Typical Problems - Xantrex Truecharge TC20+ Owner's Manual

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Typical Problems

This section lists typical problems you may have with the Truecharge+,
suggests their causes, then offers possible solutions to the problems.
Symptom Indicator lights do not turn on, or remain on, when charger is
connected to an AC receptacle.
Possible Cause
1. No power at AC
2. Defective wiring
3. Open fuses in charger
Symptom Indicator lights continue to blink when charger connected to
battery. Charging indicator light does not turn on continuously.
Possible Cause
1. Charger does not detect
2. Battery voltage is too low.
4–4
receptacle
battery for one of
following reasons:
• poor connection
• reverse polarity
connection
• damaged wiring
• open fuse in charger
Solution
1. Ensure that power is available at
receptacle
2. Replace wiring
3. Have charger serviced by
qualified person
Solution
1. Check polarity and quality of
battery connection.
If cables are damaged or internal
fuse open, have the charger
serviced by a qualified person.
2. Check the battery.
Do not attempt to charge a 6 volt
battery. If battery is rated for 12
volts, leave it connected for 8
hours to see if it will recover. If
battery doesn't start charging
after 8 hours, it is permanently
damaged and will not accept a
charge.