ARK Powerpack DA10W User manual

Important. Please read.
•Ensure Powerpack isolator switch is in the off
position while the battery is charging, except
when charging through the external terminals.
• Keep clear of naked flame, spark or conductive
material, while the battery is charging.
• Ensure that the Powerpack ventilation fan is
operating while the battery is charging.
• Always turn the Powerpack isolator switch in off
position when the battery is not in use.
N15335
Part no. DA10W
Operating Instructions
Before operating this product
please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference
2012 Ark Corporation Pty Ltd
The original 12v smart charger battery box
Australian Innovation Patent No.2003100766
Australian Patent No.2003258369
Canadian Patent No.2538378
United States Patent No.7573229
United States Design Patent No. D495994
Canadian Registered Design No.104258
European Registered Design No.000076799-0001

Energy indicator
100%
75%
50%
CHARGING
CONDITIONING
25%
PRESS TO TEST
Battery condition charge display
1
2
5
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4
The Powerpack is fitted with advanced electronics to monitor
the energy level at all times. The battery energy level can be
monitored via the LED condition/ charge indicator
To view the battery condition charge level press & hold down
the “press to test” button
CAUTION
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the adaptor
to rain or moisture
Identifying the parts
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Powerpack adaptor
Positive terminal cover
Positive high current terminal
Negative terminal cover
Negative high current terminal
Carry handle
Charger input with cover
Ventilation fan
12V DC 10A accessory port with cover
LED condition/charge indicator
Battery isolator switch
Stainless steel brackets
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7
5
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10
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6
2
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4
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Using smartcharge
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3
5
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4
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5
The Powerpack smart charge is based upon an advanced
software program that monitors your battery. Smart charge will
select from the following auto charge cycles to optimise your
battery’s performance.
The auto charge cycles are as follows:
Charge
Recovers a flat battery to a peak voltage. Charges the battery
until it reaches 12.5V.
If reaches 12.5V will proceed to bulk.
If fails to reach 12.5V after a period of 125 hours.
Will proceed to conditioning.
Conditioning indicator will flash 5 secs on 2 secs off,
this indicates that your battery is very weak or may have a
faulty cell. You can decided to repeat charge cycle by pulling
out and replacing the power adaptor or check battery
with your supplier.
Bulk
Tops up battery for extra capacity. Raises battery
voltage to 13.8V.
If reaches 13.8V will proceed to boosting.
If fails to reach 13.8V after a period of 125 hours of charging
time, will move to conditioning.
Boosting
Peak charge for maximum performance battery charge is
maintained at 13.8V for 5 hours to boost the battery then
proceeds to rest.
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Lid Base
Latches
Accessory port 10A fuse
Positive battery cable (red)
Negative battery cable (black)
Internal battery securing strap
12V DC battery
not supplied
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13
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15
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For your own safety do not
remove internal covers as these
are non-servicable parts
CAUTION

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5
5
6
1
1
Resting
Allows the battery to consolidate after boosting. Charger ceases
charging to allow the battery to rest while allowing voltage to
normalize at 12.8V. Then proceeds to conditioning.
Conditioning
Maintains performance and prolong battery life. Battery charge is
maintained at 12.8V. at 0.1A the battery is continually monitored
and the charging current is automatically adjusted to maintain
battery voltage at 12.8V for a period of 500 hours then proceeds
to re-waken.
Re-waken
Exercising the battery and avoiding sulphation build up. After 500
hours of conditioning the charger cycle will automatically return to
step (charging).
Note: at any time you can reset auto charge cycle by removing & replacing Powerpack
adaptor depending on the size & condition of your battery, charge times may vary.
Powerpack mounting
DO NOT BLOCK AIR FLOW
370mm
32mm
1
2
3
Secure Release
1
It is recommended that the Powerpack be securely mounted with
the supplied quick release mounting brackets.
1. Place the Powerpack in a suitable location with adequate air
ventilation and easy access.
2. Mark bracket mounting holes as indicated, then fasten
mounting brackets securely with screws provided.
3. Locate Powerpack between brackets, slide bracket tongue into
Powerpack cavity and tighten screws securely.
1
2
3

Always check polarity
when connecting to Powerpack.
Incorrect termination may
cause damage
CAUTION
Removable
isolator key
Accessory
12V plug
Terminals
Wing nuts
Washers
Connecting the battery
2
The Powerpack is suitable for most 12V DC batteries, we
recommend AGM (sealed batteries).
Powerpack internal dimension:
330mm L x 180mm W x 240mm H
External dimension: 360mm L x 240mm W x 320mm H
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17
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6
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14
Place the battery into the Powerpack base and fasten via the
internal battery securing strap.
If the battery is small in size we suggest to pack suitable foam
around the battery to stop battery movement.
Ensure Powerpack switch isolator is in the off position
and the Powerpack adaptor is not connected.
Connect the positive red cable to the positive (+) battery
terminal post and the negative black cable to the negative (-)
battery terminal post. If the charging and conditioning LED
flashes 1 sec on 1 sec off, this indicates reverse polarity
connection or a short in the battery.
Fasten the terminals securely.
Close the lid and fasten the latches.
Please note that your battery terminals position may differ from the illustrated view.

Connecting the load
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There are two output connection options:
The positive and negative high current terminals or the
accessory port
Both the high current terminals & the accesssory port
can be disconnected by the battery isolator switch
Note: a battery is a high current device. For your safety never
connect a device or load to the high current terminals
without turning the battery isolator switch to the
off position.
To connect a device or load to the Powerpack high current
terminals, undo red and black wing nuts.
Note: do not remove powerpack terminal washers. Washers
must be below the terminals.
Connect positive cable (red) of the device to the positive (+)
Powerpack high current terminal and tighten red wing
nut securely.
Connect negative cable (black) of the device to the negative (-)
Powerpack high current terminal and tighten black wing
nut securely.
Turn the isolator switch to the ‘on’ position when current
is required.
The accessory port is protected by a 10A
replaceable fuse. Should this fuse fail, turn battery isolator
switch to the off position & replace fuse. The isolation
switch has a removable key for extra security.
Batteries can generate
explosive gases, ensure free
air flow around the Powerpack
and tighten terminals securely.
CAUTION

Connecting the load
1
2
3
4
5
7
3
3
3
13
6
6
6
6
6
11
7
11
7
11
7
11
7
11
3
There are two output connection options:
The positive and negative high current terminals or the
accessory port
Both the high current terminals & the accesssory port
can be disconnected by the battery isolator switch
Note: a battery is a high current device. For your safety never
connect a device or load to the high current terminals
without turning the battery isolator switch to the
off position.
To connect a device or load to the Powerpack high current
terminals, undo red and black wing nuts.
Note: do not remove powerpack terminal washers. Washers
must be below the terminals.
Connect positive cable (red) of the device to the positive (+)
Powerpack high current terminal and tighten red wing
nut securely.
Connect negative cable (black) of the device to the negative (-)
Powerpack high current terminal and tighten black wing
nut securely.
Turn the isolator switch to the ‘on’ position when current
is required.
The accessory port is protected by a 10A
replaceable fuse. Should this fuse fail, turn battery isolator
switch to the off position & replace fuse. The isolation
switch has a removable key for extra security.
Batteries can generate
explosive gases, ensure free
air flow around the Powerpack
and tighten terminals securely.
CAUTION

Always check polarity
when connecting to Powerpack.
Incorrect termination may
cause damage
CAUTION
Removable
isolator key
Accessory
12V plug
Terminals
Wing nuts
Washers
Connecting the battery
2
The Powerpack is suitable for most 12V DC batteries, we
recommend AGM (sealed batteries).
Powerpack internal dimension:
330mm L x 180mm W x 240mm H
External dimension: 360mm L x 240mm W x 320mm H
18
17
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
16
15
19
14
Place the battery into the Powerpack base and fasten via the
internal battery securing strap.
If the battery is small in size we suggest to pack suitable foam
around the battery to stop battery movement.
Ensure Powerpack switch isolator is in the off position
and the Powerpack adaptor is not connected.
Connect the positive red cable to the positive (+) battery
terminal post and the negative black cable to the negative (-)
battery terminal post. If the charging and conditioning LED
flashes 1 sec on 1 sec off, this indicates reverse polarity
connection or a short in the battery.
Fasten the terminals securely.
Close the lid and fasten the latches.
Please note that your battery terminals position may differ from the illustrated view.

Energy indicator
100%
75%
50%
CHARGING
CONDITIONING
25%
PRESS TO TEST
Battery condition charge display
1
2
5
20
20
4
The Powerpack is fitted with advanced electronics to monitor
the energy level at all times. The battery energy level can be
monitored via the LED condition/ charge indicator
To view the battery condition charge level press & hold down
the “press to test” button
CAUTION
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the adaptor
to rain or moisture
Identifying the parts
1
8
6
10
11
9
4
12
3
5
7
2
Powerpack adaptor
Positive terminal cover
Positive high current terminal
Negative terminal cover
Negative high current terminal
Carry handle
Charger input with cover
Ventilation fan
12V DC 10A accessory port with cover
LED condition/charge indicator
Battery isolator switch
Stainless steel brackets
1
11
9
7
5
8
10
3
6
2
2
4
12

Using smartcharge
1
2
3
2
3
5
5
4
1
5
The Powerpack smart charge is based upon an advanced
software program that monitors your battery. Smart charge will
select from the following auto charge cycles to optimise your
battery’s performance.
The auto charge cycles are as follows:
Charge
Recovers a flat battery to a peak voltage. Charges the battery
until it reaches 12.5V.
If reaches 12.5V will proceed to bulk.
If fails to reach 12.5V after a period of 125 hours.
Will proceed to conditioning.
Conditioning indicator will flash 5 secs on 2 secs off,
this indicates that your battery is very weak or may have a
faulty cell. You can decided to repeat charge cycle by pulling
out and replacing the power adaptor or check battery
with your supplier.
Bulk
Tops up battery for extra capacity. Raises battery
voltage to 13.8V.
If reaches 13.8V will proceed to boosting.
If fails to reach 13.8V after a period of 125 hours of charging
time, will move to conditioning.
Boosting
Peak charge for maximum performance battery charge is
maintained at 13.8V for 5 hours to boost the battery then
proceeds to rest.
14 18
19
13
16
15
17
Lid Base
Latches
Accessory port 10A fuse
Positive battery cable (red)
Negative battery cable (black)
Internal battery securing strap
12V DC battery
not supplied
18
13
16
15
14
19
17
For your own safety do not
remove internal covers as these
are non-servicable parts
CAUTION

4
5
5
6
1
1
Resting
Allows the battery to consolidate after boosting. Charger ceases
charging to allow the battery to rest while allowing voltage to
normalize at 12.8V. Then proceeds to conditioning.
Conditioning
Maintains performance and prolong battery life. Battery charge is
maintained at 12.8V. at 0.1A the battery is continually monitored
and the charging current is automatically adjusted to maintain
battery voltage at 12.8V for a period of 500 hours then proceeds
to re-waken.
Re-waken
Exercising the battery and avoiding sulphation build up. After 500
hours of conditioning the charger cycle will automatically return to
step (charging).
Note: at any time you can reset auto charge cycle by removing & replacing Powerpack
adaptor depending on the size & condition of your battery, charge times may vary.
Powerpack mounting
DO NOT BLOCK AIR FLOW
370mm
32mm
1
2
3
Secure Release
1
It is recommended that the Powerpack be securely mounted with
the supplied quick release mounting brackets.
1. Place the Powerpack in a suitable location with adequate air
ventilation and easy access.
2. Mark bracket mounting holes as indicated, then fasten
mounting brackets securely with screws provided.
3. Locate Powerpack between brackets, slide bracket tongue into
Powerpack cavity and tighten screws securely.
1
2
3

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1
7 11
3

Important. Please read.
•Ensure Powerpack isolator switch is in the off
position while the battery is charging, except
when charging through the external terminals.
• Keep clear of naked flame, spark or conductive
material, while the battery is charging.
• Ensure that the Powerpack ventilation fan is
operating while the battery is charging.
• Always turn the Powerpack isolator switch in off
position when the battery is not in use.
N15335
Part no. DA10W
Operating Instructions
Before operating this product
please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference
2012 Ark Corporation Pty Ltd
The original 12v smart charger battery box
Australian Innovation Patent No.2003100766
Australian Patent No.2003258369
Canadian Patent No.2538378
United States Patent No.7573229
United States Design Patent No. D495994
Canadian Registered Design No.104258
European Registered Design No.000076799-0001