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HAWKER LIFESPEED
MOD3
®
LS3 BATTERY CHARGER
OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT: Read and understand your owner's manual
before installing, operating, or servicing this product.
DO NOT DESTROY THIS BOOK.
Skip to page 33 for Models: LSM3 and LSM3C (CEC)
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  • Page 1 HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 ® LS3 BATTERY CHARGER OWNER’S MANUAL IMPORTANT: Read and understand your owner’s manual before installing, operating, or servicing this product. DO NOT DESTROY THIS BOOK. Skip to page 33 for Models: LSM3 and LSM3C (CEC) www.hawkerpowersource.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Features ..............6 Installation ..............12 Technical Information ..........6 Location ..............12 Main Nameplates ..........6 Cabinet Mounting ..........12 Nameplate Label Definitions....... 7 Electrical Connections ......... 12 Part Number Decoder .......... 7 Connecting Input Power ........13 Cabinet Size ............
  • Page 3 CONTENTS Status ................ 21 Floating-Load ............24 Status Screen ............21 Conditional Charge ..........25 Charger ..............21 Battery Rest ............25 Information ............21 Cold Pulse ............. 25 Charger Information Display....... 21 CF Flooded ............25 Menu and Display Information ........ 22 Refresh ON/OFF ...........
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Network ..............26 Protocol ..............26 Baud Rate ............. 26 JBUS-Address ............26 Ethernet ..............26 WIFI ............... 26 Charging the Battery ..........27 Charger Idle Display ..........27 Starting a Charge Cycle ........27 Delayed Start ............27 Countdown Display ..........
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION The information contained in this document is critical for safe handling and proper use of the HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 ® chargers. It contains a global system specification as well as related safety measures, codes of behavior, a guideline for commissioning, and recommended maintenance.
  • Page 6: Features & Information

    FEATURES & INFORMATION Features • Microprocessor-controlled • Unique profiles for HAWKER battery charge ® • Able to auto-identify battery’s capacity applications • Able to adapt to State of Charge (SoC) in IONIC • Remote access via HAWKER MOD-ifi™ smart ®...
  • Page 7: Nameplate Label Definitions

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Nameplate Label Definitions Item Description UL Model Number UL-recognized number that indicates the ratings of the cabinet at its full capacity Serial Number Provides date code Battery Type L-A: Lead-Acid Max Ah Maximum amp-hour capacity of this cabinet Number of battery cells this unit will charge.
  • Page 8: Cabinet Size

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Cabinet Size (number of modules available) and DC Cable Size Letter Code Module Positions Standard Cable Gauge Comments Four slot, 3.5 kW cabinet Six slot, 3.5 kW cabinet Eight slot, 3.5 kW cabinet AC Line Voltage Letter Code Voltage(s) (volts rms) Line Frequency (Hertz)
  • Page 9: Charger Profile

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Charger Profile Charger Profile Description The IONIC charge profile diagnoses the battery status throughout the recharge phase and adjusts its parameters to optimize the charge of flooded battery technology. Short current pulses injected during charge stimulate gas formation in the active material, allowing for a IONIC better density distribution of sulfuric acid (homogenization) across the surface of the plates.
  • Page 10: Specialty Charger Option List

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Specialty Charger Option List Suffix Description 6 ft of AC cord 10 ft of AC cord 12 ft of AC cord 18 ft of AC cord L10* 10 ft of DC cable 13 ft of DC cable L15* 15 ft of DC cable 18 ft of DC cable...
  • Page 11: Phase

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Phase DC Volts Number “3” indicates a three-phase charger and This gives the nominal DC output voltage of the “1” indicates a single-phase charger. charger. AC Volts Config DC Amps This is the nominal voltage for which this charger This is the output DC amps this charger is is rated.
  • Page 12: Safety

    SAFETY & INSTALLATION Safety Important Safety Instructions explosion. • The shipping pallet must be • Lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid, which w WARNING removed for proper and safe operations. causes burns. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or • This manual contains important safety and on clothing.
  • Page 13: Connecting Input Power

    INSTALLATION Installation (cont.) Connecting Input Power Connect the input power to the appropriate terminals and apply the appropriate torque as follows: Phase Power (kW) Cabinet (Bay) Terminals Torque (in-lbs) 2.5/3.5 4 and 6 2.5/3.5 Connecting Input Power (cont.) AC Circuit Protection •...
  • Page 14: Glossary

    GLOSSARY Glossary Battery Boss™ WC (BBWC) Device Equalization Charging This unit, permanently mounted on the battery, Equalization charging, performed after normal ensures that certain battery parameters can be charging, balances the electrolyte densities in the sent to the charger for the purposes of optimizing battery’s cells.
  • Page 15: Description Of Operation

    TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS Description of Operation General voltage and state of the charge condition. Charging HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 chargers are current declines automatically as battery voltage rises ® microprocessor-controlled. The processor reads the during the charge. As the battery charges, the graphical battery’s capacity from the BBWC device so that the...
  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    Charging profiles are IONIC, OPP, voltage, and Ah. This data is wirelessly transmitted and Fast. Furthermore, equalization charges are to the HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 charger to ® integrated. optimize charging, alert the operator to battery issues, and safeguard the battery from being permanently damaged.
  • Page 17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions (cont.) Charge Operation (cont.) • Connect battery: Make sure the charger Without a BBWC Device: If the BBWC device connector(s) match(es) the battery connector(s). adapter is not enabled or no BBWC devices Plug the charger connector(s) to the battery are in range, effective charging starts after the connector(s).
  • Page 18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions Reference Description Charge time Charge current Percent of charge BBWC device warnings USB connection Charge voltage (total V and V/c), alternates with Ah returned Battery temperature, alternates with battery capacity Battery S/N from BBWC battery monitoring device BBWC device link Charging current (2) is determined by the battery voltage and state of the charge condition.
  • Page 19: Menu Access

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating Instructions (cont.) Automatic equalization start AC power fail • If an equalization day has been programmed in If the AC power fails with a battery connected to the Charger configurations, the equalization charge will charger during a charge cycle, the charger will reset start automatically on the programmed day of the and start a new charge cycle when power is restored.
  • Page 20: Logs

    MENU AND DISPLAY Logs Memorization Display Screen The charger can display the details of the last 300 charge cycles. The display here shows 3 charges have been stored in memory. MEMO 1 is the latest charge memorized. After memorizing the three-hundredth charge, the oldest record is deleted and replaced by the next oldest.
  • Page 21 MENU AND DISPLAY Status This menu displays the status of the charger’s internal counters (number of normal and partial charges, fault code, etc.). Status Description Total number of charges - corresponds to the total of normally Charge terminated charges and charges terminated with or by faults.
  • Page 22 This menu provides access to the USB function to Record Memo: Requires Password. update software. Save Settings: Requires Password. Software updates are provided by HAWKER Restore Settings: Requires Password. ® Update Software: No Password Required. Update Software Update Module: Requires Password.
  • Page 23 MENU AND DISPLAY Settings Parameters Display Set screen saver function and display themes. Date/Hour Screen Saver Sets the date and time of the charger. The clock Enables or disables the screen saver function. has a battery backup which will preserve the time when power to the charger is off.
  • Page 24 MENU AND DISPLAY Settings (cont.) Function Theme A Theme B AVAIL Screen FXBLOC EQUALIZATION Screen Daylight Savings Sunday in March and will move back one hour at 02:00 on the first Sunday of November. The Enables or disables automatic clock adjustment for daylight savings time.
  • Page 25 CHARGE AND BATTERY Charge (cont.) This feature can be turned on or off depending on the Cold Pulse application. A float charge at the end of the standard Sets cold pulses ON or OFF. Only can use with a high charge is intended to compensate for consumption by level password.
  • Page 26: Network

    CABLE AND EQUALIZATION Cable Length Section Select the length of DC cables from the charger to Sets the DC cable gauge. Selections are 4, 1/0, 2/0, the battery terminals in one-foot increments, from and 3/0 (AWG). three to 50 feet. Equalization Manu Current Frequency...
  • Page 27: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY Charging the Battery At this point, the charger should have been set up by a qualified service technician. Charging can only begin when a battery of the proper type, capacity, and voltage is connected to the charger. With the charger in wait mode (no battery connected) and without pressing the enter/stop and start button, the display will show the...
  • Page 28: Charger Display

    CHARGING THE BATTERY Charging the Battery (cont.) A few moments into the effective charge, the display will begin alternating between the following charging information: Description Charge Time Charge Voltage (total V and V/c) Percent of Charge BBWC Device Warnings Battery Temperature, Alternates with Ah Returned USB Connection Charge Current...
  • Page 29: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Charging the Battery (cont.) The battery will be available when the green LED refreshes will occur to maintain an optimal charge. comes back on and the display shows AVAIL. The Push the ON/OFF button before unplugging the battery is now ready for use. If the battery remains battery.
  • Page 30 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity Dimensions Charger Cable Cabinet Weight Model Number # Modules / # Capacity Range H x W x D Max Current 2hr Fast Capacity Range (Ah) 3hr Fast Capacity Range (Ah) (AWG) Type (lbs.)
  • Page 31: Service And Troubleshooting

    SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Technical Specifications (cont.) For LS3 models 600V: AC Input DC Output Opportunity Dimensions Charger Cable Cabinet Weight Model Number # Modules / # Capacity Range H x W x D Max Current 2hr Fast Capacity Range (Ah) 3hr Fast Capacity Range (Ah) (AWG) Type (lbs.)
  • Page 32: Fault Codes

    SERVICE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Service and Troubleshooting (cont.) Fault Codes Fault Critical Cause Solution Low output current. • Contact your HAWKER service representative. ® Output fault. • Contact your HAWKER service representative. ® Incorrect battery. • Contact your HAWKER service representative.
  • Page 33 HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 ® BATTERY CHARGER WITH WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS Models: LSM3 and LSM3C (CEC) OWNER’S MANUAL IMPORTANT: Read and understand your owner’s manual before installing, operating, or servicing this product. DO NOT DESTROY THIS BOOK. www.hawkerpowersource.com...
  • Page 34 CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ......... 38 Description of Operation ......... 43 Technical Information ..........38 General ..............43 Part Number ............38 Auto Start Charge ..........43 Cabinet Size/Gauge Letter Codes ....40 Charging Current ..........43 AC Line Voltage Letter Codes ......40 AC Power Fail ............
  • Page 35 CONTENTS Network ..............47 Post-Charge Configuration ........50 Reset History ............47 Cool-Down ON/OFF ..........50 Enter Password ............47 Cool-Down Time ..........50 Change Password ............. 48 Float ON/OFF ............51 USB ................48 Float Current ............51 History Data ............48 Refresh ON/OFF ...........
  • Page 36 CONTENTS Charger Information ..........54 Charger Serial Number ........54 Asset Number ............54 Connects ............... 54 Complete Equalizes ..........54 Complete Charges ..........54 Ah Returned ............54 Faults ..............54 Modules ..............55 Module Status Display ........55 Module LED Status .........
  • Page 37 INTRODUCTION The information contained in this document is critical for safe handling and proper use of the HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 ® chargers. It contains a global system specification as well as related safety measures, codes of behavior, a guideline for commissioning, and recommended maintenance.
  • Page 38: Important Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions w WARNING THE SHIPPING PALLET MUST BE REMOVED FOR PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION. 1. This manual contains important safety and 6. Lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid, which causes burns. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or operating instructions.
  • Page 39 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) LSM3 - 48F - 240YR Model Type Phase (-) for Standard or (C) for CEC Max DC Volts Cabinet Size Max DC Current @ Max DC V Input Voltage Code Options...
  • Page 40 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Cabinet Size/Gauge Letter Codes The following table describes the letter codes to be used in charger part numbers to indicate the number of slots and size of DC cables. Letter Code Module Positions Standard Cable Gauge Comments Six slot, 3.5 kW cabinet Twelve slot, 3.5 kW cabinet...
  • Page 41 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical Information (cont.) Serial Number Config AC Amps This is the serial number that indicates complete This is the AC current that this charger will draw information about the charger. It must be supplied with the number of power modules shown in with the part number on any correspondence or Config Modules on the nameplate.
  • Page 42 INSTALLATION Installation Breaker/Fuse Chart w WARNING THE SHIPPING PALLET MUST BE REMOVED FOR PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION. AC Amps (A) Breaker/Fuse size (A) Location 1–12 For maximum trouble-free service, choose a 12.1–16 location which is free of excess moisture, dust 16.1–20 and corrosive fumes.
  • Page 43: Description Of Operation

    DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION Description of Operation General Charging Current The LIFESPEED MOD3 series of chargers are Charging current is determined by the charger ® compatible with batteries at 24, 36, 48, 72 or 80 based on battery voltage and its state of charge. volts, depending on model.
  • Page 44 GLOSSARY Glossary (cont.) Cold Storage Opportunity Charging Profile This is a charging profile that allows the The OPP charge profile is used when opportunity configuration of the charger for use with batteries charging is desired. It has a start rate of 25% of the in cold storage application.
  • Page 45 Ah throughput. This data is wirelessly microprocessor. Several charging profiles are transmitted to the HAWKER LIFESPEED MOD3 ® available (Fast, Opportunity, IONIC) based on the charger to optimize charging, alert the operator configuration chosen by the operator.
  • Page 46: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL Control Panel Function Description Graphical TFT LCD Displays charger operation Display info and menus Solid RED, fault indicator Blinking RED, charge stopped Solid YELLOW, charging LED indicator Solid GREEN, charger idle Blinking GREEN, charge complete Logs charge data, updates USB port firmware and saves setup parameters...
  • Page 47: System Setup

    This is where the password is entered to gain If the correct password is entered, the display will access to service level menus by authorized automatically jump to the main menu with the HAWKER service personnel only. Some of the service level menu displayed. ®...
  • Page 48: Change Password

    Enables the updating of the power modules’ press save. internal firmware. Firmware updates will be 5. Remove data storage device from USB port. provided by HAWKER ® The file, in CSV format will be stored in the data storage device.
  • Page 49 CONFIGURATION Charge Profile Configuration (cont.) Auto Capacity Restart Temperature Select either Disable or Enable. Only used for Without BBWC Device: not used. IONIC charging profile. All other profiles are With BBWC Device: Defines the temperature at manual all the time and will either use the battery which the charge will restart, if the programmed Ah programmed into Battery Capacity or the value limit is reached, and the charge stops.
  • Page 50 CONFIGURATION Equalize Configuration Equalize Days Equalize Duration Select day or days of the week to equalize the Sets the equalization time from 00:01 to 23:59 battery. You may select none, or as many days as (hh:mm). you need. Equalize Time Equalize Time of Day: Sets the time of day the Equalize charge will start (24-hour clock).
  • Page 51: Charger Configuration

    CONFIGURATION Post-Charge Configuration (cont.) Float ON/OFF Refresh ON/OFF Turns Float ON or OFF. Sets refresh mode to ON or OFF. Once charging is complete, as long as the Float Current battery remains connected, refresh charging Used for AGVs that have a continuous amp draw is automatically initiated to retain the battery’s for the onboard electronics.
  • Page 52: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY Charging the Battery Once the charger is set up by a qualified service person, charging begins when a battery of the proper type, capacity, and voltage is connected to the charger. While the charger is in idle mode (no battery connected), the display will show the following information: Description...
  • Page 53: Charging Display

    CHARGING DISPLAY Charging Display A few moments into the effective charge, the display will begin displaying the following charging information: Description Charge time bar graph Charge DC current into battery RFI transceiver is communicating with BBWC device BBWC device link indicator Charge DC voltage of battery, alternating with charge time, Ah, and V/C...
  • Page 54: Charger Information

    CHARGER INFORMATION Charger Information Pressing the Charger button in idle mode (Connect Connects Battery screen) will display Charger Information as Total number of times the charger has been well as reported faults. connected to a battery. Charger Serial Number Complete Equalizes This number indicates complete information Total number of equalizes normally terminated.
  • Page 55: Modules

    MODULES Module Status Display This displays the status of each module installed in the charger. From Main Menu, press Charger button, then press Modules button. If displayed under the module (shown as Module 1 at right), this indicates the module is operating properly.
  • Page 56: Mounting Dimensions

    MOUNTING DIMENSIONS Mounting Dimensions 6-Bay Wall Mounting Dimensions Dimensions shown are in inches.
  • Page 57: 12-Bay Floor Mounting Dimensions

    MOUNTING DIMENSIONS Mounting Dimensions 12-Bay Floor Mounting Dimensions Dimensions shown are in inches.
  • Page 58: Maintenance And Service

    MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Maintenance and Service w CAUTION THERE ARE DANGEROUS VOLTAGES WITHIN THE BATTERY CHARGER CABINET. ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT TO ADJUST OR SERVICE THIS BATTERY CHARGER. The charger requires a minimum of maintenance. Connections and terminals should be kept clean and tight.
  • Page 59: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications For LSM3 models, 208/220/240 V: AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells...
  • Page 60 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 61 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 62 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 63 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 64 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) For LSM3 models, 480 V: AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase...
  • Page 65 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 66 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 67 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 68 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 69 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications (cont.) AC Input DC Output Opportunity 2 Hr Fast 3 Hr Fast Dimensions Charger Cabinet Weight Capacity Capacity Capacity Model Number H x W x D Cable Nominal # Modules/ Type (lbs.) Voltage Phase Cells Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Range (Ah) Current...
  • Page 70 © 2024 Hawker Powersource, Inc., an EnerSys affiliate. All rights reserved. Trademarks and logos are the property of Hawker Powersource, Inc. and its affiliates, except ISO and UL, which are not the property of Hawker Powersource, Inc. Subject to revisions without prior notice. E.&O.E.

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