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ZKL 3000 RC Battery Management
DUAL INVENTIVE
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Telephone: +31 (0)13-5339969
Email: info@dualinventive.com
Website: https://dualinventive.com/en/
BELGIËSTRAAT 5
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5061 KG OISTERWIJK
Date: September 2024
Version: 1.0.0
User Guide: Original

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  • Page 1 User Guide ZKL 3000 RC Battery Management DUAL INVENTIVE BELGIËSTRAAT 5 5061 KG OISTERWIJK Telephone: +31 (0)13-5339969 Date: September 2024 Email: info@dualinventive.com Version: 1.0.0 Website: https://dualinventive.com/en/ User Guide: Original...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Backup Battery Tech Specs ......................... 9 Main Battery Tech Specs ..........................9 Installation Setup and Configurations ..................... 10 Installing the Battery in the ZKL 3000 RC ..................10 Basic Setup ................................11 Tandem Setup ..............................11 Solar Setup ................................11 6.4.1...
  • Page 3 11.4 Reporting An Issue ............................19 Dual Inventive Technical Support ...................... 21 Disposal of Batteries ..........................22 Page 2 of 22...

  • Page 4: Version History

    1 Version History VERSION NO. DATE CHANGE LOG REFERENCE APPROVED 1.0.0 12.09.2024 First Draft Rob Fox Page 3 of 22...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The purpose of this guide is to outline the best conditions and configurations to manage the ZKL 3000 RC battery to ensure that batteries are maintained in optimal condition for peak performance. This guide will also detail the battery products available to increase device longevity and operational availability.

  • Page 6: Battery Management Products

    40.10.0044.72 Charger for main battery only. Backup Battery 40.10.0000.65 The backup battery will keep the ZKL 3000 RC powered for up to 30 hours in the event of a loss of power from the main battery. Backup Battery Charger 40.10.0044.70 Charger for backup battery only.
  • Page 7 Solar NRG 3000 plus 40.10.0000.09 The solar panel will maintain the charge of the ZKL 3000 RC main battery. It can be used to charge the main battery of the ZKL 3000 RC. BBX 3000 40.10.0000.08...

  • Page 8: Charging

    4. Storage Temperature: Adhere to the Technical Specifications for the correct storage temperature range of the battery. 5. Repairs and Maintenance: Only Dual Inventive is authorized to repair and maintain the charger for backup and main batteries. 6. Charger Use: Use only the charger specifically supplied for each model.
  • Page 9 Figure 1 Main battery 7-pin power connector Figure 2 Main battery 4-pin input charging connector WARNING Before connecting the main battery charger to a new battery, it must be unplugged from the power source, especially when reusing the charger with different batteries.

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    5 Technical Specifications 5.1 Backup Battery Tech Specs Battery Type Li-ion Ingress Protection Level IP67 Standards EN-60529 (IP), EN-50121-4 (EMC), EN-50125-3 (T1, A1, Shock & Vibration) Voltage (V) Capacity (Wh) 19.2 Charging Time (approx.) 6 hours Storage Temperature -20 / +25°C Charging Temperature -20°C / +60°C (min/max)

  • Page 11: Installation Setup And Configurations

    Inspect all equipment for signs of damage. 6.1 Installing the Battery in the ZKL 3000 RC Step 1: Open the ZKL 3000 RC Battery Compartment using the battery compartment key. Step 2: Place the power cable on the notched side of the battery compartment, labelled "Main Battery (Battery 2)"...

  • Page 12: Basic Setup

    6.2 Basic Setup Figure 5 ZKL 3000 RC & Single Main Battery Configuration This basic setup should be the starting point for any ZKL 3000 RC installation. Battery Life up to 6 weeks. 6.3 Tandem Setup Figure 6 ZKL 3000 RC & Tandem Main Battery Configuration By adding a second main battery in tandem the lifespan can be extended up to 12 weeks.

  • Page 13: Basic Solar Setup

    6.4.3 Basic Solar Setup Figure 7 ZKL 3000 RC & Single Main Battery with Solar NRG 3000 Configuration This option does have restrictions as installations are often in locations with limited sunlight such as cuttings or in the shade of trees or buildings, this can particularly be an issue during winter months when natural daytime sunlight is limited.
  • Page 14 Figure 8 ZKL 3000 RC & Tandem Main Battery with Solar NRG 3000 Configuration Page 13 of 22...

  • Page 15: Cascading Power

    7 Cascading Power When installed correctly, each Solar Setup with the ZKL 3000 RC will provide power by trickle charging the main battery. The charge will then flow through the 10m/20m power cable to trickle charge the backup battery. This will keep the backup battery at its optimum voltage until the main battery is depleted.

  • Page 16: Battery And Charger Longevity

    8 Battery and Charger Longevity To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your battery chargers and batteries, follow these guidelines: Cycle Chargers Weekly: Swap chargers in use with those in stock every week, ideally on the same day (e.g., every Sunday evening). This practice reduces wear and tear and ensures even usage across all chargers.

  • Page 17: Storage Guidance

    (every 3 months), ensuring the battery level stays over 40% during extended storage. WARNING Dual Inventive disclaims liability for lithium batteries that fail prematurely if they are fully discharged before recharging. In case of a fire involving Lithium batteries, the fire should only be extinguished using carbon dioxide (CO₂) or dry chemical powder.

  • Page 18: Replacing A Battery

    Railway Infrastructure Controller. 2. Disconnect the main battery only and replace it with a charged battery. 3. Check the status of the ZKL 3000 RC in MTinfo 3000. The ‘Main bat. status’ should be ‘Full’.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    11.2 View ZKL 3000 RC status via MTinfo 3000 Log in to the MTinfo 3000 App. 2. Select ‘Real-Time’ on the home screen. 3. Select ‘devices’. 4. Search for the device, via the ZKL 3000 RC Serial number (printed on the ZKL). Page 18 of 22...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Conclusion

    Brief description of the item and the issue (e.g. Main Battery Low Voltage, ZKL 3000 RC not coming online etc.). b. Serial number? (Provide a picture of labels where possible). c. ZKL 3000 RC serial number that the item was installed on. Page 19 of 22...
  • Page 21 d. Date and time of replacement. e. Description of Troubleshooting. Date and Time of Issue Occurrence. g. Additional Remarks. Page 20 of 22...
  • Page 22 12 Dual Inventive Technical Support You can contact Dual Inventive Technical support through the email address support@dualinventive.co.uk or contact 03300 169033. Alternatively, for customer support contact details specific to your project, please refer to the ‘Contact Us’ section within the MTinfo3000 web app and mobile app.

  • Page 23: Disposal Of Batteries

    13 Disposal of Batteries Lithium batteries and peripherals, such as chargers, are not domestic waste. For detailed recycling information, contact local authorities or DI Technical Support. Page 22 of 22...

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