Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Battery Charger. Before use, read this manual thoroughly and follow all instructions given. 1. The IBC80A is designed for charging all types of 12V & 24V lead-acid batteries including WET (Flooded), MF (Maintenance-Free), EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery), GEL, AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat).
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OVERVIEW 1 Positive (Red) Lead Handle 2 Negative (Black) Lead Screw Clamp for Positive Lead for (Permanently Connected) Charging 12V Batteries 3 Display & Control Panel Screw Clamp for Positive Lead for Charging 24V Batteries Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number IBC80A Input Voltage 230V AC, 50Hz, Maximum Input Power 1.5kW (12V), 3kW (24V) on Start Function Battery Charging Voltages 12V DC & 24V DC Battery Types WET (Flooded) MF (Maintenance-Free) EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery) GEL (Gelified Electrolyte)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: WEAR EYE PROTECTION, HAND AND CLOTHING PROTECTION. AVOID TOUCHING EYES WHILE WORKING WITH A BATTERY. SEE YOUR LOCAL CLARKE DEALER FOR ALL YOUR PPE REQUIREMENTS. PRECAUTIONS FOR WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A BATTERY 1. This charger SHOULD NOT be used to charge Lithium-Ion batteries.
6. Operate with caution if the charger has received a impact/blow or been dropped. Have it checked and repaired if damaged. 7. Any repair must be carried out by the manufacturer or an authorized CLARKE repair agent in order to avoid danger.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Wear Eye Protection Wear Protective Clothing Wear Protective Gloves WEEE Directive Indoor Use Only Warning: Risk of Electrical Shock Warning: Battery Always read the Charging instruction manual Warning: Keep out of reach of children Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz.
THE CHARGING PROCESS STEP 1: ANALYSING 1: Checks if the battery has connected with the charger. STEP 2: DESULPHATION: If battery voltage is too low, the program automatically generates a pulsing current to remove sulphate. STEP 3: SOFT START: Charges with gradually increasing charging current. STEP 4: CONTROLLED CURRENT CHARGE: Adjusts the charging current intelli- gently.
CONNECTING TO THE BATTERY CAUTION: A MARINE (BOAT) BATTERY MUST BE REMOVED AND CHARGED ON SHORE. TO CHARGE IT ON BOARD REQUIRES EQUIPMENT SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR MARINE USE. 1. Identify the voltage of the battery to be charged, 12V or 24V. Connect the Positive (Red) lead to the appropriate screw clamp on the rear of the charger.
OPERATION DISPLAY BUTTON Press the DISPLAY button until the following LED is lit: 1. VOLTAGE/V - When the charger is NOT charging a battery, the display will show the battery voltage. 2. BATTERY% - When in charging mode, the digital display shows an estimated charge percentage of the battery connected to the chargers battery clamps.
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2. START - Your battery charger can be used to jump start your car if the battery is low. Follow all safety instructions and precautions for charging your battery. Wear complete eye protection and protective clothing. The procedures are as follows: WARNING: USING THE ENGINE START FEATURE WITHOUT A BATTERY INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE WILL DAMAGE THE VEHICLE’S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
WET cell batteries. Plus, some batteries and electronics may be sensitive to high charging voltages. To minimise risks, disconnect the battery from the vehicle before using this mode. To stop repairing, press the FUNCTION button again and REPAIR LED will go off (digital display shows REPAIR-OFF). ALTERNATOR CHECK Before the charger is connected with the battery which should be well seated in the vehicle, press the DISPLAY button until the ALTERNATOR% LED is lit,...
WARNING: ALWAYS BE SURE THE CHARGER IS UNPLUGGED BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING. ANY REPAIRS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED CLARKE SERVICE TECHNICIAN. 1. Wind up the leads when not in use. Examine the leads at regular intervals for damage and have them replaced if necessary.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Battery does Lack of AC input power. Make sure that the charger is plugged into not charge AC outlet. Faulty connections to Unplug the charger and check the battery battery terminals. connection. Ensure that there is a good connection at the battery terminal/post and/ or vehicle chassis.
COMPONENT PARTS LIST PART NO DESCRIPTION PART NO DESCRIPTION Handle Holder Handle Relay Board Main Body Casing Main PCB Board Front Cover Aluminum Connector 1 x 2 Rear Cover Aluminum Connector 2 Base Plate Aluminum Connector 3 Control PCB Cable Joint Transformer Clamp Binding Post x 2 Transformer Base...
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