ProMariner ProTournament 150 User manual

ProMariner
®
ProTournament Series
Owner's Manual
Certified To:
U. L . 1236 Marine
FCC Class B
Professional Grade 3 Step Marine Battery Chargers
Distributed On-Demand
™3 Step Charging
SALTWATER
TESTED
WATERPROOF
and
ProMariner
®
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please save and read all safety, operating and installation instructions before
installing or applying AC power to your ProMariner on-board battery charger.
Models Amperage No. Of Banks Volts
ProTournament 100 10 Amps 2 Banks 12/24
ProTournament 150 15 Amps 3 Banks 12/24/36
ProTournament 200 20 Amps 2 Banks 12/24
ProTournament 300 30 Amps 3 Banks 12/24/36
ProTournament 300Quad 30 Amps 4 Banks 12/24/36

ProMariner
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ProMariner
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Table Of Contents
Safety Instructions... pages 1-2
ProTournament Overview... pages 3-6
Installation Guidelines... pages 7-9
Charging Your Batteries... page 10
Maintenance... page 11
Trouble Shooting... page 12
Specifications & Accessories... page 13
Introduction
Thank you from all of us at Professional Mariner and congratulations on your
purchase of the ProTournament 3 Step Marine Battery Charger.
For over 25 years ProMariner has been a leading designer and manufacturer of
marine battery chargers. When our customers requested a fully electronic, waterproof
marine battery charger that was significantly faster, smaller and lighter we responded
with the ProTournament Series.
ProTournament’s "Distributed On-Demand™3 Step Charging" is the latest in high
performance bass, walleye and center console on-board charger technology.
Designed to give you and your batteries a lifetime of professional performance.
Please save and read this manual carefully and fully understand the safety instructions
before installing your new on-board marine battery charger.

Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions
Before connecting your batteries or AC power, read all instructions and cautionary markings
on the battery charger and batteries.
CAUTION - To reduce the risk of injury; charge only lead acid type rechargeable batteries
(lead acid, sealed lead acid, gel cell and AGM). Other types of batteries may burst, causing
personal injury. The ProTournament is factory set for lead acid batteries.
Use of attachments not recommended or sold by Professional Mariner, LLC may result in
a risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury.
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, direct hit of force, dropped or
otherwise damaged in any way.
Do not disassemble the charger. Call the factory directly when service or repair is required.
Incorrect assembly may result in risk of electrical shock or fire.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, remove AC power from the charger prior to any
maintenance or cleaning.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS
REASON IT IS OF EXTREME IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR
CHARGER YOU FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the
battery manufacturer, and of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of a battery.
Review all cautionary markings and labels.
Personal Safety Precautions
Someone should be within the range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid
when working near a lead acid battery.
Have plenty of water and soap nearby in case battery acid comes in contact with skin,
clothes or eyes.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
with a battery.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid
enters the eye(s) flood eye(s) with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.
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Personal Safety Precautions Continued
Never smoke or allow a spark or a flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery. It may spark or
short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts that may cause explosion.
Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, and jewelry
when working near a battery. A battery can produce a short circuit high enough to weld
a ring or any metal, causing serious burns.
Use the ProTournament for charging lead acid batteries only. It is not intended to supply
low voltage electrical systems other than in a marine application. Do not use the battery
charger to charge dry cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These
batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and property.
Never charge a frozen battery.
Safety Precautions Prior to Charging Batteries
If necessary to remove a battery from a boat to charge, always remove grounded terminal
from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the boat are off, as to not cause an arc.
Be sure the area around the charger and batteries is well ventilated while the batteries
are being charged. Gases can be forcefully blown away using a piece of cardboard or
other nonmetallic material as a fan.
Clean battery terminals with full eye protection to prevent corrosion from coming in
contact with eyes.
Add distilled water in each cell until electrolyte reaches levels specified by the battery
manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gases from cells. Do not overfill. For batteries
without caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.
Study all manufacturer’s specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell
caps while charging, in addition to rates of charge.
Extension cords should be industrial grade / heavy duty U.L. approved and grounded.
Check extension cord before use for damage, bent prongs, and cuts. Replace if damaged.
Always make your extension cord connection on the charger side first. After connecting
the extension cord to the charger then proceed to plug the extension cord to a nearby
120VAC GFCI protected (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt) outlet.
Always remove the extension cord from the 120VAC outlet first when charging is completed
followed by unplugging the charger.
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Safety Instructions

ProTournament 150 Advanced
Electronic Battery Charger
Leading Traditional
Linear Battery Charger
50%
100%
% of Amps over Elapsed Hours
% of Charging Amps Delivered to Batteries Over Time
0%
ProTournament Overview
General Overview
The ProTournament is an Professional Grade 3 Step Marine Battery Charger that
is pre-wired for easy installation and is 100% waterproof for all fresh and salt
water applications.
The ProTournament’s rugged all aluminum case is designed for superior heat
dissipation, and corrosion resistance. The ProTournament is not filled with epoxy
and is completely serviceable for a lifetime of use. Our advanced electronic
technology yields a compact charger that is typically half the height and weight
of leading traditional chargers. In addition the ProTournament will charge your
batteries to 100% 2 times faster than leading traditional linear chargers without
shutting off prematurely.
Unlike most traditional linear chargers that under perform when low AC power
cord voltage is present as sometimes seen with use of extension cords at docks,
lodging sites or at home. The ProTournament series will provide 100% of its
charging output even with AC power cord voltage as low as 90VAC.
The ProTournament’s "Distributed On-Demand™3 Step Charging" technology
provides completely isolated charging outputs that will automatically sense and
distribute its full rated charging output of 10, 15, or 30 amps (model specific) to
any one bank or combination of all banks.
Easy to use at a glance LED indicators will provide you with the charge status
of each battery as well as what mode the charger is operating in.
The ProTournament is available in 3 models and can be used in 12, 24, and 36 volt
configurations without rewiring or switching. Just attach the output cable
terminals as illustrated in the installation section of this manual.
The ProTournament has been designed to give you and your batteries a lifetime
of professional performance.
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Faster Charging
100% Charge Guaranteed
ProMariner's advanced electronic
technology will deliver 2 times the
amps to your batteries in the same
amount of time when compared to
leading traditional linear chargers.
That means the ProTournament will
charge your batteries twice as fast.

ProTournament Charger vs. Leading Traditional Linear Charger
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Distributed On-Demand™3 Step Charging Output
ProMariner's Distributed On-Demand™
Charging technology ensures 100% of
the ProTournament 300's 30 amps is fully
utilized. The 8 amps not required by the
engine start battery is automatically
Distributed On-Demand™to trolling motor
batteries #1 and #2.
Engine
Start Battery 3
14 14 2
Trolling
Battery 2
Trolling
Battery 1
Bank No. 1 Bank No. 2 Bank No. 3
++
30 Amps Fully Distributed
10 Lbs.
10 10 2
Engine
Start Battery 3
Trolling
Battery 2
Trolling
Battery 1
Bank No. 1 Bank No. 2 Bank No. 3
+ +
Up to 10 Amps per Bank
(10/10/10)
22 Lbs. Competitive chargers have an amp
limitation per bank as illustrated. The
30 amp (10/10/10) charger only delivers
22 amps. The 8 amps not used by the
engine start battery can not be shifted
to battery #1 or battery #2.
Note: Above illustration reflects typical battery usage after a day of fishing.
Trolling motor batteries are 50% discharged and not usable. Engine start battery
is 80% charged from the engine charging system.
Typical Leading Competitive Charging Output
ProTournament Overview
ProTournament's "Distributed On-Demand™Charging" will automatically distribute its full
rated output of 10, 15, 20 or 30 amps (model specific) to any one bank or combination of
all battery banks. ProTournament distributes and uses every charging amp with no waste
unlike other 2 and 3 bank chargers with an amp limit per bank.

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ProTournament Overview
Push-to-Test Battery Bank Status Monitor and Operation
The ProTournament has been designed to provide the information you need when
you’re on the water, at the dock, lodging site or home. This feature is only available
on ProTournament 150, 300 and 300Quad.
To use the "Push-to-Test" Battery Bank Status Monitor, AC power must not be
present and the engine must be off.
With the AC power removed from the charger and the engine off, simply push the
highly visible (yellow) "Push-to-Test" button located on the front of the ProTournament.
While holding the "Push-to-Test" button view the relative charge status of each of
the batteries connected.
Each battery bank has 3 (green) LED indicators to indicate the following:
Battery is discharged
Battery is at 50% charge
Battery is fully charged
General Operation
Install your ProTournament Professional Grade 3 Step Marine Battery Charger
to the guidelines in this manual.
Make sure your charger and batteries are properly vented. Connect your extension
cord with no AC Power present to the ProTournament and proceed to plug your
extension cord in at a nearby 120 VAC GFCI protected (Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupt) outlet.
With your ProTournament plugged in properly, it will automatically charges your
batteries to 100% while it conditions and extends the life of your batteries. When
you’re at home always leave your charger plugged in to reduce sulfate build-up
allowing your batteries to be maintained at 100% charge for your next fishing trip.
Note: The "Push-to-Test" Battery Bank
Status Monitor can only be used when
AC power is removed and engine is off.
This feature is only available on
ProTournament 150, 300 and 300Quad.
Battery Bank Status Monitor
"Push-to-Test" Button
Tri-mode LED Indicator

0:00
2:00
4:00
6:00
8:00
10:00
14
13
12
11
14.6V
13.3V
3 hours
Fast Charge Absorption Charge Float Mode
Elapsed Hours
Average Voltage
Volts
Charge Mode Indicator and Operation
When the ProTournament Marine Battery Charger is activated the on-board
tri-mode LED indicator will illuminate as follows for each step of charging:
Step 1: Fast Charge –Solid Red Indicator
During this mode the on-board tri-mode indicator will be a solid red indicating
fast charge.
The charger will deliver its maximum amperage rating to the connected batteries
for the fastest charge (current regulation mode) until battery voltage is raised to
14.6 volts (lead acid factory setting). At this time the ProTournament will shift to:
Step 2: Absorption Charge - Flashing Red Indicator or Continued Solid Red for
ProTournament100 and 200
During this mode the on-board tri-mode indicator will be flashing red indicating
absorption charge.
This mode maximizes charge and holds voltage at 14.6 volts (lead acid factory
setting) for 3 hours (voltage regulation mode) while letting the batteries determine
the amount of amps they can accept. This mode creates activity in the batteries
reducing sulfate buildup and conditions batteries for extended life. After
approximately 3 hours has elapsed the ProTournament will shift to:
Step 3: Float Mode - Solid Green Indicator
During this mode the on-board tri-mode indicator will be solid green indicating
float mode.
A precision 13.3 volts (lead acid factory setting) finishing voltage that maintains
each battery (step down voltage regulation mode) which is perfect for short or
long storage periods and will never overcharge your batteries.
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Note: If the tri-mode LED indicator is not on at all this may be an indication of
a short or a faulty battery on one of the banks.
ProTournament Overview

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Installation
All ProTournament Battery Chargers are designed to be permanently mounted
on-board, and can be mounted at any angle.
Do NOT mix battery types on-board. All batteries should be of the same age
and in good operating condition.
Do NOT make any electrical connections to the ProTournament or batteries
until the following steps are completed:
11 Easy to follow installation steps:
1. Select a mounting location that allows for ventilation any time the charger is used.
Open all battery and engine compartments and ventilate for at least 15 minutes before
starting the installation of the ProTournament charger.
2. Make sure the selected mounting location allows for a minimum of 6 inches of free
space around front and sides of the ProTournament charger. Be sure to place the
ProTournament in an accessible area where all indicators are viewable. Confirm all
battery cables can reach each of the batteries.
3. Using the ProTournament as a template use a small awl or screwdriver to mark the
position of each mounting hole.
4. Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill pilot holes in the (4) marked locations as described in step 3.
Apply a silicon sealer in each of the mounting locations to waterproof the screw holes.
5. Position the ProTournament over the mounting holes and using a power screwdriver
install the (4) stainless screws provided.
Installation Guidelines
1/8" pilot hole
with silicon sealer
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Confirm the surface you will
be mounting the charger to
is adequate in strength
and thickness to hold the
ProTournament in place with
stainless steel screws provided.
stainless steel
screws provided

Installation Continued
6. Prepare each battery in advance by cleaning each terminal post with a wire
brush until a shiny surface is obtained.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
As you prepare to attach the positive (red) and negative (yellow or black wires)
to the batteries there will be brief low power spark that is generated as you
make the connection. This is due to the high frequency capacitors taking a charge.
Make sure the (black or yellow) wires are connected as illustrated to the
negative side of the battery and the red wires are connected to the positive
side or the battery.
7. Run your cables free from sharp objects and hold each of them in place with
the cable ties provided. Coil excess cable, do not cut or shorten the length of the
cables as there are inline fuses located 4 inches from the end of each red (positive)
cable. These fuses are in place to protect wiring in the event of a short.
8. Connect the DC output cables as illustrated on page 9. Make sure the (black or
yellow) wires are connected as illustrated to the negative side of the battery and
the red wires are connected to the positive side of the battery.
Note: Make sure output no. 1 (gray position) on the charger and output cable is
always connected to the most used trolling motor.
9. Make sure all DC connections are tight and correct.
10. Locate the AC power cord in an open-air area of your boat at least 21 inches
from the charger, batteries and fuel fill lines.
11. Connect a heavy duty U.L. approved extension cord to the ProTournament
charger first. After connecting the extension cord to the charger then proceed to
plug the extension cord to a nearby 120VAC GFCI protected (Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupt) outlet. Always remove the extension cord from the 120VAC outlet first
when charging is completed, followed by unplugging the charger.
You are now connected and charging your batteries. View the indicators on your
ProTournament. Assuming your batteries are discharged you should observe a
solid red LED indicating the Step 1 Fast Charge Mode.
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Installation Guidelines

ProTournament Series Wiring Diagrams
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Installation Guidelines
Trolling Motor
Battery 2
Trolling Motor
Battery 1
+_+_+_
AC power
output no.1 (gray)
output no.2 (green)
output no.3 (yellow)
yellow
green
gray
ProTournament 300Quad
red red red black or yellow black or yellow black or yellow
+_
red black or yellow
charcoal / black
Engine
Start Battery 4
Trolling Motor
Battery 3
output no.4 (black)
black or yellow
Engine
Start Battery 2
Trolling Motor
Battery 1
+_+_
AC power
output no.1 (gray)
output no.2 (yellow)
yellow
gray
ProTournament 100 and 200
Wiring Diagram
red
black or yellow
red
Engine
Start Battery 3
Trolling Motor
Battery 2
Trolling Motor
Battery 1
+_+_+_
AC power
output no.1 (gray)
output no.2 (green)
output no.3 (yellow)
yellow
green
gray
ProTournament 150 and 300
Wiring Diagram
red red red black or yellow black or yellow black or yellow

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Charging Your Batteries
Note: When only using one battery connect output 1, output 2, and output 3 red wires
to the positive side of the battery, and connect the black or yellow ground wires to
the negative side of the battery. Not recommended for ProTournament300 or 300Quad
If only two batteries are used connect the unused output cable as instructed
above to either one of the two batteries.
Always connect each charger output to a single 12V battery even if the batteries
are wired series for 24V or 36V.
Charging Batteries
The ProTournament Series is designed to charge your batteries 2 times faster than
leading traditional chargers. "Distributed-On-Demand™3 Step Charging" will not only
provide you with a significantly faster charging process it will ensure your batteries are
charged to 100% while it conditions and extends the life of each battery.
1. Open all battery compartments and ventilate for at least 15 minutes before applying AC
power to your charger.
2. Make sure all DC battery connections are tight and clean. Follow battery manufacturer's
recommendations for battery cell caps. (loosen caps if applicable)
3. Connect a heavy duty U.L. approved extension cord to the ProTournament charger first.
After connecting the extension cord to the charger then proceed to plug the extension
cord to a nearby 120VAC GFCI protected (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt) outlet.
4. Observe the on-board mode LED for a solid red, flashing red indication. This will tell you
what mode your charger is in.
5. Charge your batteries until the tri-mode LED is solid green. This indicates the charging
process is completed and your batteries are 100% charged and are being maintained
in a gentle float / storage mode. (recommended while your boat is not in use).
The ProTournament can be left on in this mode indefinitely and will never overcharge your
batteries.
Refer to the page 5.
6. When ready to use your boat, unplug the extension cord from the 120VAC outlet first,
followed by unplugging the charger.
Battery Charge Level Status
With the AC power removed and the engine off, view the front panel of the ProTournament
Battery Charger and simply hold down the “Push-to-Test”(yellow) button and observe
the charge level indicators for each battery.
Refer to the page 5.

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Maintenance
Owner's Periodic Maintenance Guide
Item:
Process:
When:
Battery Connections
Clean and tighten all battery connections. Follow battery
manufacturer's instructions for cleaning a battery. Clean all
battery terminals with a wire brush where required and tighten
all battery connections.
Monthly
Item:
Process:
When:
Battery Electrolyte
Per battery manufactures instructions monitor and maintain
proper levels of distilled water in each battery.
Monthly
Item:
Process:
When:
ProTournament DC Output Wiring
Visually inspect all wiring for cuts and abrasions. Contact
ProMariner if charger needs to be serviced with new wiring.
Monthly
Item:
Process:
When:
AC Power Cord and Mounting Hardware Inspection
Process: Visually inspect the AC power cord. Confirm ground
blade is present and all plug blades are in good conditions
and not bent out of place.
Check all mounting hardware to ensure there is no loose
hardware. Tighten were required.
Monthly

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Trouble Shooting Guide
Troubleshooting
Battery is Not Charging, Red and Green Indicator is “on”
Confirm all charger cables are installed with the correct polarity connections
at each battery, and that all connections are clean and tight.
Reverse polarity
connections will blow output fuse, resutling in no output voltage.
With the charger on, read DC Voltage at each battery. If any of the readings
are less than 13.0VDC Proceed with the following:
A.. Disconnect AC power at the 12 AC outlet.
B.. Remove charger cables from each batte .
C.. Reconnect AC power and read DC oltage across each output cable, if
output voltage is approximately 14.5VDC the charger is ok and each battery
should be tested with a hydrometer with the charger and engine off to determine
if one or more batteries have bad cells. (batteries should always be replaced
in sets, and always the same type.)
D. If there is no output when trying to read DC voltage check each output fuse
and replace as needed.
If the DC voltage at each charger output there is less than 14.0 volts contact
ProMariner for product service.
No Red or Green LED Indicator
Check for loss of AC power at the 120VAC Outlet. Confirm GFCI (Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter) has not tripped. Check with a meter or 120VAC test light
that AC is present at the end or your extension cord.
Confirm all charger cables are installed with the correct polarity connections
at each battery and that all connections are clean and tight.
With the AC power removed and the engine off check the charge level of each
battery with on-board “Push-to-Test”feature as described on page 5. If there
is no charge level indication for a battery, check each battery with a hydrometer
to determine if it has one or more bad cells. (batteries should always be
replaced in sets, and always the same type.)
If everything above checks out ok, contact ProMariner for product service.

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Specifications
ProTournament 100 51010 12/24 10 2 6’/6’3”x 11.5”x 6 7/8”6 lbs 90-270
ProTournament 150 51015 12/24/36 15 3 6’/6’/6’3”x 13”x 6 7/8”8 lbs 90-135*
ProTournament 150L 51016 12/24/36 315 12’/9’/9’3”x 13”x 6 7/8”9 lbs 90-135*
ProTournament 200 51020 12/24 20 2 6’/6’3”x 13”x 6 7/8”9 lbs 90-135*
ProTournament 300 51030 12/24/36 30 3 6’/6’/6’3”x 15.5”x 6 7/8”10 lbs 90-135*
ProTournament 300L 51031 12/24/36 30 3 12’/9’/9’3”x 15.5”x 6 7/8”11 lbs 90-135*
ProTournament 300Quad 51034 12/24/36 30 4 12’/9’/9’/9’3”x 17”x 6 7/8”12 lbs 90-135*
model part no. volts amps banks cable size size H x W x D weight AC in
*Internal selection 180 - 270 VAC
Optional Accessories
Specifications & Accessories
model part no. voltscable size banks
51050 10' n/a n/a
51060 10' 12 3
51200 n/a n/a n/a
51201 n/a n/a n/a
51202 n/a n/a n/a
51203 n/a n/a n/a
ProTournament Remote Temperature Sensor*
Remote Battery Bank Status Monitor
ProTournament AC Plug Holder (white)
ProTournament AC Plug Holder (black)
Universal AC Plug Holder (black )
Universal AC Plug Holder (white)
Battery Bank Cable Extender 51070 9' n/a n/a
51070
51201 ProSport Plug Holder
51060 51202
Universal Plug Holder
51050
*
not available for ProTournament100 & ProTournament200