Clarke AC80 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS0515
AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER
MODEL NO: AC80
PART NO: 6266315

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Battery Charger.
Please read this manual thoroughly, before attempting
to operate, and carefully follow all instructions given.
It is vitally important that ALL precautions are taken, as
specified, which will not only provide protection for
yourself and that of others around you, but will also
ensure that the Battery Charger will give you long and
satisfactory service.
This battery charger is limited to use with 12V lead acid/
gel including MF (Sealed) and Leisure batteries
ONLY. DO NOT attempt to charge other types of battery.
GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty
manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of
purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of
purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have
been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used
for the purpose for which it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of
purchase, no product can be returned to us without
prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• IMPORTANT: ALWAYS disconnect the battery from the
vehicle BEFORE connecting the charger leads. This is
to prevent damage being caused to the vehicle
electronic system.
• This battery charger is designed for INDOOR use ONLY.
Do not use outdoors, exposed to the elements.
• Do not use for any other type of battery, or supply
power to low voltage electrical systems.
• Connect the battery clamps to the battery terminals
before plugging the charger in to the mains power
supply.
• This battery charger is limited to use with 12V
lead
acid/ gel including MF (Sealed) and Leisure
batteries
ONLY. DO NOT attempt to charge other
types of battery.
• Do not attempt to charge a battery with a capacity
exceeding that indicated in the ‘Specifications’.
• Do not operate the charger if any of the cables are
damaged. Consult your Clarke dealer for repair or
replacement of the parts.
• Do not operate the charger if the case is damaged.
Consult your Clarke dealer for inspection and repair.
• Do not disassemble the charger, incorrect reassembly
may result in electric shock or fire.

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• Ensure the battery posts and battery clamps are
perfectly clean before use.
• Disconnect from the mains power supply before
making or breaking connections to the battery.
• Make sure the battery is topped up with distilled
water, (where applicable), to its proper level, before
connecting the charger.
• Unscrew the battery filler caps fully, (where
applicable), and leave them loose for the duration of
charge, to ensure that gases are allowed to escape.
NOTE: ALWAYS clean around the filler caps
thoroughly before unscrewing, to ensure
that no dirt can enter the battery cell.
Ensure the breather holes, in the caps, are
perfectly clear before screwing in again.
• When charging is complete, disconnect the negative
cable first and then the positive cable.
• Always place the charger in an environment which is
- well ventilated
- out of the reach of children
- not exposed to direct sunlight or heat source
- away from water / moisture, oil and grease
- away from explosive gases, flames, and sparks
- away from any flammable substance

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS DOUBLE INSULATED
This appliance is fitted with a 13 amp, BS 1363 plug which
should be connected to a standard 230 VAC (50Hz)
electrical supply. If the plug is replaced, the
replacement must be to the same specification and
wired in accordance with the following code:
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
As the colours of the flexible cord of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• Connect BROWN cord to terminal marked with a
letter “L” or coloured RED
• Connect BLUE cord to terminal marked with a letter
“N” or coloured BLACK
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
In the event a moulded plug is fitted, and is subsequently
cut from the electric cable, the replacement plug MUST
be an approved 5 amp, BS 1363 plug and wired in
accordance with the above instructions. Additionally,
please note:
The discarded plug must be thrown away as there is a
danger of electric shock if it is subsequently inserted into
a socket outlet.

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1. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
2. Should you wish to replace a detachable fuse
carrier, ensure that the correct replacement is
used (as indicated by marking or colour code).
3. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from
your local dealer or most electrical stockists.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the
same rating (5 amps) and this replacement must be
ASTA or BSI approved to BS1362.
EXTENSION CABLES
If an extension cable is used, the conductors in the
cable MUST be a minimum 1.5mm
2
. Additionally, ensure
the cable is completely unwound from the drum.

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USING THE CHARGER
This model is a fully automatic charger (will shut off when
fully charged) for any type of battery up to a capacity
of 15-120AH.
This charger will not charge a totally flat battery, the
battery must be able to supply a minimum of 3 Volts
before charging will commence.
LED’s on the front panel from top to bottom:
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY FROM THE VEHICLE
If the battery is still in the vehicle, ensure the battery
terminals are disconnected from the vehicles electrical
system. Disconnect the negative (EARTH) terminal first,
followed by the positive terminal. (When reconnecting,
do so in reverse order).
GREEN
Battery is fully charged. The charger
may be left connected if required, it
will provide a top up charge as and
when necessary
YELLOW Battery not fully charged, charging will
commence when the charger is
connected to mains power
GREEN Mains supply is ON.
RED Polarity warning, if this lights up the
clamps connected to the battery
should be reversed.

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CONNECT THE CHARGER TO THE BATTERY
1. Connect the red battery clamp to the positive
(+ve) battery terminal.
2. Connect the black clamp to the negative (-ve)
terminal.
• Make sure that both connections are secure and NOT
touching each other.
3. Select the battery type (normal or gel cell) using
the selector switch.
4. Select the charging speed required (trickle
charge or fast charge).
CHARGE THE BATTERY
1. Plug in the charger and switch ON at the mains
supply to commence charging.
• When charging is complete, the green Fully Charged
LED will light up.
The charger may be left
connected, it will monitor the battery and
provide a top up charge when necessary.
DISCONNECTING THE CHARGER
1. Switch OFF at the mains supply
• Remove the black clamp from the negative (-ve)
terminal first,
• Then remove the red clamp from the positive (+ve)
terminal.
2. Reconnect the battery to the vehicle.

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SAFETY FEATURES
Whenever a fault condition exists, the circuitry
automatically disengages the normal operation of the
charger.
THERMAL OVERLOAD
The thermal overload protector provides a safeguard
against an excessively large charging current being
drawn by the battery for prolonged periods.
SHORT CIRCUIT
The charger is fully protected against short circuits, i.e.
the clamps coming into contact, directly or indirectly
when the unit is switched ON. If a short circuit happens,
the charger will switch off, and return to normal after
one or two minutes.
REVERSE POLARITY
The charger is fully protected against the possibility of the
clamps being incorrectly connected. If the
Polarity
Warning LED illuminates the clamps connected to
the battery should be reversed.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model AC80
Input Voltage 230V @ ~50Hz
Battery Voltage: 12V
Rated charging current:
(DC)
2.5A (Trickle),
5.6A (Fast)
IP Rating: IP20
Minimum battery size:
(Ah/CCA)
15 (Ah/CCA)
Maximum battery size:
(Ah/CCA)
120 (Ah/CCA)
Operating Temperature
Range: (°C)
-10 to 45°C
Compatible battery
types:
Lead acid/ gel
including MF (Sealed)
and Leisure batteries
Dimensions (D x W x H) 100 x 180 x 230 mm
Weight (kg) 2.8
Part Number 6266315