Energic Plus RX User manual

BATTERY CHARGER
BATTERY CHARGER
RX
RX
USER'S MANUAL
USER'S MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
· GENERAL 4
· 1. Introduction....................................................................................................... 4
· 2. Safety instructions and warnings...................................................................... 5
· RX SINGLEPHASE 7
· 3. Description........................................................................................................ 7
· 4. Installation........................................................................................................ 8
· 5. Operation........................................................................................................ 11
· RX THREEPHASE 14
· . Description...................................................................................................... 14
· 7. Installation...................................................................................................... 15
· 8. Operation........................................................................................................ 18
· TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 21
· SPARE PARTS LIST 24

Battery Charger RX
User's Manual
GENERAL
1 Introduction
This manual contains instructions and suggestions for the users of Energic plus RX battery
chargers Before to install, use or repair the charger, it's necessary to read and understand this
manual completely
It’s recommended to keep the manual in good condition for all the lifetime of the charger It
should be kept in a dry and clean place, always available to the users
Throughout this manual, the following special annotations have been used to indicate important
information
RESPONSIBILITY DISCLAIMER
The manufacturer of the Energic plus RX battery charger will not be responsible for damages
and/or injuries caused by the charger in these situations:
•The charger is not installed properly by a qualified electrician;
•Maintenance operations are not done by a qualified electrician;
•The charger is not used according to the instructions included in this manual;
•The charger is not connected to the correct input supply (see data label on the box);
•The battery is damaged during the charge;
•The charger has been modified without the authorization of the manufacturer;
•Non-original spare parts are used in the charger;
•Wrong spare parts are used in the charger
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WARNING !
Gives important information regarding
possible personal injury
CAUTION !
Gives important information regarding
possible equipment damage
NOTE
Gives additional information and tips concerning
important procedures and features of the charger

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2. Sa ety instructions and warnings
GENERAL
Battery chargers can cause injury or death, or damage to other equipment or property, if the user
does not strictly observe all safety rules and take precautionary actions
Safe practices must be learned through study and training before using this equipment
Only qualified personnel should install, use, or service this battery charger
SHOCK PREVENTION
Bare conductors, or terminals in the output circuit, or ungrounded, electrically-live equipments
can fatally shock a person To protect against shock, have competent electrician verify that the
equipment is adequately grounded and learn what terminals and parts are electrically HOT
The body’s electrical resistance is decreased when wet, permitting dangerous current to flow
through the body Do not work in damp area without being extremely careful Stand on dry
rubber mat or dry wood and use insulating gloves when dampness or sweat cannot be avoided
Keep clothing dry
INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING – Electrical equipment must be installed and mantained in
accordance with all the applicable national and local codes
A power disconnect switch must be located at the equipment Check the data label for voltage
and phase requirements If only 3-phase power is available, connect single-phase equipment to
ONLY TWO WIRES of the 3-phase line
DO NOT CONNECT the equipment grounding conductor to the third live wire of the 3-phase line
as this makes the equipment frame electrically HOT, which can cause a fatal shock
If a grounding conductor is part of the power supply cable, be sure to connect it to a properly
grounded switch box or building ground If not part of the supply cable, use a separate
grounding conductor Don’t remove a ground prong from any plug Use correct mating
receptacles Check ground for electrical continuity before using equipment
The grounding conductor must be of a size equal to or larger than the size recommended by
Code or this manual
CHARGING LEADS – Inspect leads often for damage to the insulation Replace or repair cracked
or worn leads immediately Use leads having sufficient capacity to carry the operating current
without overheating
Never extend the charging leads without prior approval of the manufacturer Extending the
charging leads without prior approval of the manufacturer may cause wrong operation of the
charger and voids the warranty
BATTERY TERMINALS – Do not touch battery terminals while equipment is operating
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE – Shut OFF all power at the disconnect switch or line breaker
BEFORE inspecting, adjusting, or servicing the equipment Lock switch OPEN (or remove line
fuses) so that the power cannot be turned ON accidentally
Disconnect power to equipment if it is to be left unattended or out of service
Disconnect battery from charger
Measure voltage on capacitors and, if there is any voltage reading, wait 5 minutes before to
proceed
Keep inside parts clean and dry Dirt and/or moisture can cause insulation failure This failure
can result in high voltage at the charger output
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BURN AND BODILY INJURY PREVENTION
The battery produces very high currents when short circuited, and will burn the skin severely if
in contact with any metal conductor that is carrying this current
Do not permit rings on fingers to come in contact with battery terminals or the cell connectors
on top of the battery
Battery acid is very corrosive Alwais wear correct eye and body protection when near batteries
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION
When batteries are being recharged, they generate hydrogen gas that is explosive in certain
concentrations in air (the flammability or explosive limits are 4 1% to 72% hydrogen in air) The
spark-retarding vents help slow the rate of release of hydrogen, but the escaping hydrogen may
form an explosive atmosphere around the battery if ventilation is poor
The ventilation system should be designed to provide an adequate amount of fresh air for the
number of batteries being charged This is essential to prevent an explosion
Always keep sparks, flames, burning cigarettes, and other sources of ignition away from the
battery recharging area Do not break "live" circuits at the terminals of batteries Do not lay tools
or anything that is metallic on top of any battery
To prevent arcing and burning of the connector contacts, be sure the charger is OFF before
connecting or disconnecting the battery The digital display must be completely OFF
MEDICAL AND FIRST AID TREATMENT
First aid facilities and a qualified first aid person should be available for each shift for immediate
treatment of electrical shock victims
EMERGENCY FIRST AID: Call phisician and ambulance immediately and use First Aid techniques
recommended by the American Red Cross
In case of acid in the eyes, flush very well with clean water and obtain professional medical
attention immediately
EQUIPMENT WARNING LABELS
Inspect all precautionary labels on the equipment
Order and replace all labels that cannot be easily read
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DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN BE FATAL
If person is unconscious and electric shock is suspected, do not touch person if he or she is in
contact with charging equipment, battery, charging leads, or other live electrical parts
Disconnect power at wall switch and then use First Aid
Dry wood, wooden broom, and other insulating material can be used to move cables, if
necessary, away from person
IF BREATHING IS DIFFICULT, give oxygen
IF NOT BREATHING, BEGIN ARTIFICIAL BREATHING, such as mouth-to-mouth
IF PULSE IS ABSENT, BEGIN ARTIFICIAL CIRCULATION, such as external heart massage

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RX SINGLEPHASE
3. Description
Energic plus RX battery chargers have been designed to charge Pb batteries
These units can convert the AC input voltage to a DC voltage at the correct level, in order to
charge the battery cells
These are the principal devices included in the charger, available to the user:
•External box;
•Led control panel;
•Main switch (0-1);
•No 2 Cables for battery connection;
•No 1 Cable for main supply connection;
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4. Installation o the charger
Conditions of use:
•Operating temperature: 5°C to 45°C
•Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C
•Relative humidity: less than 75%
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CAUTION !
The charger can be installed by qualified personnel only
NOTE
This unit operates on 220-230-240 V AC, 50Hz
Check that the unit's operating voltage is identical to your local power supply
Check that the unit's maximum input power is available from your power supply
CAUTION !
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture
Do not use the unit in presence of flammable gas, because it can be generate sparks
CAUTION !
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only
CAUTION !
Allow adeguate air circolation to prevent internal heat buildup
Do not place the unit near materials that may block the ventilation slots
Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock

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INTERNAL VIEW OF THE CHARGER
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NOTE
Check the efficiency of earth circuitry (yellow/green cable);
Connect the charger to the mains using an adeguate plug, with pushbutton and fuses;
Use an adeguate plug to connect the charger to the battery

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION OF THE CHARGER
•Check the efficiency of earth circuitry (yellow/green wire);
•Connect the charger to the mains using an adeguate plugs, with pushbutton and fuses;
•Use an adeguate plug to connect the charger to the battery;
AC INPUT VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT
•Disconnect the charger from main supply and
battery;
•Open the cabinet;
•Locate the plugs (transformer taps) for AC input
voltage adjustment;
•Disconnect the wire A from the original (default
position = 2);
•Connect the wire A to the desidered position
Check the table to find the correct position;
•Close the cabinet;
•Connect the charger to main supply
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CAUTION !
These settings can be done by qualified personnel only
For more information please contact the manifacturer

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5 Operation
PRELIMINARY CONTROLS
•Inspect the charger completey for loose screws, electrical connections or other damages;
•Check that all the ventilation slots are not obstructed to assure proper air flow;
•Make sure that the charger is installed as instructed in this manual and in accordance with
any applicable national or local norm
•Set the main switch to position “0”;
•Connect the charger to the battery;
When the battery is correctly connected, the LEDs on the control panel start to flash alternately
LED CONTROL PANEL
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START OF THE CHARGE
The charger can be turned on only when the battery is correctly connected.
The charge can start in two ways, depending by the position of the main switch .
(When the charge is complete, the user may disconnect the battery from the charger to start
working, without turning the main switch to position “0”. This is not a problem, because the
charger, when the battery is re-connected, will start the charge after a few seconds, to a oid
sparks between contactors ).
If the main switch is set on “0”, when the battery is connected the LEDs on the control panel flash
alternately.
Now, to start the charge, it’s necessary to set the main switch to position “1”.
If the main switch is already in position “1”, the charge starts after about 5 seconds of delay.
When the charge is started, the second LED “CHARGE ON” will flash at frequency of about 1 second.
CHARGE OPERATIONS
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WARNING !
When the charge is started, check that the LED “CHARGE ON” is flashing at
frequency of about 1 second This control is useful to be sure that the electronic
control is working correctly
WARNING !
ENERGIC Plus RX chargers are programmed to do a complete cycle of charge,
however it’s recommended to survey the operations when the battery must remain
connected to the charger for more than 12 hours (example: week-ends)
NOTE
The operations described in this chapter are done by
ENERGIC Plus RX chargers automatically

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CHARGE CYCLE
The current of charge follows the Wa curve, as described in the DIN 41774 norm, while the LED
“CHARGE ON” continuously flashes.
After some hours, depending by the conditions of the battery, when the battery’s voltage reaches the
value of “gassing” (2,4 Volt per cell), the LED “FINAL CHARGE” starts to flash and the charge
continues.
After three hours the charge is completed, and the LED “STOP” is turned on. At this point the
equalization cycle starts.
If the charge is not normally completed within 12 hours, the electronic control stops the charger, the LED
“EMERGENCY STOP” is turned on and the equalization cycle is excluded. If this happens it’s
necessary to check the conditions of charger and battery before starting another charge cycle
EQUALIZATION
When a battery is new, all the cells are virtually in the same condition. After the first cycle of charge-
discharge, it's possible to measure small differences of voltage between the cells. These little
differences between cells, in the next charge-discharge cycles, are more and more emphasized. This
process reduces the performance of the battery and its life.
The EQUALIZATION function, performed by ENERGIC Plus RX chargers, has been developed to keep
all the cells of the battery at the same level, even after years of continuous work.
Equalization is performed by giving extra charge cycles of 30 minutes every 15,5 hours.
During extra charge cycles the LEDs “ FINAL CHARGE” and “STOP” flash alternately.
The equalization function starts with a pause of 15,5 hours, it is then performed when the battery
remains connected to the charger for more than about 24 hours (example: week-ends).
The electronic control of the charger measures only the time of effective charge so, even after one or
more main supply black-outs, the charge cycle re-starts from the point of interruption.
The electronic control is reset only when the battery is disconnected.
END OF CHARGE
When the battery is completely charged the charger is turned off and the LED “STOP” is turned on.
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WARNING !
Before disconnecting the battery, check it is not being charged If it is charging
turn off the charger using the main switch, to avoid sparks between connectors

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RX THREEPHASE
6. Description
Energic plus RX battery chargers have been designed to charge Pb batteries
These units can convert the AC input voltage to a DC voltage at the correct level, in order to
charge the battery cells
These are the principal devices included in the charger, available to the user:
•External box;
•Led control panel;
•STOP pushbutton;
•No 2 Cables for battery connection;
•No 1 Cable for main supply connection;
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7. Installation
Conditions of use:
•Operating temperature: 5°C to 45°C
•Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C
•Relative humidity: less than 75%
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CAUTION !
The charger can be installed by qualified personnel only
NOTE
This unit operates on threephase AC input, 380 Vac, 50Hz
Check that the unit's operating voltage is identical to your local power supply
Check that the unit's maximum input power is available from your power supply
CAUTION !
Allow adeguate air circolation to prevent internal heat buildup
Do not place the unit near materials that may block the ventilation slots
Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock
CAUTION !
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only
CAUTION !
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture
Do not use the unit in presence of flammable gas, because it can be generate sparks

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INTERNAL VIEW OF THE CHARGER
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NOTE
Check the efficiency of earth circuitry (yellow/green cable);
Connect the charger to the mains using an adeguate plug, with pushbutton and fuses;
Use an adeguate plug to connect the charger to the battery

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION OF THE CHARGER
•Check the efficiency of earth circuitry (yellow/green wire);
•Connect the charger to the mains using an adeguate plugs, with pushbutton and fuses;
•Use an adeguate plug to connect the charger to the battery
AC INPUT VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT
•Disconnect the charger from main supply and
battery;
•Open the cabinet;
•Find the plugs for tension setting;
•Disconnect the wire A from the original plug
(position 2);
•Connect the wire A to the desidered position
Check the table to find the correct position;
•Close the cabinet;
•Connect the charger to main supply
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CAUTION !
These settings can be done by qualified personnel only
For more information please contact the manifacturer

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8. Operation
PRELIMINARY CONTROLS
•Inspect the charger completey for loose screws, electrical connections or other damages;
•Check that all the ventilation slots are not obstructed to assure proper air flow;
•Make sure that the charger is installed as instructed in this manual and in accordance with
any applicable national or local norm
LED CONTROL PANEL
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START OF THE CHARGE
The charger can be turned on only when the battery is correctly connected.
CHARGE OPERATIONS
When the battery is connected, the charger turns on automatically in 5 seconds and the LED
“CHARGE ON” starts to flash
If the main supply is not present, all the control LEDs (except the “BATTERY CONNECTION”
LED) starts to flash alternately
START OF THE CHARGE
When the charge is started, check that the LED “CHARGE ON” is flashing at frequency of about
1 second This control is useful to be sure that the electronic control is working correctly
Energic Plus RX chargers are programmed to do a complete cycle of charge, however it’s
recommended to survey the operations when the battery must remain connected to the charger
for more than 12 hours (example: week-ends)
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WARNING !
When the charge is started, check that the LED “CHARGE ON” is flashing at
frequency of about 1 second This control is useful to be sure that the electronic
control is working correctly

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CHARGE OPERATIONS
•The maximum time allowed to reach the gassing voltage is 12 hours If the battery doesn’t
reach the gassing voltage within 12 hours the charger stops and the LED “EMERGENCY
STOP” lights on and the EQUALIZATION is excluded
•When the battery reaches the gassing voltage, the LED “FINAL CHARGE” starts to flash,
together with the LED “CHARGE ON”, and the charge continues for 3 hours
•If the battery is disconnected, the charger turns off in 3 seconds and the charge process is
completely reset
•When a battery is re-connected, the charger turns on automatically and the charge starts
from the beginning
•If, during the charge or equalization, there are one or more black-outs of the mains, the
microprocessor keeps in memory the state of the charge and, when the power supply is
available again, the charge re-starts from the exact point of interruption
•When the charge is complete, the charger goes in stand-by mode for 15hours 30minutes,
before to proceed with the equalization, therefore the equalization will be executed only when
the charger remains connected for more than 24hours (normally in the weekend)
•The equalization consists in 4 small charge cycles (30 minutes long), with 15hours and 30
minutes of interval between each cycle During extra charge cycles the LEDs “ FINAL
CHARGE” and “STOP-100%” flash alternately
END OF CHARGE
When the battery is completely charged the charger is turned off and the LED “STOP – 100%”
continues to flash
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NOTE
The operations described in this chapter are done by ENERGIC Plus RX chargers
automatically
WARNING !
Before disconnecting the battery, make sure that it is not being charged If it is being
charged, turn off the charger using the STOP pushbutton, to avoid sparks between
connectors