Sterling Power ProCharge ULTRA Manual De Instrucciones página 6

INSTALLATION OF THE BATTERY CHARGER
- Position the charger in a cool, dry and well ventilated space, ensuring a reasonable airflow
around the charger. Do not install in a cupboard or sealed compartment.
Charger MUST be installed vertically.
Install as close to the batteries as possible, preferably within 2 meters of the batteries.
To obtain maximum waterproof / ingressproof rating (IP42) mount the charger vertically.
However, the unit will work just as well in any fastening orientation so long as it is dry.
With regards charging cooling, the unit has thermostatically controlled force draft cooling
and is thus able to remain cool whether fastened in any orientation.
Always isolate the AC power before working on it
- - Before switching on the charger it is important to set up the battery type. Please choose a
battery type from the table (at the bottom of page 2). There are so many different profiles,
and battery companies change them all the time. It is impossible to keep up, so in order to
assist our customers we offer the option of preset battery types: Flooded, sealed, AGM,
Gel, LiFePO , calcium and custom. Each type has 2 preset algorithms, for instance: Gel
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preset 1 is the USA Gel spec (absorption 14.0V and float 13.7V) and Gel preset 2 is the
Europe Gel spec (absorption 14.4V and float 13.7V). We also provide the charge voltages
related to this cycle. In most cases these are correct; however, if in doubt install on the lower
voltage setting until you have checked with your battery supplier.
- In the event of different battery chemistry types. If you are only using the Pro Charge Ultra
then the lowest battery voltage type must be selected. Never charge a battery on a higher
setting than it should. If you require different battery chemistries then look at our Battery
Chemistry Module (page 5). It allows for different battery chemistry charging .
If a bespoke battery is being used then use the CUSTOM setting. This gives the user the
ability to set their own absorption / float voltages.
- Connect the cables as in the diagram. Ensure that all the terminals are used. In the event of
only one battery being charged, connect the surplus positive output to another used output.
This ensures correct regulation. Failure to do this will reduce the charging performance.
- IMPORTANT: Always connect the cables to the charger first then run them to the batteries.
Never connect to the batteries first and then run to the charger.
Pre setup Mode overview CEC mode (bc) and Power Supply mode (PS)
This Pro Charge Ultra is now constructed with the most power efficient technology available for a
battery charger providing both charging and maintaining capability. This overall design and
efficiency will reduce the overall operating cost of the unit by conserving AC power when it is
not needed. Meanwhile, it provides perfect battery maintenance and overall superior DC
charging performance. The combination of sophisticated hardware and software includes
the detection of the presence of one or more batteries connected to the Pro Charge Ultra.
NOTE: If there is no battery connected, the battery charger will not operate in the new
default bc mode, however this unit can easily adjusted to the older PS mode which will allow
the unit to work in power supply mode. See PS (Power Supply) mode selection below.
Two operational modes, The unit can be used in CEC mode (default ), or PS mode ( needs set)
CEC mode. This is a new ecological regulation brought on by the Californian Energy
Commission (CEC). It is being adopted by more and more states, we feel that it is such a
reasonable regulation that it will eventually be adopted world wide. Essentially, at present,
when you charge your phone and your batteries are full then the charger continues to
operate. This charger uses a small amount off power simply doing nothing. If you multiply
this by millions of households all doing the same thing there is a lot of wasted energy. So, by
turning off the charger you could potentially save numerous power stations. It's a lot more
complex for a marine battery charger which has to charge the batteries then run the boat as
well. However, we have devised a complex algorithm to monitor the power consumption
and when it drops below a certain amount we switch off the charger and transfer the
monitoring to a very low power operational circuit. If, or when, the battery voltage drops a
little our monitoring circuit would recognises this and re-engage the unit. This will maintain
the batteries at a full state and operate as a power pack. If unit is "fired up" with no batteries
connected the charger will read 0.0 0.0 on the front panel. You must have batteries
connected for the unit to activate, if this is not the setting you want then simply set to Power
supply mode ( see below ).
PS mode (power supply). is the way all our chargers have been working up to date, it means the
unit will work even if not connected to a battery bank.
What difference will this make ?
1) It is now legal in California and other adopted states. The CEC mode future proofs.
2) If you power for your system is monitored a reduction in the power used for the equipment
should be noticed ( you can tell you daughter your now green ).
The bottom line as a user on a day to day operation on 99% off installations it will not be a
noticeable feature, it would only prove to be a problem if you want to use the charger as a
power pack. I.e. not connected to the battery banks. In which case, change the mode.
In the event you would like to use your Pro Charge Ultra as a power supply without a battery
in the system you may do so simply by selecting the Power Supply (PS) mode during the
initial startup phase. This mode will allow the charger to be used as a power pack for 12V or
24V (model specific).
Selecting PS (Power Supply) Mode Operation During AC Power On Startup overview
When AC power is applied or when the Self Test function is initiated the numerical displays
will first display "888" to indicate all segments of the displays are working. Then the display
will indicate either "bc" (Battery Charger) or "PS" (Power Supply) for 7 seconds. You can
change the required settings during this time frame if required ( see below for instructions ).
After 7 Seconds the battery charger will default to its "bc" (Battery Charger) mode of
operation or the previously programmed function.
Note: The battery charger will default to the Sealed Battery Type Charge profile (for both "bc" and
"PS" modes of operation). You may also select any of the other battery type profiles in this
mode. See Selecting Battery Type in the programming section of this manual.
If during the AC Power start-up you would like to select the "PS" (Power Supply) mode of operation
you may do so during the 7 seconds window while the display is indicating "bc" by:
1) Push either the or key to toggle between "bc" and "PS"
2) While the display reads "PS" press Setup/Enter
Operating Instructions
From main charge only (not remote control)
On/off the unit can be switched off using the controls on the charger main control panel ( it can
also be switched on/off on the remote ( see later ) )
Unit On press setup and the up button, hold for 5 sec.
Unit Off press setup / enter and down for 5 sec.
The blue AC power LED will flash to show the power is available but the unit is not activated.
SELECTING BATTERY TYPE
To select a battery type/charging profile perform the following:
1. Press and hold the "Setup / Enter" button for 6 seconds, then release the button.
2. The current battery type and Voltage / Amperage displays will flash. The voltmeter
and ammeter will now display voltage, the left hand screen (marked voltmeter) will
show the high charge voltage setting (absorption) and the right hand screen
(marked ammeter) will show the low charge / float / power pack voltage setting.
3. Use the "↑" and "↓" keys to scroll through all the different battery types. The LED
display on the charger in the battery type section will move through the different
types.
4. The voltage and amp readout will display the absorption/conditioning and float
voltages for each profile highlighted.
5. Press the "Setup / Enter" button to confirm selection, the LED will remain solid or
leave for 30 seconds and the selection will be locked in automatically.
ADJUSTING THE CUSTOM BATTERY TYPE SELECTION
WARNING: *Damage can result to your batteries from improper use of this custom setting. Any
damage experienced while using this setting is the responsibility of the user and not
covered by any Sterling warranty. ALWAYS consult the battery manufacturer if you are
unsure of the battery chemistry and charge profile required.
1. Follow above steps and select the "Custom" option on the battery
type display and press enter to enter it.
2. The "Fast charge & Absorption" LEDs will be blinking, indicating you are in the
adjustment mode.
3. The left hand meter will blink and the right hand meter will go out. The numbers on
the left hand meter will be the high voltage setting. Adjust as required by using the
"↑" and "↓" to select voltages up to 15.1V. Press enter when you have selected
the correct voltage. Then right hand screen will flash now flash - this is the float
voltage settings, again, use the arrows to set this voltage and press enter to finish.
NOTE: During this process, real-time voltage and amperages will not be displayed.
SELF TEST MODE
1. Press and hold the "Setup / Enter" and the "↑" and "↓" buttons simultaneously
for 10 seconds then release.
2. The "Self Test" LED will flash until the test is complete.
3. OK or Fault LED's will be displayed, see the Troubleshooting section if the Fault
LED is illuminated.
FACTORY RESET
To return the unit to original factory settings (Sealed Lead Acid)
1. Enter battery type selection as above.
2. Use the "↓" key until you leave the battery type LED panel then the de-sulphation
light will flash, continue to the next setting. The 2 x voltmeters will display "FAC"
"DEF" for factory default.
4. Press the "Setup/Enter" button to confirm selection, the charger will reboot.
EQUALIZATION / DE SULFATION MODE
This mode is only recommended for open lead acid batteries and will only activate when
in open lead acid mode. It can be extremely dangerous to use in other battery
types, as it will over charge the battery to "blow" the sulfation off the plates. This
process generates more gas than normal and, as such, the battery may need
topping up after the process. It is NOT recommended on batteries which cannot be
topped up.
1) Press and hold the setup key for 5 secs
the equalization LED ( while on flooded battery setting ), when selected the LED
will flash.
2) Once selected hold both
3) The LED will change from flashing to solid, putting the unit into equalising setting for
240 minutes and remain solid for the full time frame.
4) Once complete, the charger will revert back to the previous charger setting.
POWER LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
1. Hold the"↑" and "↓" buttons simultaneously for about 20 seconds.
2. Volts will display "PL" for Power Level, and the amps 100 for 100%
3. Press the "↓" to adjust the amperage display from 100, 75, 50, 25% output.
4. Press the "Setup/Enter" button to confirm selection.
NOTE: If no action is taken after 15 seconds, the unit reverts to 100% power.
Setup
Enter
Setup
Enter
Setup
Enter
(can only be activated in open lead acid mode)
Setup
then use the or
Enter
and for 3 seconds plus, then release.
to select