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La Marche A46 Instruction Manual

Constavolt float rectifier
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INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED
CPN 40533
18985 – 4/11
17832-04/08
ISSUE DATE: 12036 - 6/98
A46 / A46F
Constavolt Float Rectifier
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
ECN/DATE
17650 – 11/07
16842 - 07/05
106 BRADROCK DRIVE
DES PLAINES, IL. 60018
(847) 299-1188
FAX: (847) 299-3061
PAGE 1 OF 12
15761 – 2/03
15349-01 – 5/02
INSTRUCTION DRAWING NUMBER:
14575 – 2/01
13608 – 5/00
LA46-2
P25 -

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED A46 / A46F Constavolt Float Rectifier INSTRUCTION MANUAL ECN/DATE CPN 40533 18985 – 4/11 17650 – 11/07 15761 – 2/03 14575 – 2/01 17832-04/08 16842 - 07/05 15349-01 – 5/02 13608 – 5/00 106 BRADROCK DRIVE DES PLAINES, IL.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions. Before using this equipment, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) unit, (2) battery, and (3 ) product using the battery.
  • Page 3 3. Call La Marche Mfg. For a RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION NUMBER. Failure to properly file a claim for shipping damages, or provide a copy of the claim to La Marche Mfg., may void warranty service for any physical damages reported for repair.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED ***CAPACITOR PRE-CHARGE INSTRUCTIONS*** WARNING: READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE CONNECTING BATTERY FOR FILTERED UNITS To prevent the DC output fuse from blowing when connecting the battery, connections to the battery charger and batteries should be done in the following order (single battery charger).
  • Page 5 1.4 volts per cell for nickel-cadmium and 2.25 volts per cell for sealed valve regulated cells (VRLA). The Model A46F is similar to the Model A46, except its output is filtered. It can be used with all types of batteries, sealed maintenance free, valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) or standard flooded types.

  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED TROUBLESHOOTING ENERAL NFORMATION This troubleshooting guide should be used by trained service personnel or an experienced electrician. CAUTION: Hazardous AC and DC voltages are present within the unit’s enclosure. Equipment: The only equipment required is a multi-scale volt-ohm meter, and a stand tool kit.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS AND DIODE REPLACEMENT The silicon diode may be a source of trouble. The function of the diode is to allow the flow of current through it in one direction only. If the polarity of the conducting current is reversed, the diode will block the current flow.

  • Page 8: Wire Size Table

    INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED INSTALLERS INFORMATION The table below lists the AC and the DC minimum wire size requirements. At distances exceeding 10 feet, the DC wire size should be chosen to keep the voltage difference between the unit's terminals and the battery at less than 1/2 volt when the unit is fully loaded.

  • Page 9: Power Cabling Formulas

    INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED POWER CABLING FORMULAS WIRE GAUGE TABLE AREA AREA SIZE CIR. SIZE CIR. MILS MCM* MILS 1620 250000 2580 300000 4110 350000 6530 400000 10380 500000 16510 600000 26240 700000 41740 750000...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION/OPERATING AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL A46-STANDARD AND A46F-FILTERED General Maintenance Procedure Yearly 1. Blow out rectifier/inverter with a low-pressure air hose. 2. Make sure all connections are tight. 3. Perform a visual check on all internal components. 4. Check front panel meters and alarms for accuracy.

  • Page 11: Manufacturer's Standard Warranty

    If the Extended Warranty is purchased, the parts required for repair will also be at no cost but La Marche will notify the Purchaser of the costs of Labor to replace the defective part(s). A Purchase Order to cover this labor is required before repairs will be initiated.

  • Page 12: Manufacturer's Extended Parts Warranty

    If the purchaser elects not to return the equipment to the factory and wishes a factory service representative to make adjustments and/or repairs at the equipment location, La Marche's field service labor rates will apply. A purchase order to cover the labor and transportation cost is required prior to the deployment of the service representative.

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