Chargetek RTIC 2405-WP User manual

Charger operation
The RTIC-2405-WP is fully automatic once installed properly.
The LED indicator lights inform the user of the progress of the
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Electrical characteristics
LED indicators
Charging mode: Indicates the state of charge of the battery.
The green Float light indicates the battery is fully charged.
Charging current LEDs indicate amount of current.
AC Power On LED indicates AC power is applied to the
charger.
Charging status LED indicates the output is connected
properly to the battery and is being charged.
Protection modes
Over temperature: The unit inhibits until it cools off and then
restarts automatically. This is indicated by the AC Power and
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This is indicated by the AC Power on and 4-6 Amp Charging
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disconnected and reconnected once the charger has cooled off.
Over voltage:
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Optional relay contacts
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proper operation.
Optional temperature compensation
The temperature compensation pod can be tie-wrapped to the
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mounted. Standard compensation is 15mV-18mV per degree
Celsius per cell or factory programmable upon request.
Please read the entire installation manual before installing
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ticated three state lead-acid battery charger. With a wide
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The RTIC-2405-WP is factory programmable to accom-
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mented digitally allowing accurate and noise free sensing
up to a distance of 300 feet eliminating problems associ-
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are generated by an embedded microcontroller that con-
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RTIC-2405-WP
Installation Manual
Optional signal connector
Outline and mounting
Chargetek
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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warranty must be paid by the consumer. Proof of purchase is required.
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excluded where permitted by law.
SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
AC Fail AC < 170VAC
DC High DC > 62VDC
DC Low DC < 40VDC
Over Temperature Unit shutdown, automatically restart
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION / CONDITIONS MIN NOM MAX UNITS
VFSTERM Fast charge voltage, 25C 57.6 58.0 58.2 VDC
VFLOAT Float voltage, IOUT < 1.0 A, 25C 53.0 54.0 54.4 VDC
IFS Fast charge, VBATTERY = 12V 5 6 7 Amps
IFLTERM Float charge termination current 0.8 0.9 1.0 Amps
VAC RMS AC voltage range 180 220 270 VAC
ISBY Standby current, AC off 0.5 ma
Dimensions in inches

The RTIC-2405-WP is short circuit protected. Batteries are
a high current source and additional protection is needed in
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or electrical damage that may be externally induced. Do
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

          






clean and tight. See installation diagrams below.

that the amount of charge and discharge be equal for both

       



series.
Safety instructions
CAUTION: The following are important safety instructions.
Save these instructions.

cell” rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may
burst causing personal injury or damage.
           
battery.


battery.







and get immediate medical attention.
         
       



or replacement is required. Incorrect reassembly may result

      

used. Only adults should install and operate the charger.

children.

quality grounded extension cord of at least 16 awg wire size
for cords up to 50 feet and a minimum of 14 awg for cords
up to 150 feet.
    
grasp the plug when disconnecting the charger.
The RTIC-2405-WP is waterproof and designed for harsh

consult the factory if there are any questions.


factory.
Study the battery manufacturer’s precautions such as

Keep batteries full. Add distilled water in each cell until it


Good battery maintenance procedures dictate that the battery

ambient temperatures.
Keep the battery terminals clean. Always unplug the charger
before cleaning. Keep corrosion from coming into contact
with your eyes.
       
       
battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short circuit high

Three stage charging curve
Three stage charge cycle
The RTIC-2405-WP employs a three stage charge routine. This
is the charging procedure most lead-acid battery manufactur-
        
battery life.
Stage 1: Constant current or bulk charge mode

charger is operating in constant current mode. The charger

is allowed to rise as it is being recharged. Approximately 80%
of battery capacity is returned in the constant current region.
Stage 2: Absorption mode





is fully charged.
Stage 3: Float mode



charge condition of the battery without boiling out electrolyte or

lights on the RTIC-2405-WP should be green.
Installation
Location
           



as fan wheels.
Operating temperature is -10°C to 55°C (-14°F to 131°F).
Storage temperature is -30°C to 80°C (-22°F to 176°F).


-
rimeter and top side of the charger.


Mounting

drilling mounting holes near a battery.


Electrical
AC wire connections
The RTIC-2405-WP is equipped with a factory installed 6 foot
AC cord with a ground connection. The ground connection
is the round pin on the AC plug. It is extremely important
that only grounded electrical outlets or extension cords
with a ground connection should be used when operating
this charger.

are wet or barefoot.


necessary.
The charger will operate properly with 220VAC 50/60Hz

DC wire connections
DC wire connections must be made before plugging in the
AC cord.
The charger should only be used with lead-acid type batteries



in.
When installing in the bilge of boats or any battery

         

health and safety.
Keep wire routing from the charger to the battery neat and


       
parts and hot surfaces such as exhaust components.
Battery
voltage
Stage 1: Bulk
(constant current)
Stage 2: Absorption
(constant voltage)

current decreasing
Battery
current
Absorption

full charge maintained
Stage 3: Float
(constant voltage)
Float
Bulk
Two 24V battery connection
One 48V battery connection