Balmar ARS-5-H User manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Introduction
The Balmar ARS-5 provides precise voltage control for Balmar
high-output 12-volt alternators and other externally regulated
P-type (positive eld) alternators, the ARS-5 features user
selectable programs for the following battery types: Deep cycle
ooded, gel, AGM and spiral wound (Optima) batteries.
In addition, the regulator features a universal default (UFP)
program that’s safe for most battery types.
In addition to the user selectable preset programs, the
ARS-5 features a wealth of advanced programming modes
which make it possible to tailor charging to a wide variety of
environments and battery types
When used in conjunction with optional MC-TS-A and MCTS-B
alternator and battery temperature sensors, the ARS-5 features
the ability to monitor and respond to a range of ambient
temperature conditions, including reduction or discontinuation
of charging voltages, should a catastrophic over-temperature
condition occur at the alternator or the batteries.
Safety Considerations
1. Always disconnect your battery banks and
ensure that switches are “OFF” prior to
installing your regulator.
2. Remove loose-tting clothing or jewelry,
which could become entangled in your
motor or other machinery prior to installing
regulator.
3. Wear ANSI-approved safety eye-wear and
protective gear.
4. DO NOT attempt to modify the regulator.
Modications could result in damage to
your charging system, and will void your
warranty.
5. DO NOT attempt installation if you are tired
or fatigued.
6. Ensure that the engine has cooled before
initiating installation.
7. DO NOT attempt regulator installation while
using alcohol or medication that could
impair your judgment or reaction time.
8. Always use the right tool for the job.
Improper tool use may damage regulator
or your vessel, and could result in personal
injury.
9. Take time to read the manual. Equipment
damage and possible injuries may result
from an incomplete understanding of the
installation and operation of the MC-612-
DUAL regulator. If you are unfamiliar with
marine electrical systems, consult with a
licensed marine electrician.
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Introduction 1 Regulator Programming 11
Safety Considerations 1 Basic Programming 12
Regulator Installation 2 Adjust For Battery Type 12
Unpacking Box 2 Belt Load Manager 13
Locate/Mount Regulator 2 Dash Lamp Source 10
Basic Wiring Installation 2 Advanced Programming 14
LiFePO43Unlock Adv. Programming 14
Regulator Terminal Layout 4 Adjust Adv. Programming 11-12
Installation By Wire 5-7 Default Program Settings 12
Initial Start Up 7 Battery Equalization 12
Regulator Operation 8 Add’l. Regulator Features 16
Regulator Display Modes 9 Troubleshooting 13-15
Using Magnetic Tool 12 Warranty 16
Table of Contents
ARS-5
MULTI-STAGE
VOLTAGE REGULATOR

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CAUTION: The following instructions are intended for use by experienced marine electrical installers.
If you are not experienced at installing electrical system components, we recommend the use of a
qualied marine electrical technician.
Regulator Installation
The following information is intended to provide the installer with the basic information required to complete installation. This
section of the installation manual will deal with mounting, wiring connections and basic programming for battery type. Additional
information regarding advanced programming adjustments and troubleshooting are addressed later in the manual.
Unpacking the Box
Your ARS-5 regulator kit is packaged with the following items:
• ARS-5 Regulator
• 54” Wiring Harness
• Magnetic Programming Tool
• ARS-5 Quick Start Guide
If any of the listed items is not included with your regulator kit, call our customer service
department at 360-435-6100. Please note - If your regulator box is marked ARS-5,
without the “H” designation your kit will not include the wiring harness or fused battery
sense pigtail.
Locate And Mount The Regulator
Choosing a mounting location for your voltage regulator should be determined based on
the following factors; distance from alternator, distance from inverters, transmitters and other sources of RF noise, convenient
access and readability of the display. The regulator wiring harness is 54 inches long, providing a three to four foot radius for
mounting. Ample airow is essential for the regulator’s proper operation. Ensure that the regulator is free from obstructions that
restrict air movement around or below the regulator’s aluminum heat sink. While the regulator is designed to operate safely
in conditions typical of a marine engine compartment, the regulator may be better protected, and easier to use and monitor if
mounted outside of the engine compartment.
Should it be necessary to install the regulator further than 54 inches from the alternator, ensure that any wire extensions are
properly connected, as resistance in the harness wiring can affect charging efciency. If harness length must reach beyond
approximately eight feet, replace the RED power BLACK ground and BLUE eld wires with larger gauge wire that’s sized to
ensure voltage drop < 3%.
Basic Wiring Installation
The regulator’s wiring harness includes ve wires required for standard installation. Four of those wires are connected to the
regulator via a Ford-style plug connector that’s pre-installed on the regulator. These wires include the Ground (BLACK), Power
(RED), Ignition (BROWN) and Field (BLUE). Plug is shown at right.
In addition, the harness includes a separate Stator (WHITE) wire. The proper terminal connection points for this, and additional
wiring connections, are illustrated on the pin location legend shown and discussed on the following pages.

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ARS-5 Regulator Terminal Layout
1. GROUND INPUT
2. POWER INPUT
3. IGNITION INPUT
4. FIELD OUTPUT
5. BAT. TEMP. (+)
6. BAT. TEMP. (-)
7. STATOR IN
8. TACHOMETER OUT
9. ALT. TEMP. (+)
10. ALT. TEMP. (-)
11. DASH LAMP
Magnetic
Reed
Switch
1
2
3
4
5 6
8
9 10
11
7
Positive Battery Sense
(Required for Internal Regulator Only)
Ignition
910
11
7
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8External Regulator
Plug
Isolated Ground Terminal
MUST be connected to system ground
Positive Output
Terminal
HOUSE BATTERY
BANK
D+
1
2
3
4
+
10A
Connector 1
Connector 2

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Installation by Wire
Install BLACK (#1) Ground Wire
The BLACK Ground Wire (#1 in diagram at right) is included in the four-wire Ford style plug on the
wiring harness and is factory installed on regulator packages designated with “H” at the end of the
model number. The other end of the Ground Wire is tted with a ring terminal connector. In most
applications, this wire can be connected directly to the alternator’s ground terminal post. Both
alternators and regulators must be connected to system ground.
Install RED (#2) Power Wire
The RED Power Wire (#2 in diagram at right) is included in the four-wire Fordstyle plug and is
factory installed on regulator packages designated with “H” at the end of the model number. The
other end of the Power Wire is tted with a ring terminal connector. In most applications, this
wire can be connected directly to the alternator’s positive output post. When a diode-type battery
isolator is used, the power wire must be connected to the battery side of the battery isolator.
Power Wire is equipped with 10-amp ATC type fuse. The Power Wire must be fused to ensure
against damage to the voltage regulator.
Install BROWN (#3) Ignition Wire
The BROWN Ignition Wire (#3 in diagram at right) provides the ON/OFF voltage for the regulator. This wire is included in the
Ford-style plug at the regulator end of the wiring harness. The other end of the wire is tted with a butt connector. Typically, the
ignition wire is connected to the ON side of the ignition switch. This may be at the actual switch, or to the wire in the existing
engine wiring loom that delivers switched voltage from the ignition switch. In some cases, an oil pressure switch may be used
to activate the regulator. I either case, the regulator’s ignition wire must see zero volts when the engine ignition is switched off.
Install BLUE (#4) Field Wire
The BLUE Field Wire (#1 in diagram at right) provides regulated current to control alternator output. The wire is included in the
wiring harness Ford-style plug and is pre-connected at the regulator. At the other end of the wire, you’ll nd either a plug or a
ring terminal, depending on the alternator’s eld terminal connection. Attach the eld wire to the alternator’s eld terminal.
Install Battery Temperature Sensor (#5 Positive, #6 Negative)
The optional Battery Temperature Sensor (MC-TS-B) allows your ARS-5 voltage regulator to monitor your battery bank for
changes in battery temperature, and adjust charging voltages to suit. The MC-TS-B sensor includes a 20-foot cable, a sensing
attachment lug and positive and negative regulator plug-in connectors. To install the MC-TS-B:
1. Connect sensor lug to the negative post closest to the center of the battery bank. Extend sensor cable to regulator.
2. Connect the positive and negative female connectors to the Battery Temperature
Sensor on the regulator (#5 is positive. #6 is negative). It is essential that the terminals
match the polarity of the regulator connection pins (red wire to positive terminal and
black wire to negative terminal connectors).
Install WHITE Stator-In (#7) And Tach-Out (#8)
When an electric tachometer is used, the alternator’s stator output will provide the electrical
pulse needed to drive the tachometer. The ARS-5 has been designed to provide regulated
tach output when the WHITE stator wire is connected to the regulator’s Stator In (#7 in
diagram) terminal and the outfeed wire to the electric tachometer is connected to the Tach
Out terminal (#8 in diagram). Stator output can also be used to detect alternator failure. See
Basic Programming information for details.
When connecting the tachometer to the alternator stator output, it will be necessary to
determine the number of poles in the alternator in order to properly adjust your tachometer.
Most Balmar alternators feature 12-pole rotors and stators, though, in some cases, the pole
count may be 14. See alternator manual for specics. See your tachometer manual for adjustment instructions.
Magnetic
Reed
Switch
1
2
3
4
5 6
8
9 10
11
7
Magnetic
Reed
Switch
1
2
3
4
5 6
8
9 10
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Install Alternator Temperature Sensor (#9 Positive, #10 Negative)
The optional Alternator Temperature Sensor (MC-TS-A) allows your ARS-5 voltage regulator
to monitor your alternator for temperatures in excess of safe operating levels. The MC-TS-A
sensor includes a 54” cable, a
sensing attachment lug and positive and negative regulator plug-in connectors.
To install the MC-TS-A:
1. Connect the sensor lug to the terminal provided (6-Series) or one of the four bolts that
hold the alternator’s front and rear cases together. Extend sensor cable to the regulator.
The cable can be included within the regulator’s wiring harness, or can be run alongside
the harness and attached with cable ties.
2. Connect the positive and negative female connectors to the Alternator Temp. Sense
terminals on the regulator (#9 is positive. #10 is negative). It is essential that the
terminals match the polarity of the regulator connection pins (red wire to positive terminal
and black wire to negative terminal).
Install Dash Lamp (#11)
The Dash Lamp (#11) terminal provides the ability to activate a visual or audible indicator when the regulator monitors
the following conditions: Low system voltage, high system voltage, high alternator temperature, high battery temperature
(temperature conditions are only indicated when appropriate temperature sensors are connected) and no voltage on stator,
indicating that the alternator has failed. When a described condition is detected, the regulator sends the Dash Lamp terminal
from neutral to ground. To utilize the Dash Lamp function:
1. Connect a small LED or incandescent lamp, or an audible (piezo) alert (maximum current ow is 500 mA) to a positive
voltage source.
2. Connect the negative terminal on the lamp or audible alert to the Dash Lamp terminal on the regulator.
3. When connected, the lamp should ash at regulator start-up to indicate active status.
Magnetic Reed Switch
Looking much like a small thermometer atop the regulator’s
circuit board, the magnetic reed switch provides a durable,
sealed interface that enables the user to set basic and
advanced regulator programming features. Included with
the regulator is a small screwdriver that doubles as the regulator’s programming tool. A small magnet embedded in the tip of the
screwdriver’s handle allows the user to activate the magnetic reed switch. By holding the magnet to the RED dot located at the
end of the reed switch, the user can scroll through the regulator’s various program modes and individual program selections.
Initial Pre-Flight Test And Start-Up
When the regulator is properly mounted and the regulator wiring is installed, the ARS-5 is ready for pre-ight testing. Before
turning on the engine, it is advisable to check voltages at the following terminal connections to ensure that the wiring is correct.
Test #1 veries proper voltage values with the regulator turned off. Test #2 veries the expected voltages with the regulator
turned on.
Note: If the regulator’s BROWN ignition wire is receiving it’s switched source of voltage from an oil pressure switch, it may be
necessary to start the engine before applying test #2. If the engine must be run to accomplish test #2, be sure that alternator is
properly cabled on both positive and negative sides to the battery being charged. Failure to do so could result in damage to the
regulator and alternator.
Using your hand-held multi-meter, test the following wiring terminals for voltage:
TEST #1: Engine/Ignition Off
• Primary RED Power Wire (Terminal #2) >12V
• BROWN Ignition Wire (Terminal #3) 0V
• Primary BLUE Field Wire (Terminal #4) 0V
CAUTION: Reversing the polarity of the terminal connections on any of the alternator or battery
temperature sensors can result in invalid sensing and potential damage to alternators, regulator and/or
batteries.
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Reed
Switch
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2
3
4
5 6
8
9 10
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TEST #2: Engine/Ignition ON
• Primary RED Power Wire (Terminal #2) >12V
• BROWN Ignition Wire (Terminal #3) >12V
• Primary BLUE Field Wire (Terminal #4) 4-12V

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Regulator Operation
The ARS-5 regulator’s microprocessor controlled charging system uses a sophisticated, multi-stage prole to deliver optimal
charging, while protecting the batteries from overcharging damage. When the regulator is rst turned on, the processor
performs a quick one-second self diagnostic assessment. Following that diagnostic, the ARS-5 initiates a charge program as
follows:
1. Start Delay - Factory set at one second. Can be user-adjusted to a maximum of 999 seconds in the regulator’s advanced
programming mode. See Advanced Programming section for adjustment instructions.
2. Soft Ramp - Gently increases voltage to bulk preset levels based on battery program selected.
3. Bulk Charge - The most aggressive of the charging stages. Voltage is held at a pre-set level, specied by battery program
selected, for a set time period. Factory-set bulk time is 18 minutes. Adjustable in 1/10-hour increments.
4. Calculated Bulk Charge - Holds voltage at bulk level for six minutes, then calculates system condition by comparing
existing voltage, time at voltage, and eld percentage to target values. If values are met, the regulator advances to the next
stage. If values are not met, the regulator continues to bulk charge and compares real-time to target values. The regulator
will continually update calculations until all values are met.
5. Ramps down to Absorption voltage.
6. Absorption Charge - Regulator continues to control the alternator’s output voltage for an additional 18 minutes at
approximately 2/10-volts below bulk charging voltage. Adjustable in 1/10- hour increments.
7. Calculated Absorption Charge - Holds voltage at absorption level for six minutes, then calculates system condition by
comparing existing voltage, time at voltage, and eld percentage to target values. If values are met, the regulator advances
to the next stage. If values are not met, the regulator extends the absorption charge and compares real-time to target
values. The regulator will continually update calculations until all values are met.
8. Ramp down to Float.
9. Float Charge - Regulator continues to control the alternator’s output voltage for an additional 18 minutes, typically at one
volt less than bulk voltage (based on battery program presets). After that initial xed time period, the regulator can respond
to increased charging demand by cycling to absorption voltage. After 12 hours of continuous operation, the regulator will
automatically revert to absorption voltage through calculated absorption and back to oat charging stage.
1 sec. 60 sec. 18 min. Up to 6 hrs. 18 min. Up to 6 hrs. 18 min. Up to 6 hrs. 18 min. Up to 6 hrs. 18 min. Up to 6 hrs.
START DELAY
SOFT RAMP
BULK
CALCULATEDBULK
RAMP TO ABSORPTION
ABSORPTION
CALCULATEDABSORPTION
RAMP TO FLOAT
FLOAT
CALCULATEDFLOAT
RAMP TO ABSORPTION
CALCULATEDABSORPTION
RAMP TO FLOAT
FLOAT
CALCULATED FLOAT
ABSORPTION

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BAL Indicates Balmar
A-5 Indicates Model ARS-5
UFP Indicates regulator’s default Universal Factory Program. Display will vary based on program selected.
b-0 Indicates the regulator’s Belt Load Manager setting. Ranges from b-0 to b-9
-b- Indicates stage of charge. “-b-” indicates bulk. “-A-” indicates absorption. “-F-” indicates oat. “-r-” indicates ramp.
bv Indicates system Battery Voltage. Followed by actual voltage reading.
Cv Indicates Calculated Voltage (Target voltage based on preset program levels). Followed by voltage reading.
B1 Indicates Battery Temperature. Followed by NC (not connected), or temperature in Celsius.
AL Indicates Alternator temperature. Followed by NC (not connected), or temperature in celsius.
E10 BATTERY #1 SENSOR
CABLE SHORTED
E11 BATTERY #1 TEMP. SENSOR
CABLE OPEN OR NOT FOUND
E14 ALTERNATOR #1 TEMP.
SENSOR CABLE SHORTED
E15 ALTERNATOR #1 TEMP. SENSOR
CABLE OPEN OR NOT FOUND
The regulator’s three digit alphanumeric LED display provides a scrolling view of charging status. Under normal operation, the
display will indicate the following:
E20 BATTERY #1 TOO HOT. OVER
52°C. FACTORY DEFAULT
E22 ALTERNATOR #1 TOO HOT.
OVER 108°C.
E24 VOLTAGE REGULATOR TOO
HOT. OVER 90°C.
E30 BATTERY VOLTAGE BELOW
12.5 VOLTS
E34 BATTERY VOLTAGE BELOW
10.5 VOLTS
E40 BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO
HIGH. OVER 16 VOLTS.
E41 FIELD VOLTAGE TOO HIGH
E42 STATOR VOLTAGE TOO
HIGH
E51 SMALL ENGINE MODE IS IN
OPERATION
In addition to the information provided in the basic display shown above, the ARS-5 long display provides the following data.
The long display is accessed during basic programming, which will be discussed in the next section of the manual.
FE Indicates the percentage of eld output to the alternator. The higher the percentage, the greater the output.
r3.8 Indicates regulator’s software revision code.
SP Indicates internal regulator temperature. Followed by degrees Celsius.
SLP Indicates, in millivolts, the value used to control voltage compensation for battery temperature.
Hr. Indicates overall regulator hours. Followed by hours and hours in hundreds of hours.
FbA Indicated eld threshold from bulk to absorption. Factory set at 65%. Adjust in advanced programming mode.
FFL Indicates eld threshold from oat to absorption.
E Indicates System advisory codes. Individually numbered codes are dened below.
The following advisory codes can be used to determine possible system errors or to identify specic operational modes.
Note that E codes are cumulative and will be held in memory until cleared. Codes can be by cycling from LD to SD in the
basic programming mode, and back to LD after the SD mode has been saved. See basic programming for more info.
Regulator Display Modes - Short Display / Long Display

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Preset, Multi-Stage Battery Programs
Part Number:
Balmar Regulators Digital
Duo
Charge
Dual
Engine
Centerelder
12 Volt 24 Volt
ARS-5 MC-614 MC-612-DUAL MC-624 DDC-12/24 CFII-12/24
Universal Factory Program, Deep Cycle
Flooded, Gel Cell, Absorbed Glass Mat
(AGM) and Spiral Wound Flooded (Optima)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Standard Flooded, Halogen Systems, Lithium -Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Balmar Alternator Models
6-Series Alternators (70A-150A) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
AT-Series Alternator (165A-200A) -Yes Yes -Yes Yes
9-Series Large Case Alternators (140A-310A) -Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Multiple Alternator/Engine Congurations
Dual Engine, One Alternator Each -Yes (qty 2) -Yes (qty 2) Yes Yes
Single Engine, Two Alternators - - Yes Yes (qty 2) Yes Yes
Positive Battery Sense
(Required for Internal Regulator Only)
Ignition
910
11
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8External Regulator
Plug
Isolated Ground Terminal
MUST be connected to system ground
Positive Output
Terminal
HOUSE BATTERY
BANK
D+
1
2
3
4
+
10A
Connector 1
Connector 2

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Pro INDICATES ENTRY INTO BASIC
PROGRAMMING MODE
bA INDICATES ENTRY INTO
BATTERY TYPE PROGRAM MODE
UFP INDICATES FACTORY DEFAULT
UNIVERSAL FACTORY MODE
Fdc INDICATES PROGRAM FOR
DEEP CYCLE FLOODED BATTERIES
gEL INDICATES PROGRAM FOR
DEEP CYCLE GEL BATTERIES
AgL INDICATES PROGRAM FOR
ABSORBED GLASS MAT BATTERIES
OPS INDICATES PROGRAM
FOR SPIRAL WOUND
(OPTIMA)
Regulator Programming Modes
Using The Magnetic Reed Switch
Access to the ARS-5 regulator’s basic and advanced programming modes is provided by a
magnetic reed switch located in the upper left corner of the regulator’s circuit board. The reed
switch provides selectable control of the regulator’s programming without creating an intrusion
point as is common on many other adjustable voltage regulators currently on the market.
A small screwdriver with a magnet embedded in the tip of the handle is included to
activate the magnetic reed switch. While any magnetic tipped tool can be used, the
Balmar programming screwdriver does an excellent job as an interfacing tool.
Programming is accomplished by contacting and removing the magnet from the RED dot
afxed to the regulator’s epoxy potting. If the magnet has difculty activating the reed
switch at that position, try moving the up and down along the length of the reed switch until
the RED LED dot is illuminated at the top of the LED display, between the second and third
display digits. The RED light indicates activation of the reed switch.
Within the basic and advanced programming instructions, activation of the reed switch will be
described by the following actions:
• TOUCH / RELEASE - Indicates the action of contacting and immediately removing the magnet from the reed switch
• TOUCH / HOLD - Indicates the action of contacting and holding the magnet to the reed switch
• TOUCH / HOLD / RELEASE - Indicates the action of contacting and holding the magnet to the reed switch, the
releasing the reed switch be removing the magnet from the RED dot on the epoxy potting
Basic Programming
Programming For Battery Type
The ARS-5 features selectable programs for the following battery technologies; Universal Default (UFP), Deep Cycle
Flooded (FdC), gel (gEL), AGM (AgL), and Optima spiral wound batteries (OPS). Programming can be done whenever the
regulator is active. System voltage must be greater than 12.5V for programming changes to be saved.
When activating the programming mode, keep in mind that the regulator will scroll through the basic programming mode three
times before saving and returning to the operational mode. To adjust the regulator for your battery type:
1. Turn on the regulator. This may be accomplished by turning the ignition switch at the panel to the ON position. If the
regulator’s BROWN ignition wire is connected to an oil pressure switch, it may be necessary to start the engine to activate
the regulator.
2. Once the regulator is on and the display is scrolling, TOUCH / HOLD the magnetic end of the programming screwdriver to
the RED dot on the regulator as described above.
3. Continue to hold the magnet to the RED dot. The letters PRO will appear on the LED.
4. Continue to hold the magnet to the RED dot. The letters BA will appear on the LED.
5. Continue to hold the magnet to the RED dot. The LED display will begin to scroll through the various codes.
6. When the desired battery code is displayed, RELEASE the magnet from the RED dot.
7. The display will indicate BA once again. At this point, you have the option to re-enter the battery type mode by reapplying
the magnet to the RED dot. Otherwise, the display will cycle to bEL, indicating entry into the Belt Load Manager mode.

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Basic Programming
Programming The Belt Load Manager
The ARS-5 provides the ability to manage regulator eld potential, making it possible to govern the horsepower loads placed
on the drive belt(s) by the alternator. The Belt Load Manager can also be used to protect the alternator from extraordinary
load created by a battery load that’s too large for the alternator’s capacity. The Belt Load Manager is accessed in the basic
programming mode, directly after the battery type programming mode. The Belt Load Manager can be accessed at the same
time the battery program is set, or by itself. To program the Belt Load Manager When activating the programming mode,
keep in mind that the regulator will scroll through the basic programming mode three times before saving and returning to the
operational mode. To adjust the regulator for your battery type:
1. Turn on the regulator. This may be accomplished by turning the ignition switch at the panel to the ON position. If the
regulator’s BROWN ignition wire is connected to an oil pressure switch, it may be necessary to start the engine to activate
the regulator.
2. If the battery type program has been adjusted, TOUCH / HOLD when entry into the Belt Load Manager is indicated by the
bEL display on the regulator’s LED.
3. If you don’t wish to adjust the battery programming, TOUCH / HOLD the RED dot when the regulator is activated when the
Pro display is indicated. The regulator will indicate bA, for battery type, and will cycle to bEL.
4. TOUCH / HOLD. The regulator display will indicate b-0 (indicating that the Belt Load Manager is off). Continue to HOLD.
The regulator display continue to scroll through nine settings. Each setting decreases the eld potential by approximately
ve percent.
5. RELEASE when the display indicates your desired level of eld reduction. The display will cycle to bEL. You can reactivate
to change your selection, or wait until the regulator cycles to the next programming mode.
6. The display will cycle to dSP, indicating the selection mode where the user can toggle between a short or long display.
bEL INDICATES ENTRY INTO
BELT LOAD MANAGER MODE
b-0 INDICATES BLM OFF.
b-1 INDICATES BLM SETTING #1.
FIELD REDUCTION 5%.
b-2 INDICATES BLM SETTING #2.
FIELD REDUCTION 10%.
b-3 INDICATES BLM SETTING #3.
FIELD REDUCTION 15%.
b-4 INDICATES BLM SETTING #4.
FIELD REDUCTION 20%.
b-5 INDICATES BLM SETTING #5.
FIELD REDUCTION 25%.
b-6 INDICATES BLM SETTING #6.
FIELD REDUCTION 30%
b-7 INDICATES BLM SETTING #7.
FIELD REDUCTION 35%.
b-8 INDICATES BLM SETTING #8.
FIELD REDUCTION 40%
b-9 INDICATES BLM SETTING #9.
FIELD REDUCTION 45%
Programming For Short or Long Display Mode
You can choose the amount of information displayed on the regulator. The information displayed on the short or long display is
detailed on Page 8 of the manual. To adjust the regulator for short or long display:
1. TOUCH/HOLD when entry into the short/long display selector is indicated by dSP on the regulator’s LED.
2. The regulator display will indicate codes Sd (for short display) or Ld (for long display).
3. RELEASE when the display indicates your desired display mode. The display will cycle to dSP. You can re-activate to
change your selection, or wait until the regulator cycles to the next programming mode.
dSP INDICATES ENTRY INTO SHORT
OR LONG DISPLAY MODE
Sd INDICATES SHORT
DISPLAY MODE
Ld INDICATES LONG
DISPLAY MODE
Programming For Alternator Failure Advisory Mode (BDL)
The regulator provides a ground signal on the dash lamp terminal when the following conditions occur: low battery voltage
(<12.7V), high battery voltage (>15.5V), high battery temperature (<52°C), or high alternator temperature (105°C). In
addition, the user has the option to send the dash lamp ground in the event that the stator output drops to zero volts. The
Regulator’s Default bdL setting is ON. Monitoring stator output is an optional function which can be turned on or off in the basic
programming mode. The regulator’s default setting for the bdL mode is ON, meaning that the stator output is being monitored.
This function can be used in conjunction with a relay to control a charge indicator lamp.
1. To enable or disable the stator monitoring function, activate and hold when the bdL mode is indicated.
2. Release when the desired setting is shown. NOTE: Stator wire must be connected to the regulator’s Stator-In terminal to
use this function.
bdL INDICATES ENTRY INTO
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
ADVISORY MODE
OFF STATOR OUTPUT
MONITORING OFF
On STATOR OUTPUT
MONITORING ON