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- Page 1 Hotstart Battery Charger System Installation & Operation Manual Hotstart Battery Charger System 216207-000 rev. 3...
- Page 2 HOTSTART E. 5723 Alki Avenue Spokane Valley, WA 99212 Customer Support: (509) 536-8660 NOTICE When ordering replacement parts for your heating system, always reference the heating system’s Model Number and Serial Number.
- Page 3 ALL CONNECTIONS IN THE JUNCTION BOX SHOULD BE CHECKED CAUTION PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. VIBRATION DURING SHIPMENT CAN CAUSE SCREWS TO LOOSEN. ALL CONNECTIONS IN THE JUNCTION BOX SHOULD CHECKED REGULAR INTERVALS. EXCESSIVE VIBRATION WILL EVENTUALLY CAUSE CONNECTIONS TO LOOSEN. WIRING TO CHARGING SYSTEM TO BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND CONFORM TO ALL NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Identifying Your System ....................1 The Hotstart Battery Charger ..................2 The Charger ..............................2 Battery Temperature Compensation ......................3 Charger Control Module .........................4 Installation and System Start-Up ..................5 Basic System Installation .........................5 Mounting..............................5 Main Power Supply ..........................5 Connection Breaker Box........................6 Temperature Probe Cable (Optional).....................6... -
Page 5: Identifying Your System
Identifying Your System Each Hotstart Battery Charger System has an identification plate located on the front of the unit. An example of the identification plate is shown below. When ordering replacement parts, be sure to reference your battery charger system’s model and serial number shown the identification plate. -
Page 6: The Hotstart Battery Charger
The DC output is controlled and protected by an internal current limiting system. No switches, timers, or adjustments are required. The Hotstart Battery Charger measures 37” x 13.5” x 8.5” and weighs 130 lbs. -
Page 7: Battery Temperature Compensation
Battery Temperature Compensation Battery chargers with a TC in the model number have a feature that will automatically adjust the output voltage as a function of battery temperature with an optional temperature probe cable. The temperature probe is mechanically attached to one of the battery interconnect posts, and the other end of the cable is plugged into the connector located on the front face of the Control Module. -
Page 8: Charger Control Module
The Hotstart battery charger must not be used as a booster during CAUTION locomotive startup. High levels of current will result in exceeding the design limits of the unit. The circuit breakers will not react quickly enough to prevent damage to the control module. -
Page 9: Installation And System Start-Up
Mounting The Hotstart battery charger should be mounted in an area away from exposure to direct moisture and dust contamination. Such an environment can cause internal corrosion or restricted air flow and shorten the life of the charger. The charger should be mounted in a vertical position with the control module at the bottom and breaker box at the top. -
Page 10: Connection Breaker Box
Transformer Primary Winding Breaker This breaker is located inside the breaker box which is above the transformer housing. It protects the power transformer from overloading and short circuits. Replacement Part Number: PRP231023-020 (240V) PRP231023-015 (380V) PRP231023-010 (480V) PRP231024-010 (575V) Transformer Secondary Winding Breaker This breaker is inside the breaker box. -
Page 11: Charger System Start-Up
Charger System Start-Up Step 1 Check and tighten all electrical connections. Step 2 Energize the battery charger by turning the breaker switch on. Step 3 The green light on the breaker box lid illuminates when the secondary power breaker is on (active). Step 4 Observe the three red indicator lights on the charger: •... -
Page 12: System Maintenance & Troubleshooting
System Maintenance & Troubleshooting This section describes maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for the Hotstart Battery Charger System. System Maintenance WARNING Disconnect all power prior to performing any system maintenance. Electrical Connections Excessive vibration will eventually cause terminals to loosen. Periodically check and tighten all electrical connections. -
Page 13: Replacement Parts List
Replacement Parts List BATTERY CHARGER REPLACEMENT PARTS ALL MODELS 240V 380V 480V 575V TRANSFORMER PRP235037-000 PRP235037-001 PRP235037-000 PRP235043-000 PRIMARY BREAKER PRP231023-020 PRP231023-015 PRP231023-010 PRP231024-010 SECONDARY BREAKER PRP231022-050 CONTROL MODULE WITHOUT TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION PRP224014-001 CONTROL MODULE WITH TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION PRP224014-101 ADAPTER PRP229060-001 PILOT LIGHT PRP231004-002... -
Page 14: Appendix A
Appendix A This appendix includes the drawings that pertain to your particular Hotstart Battery Charger system. Replacement part numbers are included on these drawings. These drawings are located in the back of this manual: • Complete assembly drawings • Control box assembly drawings...
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