KUSSMAUL WP-20 User Manual - page 3
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West Sayville,
New York 11796
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2-3) AC Wire Connections
Note: The WP-20 is equipped with a factory installed 6’ grounded AC cord. Though hook up is only a matter of
plugging this cord into a suitable extension cord, please follow the following precautionary tips.
• Insure that the AC cord cannot reach moving parts, lids, hoods, etc. Secure with a cable tie to solid anchor point
if necessary.
• The charger will operate properly with either 115 volts 50 Hz or 115 volts 60 Hz AC input. Never use 220 volt service
with this unit.
CAUTION: Never connect the AC plug into an electrical outlet when you are wet or barefoot.
2-4) Remote Panel
A battery condition/charger status panel, model EVM-12-1, is provided. It indicates when the charger is “ON” and provides
a bar graph indicator of battery condition. See diagram below for wiring instructions.
EVM-12-1 Rear View
Plug-in
Connector
4
3
X
1
X
2
3
4
5
1
Brown
Black
Blue
WP-20
REMOTE
METER
DC
OUPUT
AC
INPUT
CHARGING
MODE
CHARGING
CURRENT
CHARGING
STATUS
RELIABLE - RUGGED - 3STAGE- AUTOMATIC
120V/20 AMP INTELLIGENT BATTERY CHARGER
WATERPROOF
FAST
ABSOPTION
FLOAT
0-6 AMPS
6-14 AMPS
14 -20 AMPS
AC POWER ON
DC OUTPUT ON
MAX DC OUTPUT: 15VDC 20 AMPS
MAX AC INPUT: 120V 6A AMPS 50/60 HZ
CAUTION: For use with 12VLead Acid battery systems only.
Consult factory for service or application questions
1 Amp
Fuse
-
+
Red Wire
Black Wire
Blue/18AWG
(“Charger On” Signal)
AC Power Cord
Single 12V Battery Connection
TM
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: The following are important safety instructions. Save these instructions.
• Charge only lead acid, (maintenance free or refillable), or “gel-cell”/AGM rechargeable batteries. Other types of
batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage
• Never smoke or allow sparks or flame in the vicinity of a battery.
• Someone should be within range of your voice and close enough to come to your aid when you are working
near a battery.
• Wear eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.
• Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contact’s skin, clothing or eyes.
• If battery acid contact’s skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eyes, immediately flood
eyes with running cold water for at least ten minutes and get immediate medical attention.
• Never operate a charger with a damaged cord or plug. Wearing of AC and DC cords, accidentally nicking or cutting the
cords could result in sparking and cause injury.
• Never operate a charger that has been damaged in any way or try to disassemble. Return to factory when service or
replacement is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in electrical shock or fire
Figure 1: 12V Battery Wiring Diagram with EVM-12-1
Pg. 2
Remote Panel
*
See section 4, Figure 2 for
panel wiring wiring instructions.
+ Red
- Black
Blue/18AWG
(“Charger On” Signal)
AC Power Cord