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OWNER'S MANUAL
BatteryCharge60
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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL BatteryCharge60 TEAMBMPRO.COM...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Take care and remove unwanted metal objects from the vicinity of the battery and BatteryCharge60. Remove any personal metal adornment such as chain, watch or ring before handling the battery and BatteryCharge60.
  • Page 3 Only charge battery types which are supported by this charger (see “Compatible Battery Types”) The connection of the BatteryCharge60 to the supply mains is to be in accordance with the national wiring rules. Do not drop or vigorously shake the product as this may cause damage. Do not shock the product, its accessories or batteries as this may cause the product or battery to fail, catch fire or explode.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..... . 2 ABOUT THE BATTERYCHARGE60 ....6 ADDITIONAL FEATURES .
  • Page 5 USING THE BATTERYCHARGE60 IN AN RV POWER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM USING THE BATTERYCHARGE60 AS A POWER SUPPLY ..16 CHARGING PROCESS ..... . 17 LEAD-ACID BATTERY CHARGING.

  • Page 6: About The Batterycharge60

    The BatteryCharge60 is suitable for a range of battery sizes, making it ideal for charging your car, caravan, bike, truck or boat battery and battery banks.

  • Page 7: Description Of Parts

    DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 1. Mounting Points (4x) Two on each side. Used to mount the BatteryCharge60 on a wall or work bench. 2. AC Mains Supply Cable and Plug Used to connect the BatteryCharge60 to AC power. 3. DC Output Cables with Fitted Ring Terminals...
  • Page 8 6. Battery Charge Rate Selection Button Used to select the charging current. Press the battery charge rate selection button multiple times to navigate between the available charging rates. 7. P1 and P2 Input Buttons Used for various functions of the BatteryCharge60.

  • Page 9: Installing The Batterycharge60

    HOLES HOLES WARNING Do not mount the BatteryCharge60 in a vertical orientation, as this will expose the fan air intakes to dust and moisture. To avoid overheating, ensure the BatteryCharge60 is installed in a well- ventilated area with at least 100mm of free space around the sides and bottom for air circulation.

  • Page 10: Wiring The Batterycharge60

    Attach the BatteryCharge60’s negative (-) black output cable to the battery’s negative terminal. Place the temperature sensor as close to the battery as possible. The temperature sensor monitors ambient temperature, allowing the BatteryCharge60 to adjust the charging output so it can compensate for high and low temperatures.

  • Page 11: Using The Batterycharge60

    SETTING UP THE BATTERYCHARGE60 The BatteryCharge60’s default setting is RV Mode. If you are not using your BatteryCharge60 as part of an RV power management system, you can exit RV Mode by holding down the P2 button for 20 seconds. This will cause the green P2 LED to turn off.

  • Page 12: Battery Charging

    Once the BatteryCharge60 is connected, press the P1 button to begin battery charging. When the BatteryCharge60 is charging a battery, green LEDs will display on the battery charge stage display. The current charging stage will be shown with a flashing LED. Completed charging stages will be shown with a solid LED. When all LEDs are green and are no longer flashing, the battery has reached float mode, the final stage of charging.

  • Page 13: Charging A Battery In A Parked Vehicle

    CHARGING A BATTERY IN A PARKED VEHICLE The BatteryCharge60 is not intended to charge a vehicle’s battery while the vehicle is running. However, you may charge the battery while the vehicle is parked, and the ignition is off. To charge a battery in a parked vehicle: Attach the BatteryCharge60’s positive (+) red cable to the battery’s positive...

  • Page 14: Batterycharge60 Operating Modes

    The BatteryCharge60 has multiple operating modes, each optimised for specific requirements. RV MODE RV Mode is the BatteryCharge60’s default setting, and is optimised for use within an RV power management system. When in RV Mode, the BatteryCharge60 will begin charging immediately upon startup, and will skip the desulphation charging stage when charging Gel, AGM and Calcium battery chemistries, which helps protect sensitive electronics.

  • Page 15: Using The Batterycharge60 In An Rv Power Management System

    The BatteryCharge60 comes default in RV Mode. If the BatteryCharge60 is already in RV mode, the P2 LED will be green. If the P2 LED is not green, the BatteryCharge60 is not in RV Mode. Hold the P2 button down for 20 seconds to enter RV Mode.

  • Page 16: Using The Batterycharge60 As A Power Supply

    USING THE BATTERYCHARGE60 AS A POWER SUPPLY WARNING DO NOT use the BatteryCharge60 in Power Supply Mode if a battery is connected. Disconnect the BatteryCharge60 from the battery before entering Power Supply Mode to avoid battery damage due to constant current output.

  • Page 17: Charging Process

    The desulphation stage will break down any hardened lead-sulphate before battery charging starts. The desulphation stage is disabled when the BatteryCharge60 is in RV Mode. For more information, refer to the section RV Mode. Soft Charge (2nd Battery Charge State LED Flashes) To help preserve battery life, the battery is initially charged with a smaller, “softer”...

  • Page 18: Lithium Charging

    Analysis (5th Battery Charge State LED Flashes) The BatteryCharge60 will test the battery to determine if it is fully charged. If the battery is not fully charged, the BatteryCharge60 will proceed to recondition the battery. Recondition (6th Battery Charge State LED Flashes) Reconditioning is important in bringing batteries with a low state of health to full charge.

  • Page 19: Cleaning

    BatteryCharge60. To clean the housing of the BatteryCharge60, use a dry or moist cotton cloth to gently wipe off any dust or dirt.

  • Page 20: Faqs And Troubleshooting

    If the BatteryCharge60 setup encounters a problem that prevents battery charging, the first LED in the battery charge stage display will flash a red error code. If it’s safe, fix the issue and then power cycle the BatteryCharge60 to resume charging. FAULT...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS BATTERYCHARGE60 Input Voltage 230-240VAC, 50Hz Input Power 960W Output Voltage Range 8-16VDC Nominal Output Voltage (Power Supply Mode) 13.6V Output Current (Power Supply Mode) Lead-acid: 8V Minimum Start Voltage Lithium: 0V Charging Current 5A / 15A / 25A / 60A Back Drain <4mA...

  • Page 22: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    The warranty period of the product is two years. If, before the warranty period has ended, a fault occurs with the product and BMPRO finds the product is defective in materials or workmanship, BMPRO at its discretion will subject to further rights accorded by the Australian Consumer Law to either: • ...
  • Page 23 (k) the fault is a result of common wear & tear. LIMITATIONS No express warranties or representations are made by BMPRO other than what is set out in this warranty. The absolute limit of BMPRO’s liability under this express warranty is the repair or replacement of the product or part of the product.
  • Page 24 BMPRO TEAM customerservice@teambmpro.com BMPRO 19 Henderson Rd, Knoxfield VIC 3180 Australia .COM teambmpro.com...

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