Green Energy GECI User manual

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GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER USER’S MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE CHARGER OR BATTERY.
1. Installation and Service operations can be done by qualified personnel only.
2. To prevent the risk of electric shock, don’t touch uninsulated portions of the Black Diamond Charger
and the Battery.
3. Remove AC input before to disconnect the battery.
4. The charger is suitable for indoor installation, in ambients with abundant ventilation.
5. Don’t use the charger near flammable materials.
6. DO NOT obstruct the ventilation slots and leave sufficient free space around the unit.
7. DO NOT expose the charger to liquids or excessive dust.
8. Check the conditions of cables and accessories on a regular basis, and replace them immediately if
they get damaged.
9. DO NOT extend the battery cables. Replace them, if necessary, with cables of the same type, length,
section and insulation as the original ones.
10. During the installation of the charger, make sure to connect the EARTH conductor properly,
and respect all the applicable Safety Standards.
11. DO NOT modify any part of the charger. Any modification, applied without written authorization of the
manufacturer, may generate unsafe operating conditions and will void the warranty.
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GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER DESCRIPTION
The Black Diamond Charger is suitable to charge lead-acid motive batteries.
The operation is completely automatic, and it’s managed by a microprocessor control system, composed by a
Main Control Board, installed inside of the charger, and an optional wireless Battery Identification Module (WBM),
that is permanently connected to the battery.
The AR-TOP has two, selectable charging curves (Wa and WSa).
Wa: typical charge time 10-12 hours
typical start rate 15-18% of the battery capacity C/5
WSa: typical charge time 7-8 hours
typical start rate 23-26% of the battery capacity C/5
The power conversion system of the Black Diamond and its optimized charging algorithm help to reduce the charging factor
to the minimum value, so the duration of the overcharge/gassing phase and the average temperature of the battery are
minimized.
The Black Diamond Charger is equipped with a built-in Real-Time Clock, which allows the user to program the desired start
time of the day, the full charge time window and to schedule the weekly equalize cycles.
It is possible to connect the charger to the Fleet Management System DoctorFleet.com, which allows to monitor, program
and configure the complete fleet through a WEB based interface, at any time of the day and from anywhere in the World, to
send automatic messages by email in case of problems.
The Black Diamond charger features an extensive set of advanced functionalities, including an automatic algorithm for
the compensation of the voltage drop of the charging leads. These functionalities are programmable through an Advanced
Configuration Menu. Please call your service technician for more details.
The operation is completely automatic, and it’s managed by a microprocessor based control system, composed by a Main
Control Board, installed inside of the charger, and an optional wireless Battery Identification Module (WBM), that is
permanently connected to the battery.
GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER INSTALLATION
CONDITIONS OF USE:
• Temperature (operation): from 0°C to 50°C.
• Temperature (storage): from –20°C to 60°C.
• Relative Humidity: less than 75 %.
>>>ATTENTION!<<<
The Black Diamond Charger can be installed by qualified personnel only. It’s recommended to control that
the AC input voltage available at the installation site has the right value, and that the power available is
sufficient. The nominal AC input voltages that the charger can accept, and maximum input current and
power are reported on the nameplate of the unit.
In order to prevent fires or electrical shock, don’t expose the Black Diamond Charger to rain or excessive
humidity.
Don’t use the Black Diamond Charger near flammable gas, because it contains components (contactors) that
may generate sparks during their normal operation.
Don’t open the cabinet of the charger. Only qualified personnel can service the unit.
Allow adequate air flow inside of the unit, in order to prevent excessive heat buildup.
Don’t install the unit near materials that may obstruct the air passages, near devices that may generate heat,
under the direct sunlight or in presence of excessive dust or mechanical vibration.

CONNECTION OF THE AC INPUT:
The charger must be connected to the AC input using an adequate cable and plug, with disconnect switch and fuses.
The AC input wires have to be connected to the AC INPUT TERMINAL BLOCK, that is located on the internal panel, just
under the AC input contactor. Make sure to tighten the terminal block screws with the proper torque, and pull each wire
separately in order to verify that they are mounted properly.
AC INPUT VOLTAGE SELECTION 208/240 OR 480 VAC:
The three-phase models may be configured for 208/240 VAC or 480 VAC nominal input voltage.
This selection can be done using the AC INPUT VOLTAGE PRESET BOARD 208-240 or 480 VAC, that is located at the center
of the internal panel, near the terminal blocks for the AC input wires. In addition, it’s necessary to adjust the AC input
connection of the AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER to the proper AC input voltage.
• Disconnect the charger from main supply and battery.
• Remove the plastic protection over the AC INPUT VOLTAGE PRESET BOARD
• Remove the three metal bars.
• Place the metal bars in the required position, with ref to the following pictures.
• Tighten the nuts with the proper torque.
• Apply the plastic protection.
• Connect the charger to main supply.
AC INPUT VOLTAGE SETTINGS
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The charger must be connected to the AC input using an adequate cable and plug, with
disconnect switch and fuses.
The AC input wires have to be connected to the AC INPUT TERMINAL BLOCK, that is
located on the internal panel, just under the AC input contactor.
Make sure to tighten the terminal block screws with the proper torque, and pull each wire
separately in order to verify that they are mounted properly.
AC
I N P U T VO L TAGE SELEC TIO N 208 / 240 or 480 VAC
T he three-phase models may be configured for 208/240 VAC or 480 VAC nominal input
voltage.
This selection can be done using the AC INPUT VOLTAGE PRESET BOARD 208-240 or
480 VAC, that is located at the center of the internal panel, near the terminal blocks for the
AC input wires. In addition, it's necessary to adjust the AC input connection of the
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER to the proper AC input voltage.
• Disconnect the charger from main supply and battery.
• Remove the plastic protection over the AC INPUT VOLTAGE PRESET BOARD
• Remove the three metal bars.
• Place the metal bars in the required position, with ref to the following pictures.
• Tighten the nuts with the proper torque.
• Apply the plastic protection.
• Connect the charger to main supply.
SELECTION B O ARD
IN
POSITIO N
208-240
V AC
SELECTION B
O ARD
IN
POSITIO N
480
V AC
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The charger must be connected to the AC input using an adequate cable and plug, with
disconnect switch and fuses.
The AC input wires have to be connected to the AC INPUT TERMINAL BLOCK, that is
located on the internal panel, just under the AC input contactor.
Make sure to tighten the terminal block screws with the proper torque, and pull each wire
separately in order to verify that they are mounted properly.
AC
I N P U T VO L TAGE SELEC TIO N 208 / 240 or 480 VAC
T he three-phase models may be configured for 208/240 VAC or 480 VAC nominal input
voltage.
This selection can be done using the AC INPUT VOLTAGE PRESET BOARD 208-240 or
480 VAC, that is located at the center of the internal panel, near the terminal blocks for the
AC input wires. In addition, it's necessary to adjust the AC input connection of the
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER to the proper AC input voltage.
• Disconnect the charger from main supply and battery.
• Remove the plastic protection over the AC INPUT VOLTAGE PRESET BOARD
• Remove the three metal bars.
• Place the metal bars in the required position, with ref to the following pictures.
• Tighten the nuts with the proper torque.
• Apply the plastic protection.
• Connect the charger to main supply.
SELECTION B O ARD
IN
POSITIO N
208-240
V AC
SELECTION B
O ARD
IN
POSITIO N
480
V AC
>>>ATTENTION!<<<
The proper setting of the power transformer taps is very important for the correct operation of the BLACK
Diamond chargers.
The POWER TRANSFORMER TAPS and the label with the list of the NOMINAL voltages that are
available are located on the internal panel, in a central position. Depending on the charger model, the number of
available taps may range from 3 to 5.
The following table is referred to the 3 taps version.
• Using an adequate AC-voltmeter, measure the value of the REAL AC input voltage available at the mounting location of
the charger.
• Identify which of the NOMINAL voltage values is closest to the REAL measured value.
• For the singlephase units, the wires to be moved are the TWO that are connected to the AC contactor, marked with the
letter “A”.
• For the threephase units, the wires to be moved are the THREE that are connected to the AC contactors, marked with
the letters “A”, “B” and “C”.
SINGLE PHASE
208-240VAC
1x 240 VAC
1x 220 VAC
1x 208 VAC
THREE PHASE
208-240-480VAC
3x 240 VAC --- 3x 490 VAC
3x 220 VAC --- 3x 480 VAC
3x 208 VAC --- 3x 460 VAC
THREE PHASE
600VAC
3x 610 VAC
3x 600 VAC
3x 575 VAC
1
2
3

GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER
PRELIMINARY PROGRAMMING
PRELIMINARY CONTROLS
Before to proceed with the programming sequence and before to connect a battery, make sure that the GECI™
Black Diamond Charger has been installed by a qualified electrician, according with the instructions reported in
this manual. Before to use the charger, it’s necessary to control that the ventilation slots are not obstructed, and
that all the safety precautions reported in this manual are respected.
GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER PROGRAMMING
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4 . P R OG RAMM I NG
PR ELI M I NAR Y C O N T R OLS
Before to proceed with the programming sequence and before to connect a battery, make
sure that the Black Charger has been installed by a qualified electrician, according with the
instructions reported in this manual.
Before to use the charger, it's necessary to control that the ventilation slots are not
obstructed, and that all the safety precautions reported in this manual are respected.
GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER STARTUP SEQUENCE
Turn on the charger by moving the main switch to position “1”.
The charger will perform an automatic test of the control circuits, and will wait for a random delay on start.
The display will visualize the following messages.
1
2
3
>>>ATTENTION!<<<
Before to program the charger, disconnect the battery. This condition is necessary in order to activate the
User Programming Mode. Only expert users should modify the settings of the charger.
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ST AR T U P SEQ UENC E
Turn on the charger by moving the main switch to position “1”.
The charger will perform an automatic test of the control circuits, and will wait for a random
delay on start.
The display will visualize the following messages.
IBCI BLACK
DIAMOND
SYSTEM CHECK
PLEASE WAIT ...
SYSTEM READY
xxx V – xxx A
SYSTEM READY
DATE TIME
USER PR OG RAMM I N G M O D E
A TTE N TIO N!
Before to program the charger, disconnect the b attery .
This condition is necessary in order to activate the User Programming Mod e .
Only expert users should modify the settings of the c h ar g er .

HOW TO ACTIVATE USER PROGRAMMING MODE
· Press the button DOWN and keep it pressed for 3 seconds.
The display will show the message:
· Enter the Password UP-DOWN-UP-DOWN-UP
The display will show the message:
HOW TO MODIFY A VALUE
• Scroll between the programmable values using the UP/DOWN buttons.
• In order to modify a value, press ENTER and keep it pressed for 2 seconds, until the cursor will start blinking over
the value that can be modified.
• Modify the value using the UP/DOWN buttons.
• Confirm the modified value by pressing ENTER for 2 seconds, until the cursor will disappear. At this point the new
value will be saved.
HOW TO RETURN TO NORMAL MODE
• Press the buttons UP and DOWN simultaneously.
PARAMETER 1: NOMINAL OUTPUT VOLTAGE
Programmable values: 12-24-36-48-72-80-96-120 Volts
Default value: Nominal voltage of the charger
NOTE: This parameter should be changed only after replacing the control board of the charger.
PARAMETER 2: NOMINAL CHARGING CURRENT
Programmable values: From 10 to 400 Amps
Default value: Nominal output current of the charger
NOTE: This parameter should be changed only after replacing the control board of the charger.
PARAMETER 3: GASSING VOLTAGE
Programmable values: from 2.35 to 2.50 V/Cell
Default value: 2.40 V/cell
NOTE: This charging algorithm of the Black charger is adaptive, so it’s capable of adjusting the charging curve even if the
gassing voltage of the battery deviates significantly from the programmed value. For this reason, this parameter should be
modified only when using non-standard batteries, or if the operating temperature is extremely low or high.
When a battery temperature probe (optional) is connected, the charger compensate the gassing voltage VS temperature of
the electrolyte.
PARAMETER 4: MAXIMUM VOLTAGE
Programmable values: from 2.40 to 2.80 V/Cell, or DISABLED
Default value: 2.80 V/cell
NOTE: This parameter sets a maximum limit for the cell voltage. If this limit is reached, the charge is terminated and a
specific error message is given.
GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER ACTIVATE PROGRAM MODE
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HOW TO ACTIVATE USER PROGRAMMING MODE
• Press the button DOWN and keep it pressed for 3 seconds
The display will show the message:
EDIT PASSWORD
• Enter the Password UP-DOWN-UP-DOWN-UP
The display will show the message:
MOD. USER
HOW TO MODIFY A VALUE
• Scroll between the programmable values using the UP/DOWN buttons.
• In order to modify a value, press ENTER and keep it pressed for 2 seconds, until
the cursor will start blinking over the value that can be modified.
• Modify the value using the UP/DOWN buttons.
• Confirm the modified value by pressing ENTER for 2 seconds, ultil the cursor will
disappear. At this point the new value will be saved.
HOW TO RETURN TO NORMAL MODE
• Press the buttons UP and DOWN simultaneously.
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HOW TO ACTIVATE USER PROGRAMMING MODE
• Press the button DOWN and keep it pressed for 3 seconds
The display will show the message:
EDIT PASSWORD
• Enter the Password UP-DOWN-UP-DOWN-UP
The display will show the message:
MOD. USER
HOW TO MODIFY A VALUE
• Scroll between the programmable values using the UP/DOWN buttons.
• In order to modify a value, press ENTER and keep it pressed for 2 seconds, until
the cursor will start blinking over the value that can be modified.
• Modify the value using the UP/DOWN buttons.
• Confirm the modified value by pressing ENTER for 2 seconds, ultil the cursor will
disappear. At this point the new value will be saved.
HOW TO RETURN TO NORMAL MODE
• Press the buttons UP and DOWN simultaneously.

PARAMETER 5: PULSING MODE
Programmable values:
A) WSa - Automatic Algorithm [7-8 hours] [I=22-26% of C]
B) Wa – Finishing Charge 2 Hours [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
C) Wa – Finishing Charge 3 Hours [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
D) Wa – Finishing Charge 4 Hours [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
E) Wa – Finishing Charge 5 Hours [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
F) Wa – Finishing Charge 6 Hours [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
G) Wa – Finishing Charge Proportional 25% [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
H) Wa – Finishing Charge Proportional 33% [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
I) Wa – Finishing Charge Proportional 50% [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
J) Wa – Finishing Charge Proportional 66% [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
K) Wa – Finishing Charge Proportional 75% [10-12 hours] [I=15-26% of C]
Default value: Usually specified at the order. If not specified, default value is D).
Notes: This parameter allows to adjust the finishing rate of the charger, depending on the matching Current VS Capacity
that has been chosen at the order. The proper setting of this parameter is useful to maximize the electrical efficiency of the
system, and to minimize the temperature rise of the battery during the finishing charge.
EXAMPLE 1: If the battery capacity is 600 Ah and the time available for charging it is 10-12 hours, the recommended
Black Diamond charger should have a nominal current of 100A ( ~16% of C), and the default curve D
(Wa Finishing charge 4 hours) will be correct.
EXAMPLE 2: If the battery capacity is 420 Ah and the time available for charging it is 7-8 hours, the recommended
Black Diamond charger should have a nominal current of 100A ( ~25% of C), and it should be programmed to operate
with charge charging curve A (WSa – Automatic Algorithm).
EXAMPLE 3: If the battery capacity is 720 Ah and the time available for charging it is 7-8 hours, the recommended
Black Diamond charger should have a nominal current of 120A ( ~16% of C), and the default curve D
(Wa Finishing charge 4 hours) will be correct.
PARAMETER 6: EQUALIZE INTENSITY
Programmable values: from 1 to 8 hours
Default value: 2 hours
NOTE: This parameter allows to adjust the duration of the weekly Equalize cycle. In most of the cases the default value
of 2 hours works well, but sometimes it can be useful to modify this setting, depending on the status of the battery and on
the operating cycle.
IMPORTANT: The battery will be equalized only during the programmed time window (See parameters 10 and 11). If the
Equalize time window is not set, or it’s set too short, the battery will not receive a sufficient Equalize.
PARAMETER 7: DATE AND TIME
Programmable values: Day/Month/Year, Hour/Minute
Default value: Eastern Time (GMT-5)
NOTE: It’s fundamental to keep the Real Time Clock set to the correct date and time, in order to use all the time base functions.
It’s necessary to adjust the Clock manually in Daylight saving time periods.
The Charger calculates the Day of the Week automatically.
PARAMETER 8: START TIME WINDOW
Programmable values: From 00.00 to 23:59
Default value: From 00.00 to 23:59
NOTE: This parameter sets a time window during the day in which the charger is allowed to start a new charge cycle.
If a battery is connected outside of this time window, the charger will remain in stand-by mode until the programmed Start
time will be reached. Once the charge cycle has begun, this time window is not considered anymore.

PARAMETER 9 AND 10: EQUALIZE TIME WINDOW
Programmable values: Any day, from 00.00 to 23:59
Default value: From SATURDAY at 12.00 to SUNDAY at 22.00
NOTE: These parameters set a time window during the week in which the charger is allowed to fully charge and Equalize
the battery. It’s recommended to set a minimum Equalize time of 12 hours after the normal completion of the charge cycle.
PARAMETER 11: WBM ENABLE
Programmable values: Enabled, Disabled, Optional
Default value: Disabled
NOTE: This parameter sets the operation of the charger with the Wireless Battery Identification module WBM (optional).
Three different operating modes are selectable.
Enabled: When a battery is connected, the charger establishes a communication with the WBM and uses the information
stored into the WBM to optimize the charge cycle.
Only batteries with WBM installed and properly configured will be charged!
Disabled: The communication of the charger with WBMs is disabled, and any battery (with correct voltage) will be charged.
Optional: When a battery is connected, the charger tries to establish a communication with the WBM.
If a WBM is found, it’s used to optimize the charge cycle and to add the battery ID tag on the charge history log.
If a WBM is not found, the battery will be charged anyway.
PARAMETER 12: WIRED IP ADDRESS RS-485
Programmable values: 1 to 254
Default value: 1
NOTE: This parameter sets the IP address of the charger, when it’s connected to a wired DoctorFleet.com management
network.
PARAMETER 13: RESET WIRELESS
Programmable values: Disabled / Try Search.NET
Default value: Disabled
NOTE: This parameter is used during the setup procedure of a wireless DoctorFleet.com management network.
PARAMETER 14: TEST WIRELESS
Programmable values: Disabled / Try Send Test.
Default value: Disabled
NOTE: This parameter is used during the setup procedure of a wireless DoctorFleet.com management network.

GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER OPERATION
CONNECTION OF THE BATTERY, AUTOMATIC START
Connect the Battery to the charger, using a connector of adequate
size. When the battery is correctly connected, the charger visualizes
the following message:
WIRELESS CONNECTION TO BATTERY IDENTIFICATION MODULE (OPTIONAL)
If the Battery Identification Module is enabled, a few seconds after
the connection of the battery, the charger will try to establish a
wireless connection. And the display will visualize the message:
When the wireless connection is active the charger is ready to start
the charging cycle. The display visualizes the message:
At this point, the battery information are transferred to the charger
and are visualized on the display. The charger is now ready to start.
Depending on the programmed start time window (Parameter 8),
the charger may enter in stand-by mode, and the display visualizes
the message:
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and
(hh.mm)B represents the programmed start time.
When the charge begins, the display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO HIGH
If the battery voltage is higher than a maximum threshold, the
charge will not start and the display visualizes the message:
If this message appears, it’s recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage matches the nominal voltage of
the charger. Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW
If the battery voltage is lower than a minimum threshold, the charge
will not start and the display visualizes the message:
If this message appears, it’s recommended to verify that the nominal
battery voltage matches the nominal voltage of the charger. Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
It’s also possible that the battery has been deeply discharged, bringing the voltage below the minimum value
required for the automatic start the charge. In this case, it’s possible to start the charge manually, by pushing
the button DOWN for 5 seconds.
CHARGE CYCLE
When the preliminary controls are complete, the charge starts automatically, and the display visualizes the following
information:
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Charging Current [Amps]
• Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Capacity Returned [Ah]
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5 . OPE RAT I ON
C O NNEC TIO N OF T H E BA TT ER Y, AU TO MA TI C ST AR T
Connect the Battery to the charger, using a connector of adequate size.
When the battery is correctly connected, the charger visualizes the following message:
BATTERY
CONNECTED
WIRELESS CONNECTION TO BATTERY IDENTIFICATION MODULE (OPTIONAL)
If the Battery Identification Module is enabled, a few seconds after the connection of the
battery, the charger will try to establish a wireless connection. And the display will visualize
the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SEARCHING...
When the wireless connection is active the charger is ready to start the charging cycle. The
display visualizes the message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, the battery information are transferred to the charger and are visualized on the
display.
The charger is now ready to start.
Depending on the programmed start time window (Parameter 8), the charger may enter in
stand-by mode, and the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED START
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
programmed start time.
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5 . OPE RAT I ON
C O NNEC TIO N OF T H E BA TT ER Y, AU TO MA TI C ST AR T
Connect the Battery to the charger, using a connector of adequate size.
When the battery is correctly connected, the charger visualizes the following message:
BATTERY
CONNECTED
WIRELESS CONNECTION TO BATTERY IDENTIFICATION MODULE (OPTIONAL)
If the Battery Identification Module is enabled, a few seconds after the connection of the
battery, the charger will try to establish a wireless connection. And the display will visualize
the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SEARCHING...
When the wireless connection is active the charger is ready to start the charging cycle. The
display visualizes the message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, the battery information are transferred to the charger and are visualized on the
display.
The charger is now ready to start.
Depending on the programmed start time window (Parameter 8), the charger may enter in
stand-by mode, and the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED START
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
programmed start time.
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5 . OPE RAT I ON
C O NNEC TIO N OF T H E BA TT ER Y, AU TO MA TI C ST AR T
Connect the Battery to the charger, using a connector of adequate size.
When the battery is correctly connected, the charger visualizes the following message:
BATTERY
CONNECTED
WIRELESS CONNECTION TO BATTERY IDENTIFICATION MODULE (OPTIONAL)
If the Battery Identification Module is enabled, a few seconds after the connection of the
battery, the charger will try to establish a wireless connection. And the display will visualize
the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SEARCHING...
When the wireless connection is active the charger is ready to start the charging cycle. The
display visualizes the message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, the battery information are transferred to the charger and are visualized on the
display.
The charger is now ready to start.
Depending on the programmed start time window (Parameter 8), the charger may enter in
stand-by mode, and the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED START
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
programmed start time.
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5 . OPE RAT I ON
C O NNEC TIO N OF T H E BA TT ER Y, AU TO MA TI C ST AR T
Connect the Battery to the charger, using a connector of adequate size.
When the battery is correctly connected, the charger visualizes the following message:
BATTERY
CONNECTED
WIRELESS CONNECTION TO BATTERY IDENTIFICATION MODULE (OPTIONAL)
If the Battery Identification Module is enabled, a few seconds after the connection of the
battery, the charger will try to establish a wireless connection. And the display will visualize
the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SEARCHING...
When the wireless connection is active the charger is ready to start the charging cycle. The
display visualizes the message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, the battery information are transferred to the charger and are visualized on the
display.
The charger is now ready to start.
Depending on the programmed start time window (Parameter 8), the charger may enter in
stand-by mode, and the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED START
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
programmed start time.
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When the charge begins, the display visualizes the message:
PREPARING
TO CHARGE
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO HIGH
If the battery voltage is higher than a maximum threshold, the charge will not start and the
display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE
TOO HIGH !!!
If this message appears, it's recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage
matches the nominal voltage of the charger. Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW
If the battery voltage is lower than a minimum threshold, the charge will not start and the
display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE
TOO LOW !!!
If this message appears, it's recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage
matches the nominal voltage of the charger.
Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
It's also possible that the battery has been deeply discharged, bringing the voltage below the
minimum value required for the automatic start the charge.
In this case, it's possible to start the charge manually, by pushing the button DOWN for 5
seconds.
CHAR GE CYC LE
When the preliminary controls are complete, the charge starts automatically, and the display
visualizes the following information:
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Charging Current [Amps]
• Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Capacity Returned [Ah]
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When the charge begins, the display visualizes the message:
PREPARING
TO CHARGE
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO HIGH
If the battery voltage is higher than a maximum threshold, the charge will not start and the
display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE
TOO HIGH !!!
If this message appears, it's recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage
matches the nominal voltage of the charger. Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW
If the battery voltage is lower than a minimum threshold, the charge will not start and the
display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE
TOO LOW !!!
If this message appears, it's recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage
matches the nominal voltage of the charger.
Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
It's also possible that the battery has been deeply discharged, bringing the voltage below the
minimum value required for the automatic start the charge.
In this case, it's possible to start the charge manually, by pushing the button DOWN for 5
seconds.
CHAR GE CYC LE
When the preliminary controls are complete, the charge starts automatically, and the display
visualizes the following information:
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Charging Current [Amps]
• Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Capacity Returned [Ah]
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When the charge begins, the display visualizes the message:
PREPARING
TO CHARGE
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO HIGH
If the battery voltage is higher than a maximum threshold, the charge will not start and the
display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE
TOO HIGH !!!
If this message appears, it's recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage
matches the nominal voltage of the charger. Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW
If the battery voltage is lower than a minimum threshold, the charge will not start and the
display visualizes the message:
BATTERY VOLTAGE
TOO LOW !!!
If this message appears, it's recommended to verify that the nominal battery voltage
matches the nominal voltage of the charger.
Probably a wrong battery has been connected.
It's also possible that the battery has been deeply discharged, bringing the voltage below the
minimum value required for the automatic start the charge.
In this case, it's possible to start the charge manually, by pushing the button DOWN for 5
seconds.
CHAR GE CYC LE
When the preliminary controls are complete, the charge starts automatically, and the display
visualizes the following information:
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Charging Current [Amps]
• Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Capacity Returned [Ah]
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xx.x V xxx A
xxx Ah x.x t
The Black Diamond Charger performs an exclusive charge cycle that is composed by stages
at constant current and stages at pulsed current, with cool down pauses in between.
The management of the charging curve is totally automatic.
Depending on the programming of the Full Charge time window (Parameter 9), when the
battery approaches the gassing voltage the charger may suspend the charge (typical
opportunity charge cycle). In this situation, the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED OVERCH.
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
beginning of the Full Charge / Overcharge time window.
During the cool down pauses, that are normally inserted during the gassing phase, the
display visualizes the message “Cooling”.
xx.x V Cooling
xxx Ah x.x t
E MER G ENC Y STOP
If the battery doesn't reach the gassing voltage within a predetermined time, the charger will
suspend the charge, and it will visualize the message
EMERGENCY STOP
VGAS NOT REACHED
In this case, the charge cannot proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the battery for damaged cells.

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xx.x V xxx A
xxx Ah x.x t
The Black Diamond Charger performs an exclusive charge cycle that is composed by stages
at constant current and stages at pulsed current, with cool down pauses in between.
The management of the charging curve is totally automatic.
Depending on the programming of the Full Charge time window (Parameter 9), when the
battery approaches the gassing voltage the charger may suspend the charge (typical
opportunity charge cycle). In this situation, the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED OVERCH.
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
beginning of the Full Charge / Overcharge time window.
During the cool down pauses, that are normally inserted during the gassing phase, the
display visualizes the message “Cooling”.
xx.x V Cooling
xxx Ah x.x t
E MER G ENC Y STOP
If the battery doesn't reach the gassing voltage within a predetermined time, the charger will
suspend the charge, and it will visualize the message
EMERGENCY STOP
VGAS NOT REACHED
In this case, the charge cannot proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the battery for damaged cells.
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xx.x V xxx A
xxx Ah x.x t
The Black Diamond Charger performs an exclusive charge cycle that is composed by stages
at constant current and stages at pulsed current, with cool down pauses in between.
The management of the charging curve is totally automatic.
Depending on the programming of the Full Charge time window (Parameter 9), when the
battery approaches the gassing voltage the charger may suspend the charge (typical
opportunity charge cycle). In this situation, the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED OVERCH.
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
beginning of the Full Charge / Overcharge time window.
During the cool down pauses, that are normally inserted during the gassing phase, the
display visualizes the message “Cooling”.
xx.x V Cooling
xxx Ah x.x t
E MER G ENC Y STOP
If the battery doesn't reach the gassing voltage within a predetermined time, the charger will
suspend the charge, and it will visualize the message
EMERGENCY STOP
VGAS NOT REACHED
In this case, the charge cannot proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the battery for damaged cells.
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xx.x V xxx A
xxx Ah x.x t
The Black Diamond Charger performs an exclusive charge cycle that is composed by stages
at constant current and stages at pulsed current, with cool down pauses in between.
The management of the charging curve is totally automatic.
Depending on the programming of the Full Charge time window (Parameter 9), when the
battery approaches the gassing voltage the charger may suspend the charge (typical
opportunity charge cycle). In this situation, the display visualizes the message:
DELAYED OVERCH.
(hh.mm)A →(hh.mm)B
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents the
beginning of the Full Charge / Overcharge time window.
During the cool down pauses, that are normally inserted during the gassing phase, the
display visualizes the message “Cooling”.
xx.x V Cooling
xxx Ah x.x t
E MER G ENC Y STOP
If the battery doesn't reach the gassing voltage within a predetermined time, the charger will
suspend the charge, and it will visualize the message
EMERGENCY STOP
VGAS NOT REACHED
In this case, the charge cannot proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the battery for damaged cells.
The Black Diamond Charger performs an exclusive charge cycle that is composed
by stages at constant current and stages at pulsed current, with cool down pauses
in between. The management of the charging curve is totally automatic.
Depending on the programming of the Full Charge time window (Parameter 9), when
the battery approaches the gassing voltage the charger may suspend the charge
(typical opportunity charge cycle). In this situation, the display visualizes the message:
Where (hh.mm)A represents the real time at that moment, and (hh.mm)B represents
the beginning of the Full Charge / Overcharge time window.
During the cool down pauses, that are normally inserted during the gassing phase,
the display visualizes the message “Cooling”.
EMERGENCY STOP
If the battery doesn’t reach the gassing voltage within a predetermined time, the
charger will suspend the charge, and it will visualize the message:
In this case, the charge cannot proceed, and it’s necessary to disconnect the battery.
It’s recommended to control the battery for damaged cells.
AC INPUT BLACK OUT
If there is a black-out of the AC input, while the charge is in progress, the charger
will shut down, while the charge parameters will remain in memory.
When the AC input will be recovered, the charger will restart the charge cycle
automatically, and the display will show the message:
OVERCURRENT PROTECTION
If the AC input voltage is abnormally high and/or the AC input adjustments have not
been done correctly (See Chapter “INSTALLATION”), the charging current may
reach an excessive value.
In this case, the charger will suspend the charge, and the display will visualize
the message:
The charge will not proceed, and it’s necessary to disconnect the battery.
It’s recommended to control the AC input connections of the charger,
as explained in Chapter 3 “INSTALLATION”.
It’s recommended to verify the condition of the battery, as it may have one or more cells in short circuit.
AUTOMATIC STOP
The charger shuts down automatically when the charge is correctly complete, and
it will visualize the message:
At this time it’s possible to disconnect the battery.
EQUALIZE CYCLE – AUTOMATIC (CLOCK MODE)
At the end of the charge, if the battery is left connected to the charger for a sufficient time, the charger activates the
Equalize cycle automatically, based upon the programmed schedule.
If the charge cycle ends outside of the programmed Equalize time window, the charger
remains in stand-by mode, and the display shows the message:
Where DAY and TIME represent the beginning of the programmed Equalize time window.
EQUALIZE CYCLE – MANUAL
During the charging of the battery the operator can scroll the menu of the display, and
he can force a EQ manual cycle at the end of this cycle.
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AC I N P U T B L ACK O U T
If there is a black-out of the AC input, while the charge is in progress, the charger will shut
down, while the charge parameters will remain in memory.
When the AC input will be recovered, the charger will restart the charge cycle automatically,
and the display will show the message:
RESTART AFTER
POWER SUPPLY OFF
O VERCURR E N T PR OT EC TIO N
If the AC input voltage is abnormally high and/or the AC input adjustments have not been
done correctly (See Chapter “INSTALLATION”), the charging current may reach an
excessive value.
In this case, the charger will suspend the charge, and the display will visualize the message:
CURRENT
TOO HIGH
The charge will not proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the AC input connections of the charger, as explained in
Chapter 3 “INSTALLATION”.
It's recommended to verify the condition of the battery, as it may have one or more cells in
short circuit.
AU TO MA TI C STOP D ES AU FL AD E N
The charger shuts down automatically when the charge is correctly complete, and it will
visualize the message:
CHARGE
COMPLETE
At this time it's possible to disconnect the battery.
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AC I N P U T B L ACK O U T
If there is a black-out of the AC input, while the charge is in progress, the charger will shut
down, while the charge parameters will remain in memory.
When the AC input will be recovered, the charger will restart the charge cycle automatically,
and the display will show the message:
RESTART AFTER
POWER SUPPLY OFF
O VERCURR E N T PR OT EC TIO N
If the AC input voltage is abnormally high and/or the AC input adjustments have not been
done correctly (See Chapter “INSTALLATION”), the charging current may reach an
excessive value.
In this case, the charger will suspend the charge, and the display will visualize the message:
CURRENT
TOO HIGH
The charge will not proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the AC input connections of the charger, as explained in
Chapter 3 “INSTALLATION”.
It's recommended to verify the condition of the battery, as it may have one or more cells in
short circuit.
AU TO MA TI C STOP D ES AU FL AD E N
The charger shuts down automatically when the charge is correctly complete, and it will
visualize the message:
CHARGE
COMPLETE
At this time it's possible to disconnect the battery.
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AC I N P U T B L ACK O U T
If there is a black-out of the AC input, while the charge is in progress, the charger will shut
down, while the charge parameters will remain in memory.
When the AC input will be recovered, the charger will restart the charge cycle automatically,
and the display will show the message:
RESTART AFTER
POWER SUPPLY OFF
O VERCURR E N T PR OT EC TIO N
If the AC input voltage is abnormally high and/or the AC input adjustments have not been
done correctly (See Chapter “INSTALLATION”), the charging current may reach an
excessive value.
In this case, the charger will suspend the charge, and the display will visualize the message:
CURRENT
TOO HIGH
The charge will not proceed, and it's necessary to disconnect the battery.
It's recommended to control the AC input connections of the charger, as explained in
Chapter 3 “INSTALLATION”.
It's recommended to verify the condition of the battery, as it may have one or more cells in
short circuit.
AU TO MA TI C STOP D ES AU FL AD E N
The charger shuts down automatically when the charge is correctly complete, and it will
visualize the message:
CHARGE
COMPLETE
At this time it's possible to disconnect the battery.
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EQ UA LIZE C Y C LE – AU TO MA TI C (c lo ck m od e)
At the end of the charge, if the battery is left connected to the charger for a sufficient time,
the charger activates the Equalize cycle automatically, based upon the programmed
schedule.
If the charge cycle ends outside of the programmed Equalize time window, the charger
remains in stand-by mode, and the display shows the message:
DELAYED EQUALIZE
DAY TIME
Where DAY and TIME represent the beginning of the programmed Equalize time window.
EQ UA LIZE C Y C LE – MANUA L
During the charging of the battery the operator can scroll the menu of the display, and he can
force a EQ manual cycle at the end of this cycle.
FORCE MANAUL EQ
ENABLED
DESU LF A TIO N
The operator can every time interrupt the standard charging and enable with a easy
procedure a special desulfation cycle. During the charging the operator can press Enter few
seconds and the display shows a desulfation menu, in this menu the operator can select the
time during of desulfation and the type of restart of desulfation, infact sometimes it is
strategic important to complete a standard charging after a completed desulfation cycle.
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EQ UA LIZE C Y C LE – AU TO MA TI C (c lo ck m od e)
At the end of the charge, if the battery is left connected to the charger for a sufficient time,
the charger activates the Equalize cycle automatically, based upon the programmed
schedule.
If the charge cycle ends outside of the programmed Equalize time window, the charger
remains in stand-by mode, and the display shows the message:
DELAYED EQUALIZE
DAY TIME
Where DAY and TIME represent the beginning of the programmed Equalize time window.
EQ UA LIZE C Y C LE – MANUA L
During the charging of the battery the operator can scroll the menu of the display, and he can
force a EQ manual cycle at the end of this cycle.
FORCE MANAUL EQ
ENABLED
DESU LF A TIO N
The operator can every time interrupt the standard charging and enable with a easy
procedure a special desulfation cycle. During the charging the operator can press Enter few
seconds and the display shows a desulfation menu, in this menu the operator can select the
time during of desulfation and the type of restart of desulfation, infact sometimes it is
strategic important to complete a standard charging after a completed desulfation cycle.

DESULFATION
The operator can every time interrupt the standard charging and enable with a easy procedure a special desulfation
cycle. During the charging the operator can press Enter few seconds and the display shows a desulfation menu, in this menu
the operator can select the time during of desulfation and the type of restart of desulfation, in fact sometimes it is
strategic important to complete a standard charging after a completed desulfation cycle.
REFRESH-MAINTENANCE
This function is useful to keep the battery in perfect condition when it’s not used for an long period (weeks, months, ...).
It is sufficient to leave the battery connected to the charger. After a normal termination of the charge and the equalize cycle,
the control board will activate the charger automatically for 15 minutes of refresh charge every day.
While the charger waits before to activate a Refresh cycle, the display shows the messages:
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Nr of Refresh cycles already given to the battery
• Total Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Total Capacity Returned [Ah]
During cycle Refresh, the display shows the same set of information that are visualized during the normal charge cycle.
DISCONNECTION OF THE BATTERY DURING THE CHARGE
The charger will suspend the charge and the display will show the message:
At this time it’s possible to disconnect the battery.
Eventually, the charge can be restarted, by pressing the button UP for 5 seconds.
GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER
PROGRAMMING BATTERY ID MODULE
When a battery ID module is installed on a battery for the first time, it must be initialized and programmed, by following
this procedure. Connect the battery to a AR-TOP charger (the Battery Recognition mode
must be set to BATTERY ID MODULE or OPTIONAL). The AR-TOP charger will establish
a communication with the New Battery ID module, and it will show the message:
At this point, using the UP/DOWN buttons, it’s possible to edit the battery ID information:
• ID Number (8 alphanumeric digits, to be confirmed individually by pressing ENTER for 3 seconds)
• Nominal Voltage
• Capacity
• Type
Once all the parameters are set correctly, push the buttons UP+DOWN Simultaneously
in order to save the data to the ID module. The programming sequence may take up to
3 minutes, while the charger display will show the message:
>>>WARNING !<<<
DON’T DISCONNECT THE BATTERY DURING THE CHARGE. RISK OF EXPLOSION!!!
If it’s necessary to disconnect the battery while it’s being charged, press the button UP for five seconds, in
order to stop the charger manually.
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R EF RESH-MA I N T ENANC E
This function is useful to keep the battery in perfect condition when it's not used for an long
period (weeks, months, ...).
It is sufficient to leave the battery connected to the charger. After a normal termination of the
charge and the equalize cycle, the control board will activate the charger automatically for
15 minutes of refresh charge every day.
While the charger waits before to activate a Refresh cycle, the display shows the messages:
xx.x V R.END NR
xxx Ah x.x t
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Nr of Refresh cycles already given to the battery
• Total Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Total Capacity Returned [Ah]
During cycle Refresh, the display shows the same set of information that are visualized
during the normal charge cycle.
D I SC O NN E C TIO N OF T H E BA TT ER Y DUR I N G T H E CHAR GE
WARNING !
DON'T DISCONNET THE BATTERY DURING THE CHAR
GE.
RISK OF
EXPLOSIO N!!!
I f i t ' s n ecessar y t o di sc onn e c t t h e b attery whil e i t ' s being c h ar g e d, p r ess t h e
bu tt on U P f o r f i ve seco nds, in o r d er t o s t op t h e ch ar g er m anuall y .
The charger will suspend the charge and the display will show the message:
MANUAL
STOP
At this time it's possible to disconnect the battery.
Eventually, the charge can be restarted, by pressing the button UP for 5 seconds.
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5 . P R OG RAMM I NG BAT TE RY I D M O DUL E
When a battery ID module is installed on a battery for the first time, it must be initialized and programmed, by
following this procedure.
Connect the battery to a AR-TOP charger (the Battery Recognition mode must be set to BATTERY ID
MODULE or OPTIONAL).
The AR-TOP charger will establish a communication with the New Battery ID module, and it will show the
message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, using the UP/DOWN buttons, it's possible to edit the battery ID information:
• ID Number (8 alphanumeric digits, to be confirmed
individually by pressing ENTER for 3 seconds)
• Nominal Voltage
• Capacity
• Type
Once all the parameters are set correctly, push the buttons UP+DOWN Simultaneously in order to save the
data to the ID module.
The programming sequence may take up to 3 minutes, while the charger display will show the message:
BATT ID MODULE
PROGRAMMING...
When the programming sequence is completed, the display will show the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SET = OK!
At this point, it's possible to disconnect the battery from the charger.
If the battery is left connected, a charge cycle will be initiated.
The Battery ID Module will keep the information in memory for an unlimited time.
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5 . P R OG RAMM I NG BAT TE RY I D M O DUL E
When a battery ID module is installed on a battery for the first time, it must be initialized and programmed, by
following this procedure.
Connect the battery to a AR-TOP charger (the Battery Recognition mode must be set to BATTERY ID
MODULE or OPTIONAL).
The AR-TOP charger will establish a communication with the New Battery ID module, and it will show the
message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, using the UP/DOWN buttons, it's possible to edit the battery ID information:
• ID Number (8 alphanumeric digits, to be confirmed
individually by pressing ENTER for 3 seconds)
• Nominal Voltage
• Capacity
• Type
Once all the parameters are set correctly, push the buttons UP+DOWN Simultaneously in order to save the
data to the ID module.
The programming sequence may take up to 3 minutes, while the charger display will show the message:
BATT ID MODULE
PROGRAMMING...
When the programming sequence is completed, the display will show the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SET = OK!
At this point, it's possible to disconnect the battery from the charger.
If the battery is left connected, a charge cycle will be initiated.
The Battery ID Module will keep the information in memory for an unlimited time.
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R EF RESH-MA I N T ENANC E
This function is useful to keep the battery in perfect condition when it's not used for an long
period (weeks, months, ...).
It is sufficient to leave the battery connected to the charger. After a normal termination of the
charge and the equalize cycle, the control board will activate the charger automatically for
15 minutes of refresh charge every day.
While the charger waits before to activate a Refresh cycle, the display shows the messages:
xx.x V R.END NR
xxx Ah x.x t
• Battery Voltage [Volt]
• Nr of Refresh cycles already given to the battery
• Total Time of Charge [hours.minutes]
• Total Capacity Returned [Ah]
During cycle Refresh, the display shows the same set of information that are visualized
during the normal charge cycle.
D I SC O NN E C TIO N OF T H E BA TT ER Y DUR I N G T H E CHAR GE
WARNING !
DON'T DISCONNET THE BATTERY DURING THE CHAR
GE.
RISK OF
EXPLOSIO N!!!
I f i t ' s n ecessar y t o di sc onn e c t t h e b attery whil e i t ' s being c h ar g e d, p r ess t h e
bu tt on U P f o r f i ve seco nds, in o r d er t o s t op t h e ch ar g er m anuall y .
The charger will suspend the charge and the display will show the message:
MANUAL
STOP
At this time it's possible to disconnect the battery.
Eventually, the charge can be restarted, by pressing the button UP for 5 seconds.

When the programming sequence is completed, the display will show the message:
At this point, it’s possible to disconnect the battery from the charger.
If the battery is left connected, a charge cycle will be initiated.
The Battery ID Module will keep the information in memory for an unlimited time.
In order to erase the memory, it’s necessary to disconnect the ID module from the battery.
PROGRAMMING HARDWARE RULES
During installation and programming activity it is necessary to ensure that
the position of the battery power cables and charger cables are correct.
As illustrated below, it is important that the cables are not overlapping or
entwined in the cables of another battery.
Failure to comply with these instructions may disturb the communication signals from the battery module, if this
occurs the charger will generate the following alarm.
GECI™BLACK DIAMOND CHARGER
ENERGY METERING AND HISTORY LOG
The internal memory of the BLACK DIAMOND charger contains a log of the last >200 charge cycles. More than 50
parameters are saved for every charge cycle. The most significative parameters of the 50 most recent cycles can be
visualized on the display of the charger, while the complete history log can be accessed and downloaded through
DoctorFleet.com management system. In order to visualize the 50 most recent cycles, it’s sufficient to scroll the menu
using the UP- DOWN buttons, and to press ENTER for 3 seconds in order to access the database. The results of each
charge cycle are represented on two pages. Use the UP-DOWN buttons to scroll between each record.
First page:
Where:
No = Number of cycle (1 is the most recent)
Vstart = Battery Voltage at the connection
Vstop = Battery Voltage at the end of the charge
Date and Time = Date and Time of the BEGINNING of the charge
Second page:
Where:
Date and Time = Date and Time of the END of the charge
ENDCODE = Charge termination code (30 different codes identify all the possible situations that determined
the termination of the charging cycle, see next paragraph).
Duration = Total charging time
Ah = Total capacity returned to the battery
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5 . P R OG RAMM I NG BAT TE RY I D M O DUL E
When a battery ID module is installed on a battery for the first time, it must be initialized and programmed, by
following this procedure.
Connect the battery to a AR-TOP charger (the Battery Recognition mode must be set to BATTERY ID
MODULE or OPTIONAL).
The AR-TOP charger will establish a communication with the New Battery ID module, and it will show the
message:
BATT ID MODULE
CONNECTED
At this point, using the UP/DOWN buttons, it's possible to edit the battery ID information:
• ID Number (8 alphanumeric digits, to be confirmed
individually by pressing ENTER for 3 seconds)
• Nominal Voltage
• Capacity
• Type
Once all the parameters are set correctly, push the buttons UP+DOWN Simultaneously in order to save the
data to the ID module.
The programming sequence may take up to 3 minutes, while the charger display will show the message:
BATT ID MODULE
PROGRAMMING...
When the programming sequence is completed, the display will show the message:
BATT ID MODULE
SET = OK!
At this point, it's possible to disconnect the battery from the charger.
If the battery is left connected, a charge cycle will be initiated.
The Battery ID Module will keep the information in memory for an unlimited time.
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In order to erase the memory, it's necessary to disconnect the ID module from the battery.
PR OG RAMM I N G HARD W AR E RU LES
During installation and programming activity it is necessary to ensure that the position of the battery power
cables and charger cables are correct. As illustrated below, it is important that the cables are not overlapping or
entwined in the cables of another battery.
.
fig.1 correct position of the c ab le s.
fig.2 incorrect position of the c ab le s.
Failure to comply with these instructions may disturb the communication signals from the battery
module, if this occurs the charger will generate the following alarm:
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In order to erase the memory, it's necessary to disconnect the ID module from the battery.
PR OG RAMM I N G HARD W AR E RU LES
During installation and programming activity it is necessary to ensure that the position of the battery power
cables and charger cables are correct. As illustrated below, it is important that the cables are not overlapping or
entwined in the cables of another battery.
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fig.1 correct position of the c ab le s.
fig.2 incorrect position of the c ab le s.
Failure to comply with these instructions may disturb the communication signals from the battery
module, if this occurs the charger will generate the following alarm:
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6 . E N E R GY M ETE RIN G AND H ISTO RY LOG
The internal memory of the BLACK DIAMOND charger contains a log of the last >200 charge
cycles. More than 50 parameters are saved for every charge cycle.
The most significative parameters of the 50 most recent cycles can be visualized on the
display of the charger, while the complete history log can be accessed and downloaded
through DoctorFleet.com management system.
In order to visualize the 50 most recent cycles, it's sufficient to scroll the menu using the UP-
DOWN buttons, and to press ENTER for 3 seconds in order to access the database.
The results of each charge cycle are represented on two pages. Use the UP-DOWN buttons
to scroll between each record.
First page:
No VSTART VSTOP
Date and Time
Where:
No = Number of cycle (1 is the most recent)
Vstart = Battery Voltage at the connection
Vstop = Battery Voltage at the end of the charge
Date and Time = Date and Time of the BEGINNING of the charge
Second page:
Date and Time
ENDCODE Duration Ah
Where:
Date and Time = Date and Time of the END of the charge
ENDCODE = Charge termination code (30 different codes identify all
the possible situations that determined the termination of
the charging cycle, see next paragraph).
Duration = Total charging time
Ah = Total capacity returned to the battery
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6 . E N E R GY M ETE RIN G AND H ISTO RY LOG
The internal memory of the BLACK DIAMOND charger contains a log of the last >200 charge
cycles. More than 50 parameters are saved for every charge cycle.
The most significative parameters of the 50 most recent cycles can be visualized on the
display of the charger, while the complete history log can be accessed and downloaded
through DoctorFleet.com management system.
In order to visualize the 50 most recent cycles, it's sufficient to scroll the menu using the UP-
DOWN buttons, and to press ENTER for 3 seconds in order to access the database.
The results of each charge cycle are represented on two pages. Use the UP-DOWN buttons
to scroll between each record.
First page:
No VSTART VSTOP
Date and Time
Where:
No = Number of cycle (1 is the most recent)
Vstart = Battery Voltage at the connection
Vstop = Battery Voltage at the end of the charge
Date and Time = Date and Time of the BEGINNING of the charge
Second page:
Date and Time
ENDCODE Duration Ah
Where:
Date and Time = Date and Time of the END of the charge
ENDCODE = Charge termination code (30 different codes identify all
the possible situations that determined the termination of
the charging cycle, see next paragraph).
Duration = Total charging time
Ah = Total capacity returned to the battery

CHARGE TERMINATION CODES
GROUP 1: CHARGE COMPLETED
00 Battery modules recognized. Start charging.
01 Charge completed successfully.
02 Charge completed successfully.
Equalize NOT executed because battery was disconnected.
03 Charge completed successfully.
Equalize started but not completed, because battery was disconnected during the cool-down time before the Equalize cycle.
04 Charge completed successfully.
Equalize started but not completed, because battery was disconnected while the Equalize was in progress.
05 Charge completed successfully. Over range maximum time during pulsed
06 Desulphation cycle completed successfully.
07 Charge completed successfully. Equalize completed successfully.
Refresh-Cycle NOT executed because battery was disconnected.
08 Charge completed successfully. Equalize completed successfully.
Refresh-Cycle started but not completed, because battery was disconnected while the Refresh was in progress.
09 Charge completed successfully. Equalize completed successfully.
Refresh-Cycle completed successfully.
10 Gassing voltage reached successfully.
Full charge NOT executed because time window Disabled.
12 Charge completed successfully. Equalize completed successfully.
GROUP 2: MANUAL STOP
11 Charge stopped manually, during a generic cooling state
20 Charge stopped manually, before to reach the gassing voltage.
21 Charge stopped manually, during the finishing charge.
22 Charge stopped manually, during eq.
23 Charge stopped manually, during refresh.
24 Charge stopped manually, during desulphation.

GROUP 3: BATTERY DISCONNECTED
30 The battery has been disconnected before the begin of the charge, while the charger was waiting for the programmed
Start Time window.
31 The battery has been disconnected during the first part of the charge, before to reach the gassing voltage.
32 Successful Opportunity charging cycle.
The battery reached the gassing point, the charger entered in stand-by mode waiting for the Full Charge/Overcharge
time window, and at that point the battery has been disconnected.
33 The battery has been disconnected during the finishing charge, while it was cooling between two charging pulses.
34 The battery has been disconnected during the finishing charge, while it was receiving a charging pulse.
36 Charge never started.
The battery has been disconnected while the charger was trying to establish a wireless connection with the Battery
Identification Module (WBM).
37 Charge never started.
The battery has been disconnected while the charger was communicating with the Battery Identification Module (WBM).
38 Desulphation cycle NOT completed.
The battery has been immediately disconnected, at the beginning of the Desulphation cycle
39 Desulphation cycle NOT completed.
The battery has been immediately disconnected, before to complete the programming of theDesulphation cycle.
40 Desulphation cycle NOT completed.
The battery has been disconnected while the Desulphation cycle was in progress.
GROUP 4: EMERGENCY STOP
60 Emergency Stop!
Maximum voltage limit exceeded during first part of the charge, before to reach the gassing voltage.
61 Emergency Stop!
Maximum voltage exceeded during the finishing charge.
62 Emergency Stop!
Maximum voltage exceeded during the equalize cycle.
63 Emergency Stop!
Gassing voltage not reached within the predetermined time limit.
64 Charge never started.
Battery voltage was too LOW
65 Charge never started.
Battery voltage was too HIGH
66 Emergency Stop!
Maximum Current Limit Exceeded.

67 Emergency Stop!
Maximum voltage exceeded during the refresh cycle.
68 Emergency Stop!
Maximum temperature exceeded before to reach the gassing voltage.
69 Emergency Stop!
Maximum temperature exceeded during the finishing charge.
70 Emergency Stop!
Maximum temperature exceeded during the equalize cycle.
71 Emergency Stop!
Maximum temperature exceeded during the refresh cycle.
72 Emergency Stop!
When a battery is connected, the WBM communicate that the voltage of battery is not compatible with this charger
76 Emergency Stop!
Maximum temperature exceeded during desulphation.
GROUP 5: WARNING MESSAGES
80 Maximum finishing charge time (safety timer) exceeded. Charge termination criteria (dV/dt) not reached.
82 The battery has been disconnected while the charge was in progress, in a generic state.
83 Output fuse blown.
85 Communication problem with Wireless Battery Module.
99 Black out of the AC input.
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WARRANTY
GECI BATTERY CHARGERS, DIAMOND® SERIES, GREEN, BLACK, RED and ORANGE
Green Energy Concepts, Inc. (hereinafter called “GECI”) warrants that each new and unused GECI battery
charger, power supply or converter (hereinafter called “equipment”) manufactured and supplied by it is of good
workmanship and is free from any inherent mechanical defects, provided that (1) the product is installed and
operated in accordance with generally accepted industrial standards and in accordance with the printed
instructions of GECI, (2) the product is used under normal conditions for which designed, (3) the product is not
subjected to misuse, negligence or accident, and (4) the product receives proper care, protection and
maintenance under supervision of competent personnel. This warranty is subject to the following provisions:
1. PRODUCTS AND PARTS WARRANTED. Subject to the exceptions listed below each GECI equipment is
warranted for a period of three (3) years from the date of its shipment, provided the charger is used in
accordance with GECI’s published performance rating or the unit involved. The Warranty covers parts,
components and/or assemblies supplied completely free of charge but does not extend to labor, service,
interventions and or any other costs whatsoever related to fixing defective chargers and/or parts. The
conditions of this parts warranty are as follows:
a. Primary switch contacts, fuses, bulbs and filters are not warranted unless found to be defective prior to use.
b. Power transformers of 60Hz chargers are warranted for ten (10) years after GECI’s shipment of the unit(s).
c. The charger brand names that are warranted under this document are the Green, Red, Black and Orange
Diamond.
d. The Blue Diamond is handled separately and is not part of this warranty agreement.
2. COMMENCEMENT OF WARRANTY TIME PERIODS. The warranty periods shall commence on the date of
shipment by GECI.
3. PERSONS COVERED BY WARRANTY. This warranty is extended by GECI only to the purchaser of new
equipment from GECI or one of its authorized distributors. The products purchased under this agreement shall
be used exclusively by the buyer and its employees and by no other persons, and therefore there shall be no
third party beneficiary of this warranty.
4. LIMITATION OF REMEDY. The existence of claimed defects in any product covered by this warranty is
subject to GECI’s factory inspection and judgment. GECI liability is limited to repair of any defects found by
GECI to exist or, at GECI’s option, the replacement of the defective equipment, F.O.B. factory after the
defective product has been returned by the purchaser at its expense to GECI’s shipping place. Replacement
and exchange parts will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or for a period of ninety (90)
days, whichever is greater. GECI and its authorized distributors or dealers shall not be liable for direct or
indirect, special or consequential damages in excess of such repair or replacement. In no event shall the
purchaser be entitled to recover for contingent expenses resulting from, but not limited to, telephone calls,
telegrams, travel expenses, lodging, duties and taxes, labor, rental or replacement equipment, loss of business
or profits or other commercial losses.
5. USE OF DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS. Continued use of GECI equipment after discovery of a defect voids all
warranties.
6. ALTERED EQUIPMENT. Except as authorized in writing, the warranty specified does not cover any
equipment that has been altered by any party other than GECI.
EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY
EXCLUDED. BASSI NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSONS TO ASSUME FOR BASSI ANY OTHER
LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF THE GOODS SOLD, AND THERE ARE NO ORAL AGREEMENTS
OR WARRANTIES COLLATERAL TO OR AFFECTING THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
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WARRANTY
GECI BATTERY CHARGERS, DIAMOND® SERIES, GREEN, BLACK, RED and ORANGE
Green Energy Concepts, Inc. (hereinafter called “GECI”) warrants that each new and unused GECI battery
charger, power supply or converter (hereinafter called “equipment”) manufactured and supplied by it is of good
workmanship and is free from any inherent mechanical defects, provided that (1) the product is installed and
operated in accordance with generally accepted industrial standards and in accordance with the printed
instructions of GECI, (2) the product is used under normal conditions for which designed, (3) the product is not
subjected to misuse, negligence or accident, and (4) the product receives proper care, protection and
maintenance under supervision of competent personnel. This warranty is subject to the following provisions:
1. PRODUCTS AND PARTS WARRANTED. Subject to the exceptions listed below each GECI equipment is
warranted for a period of three (3) years from the date of its shipment, provided the charger is used in
accordance with GECI’s published performance rating or the unit involved. The Warranty covers parts,
components and/or assemblies supplied completely free of charge but does not extend to labor, service,
interventions and or any other costs whatsoever related to fixing defective chargers and/or parts. The
conditions of this parts warranty are as follows:
a. Primary switch contacts, fuses, bulbs and filters are not warranted unless found to be defective prior to use.
b. Power transformers of 60Hz chargers are warranted for ten (10) years after GECI’s shipment of the unit(s).
c. The charger brand names that are warranted under this document are the Green, Red, Black and Orange
Diamond.
d. The Blue Diamond is handled separately and is not part of this warranty agreement.
2. COMMENCEMENT OF WARRANTY TIME PERIODS. The warranty periods shall commence on the date of
shipment by GECI.
3. PERSONS COVERED BY WARRANTY. This warranty is extended by GECI only to the purchaser of new
equipment from GECI or one of its authorized distributors. The products purchased under this agreement shall
be used exclusively by the buyer and its employees and by no other persons, and therefore there shall be no
third party beneficiary of this warranty.
4. LIMITATION OF REMEDY. The existence of claimed defects in any product covered by this warranty is
subject to GECI’s factory inspection and judgment. GECI liability is limited to repair of any defects found by
GECI to exist or, at GECI’s option, the replacement of the defective equipment, F.O.B. factory after the
defective product has been returned by the purchaser at its expense to GECI’s shipping place. Replacement
and exchange parts will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty or for a period of ninety (90)
days, whichever is greater. GECI and its authorized distributors or dealers shall not be liable for direct or
indirect, special or consequential damages in excess of such repair or replacement. In no event shall the
purchaser be entitled to recover for contingent expenses resulting from, but not limited to, telephone calls,
telegrams, travel expenses, lodging, duties and taxes, labor, rental or replacement equipment, loss of business
or profits or other commercial losses.
5. USE OF DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS. Continued use of GECI equipment after discovery of a defect voids all
warranties.
6. ALTERED EQUIPMENT. Except as authorized in writing, the warranty specified does not cover any
equipment that has been altered by any party other than GECI.
EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY
EXCLUDED. BASSI NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSONS TO ASSUME FOR BASSI ANY OTHER
LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF THE GOODS SOLD, AND THERE ARE NO ORAL AGREEMENTS
OR WARRANTIES COLLATERAL TO OR AFFECTING THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY.
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