R.P.S. Corporation GTX Series Operator's Manual - Page 26
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OPERATING MANUAL
GENERAL INFORMATION AND WARNING
• Electronic automatic battery charger with microprocessor suitable for any battery type.
• Fully automatic charging cycle with electronic setting; protected against overload, short‐circuit
at clamps and reversed polarity.
• Never disconnect the battery while charging: this could cause sparks.
• Never use the equipment in the rain, in areas used for washing and in damp areas.
• Before starting to charge, make sure the voltage of the equipment suits the voltage of the
battery and that the selected charging curve (for lead‐acid free batteries and airtight gel
batteries) is correct for the type of battery to be charged. In addition, make sure the rated input
voltage of the charger suits the available supply voltage and the system is equipped with
grounding.
• If necessary, replace the fuse with another of the same type and value as indicated on the rating
plate.
• Pay attention to any remarks of the battery manufacturer.
For lead‐acid batteries with liquid electrolyte:
• Control the water level after each charging process.
• Refill with distilled water only.
• Caution! The gases generated during charging are explosive. Do not smoke in the vicinity of the
batteries. When working with cables and electrical equipment, avoid open flame and sparks.
• Attention: Use protective glasses and gloves during battery maintenance. Battery acid causes
injuries. In case of contact with battery acid, wash the affected parts with a lot of fresh water
and consult a doctor if necessary.
CONTROLS (see figure behind the cover)
1. Three‐digit display + symbol (1), to view A =the charging current, U = the battery voltage, h = the
charging time, C = the charging ampere‐hours [AH], E = the energy used [KWh].
2. Button for the Selection of the display mode (2): A, U, h, C, E. After about 10 seconds the
display returns to the visualization of the charging current.
3. Red control indicator (3): when it is on, the charging cycle has started.
4. Yellow control indicator (4): when it is on, the final phase of the charging cycle has started.
5. Green control indicator (5): when it is on, the charging cycle has finished.
OPERATION
• Plug the cord into the socket.
• Connect the battery, checking the polarity.
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Now, the battery charger’s display will show a sequence of details on the charger’s internal
programming: after the name “SPE”, it will show the software release installed in the
equipment, then, in sequence, the following parameters: battery voltage, charging current,
charging curve number, and finally the words “GEL” or “Acd” depending on the set up charging
curve being suitable for airtight gel batteries or lead‐acid batteries. Make sure the type of
batteries to be charged (gel or lead‐acid batteries) matches the displayed details (“GEL” or
“Acd”, respectively). If it doesn’t, contact our dealer. Now, a test is run on the battery voltage
to decide if the charging process should be started or not. If the battery is not connected to the
battery charger, the display will show the word “bat”. The word will stay on, even if the test is
failed (for instance, reversed polarities or incorrect battery connection). If the test is passed, the
display will show the battery voltage for approximately 5 seconds and the battery will begin to
BATTERY CHARGER
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