Samlexpower SEC - 1215A Owner's Manual - page 5
INSTALLATION
WARNING! BEFORE PLUGGING THE UNIT TO THE AC OUTLET, PLEASE
CHECK THAT YOUR LOCAL SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS 115 VAC. IF YOUR
LOCAL SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS 230 VAC, CHANGE THE INTERNAL VOLTAGE
SELECTION TO 230 VAC ( SEE UNDER SELECTING INPUT VOLTAGE
ON PAGE 1 )
Samlex chargers are designed for easy installation. When installing your charger, make sure to locate the charger
in a place with easy access to (1) AC 115V or 230V 60Hz or 50Hz source, (2) the batteries, (3) free air circulation.
Also make sure that the charger is installed in a dry area, well sheltered from weather and water spray.
Mount the charger in a vertical position, with a minimum of 4 inches space for ventilation on the top, bottom and
sides. THE CHARGER SHOULD BE MOUNTED IN A VERTICAL POSITION ONLY.
Never store anything on top of the charger. If mounted in a compartment, ventilate the compartment with louvers
or cutouts, and keep this space free of other items.
Cables
It is recommended that two colors be used for the wires from the charger to the batteries:
Red ( +) and Black ( - )
Proper wire size is as follows:
Length up to 15 ft :
#12 AWG
Length up to 25 ft:
#10 AWG
1.
Connect the ( + ) positive terminal of the battery to the ( + ) positive terminal of the charger.
Connect the ( - ) negative terminal of the battery to the ( - ) negative terminal of the charger.
CAUTION! REVERSING POLARITY WILL DAMAGE THE CHARGER. DAMAGE CAUSED BY REVERSING POLARITY IS
NOT COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY.
2.
Up to three batteries can be connected to the 3 ( + ) positive terminals. The ( - ) negative terminal
is common. Note : The total specified maximum charging current is shared by the 3 ( + )
positive terminals.
3.
Verify that the AC line input is set for proper line voltage (see page 1).
4.
Check wiring to verify proper connections before applying power.
5.
Plug in the AC input line to turn on the AC power. The red LED lights indicating availability of DC
power and the ammeter indicates the condition of the battery under charging.
CONNECTION
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