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- Page 1 40A In-vehicle 3-Stage 12V Battery Charger BCDC1240-LV...
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Page 2: Warnings And Safety Instructions
100%, regardless of their type or size. By providing a unique charging profi le to each specifi c battery type, the BCDC1240-LV In-Vehicle Battery Charger is able to achieve and maintain an optimal charge in your auxiliary battery, at all times. It is designed to operate with... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
5. External LED Indication 6. Display Panel 7. Error Codes 2 Installation 1. Wiring 3 Troubleshooting 4 Frequently Asked Questions 5 Two Year Warranty Specifi cations BCDC1240-LV DC Input Voltage Range 9V-32V Gel/AGM Std Lead Acid Calcium Content Absorption Voltage 14.5V 14.9V 15.3V... -
Page 4: Product Function
12V nominal or a 12V nominal solar panel input. The input voltage of the BCDC1240-LV can be above, below or equal to the output voltage making it ideal for charging an auxiliary 12V battery where the distance from the main battery may cause a signifi... -
Page 5: Turn On/Off Thresholds
PRODUCT FUNCTION Turn On/Off Thresholds Solar Low voltage conditions Turn ON above 12V Turn ON above 17.5V (open circuit, tested every Turn OFF below 11.9V Turn OFF below 17.2V 100s) Low voltage conditions Turn OFF instantly below Turn OFF instantly below (loaded, constantly tested) Turn OFF after 20 secs below 9V... -
Page 6: Display Panel
PRODUCT FUNCTION Display Panel The BCDC1240-LV has three Battery Type Settings available. These settings enable optimal charging profi les for the auxiliary battery. The battery type selected is displayed via the LEDs on the front panel in the section ‘Battery Type’. -
Page 7: Installation
Wire into vehicle as per the applicable diagram on the next pages, and following the steps below. The BCDC1240-LV is connected using 6 wires, listed below: • Source Select Blue • Battery Type Orange •... - Page 8 INSTALLATION 4. Wire the ‘Source Select’ wire according to your installation requirements. For a setup charging from a 12V alternator, connect this wire to the ‘Vehicle Ignition’. For a Solar only charging setup, connect this wire to GROUND or just leave it disconnected.
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Page 9: Wiring
INSTALLATION Wiring The heavy gauge wires on the BCDC1240-LV unit carry peak currents of up to 50 Amps, and it is important to make a good, low resistance, electrical connection that will not degrade over time. Failure to make a good, reliable contact may result in breakdown of the wire insulation and cause a short circuit, or worst case a fi... - Page 10 INSTALLATION Crimp here. Slip heatshrink over wire and insert wires into Crimp both wires to the butt splice using indent butt splice. Keep heatshrink away from joint until type crimpers. after soldering is complete and has cooled. Solder here. Solder the wires to the butt splice. Ensure that a Wait for the butt splice to cool, slip heatshrink good connection is made.
- Page 11 INSTALLATION INPUT Load Loads Fuse Fuse Fuse Battery config wire To vehicle ignition Note: Power wires must be All ground points must Start Auxiliary at least 6mm² and must be be connected to chassis Battery Battery crimped using an earth. appropriate crimp tool.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
4V? system or contact Redarc If the battery voltage is Electronics for more information. still low, replace battery. Figure 3.1 - Standard BCDC1240-LV Troubleshooting Guide... -
Page 13: Frequently Asked Questions
fi ne, what’s the problem? The most likely cause of this issue is that the BCDC is somehow ‘stuck’ in 24V mode. Try removing the ‘Source Select’ (Blue) wire and reconnecting it. If the problem still exists please contact Redarc Electronics. - Page 15 Friendly, personalised, professional service and product support In the unlikely event that a technical issue arises with a Redarc product, customers are encouraged to initially contact the Redarc Technical Support Team on (08) 8322 4848 In the unlikely event that a technical issue arises with a Redarc product, customers are encouraged to initially contact the Redarc Technical Support Team on (08) 8322 4848 or or power@redarc.com.au...
- Page 16 Free technical assistance! please contact Redarc Electronics 23 Brodie Road North, Lonsdale SA (08) 8322 4848 power@redarc.com.au www.redarc.com.au Copyright © 2012 Redarc Electronics Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. WARBCDC1240-LV - REV2 www.redarc.com.au...