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La Marche ESCR Installation And Operation Manual

Manual is about: Engine Starting Battery Charger

Summary of ESCR

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    I important safety instructions before using this equipment read all manuals and other documents related to this unit and other equipment connected to this unit. Always have a copy of a units manual on file nearby, in a safe place; if a replacement copy of a manual is needed it can be found at www.L...

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    Ii unit location  allow at least 3 inches of free air on all vented surfaces (and external heatsinks) for proper cooling.  allow sufficient clearance to open the front panel for servicing.  do not operate this unit in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.  do not set any battery o...

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    Iii table of contents important safety instructions ...................................................................................................................... I electrical safety ................................................................................................................

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    Iv understanding the model number the escr model number is coded to describe the charger and the options that are included. Find the model number on the nomenclature nameplate of the charger. Then follow the chart to determine the configuration of your battery charger. Optional accessories included ...

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    V quick start guide.

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    1 quick start guide.

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    2 1 installation 1.1 mounting the escr install the rectifier so that the flow of air through the ventilators is not obstructed. Table 1 - escr weights and dimensions figure 1 - escr mounting dimensions for d98.

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    3 figure 2 - escr mounting dimensions for d99 figure 3 - escr mounting dimensions for d100

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    4 table 3 – wire sizing table 1.2 electrical connections input voltage: 120v/208-240vac ± 10%, 50/60hz the correct voltage is automatically selected when power is applied. Model number ac input dc output amps volts amps volts escr-20/10-12/24v-av1 4.0/1.6-2.0 120/208-240 10 12 6.0/2.6-3.0 120/208-24...

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    5 1.2.2 output connections before connecting the battery and/or dc loads, it is recommended to apply ac power and set the configuration for the correct output. See section 2.3 for the configuration instructions. Once the configuration is set remove ac power from the main breaker to the charger. Sele...

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    6 1.2.4 standard alarms four alarms are included as a standard feature of the escr. The included alarms are a high dc voltage, low dc voltage, charger failure and an ac failure alarm. Each alarm includes a form c contact enabling the customer to connect remote annunciators. The alarm contacts are ra...

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    7 figure 6 – control/alarm card s2a-357 alarm connections before making any connections to the escr ensure that the ac power is off at the main breaker box. Disconnect the battery from the charger via the battery disconnect breaker or manually disconnecting the battery cables. Verify that no voltage...

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    8 1.2.6 external temperature compensation (option 11w/11y) the natural voltage of a battery changes as a function of temperature change. As the battery temperature rises, the effective voltage of the battery decreases. Without temperature compensation, the battery charger will always produce a set c...

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    9 1. When an external probe is to be used for temperature compensation, internal temperature compensation must be disabled on the escr control circuit card assembly. 2. To disable internal temperature compensation, remove the jumper from jp4. Figure 10 - p24cca-s2a-357 40a escr assembly top view fig...

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    10 2 operation 2.1 starting the escr all equipment is shipped from the factory fully checked and adjusted based on the factory settings listed below. Before connecting the battery check with the battery manufacturer for the correct voltage settings and adjust the configuration accordingly (refer to ...

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    11 2.1.1 checking the installation before starting up the escr check and verify that all connections are correct. Check that all terminations and contacts are tightened securely. Check that the input voltage, frequency, and dc output voltage match the front nameplate of the charger. 2.1.2 starting/s...

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    12 2.2.1 controls up/down arrows – the up and down arrows offer no function outside of configure mode. When in configure mode the up and down arrows allow the customer to navigate menus and increase or decrease values. Float/equalize button – the float/equalize button allows the user to manually swi...

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    13 2.3 configure mode pressing the configure/ok button enters configure mode. In configure mode the rectifier is turned off, and there will be no output. Caution: there will be no output from the charger while in the configure mode. Caution must be taken when powering critical loads. Each of the adj...

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    14 2.3.5 current limit – allows adjustment of the current limit from 50% to 110% of rated output. 1. Select limit current from configuration menu o select current limit as a percentage of the rated output current of the rectifier. 2.3.6 temperature compensation – allows enable or disable of the temp...

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    15 1-30 sec *5 sec *1.98 v/c *2.45 v/c *0.5 amps *90 vac / 180 *indicates default value escr battery charger configure mode settings operation function *manual 7 days 14 days 30 days auto - ac fail auto - low dc adjustable volts/cell temperature compensation enable *disable alarm settings alarm dela...

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    16 3 service all work inside the escr should be performed by a qualified electrician. La marche is not responsible for any damages caused by an unqualified technician. Before working inside the escr ensure that the ac power is off at the main breaker box. Disconnect the battery from the charger via ...

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    17 3.2 troubleshooting procedure troubleshooting should be performed only by trained service personnel or experienced electricians. Before setting up any complicated testing, give the unit a general inspection. Check the following: 1. Check dc output cables, connections, battery type, and number of ...

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    18 3.3 troubleshooting chart symptom possible cause wrong ac input voltage frequency out of range internal wiring failure defective component on rectifier assembly internal wiring failure incorrect battery connected shorted output cables battery cable polarity reversed defective component on rectifi...

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    19 appendix a: escr specifications electrical ac input auto select 120/208-240 vac ± 10% frequency range 50/60hz dc output 10, 20, 40 adc @ 12, 24 vdc output filtering less then 500mv rms, with connected battery regulation ± 0.5% from no load to full load over the specified input voltage, frequency ...

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    20 appendix b: spare parts la marche mfg. Co. Recommended spare parts for 116770 rev a00 spare level a escr-20/10-12/24v/av1 part.Number........................ Description.............. Qty...... Um 118798 display card 1 ea p24cca-s2a-348-0101 118738 ribbon cable assembly 1 ea p24h-s8-26-6 118757 e...

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    21 appendix c: manufacturer’s warranty all la marche manufacturing co. Equipment has been thoroughly tested and found to be in proper operating condition upon shipment from the factory and is warranted to be free from any defect in workmanship and material that may develop within three (3) years fro...

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    22 appendix d: document control and revision history part number: 117485 instruction number: p25-lescr-1 issue ecn: 18288 – 05/09 21270 – 06/16 21189 - 06/16 20870-1 08/15 20554 – 11/14 20488 – 07/14 20409 – 05/14 19735 – 10/12 18969 – 01/11 18935 – 12/10 18363 – 07/09 18288 – 05/09.