La Marche ULTRA SERIES Installation And Operation Manual

Summary of ULTRA SERIES

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    Ii 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 the ...

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    Iii unit location  allow at least 6 inches of free air on all vented surfaces for proper cooling  do not operate this unit in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.  do not set any battery on top of this unit.  never allow battery electrolyte to drip on this unit when reading the s...

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    Iv table of contents important safety instructions ................................................................................................................... Ii table of contents ...................................................................................................................

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    5 1. Ultra series charger description general description the la marche ultra series charger is a high performance charger, which utilizes high frequency technology. It is specially designed to meet the requirements of charging ultra capacitors, as well as to charge the batteries used in engine star...

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    6 2. Installation 2.1 where to install the charger should be installed in a location that meets the following requirements: 1. Never install the equipment near liquids or in an excessively damp environment. 2. The charger must be installed in a room with proper ventilation. 3. Avoid using equipment ...

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    7 3.1 input ac connections connect ac wiring to the equipment per the image shown below. Refer to section 3.3 for recommended wire sizes. 3.2 output dc connections connect ultracap/battery dc cables to the equipment per the image shown below. Refer to section 3.3 for recommended wire sizes. Note: ve...

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    8 3.3 power cabling guide use the following formulas and tables to determine proper wire size for minimal voltage drop. Table of conventions cma = cross section of wire in circular mil area a = ultimate drain in amperes lf = conductor loop feet maxamp = maximum allowable amperes for given voltage dr...

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    9 3.4 alarm connections alarm relays logic alarm pin # contacts alarm relay logic charger fail 4/5/6 nc/c/no de-energize on fail ac fail 7/8/9 nc/c/no de-energize on fail low dc voltage 10/11/12 nc/c/no de-energize on fail high dc voltage 13/14/15 nc/c/no energize on fail summary alarm 16/17/18 nc/c...

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    10 4. Temperature compensation ultra series charger is equipped with an external temperature compensation feature. The charger is provided with the compensation circuit and a 24 foot long temperature probe. The natural voltage of the battery changes as a function of temperature change. As the ultrac...

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    11 5. Operation 5.1. Front display panel : (a) lcd panel: displays the status and output parameters of the system. In normal operation the parameters displayed are as follows: ● charger output voltage ● charger output current ● mode of operation ➢ float ➢ equalize ➢ ultracap in case of any fault occ...

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    12 (d) lamp test/ batt. Test: lamp test: the lamp test is triggered when the [lamp test/batt. Test] switch is pressed momentarily. During the test, all led indications blink 10 times. Also, the lcd test is performed. Battery test: the battery test is initialized when the [lamp test/batt. Test] switc...

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    13 5.3 user menu: symbols: # default value press menu/enter button to advance to the right and exit ( ) button to navigate to the left. Use up/down buttons to navigate between settings and settings values..

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    14 6. Troubleshooting fault indications on lcd corrective action battery reverse 1. Check the battery connection polarity. If it not connected correctly, disconnect ac and connect the battery according to right polarity. High dc voltage 1. Check the unit configuration for mode of operation, battery ...

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    15 7. Technical specifications ac input voltage and frequency auto ranging 105-264 vac, 45-65 hz rated current 2.6a @120vac, 1.4a @240vac (for 24v 10a output mode) input protection ac fuse (250v, 5a glass type) inrush limiting inrush current limited ntc efficiency exceeds cec-400-2012-019-cm require...

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    16 document control and revision history part number: 134372 instruction number: p25-usc-1 issue ecn: 21203-1 21367 / 02-17 21341 / 01-17 21203-1 / 08-16 21203 / 07-16.