart with the restored configuration settings. 6.5.4 Upgrading Firmware via SD Memory Card A powerful ATevo feature is that the Main Control Board (A1) firmware (or software) can be easily updated in the field, without...
  • Page 89 6 Advanced Operation • Move shorting block on jumper to ‘PRGM’ position from ‘NORM’. • Insert ATevo-compatible SD Card (with program files) into socket. • Press RESET button (SW13) located 3in below RE-FLASH JUMPER. mainapp.bin • If file is stored on the card, the message below will appear.

  • Page 90: Alarms & Indicators

    7 Alarms & Indicators 7.1 Legacy AT10.1 Alarms and Indicators ATevo alarms can be divided into two (2) groups: • Legacy AT10.1 Alarms • Advanced Alarms (covered in Section 7.5) The Legacy Alarm group is a superset of the standard alarm group recommended by the NEMA (PE5) and IEEE (2405-2022) standards for stationary battery chargers.

  • Page 91: Common Alarm Indicator

    7 Alarms & Indicators All Legacy Alarms will activate the Common Alarm relay (as covered in Section 7.2), thereby changing to the alarmed state after a configured time delay. Alarms will also be reported by any installed optional protocol communications board and may also be configured to activate a discrete relay on optional Auxiliary I/O Boards.
  • Page 92 7 Alarms & Indicators ATevo...
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  • Page 94: Active Alarm Bar, Alarm View, And Alarm Log

    7 Alarms & Indicators 7.4 Active Alarm Bar, Alarm View, and Alarm Log 7.4.1 Active Alarm Bar The Active Alarm Bar is located at the bottom of the Home Screen. Key points regarding the Active Alarm Bar: • It reports any and all active alarms, and is blank if there are none.

  • Page 95: Advanced Alarms

    7 Alarms & Indicators 7.5 Advanced Alarms ATevo alarms can be divided into two (2) groups: • Legacy AT10.1 Alarms (covered in Section 7.1) • Advanced Alarms Covered in the following sections, the Advanced Alarms: • do not have dedicated LEDs to indicate when they are active •...

  • Page 96: End Of Discharge (Eod) Alarm

    7 Alarms & Indicators The Low Level Detect feature contains dedicated hardware and operates independent of microprocessor control. The Low Level Detect is a true ‘failsafe‘ feature that activates the common alarm relay in response to a catastrophic failure such as a microprocessor failure.

  • Page 97: Internal Feedback Failure Alarm

    7 Alarms & Indicators 7.5.8 Internal Feedback Failure Alarm This alarm is activated when the Main Control Board (A1) senses the (pre-filtered) internal voltage is out-of-range. The internal voltage is always measured inside the ATevo, before the dc output filter circuitry.
  • Page 98 7 Alarms & Indicators To reset an individual latched alarm relay: MENU > RELAYS > ‘Unlatch selected relays’ > select latched relay from list To reset all latched alarm relays: MENU > RELAYS > ‘Unlatch all relays (x)’ (where ‘x’ represents the number of presently latched relays) After executing this command the number between ‘( )’...

  • Page 99: Battery Open Test

    7 Alarms & Indicators 7.7 Battery Open Test The Battery Open Test feature will detect if the connection between the battery and ATevo has been lost, or if there is a weak or faulty battery. The test lowers the charger voltage and verifies whether the battery can assume the present dc load.

  • Page 100: Running Battery Open Test Periodically

    7 Alarms & Indicators To configure the voltage set point at which to terminate the test if no battery is present: ‘Setpoint’ > adjust voltage 7.7.2 Running Battery Open Test Periodically To schedule periodic Battery Open Tests: MENU > TESTING > ‘Test Settings’ > ‘Run periodically:’ > ‘Enabled’ ‘Every:’...

  • Page 101: Running Battery Open Test Manually

    7 Alarms & Indicators 7.7.3 Running Battery Open Test Manually To run the Battery Open Test manually on demand: MENU > TESTING > ‘Run now’ 7.7.4 Resetting Battery Open Alarm If ATevo detects a battery open condition and the Battery Open Test alarm is activated, it can only be cleared by the Unlatch Battery Open Alarm control.

  • Page 102: Hindle Health System

    8 Hindle Health System 8.1 Hindle Health System - Overview The Hindle Health System (HHS) is a powerful, user-friendly standard feature that tests and reports on ATevo operational health. Some portions of the HHS continuously run in the background. Other parts require user intervention.

  • Page 103: Hindle Health Led Indicators

    8 Hindle Health System 8.2.3 Hindle Health LED Indicators Hindle Health LED Indicators are located at the bottom of the front control panel overlay. • GREEN LED, when lit, indicates ATevo is healthy. • RED LED, when lit, indicates ATevo has an issue. Urgency of action required depends upon if it is: »...

  • Page 104: Test Selection

    8 Hindle Health System 8.3.2 Test Selection After the initial introduction and safety screens, a screen prompts the user to select the tests to run. There are two (2) test selections: • Operation, Set Points, Alarms • Operation, Set Points (will not test alarms or relays) 8.3.3 Test Screens The remaining screens are test displays.

  • Page 105: Event Logs

    9 Event Logs 9.1 Event Log Types Event Logging is accessed via the EVENT LOG Main Menu. There are two (2) event logs: • Hindle Health events • all other events In addition to the logs, there are two (2) controls associated with event logging: •...

  • Page 106: Viewing Hindle Health Log

    9 Event Logs 9.3 Viewing Hindle Health Log To view the Hindle Health log: MENU > EVENT LOGS > ‘View Hindle Health log’ The most recent event or test stored will appear, but you can scroll through them with the RIGHT/LEFT arrows. The log will show the date and time the event occurred, the event name, and the pass or fail status of the test.

  • Page 107: Copying Event Logs To Sd Memory Card

    9 Event Logs To clear the logs: MENU > EVENT LOGS > ‘Clear event log’ > ‘Yes’ to confirm 9.5 Copying Event Logs to SD Memory Card Event logs can be copied to a removable SD memory card located on the Main Control Board (A1).

  • Page 108: Battery Temperature Compensation

    10 Battery Temperature Compensation 10.1 ATevo Battery Temperature Compensation Battery manufacturers specify recommended float and equalize voltages at 25 °C (77 °F) for their product. Temperatures above or below the nominal 25 °C require a slightly lower or higher voltage (respectively) in order to prolong battery life and ensure reliable operation.
  • Page 109 10 Battery Temperature Compensation PROCEDURE 1. Turn off (open) both ATevo front panel breakers (CB1/CB2). 2. De-energize and lock out all external ac and dc voltages. 3. Allow internal voltage potentials to dissipate. 4. Open front panel door, and remove safety shield. 5.
  • Page 110 DANGER A4 Aux I/O Board HIGH VOLTAGE (EN5040-##) (EN5038-##) 10 Battery Temperature Compensation TBS1 TBS2 J105 DANGER TP4 OUTPUT POS 11. Route the interconnection cable to ATevo signal terminal block HIGH VOLTAGE PELIGRO TP3 OUTPUT NEG (TB8) marked ‘BATT TEMP’, as shown in the images below: ALTO VOLTAJE TP1(-) Style-5054...

  • Page 111: Configuring The Tempco Option

    10 Battery Temperature Compensation 12. Connect the TempCo cable to ATevo. » Locate TB8 and insert one (1) of each of the stripped wires from the twisted pair into each location on the terminal block. Connection Points are not polarity sensitive. »...

  • Page 112: Using The Tempco Option

    10 Battery Temperature Compensation 10.3 Using the TempCo Option When ATevo is equipped with a temperature compensation probe, it auto-adjusts output voltage applied to the battery to keep float current constant, thereby avoiding overcharging and undercharging. The probe senses battery temperature variation and adjusts output float/equalize voltages to compensate.

  • Page 113: Temperature Compensation Curves

    10 Battery Temperature Compensation • The charger set point voltage (at 25 °C) appears in small font directly below the present battery temperature. 10.4 Temperature Compensation Curves The following graph depicts the voltage correction applied to ATevo output based on battery temperature sensed by the TempCo probe. EXAMPLE Suppose you are dealing with a lead-acid battery whose temperature is 100 °F / 37.8 °C.

  • Page 114: Remote Sense

    11 Remote Sense 11.1 ATevo Remote Voltage Sense ATevo regulates dc output voltage as measured at the charger’s output connection (CB2+/-). The Remote Voltage Sense feature permits ATevo to monitor and regulate the dc output voltage at the battery. This feature is useful when long battery cables, causing resistive voltage-drop, connect ATevo to the battery.

  • Page 115: Wiring For Remote Sense

    11 Remote Sense 11.3 Wiring for Remote Sense Route twisted-pair cable between the battery and ATevo. Make the connections listed below, before moving the Remote Sense jumpers to enable Remote Sense. PREPARATION • Open both front panel circuit breakers (CB1/CB2). •...
  • Page 116 11 Remote Sense PROCEDURE • Connect wire from twisted-pair designated ‘DC(+)’ to 1-POS on REMOTE SENSE terminal block. • Connect wire designated ‘DC(-)’ to 3-NEG on REMOTE SENSE. • Observing correct polarity, connect battery end of ‘DC(+)’ wire to a positive (+) sense location on the battery. •...

  • Page 117: Configuring Remote Sense Jumpers

    11 Remote Sense 11.4 Configuring Remote Sense Jumpers ATevo must be configured to sense dc output voltage used for regulation at either the charger’s dc output, or at the voltage present on the Remote Sense terminal block (A2-TB1). This configuration is accomplished by moving shorting block jumpers, located on the ATevo Power Board (A2).

  • Page 118: Disabling Remote Sense

    11 Remote Sense 11.5 Disabling Remote Sense If you need to temporarily disable Remote Sense: • De-energize and lock out all external ac and dc voltages. • Open ATevo front panel door, and remove safety shield. • Verify no hazardous voltages are present with a voltmeter. •...

  • Page 119: Auxiliary Inputs/Outputs

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.1 Auxiliary Input/Output (I/O) Board The Auxiliary I/O Board (A4) is an optional component, supplied when local communication to and from ATevo is required. Each board is equipped with: • six (6) relays • four (4) generic binary inputs •...

  • Page 120: Relays

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.1.1 Relays The Auxiliary I/O Board (A4) contains six (6) configurable one (1) form-C relays. Relay contacts are rated for 0.5A @ 125 Vac/Vdc. Each relay has: • a LED that serves as a debugging aid that illuminates when the relay is in alarmed state •...

  • Page 121: Analog Inputs

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.1.3 Analog Inputs The four (4) Analog inputs are rated for 0-10 Vdc. They utilize a common ground, referenced to DC OUTPUT NEG(-), and can be used to import generic analog values into ATevo. ATevo assigns each analog input a unique generic name such as ‘AUX 1 input AN1’.

  • Page 122: Connections To Auxiliary I/O Board

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.2 Connections to Auxiliary I/O Board 12.2.1 System Connections The Auxiliary I/O Board header socket (A4-P1) plugs into header pins (A2-J105) on the Power Board. All system connections are factory installed when the Auxiliary I/O Board option is ordered with ATevo. 12.2.2 Wiring Relays Connections Connections to the relays are made through an 18-position terminal block (A4-TB4).

  • Page 123: Wiring Binary Input Connections

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs NOTES • Alarm contacts are rated for 0.5A @ 125 Vac/Vdc. • Signal terminal block (A4-TB4) is compression screw type, accepting #22-14 AWG wire. • Terminals are labeled in the non-alarm condition, with ATevo operating ‘normally’ and relays energized. NOTICE not ‘shelf state’...
  • Page 124 12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs NOTICE Before wiring the binary inputs, verify the binary input voltage selection jumpers are configured for correct input voltage. Refer to Section 12.3.2. Incorrect voltage configuration may damage the Auxiliary I/O Board (A4). Factory default is 130 Vdc. PROCEDURE 1.

  • Page 125: Wiring Analog Input Connections

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.2.4 Wiring Analog Input Connections Connections to the analog inputs are made through 5-pos terminal block (A4-TB3). The terminal block is removable to simplify wiring. Terminal connections are labeled along the edge of the Auxiliary I/O Board next to terminal block (A4-TB3).

  • Page 126: Hardware Configuration

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.3 Hardware Configuration The Auxiliary I/O Board requires two (2) hardware configurations: • the Auxiliary I/O Board address • the binary input voltage settings 12.3.1 Auxiliary I/O Board Address The ATevo will support up to four (4) Auxiliary I/O Boards (A4x). Each Auxiliary I/O Board connected to ATevo must have a unique address setting to identify it to the system.

  • Page 127: Binary Input Voltage Configuration

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.3.2 Binary Input Voltage Configuration Each binary input has an associated input voltage configuration jumper. The configuration jumpers (P3, P4, P6, and P7) are located adjacent to the Binary Input Terminal Block (A4-TB1) on the Auxiliary I/O Board.

  • Page 128: Auxiliary I/O Board Relay Configuration

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs NOTICE Software Configuration Naming In the following subsections, Auxiliary I/O Board relays are specified by ‘A4x’ board number (refer to Section 12.3.1) plus relay number on the associated board. For example, ‘Aux 1 relay 3’ specifies Relay #3 on Auxiliary I/O Board #1.

  • Page 129: Auxiliary I/O Board Relay Latch Configuration

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.4.3 Auxiliary I/O Board Relay Latch Configuration To change latching control configuration on an Auxiliary I/O Board: MENU > RELAYS > ‘Relay Configuration’ > select relay from options (refer to Section 12.4.1) > ‘Latching:’ > select from two (2) options 12.4.4 Auxiliary I/O Board Relay Time Delay Configuration To change delay time configuration for a relay on an Auxiliary I/O Board:...

  • Page 130: Software Configuration For Binary Inputs

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.5 Software Configuration for Binary Inputs The Auxiliary I/O Board binary inputs are used to monitor, report, and/or alarm on the status of any external switch or contact. Each input can be independently configured to be active high or low, activate an alarm, and/or activate a control.

  • Page 131: Binary Input Name Assignment

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.5.2 Binary Input Name Assignment To change the name of a binary input on an Auxiliary I/O Board: MENU > AUX INPUTS > ‘Binary Input Configuration’ > select input from options (refer to Section 12.5.1) > ‘Name:’ > set characters as desired 12.5.3 Binary Active State Assignment The binary active state assignment determines the normal and alarm...

  • Page 132: Binary Input Alarm Enable

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.5.4 Binary Input Alarm Enable The binary active alarm enable assignment determines whether the binary input will generate an alarm, when it senses the alarmed state. Alarms generated by binary inputs will appear by their configured name in the alarm list and on the bottom of the HOME screen.

  • Page 133: Factory Default Binary Input Configuration

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.5.6 Factory Default Binary Input Configuration Unless otherwise specified, the ATevo Auxiliary I/O Board (A4) will ship from the factory with the following binary input configuration: Factory Default Binary Input Configuration Binary Alarm Active Input Name State Action...

  • Page 134: Software Configuration For Analog Inputs

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.6 Software Configuration for Analog Inputs The Auxiliary I/O Board (A4) analog inputs are used to monitor, report, and/or alarm on the status of any external transducer or sensor. Each input can be scaled such that the value is reported in primary units (°C, Vac, etc.).

  • Page 135: Analog Input Name Assignment

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.6.2 Analog Input Name Assignment To change the name of an analog input on an Auxiliary I/O Board: MENU > AUX INPUTS > ‘Analog Input Configuration’ > select input (refer to Section 12.6.1) > ‘Name:’ > set characters desired 12.6.3 Analog Input Primary Unit Assignment ATevo can scale analog input values such that they can be represented in primary units.

  • Page 136: Analog Input Scaling Assignment

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.6.4 Analog Input Scaling Assignment ATevo can scale the analog input values such that the measurement can be represented in primary units. To adjust the scaling, enter the primary value when the analog input is at 0.0 Vdc, and the primary value when the analog input is at 10.0 Vdc.

  • Page 137: Analog Input Alarm And Trigger Assignment

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.6.5 Analog Input Alarm and Trigger Assignment The ATevo can generate alarms based on analog input value. There are several triggers that can be assigned to define the alarm condition. An alarm can be generated if the analog value is above a threshold, below a threshold, within a defined range, or outside a defined range.

  • Page 138: Analog Input Alarm Threshold Assignment

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.6.6 Analog Input Alarm Threshold Assignment ATevo can generate alarms based on analog input value. Alarm thresholds are the set points at which an alarm occurs. Each analog input can be assigned an alarm with a trigger. Some triggers only require one (1) threshold.

  • Page 139: Analog Input Action Assignment

    12 Auxiliary Inputs / Outputs 12.6.7 Analog Input Action Assignment The analog input action assignment links the analog input alarm to a charger control. Examples of a charger control include charger shutdown or float/equalize mode control. ATevo will execute the charger control when the analog input alarm is in the active state.

  • Page 140: Forced Load Sharing

    An abbreviated version of that text is listed in the following sections. 13.2 System Requirements • All battery chargers must be ATevo Series. The ATevo forced load sharing feature will not operate with legacy AT10.1 and AT30 Series battery chargers.

  • Page 141: Forced Load Sharing Configuration

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.3 Forced Load Sharing Configuration If the ATevo is ordered with the forced load sharing feature, the hardware and software configuration will be completed at the factory. The forced load sharing Serial Communications Adapters (A13) and software will be verified during production test. If forced load sharing is added to the ATevo in the field, the following three (3) hardware and software configurations will be required.

  • Page 142: Wiring Atevo Chargers For Forced Load Sharing

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.4 Wiring ATevo Chrgrs for Forced Load Sharing All ATevos required to share load on the same dc bus must be connected to the same network. The network will consist of a twisted pair cable with ground. The Serial Communication Adapters (A13) on each ATevo must be parallel wired, point-to-point as follows: Wiring for Forced Load Sharing ATevo-A...

  • Page 143: Configuring Atevo For Forced Load Sharing

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.4.1 Configuring ATevo for Forced Load Sharing Each ATevo connected in forced load sharing must be assigned a charger ID. Configure one (1) as the Primary charger, and configure the other as the Secondary charger. To configure ATevo for Forced Load Sharing: MENU >...
  • Page 144 13 Forced Load Sharing To configure ATevo Load Share Charger ID: MENU > COMMUNICATION > Port ‘X’ setup > Charger ID > select (A, B, C, or D) • Typically assign Primary charger as ‘A’ and Secondary chargers as ‘B’, ‘C’, and ‘D’ •...

  • Page 145: Forced Load Sharing Operation

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.5 Forced Load Sharing Operation The Primary ATevo runs a discovery poll each time it is reset or power-cycled. For discovery poll to work, Secondary ATevo(s) need to be powered before the Primary. During a discovery poll, the Primary ATevo queries ATevos with Charger IDs A, B, C, and D.

  • Page 146: Requirements To Maintain Forced Load Share

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.5.1 Requirements to Maintain Forced Load Sharing Several events can cause ATevos to break from Forced Load Sharing and resume independent output control: • communication failure between ATevos • an ATevo is shut down • an ATevo reports that it is not ready - which may be because of: »...

  • Page 147: Forced Load Sharing Alarms

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.5.3 Forced Load Sharing Alarms The following alarms related to Forced Load Sharing are logged and can be configured to trigger the common alarm: • ‘Loadshare Not Ready’ – displays on ATevo that is not ready to share load for reasons including no ac power, low ac power, HVDC shutdown, HLD shutdown, or open DC Breaker (CB2) •...

  • Page 148: Auto-Equalize With Forced Load Sharing

    13 Forced Load Sharing 13.9 Auto-Equalize with Forced Load Sharing If desired, Auto-Equalize mode only needs to be configured on the Primary ATevo. Secondary ATevos can also enable Auto-Equalize mode, but it will only matter if the Primary ATevo is offline. 13.10 Firmware Updates with Forced Load Sharing The recommended order to update firmware on ATevos sharing load is to update Secondary chargers first, and Primary chargers last.

  • Page 149: Maintenance

    14 Maintenance 14.1 Performing Routine Maintenance ! WARNING High voltages appear at several points inside the ATevo. Use extreme caution when working inside the enclosure. Do not attempt to work inside unless you are a qualified technician or electrician. Disconnect and lock out all power from ATevo before starting to remove or replace any components.

  • Page 150: Checking Temperature Compensation Probe - Optional

    14 Maintenance 14.1.4 Checking Temperature Compensation Probe - optional If you are using the optional Temperature Compensation Probe (A10), confirm the probe is securely installed. Make sure the connectors and the wiring from the probe to ATevo are in satisfactory condition. If there is a failure of the temperature compensation probe, or the wiring, ATevo will generate an alarm.

  • Page 151: Removing Safety Shield

    14 Maintenance 14.3.1 Removing Safety Shield Refer to Section 2.2. 14.3.2 Replacing Main Control Board (A1) • See also Service Instructions & JD5077-00). (JD5012-50 Preparation: • Shut down and lock out all power to ATevo. • Remove optional user wiring from various printed circuit boards (A1, A2, A4, etc.) terminals (TB#).

  • Page 152: Replacing A Serial Communications Adapter (A12/A13)

    14 Maintenance 14.3.3 Replacing a Serial Communications Adapter (A1#) To replace any Serial Communications Adapters (A12 or A13), refer to Section 14.3.2 for Replacing the Main Board (A1). The Main Control Board (A1) must be removed to replace a Serial Communications Adapter board.

  • Page 153: Replacing Power Board (A2)

    14 Maintenance Installation of New Rectifier: • Install removed boards onto new heat sink / rectifier assembly. • Replace and tighten all board mounting screws. • Insert new (replacement) rectifier assembly into enclosure. • Install mounting bolts on top and bottom of heat sink extrusion. •...

  • Page 154: Replacing Filter Capacitor Board (A7 Or C1X)

    14 Maintenance Installation of New Auxiliary I/O Board: • Align header socket (A4-P1) of Auxiliary I/O Board with header pins (A2-J105) on Power Board. • Push Auxiliary I/O Board onto header pins of Power Board, and align four (4) mounting holes with standoffs on Heat Sink. •...
  • Page 155 14 Maintenance For ATevo models rated 75-100 Adc: • See also Service Instruction (JD5078-01). • Locate the C1 discrete capacitor can(s) near the top-left of the enclosure. Removal of Existing Capacitor (C1x) Assembly: • Remove the screws attaching the capacitor to connection wires and/or bus bar.

  • Page 156: Replacing Eliminator Filter Capacitor (C2) - Optional

    14 Maintenance 14.3.9 Replacing Eliminator Filter Capacitor (C2) - optional Preparation: • Shut down and lock out all power to ATevo. • Wait several minutes to allow internal voltage potentials in capacitors to bleed off. • Open door, remove safety shield, and check with a voltmeter. For ATevo models rated 16-50 Adc: The eliminator filter (C2) consists of a single electrolytic capacitor, with two (2) wires connected directly to the Power Board (A2).

  • Page 157: Replacing Ac Input (Cb1) Or Dc Output (Cb2) Circuit Breaker

    14 Maintenance 14.3.10 Replacing AC and/or DC Circuit Breakers (CB1/CB2) Preparation: • Shut down and lock out all power to ATevo. • Open ATevo front panel door, and remove safety shield. • Verify no hazardous voltages are present with a voltmeter. •...
  • Page 158 14 Maintenance Transformer Removal: • Remove enclosure shroud. • Disconnect Transformer (T1) wires at Power Board lugs (A2-X1 and A2-X4). • Disconnect T1-Y1 and T1-Y2 transformer wires at Power Board (A2) terminal block. • Disconnect MOV Board (A9) from H1 and H5 primary leads, by removing two (2) screws that connect H1 and H5 lugs to MOV Board (A9).

  • Page 159: Replacing Dc Power Supply (P/S-A2)

    14 Maintenance 14.3.12 Replacing DC Power Supply (P/S-A2) • See also Service Instruction (JD5085-00). Steps: • Shut down and lock out all power to ATevo. • Open ATevo front panel door, and remove safety shield. • The 9V DC Power Supply Board (P/S-A2) is plugged onto the bottom-center of Power Board (A2), directly below the L2-2 lug.

  • Page 160: Appendices & Drawings

    Appendix A - Specifications except as noted, all specifications apply at 77 °F / 25 °C, nominal ac line voltage & nominal float voltage Specification Conditions Industry IEEE 2405-2022 Standards standard applications NEMA PE-5 (designed to) Agency CSA C22.2 Listings standard features &...
  • Page 161 Appendix A - Specifications except as noted, all specifications apply at 77 °F / 25 °C, nominal ac line voltage & nominal float voltage Specification Conditions cooling natural convection ambient temperature operating 0 to 122 °F / -18 to 50 °C elevation 3000 ft / 1000m without de-rating Environment...

  • Page 162: Appendix B - Standard Drawings

    Appendix B - Standard Drawings www.ATSeries.net/ATevo/ The manufacturer of ATevo Series Microprocessor-controlled float battery chargers maintains a brand-agnostic web site to support this product. It stores in Adobe Acrobat (*.pdf) format, the latest revisions of user documentation, including: • Manufacturer’s Technical Documents:...

  • Page 163: Atevo Batt Chgr Outline: Nema-1 Style-5054 Encl (Je5251-00)

    Appendix B - Standard Drawings ENCLOSURE OUTLINE DRAWINGS NEMA-1 Style-5054 (wall-mount) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5251-00.pdf) NEMA-1 Style-5070 (floor-mount) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5309-00.pdf) ATevo...

  • Page 164: Atevo Batt Chgr Internal Comp Layout: Style-5054 (Je5252-2#)

    Appendix B - Standard Drawings INTERNAL COMPONENT LAYOUT DRAWINGS Style-5054 (up to 50A standard) Style-5054 (up to 50A w/opts) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5252-20.pdf) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5252-29.pdf) Style-5070 (up to 50A standard) Style-5070 (up to 50A w/opts) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5310-10.pdf) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5310-19.pdf) Style-5070 (75-100A standard) Style-5070 (75-100A w/opts) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5310-20.pdf) (http://www.atseries.net/PDFs/JE5310-29.pdf) ATevo...

  • Page 165: Atevo Batt Chgr Control Panel / Pc Board Detail Drawings

    Appendix B - Standard Drawings ELECTRICAL CONTROL DRAWINGS CONTROL PANEL / PC BOARD DETAIL DRAWINGS • JE5253-20 (Style-5054, up to 50Adc, standard) • JE5253-29 (Style-5054, up to 50Adc, w/options) JE5313-10 • (Style-5070, up to 50Adc, standard) JE5313-19 • (Style-5070, up to 50Adc, w/options) •...

  • Page 166: Document Control Information

    Document Control Information DOCUMENT NUMBER The text and graphics contained within this manual are controlled by the manufacturer’s internal part number (JA5128-00). The revision date of this manual’s text and graphics is listed below. These controls supercede all other available dates. The first and last page of this manual are reserved for company-specific front and back cover artwork.
  • Page 167 User Notes...
  • Page 168 JA5062-52 (http://www.atseries.net/MDS/JA5062-52.pdf) JA5062-52 - Rev. 05-2024...

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