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- Page 1 MODEL GR1 240 BATTERY MANAGEMENT CENTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS ............................4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................... 5 SPECIFICATIONS ............................9 General ..............................9 Output ratings ............................9 Input ratings ............................9 OPERATION .............................. 10 Front panel ............................10 Back panel ............................10 GR-1 Operating Steps ........................11 Important Notes ........................... -
Page 4: Precautions
* * * PRECAUTIONS * * * Always use the following precautions when working with batteries: DANGER / POISON SHIELD EYES EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR INJURY NO SPARKS NO FLAMES SULFURIC ACID CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR SEVERE BURNS... -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
If the GR-1 is in need of service, call Midtronics at +31 (30) 6868 150 To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug GR-1 from the AC outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. - Page 6 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Always have someone within range of your voice, or close enough to come to your aid, when working around batteries. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes. Wear complete eye protection, clothing protection, and wear rubber soled shoes. Place damp cloth over battery to protect against acid spray.
- Page 7 AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS GR-1 should be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock. GR-1 is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding-conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
- Page 8 GR-1 CONNECTION—BATTERY NOT IN VEHICLE If necessary to remove battery from vehicle or equipment, always remove grounded terminal from battery first. WARNING – Make sure all vehicle loads are OFF to prevent a possible arc. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.
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Page 9: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Lead-acid batteries: GEL, AGM/SPIRAL, Flooded Number of cells: 6 Rated capacity: 5 to 250 Ampere-hours Note: A 24 V operation consists of two 12 V (6cell) batteries connected in series. OUTPUT RATINGS DC Voltage Amps Type of charge Charge time 12 V 10 A... -
Page 10: Operation
OPERATION Visually inspect the battery before charging. If there are any signs of a leaking or cracked case, discard the battery. Do not attempt to charge a battery that is in this condition. FRONT PANEL Under the display, there are 5 push buttons and an ON/OFF switch. The UP/DOWN buttons are used for scrolling through selections on the display and to increase/decrease displayed values. -
Page 11: Operating Steps
GR-1 240 BMC V1.00 Do not use an AC line cord adapter or extension cord. © Midtronics, Inc.2002 Toggle the power switch to the I (ON) position. The user will be informed if any side of the GR-1 clamp is not Check Clamp Connections making good contact. -
Page 12: Select Charge Current
5. SELECT CHARGE CURRENT (Manual Charge Only!) If the selected Mode was Manual Charge, use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired output current: 10 Amp, 30 Amp Select Charge Current or 60 Amp. 10 Amp Press the ENTER button to continue. Note: when in doubt, start with the lowest charging rate. -
Page 13: Functions
GR-1 FUNCTIONS 1. DIAGNOSTIC FAST CHARGE (12 V) The GR-1 will control and monitor the entire charging session including: initial diagnostic testing, initial diagnostic charging, data analysis, charging duration, charging level, charging rate, top-off charging (when appropriate) and final diagnostic testing. The GR-1 will perform a number of tests prior to the actual charging. -
Page 14: Top-Off Mode
TOP-OFF MODE When the GR-1 has finished its charging cycle and the result was Top-Off Mode Battery Good it will go in to Top-Off Mode. In this charging mode the battery is charged with a low current. The operator has the possibility to end the Top-Off Mode by pressing the Stop key or the GR-1 will stop itself when the Charging current drops below 2 A. -
Page 15: Continuous Charging
During charging, the GR-1 keeps the user informed by displaying the following information: charging voltage, charging current, remaining 14.50V 35.5A 1:02:34 Manual Mode Ah: 0.7 time to charge, charging mode (Manual Mode), and the amount of charge put back into the battery (shown in Ah). CHARGE COMPLETION The manual charge session is complete when the selected, remaining time to charge goes to zero. -
Page 16: Options
OPTIONS The following options can be selected by pressing the INFO button as the first selection after the GR-1 is turned on. Pressing the ENTER button after a charge session has been completed (or aborted) will display the BMC Code. To exit the BMC Code display and to access the other options, press the INFO button again. -
Page 17: Trouble-Shooting
TROUBLE-SHOOTING MESSAGES 1. The “Incorrect Voltage Error” message means that the user has made an incorrect menu selection (e.g. selected 12V but Incorrect Voltage Error Disconnect Clamps connected to 24V) or it means that the GR-1 was connected across a battery voltage that the GR-1 is not rated for. 2. -
Page 18: Assembly
GR-1 ASSEMBLY HANDLE INSTALLATION CAUTION: THE GR-1 MUST BE FULLY ASSEMBLED BEFORE OPERATING. 1. Locate the handle and hardware provided. 2. Position the handle, so that the angle faces away from the back of the GR-1 and so that all mounting holes line up. -
Page 20: Patents
Patents This charger is made in the U.S.A. by MIDTRONICS, INC. and is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 6,172,505; 6,172,483; 6,163,156; 6,137,269; 6,104,167; 6,091,245; 6,081,098; 6,051,976; 6,037,777; 6,002,238; 5,945,829; 5,914,605; 5,831,435; 5,821,756; 5,757,192; 5,598,098; 5,592,093; 5,585,728; 5,574,355; 5,572,136; 5,343,380; 5,140,269; 4,912,416;...