Race Energy BCM21 Operation manual

INSTALLATION
& USER GUIDE
BCM21
Motorsports
Intelligent Battery Charger
8128 River Way, Delta B.C. V4G 1K5 Canada
T. 604.946.9981 F. 604.946.9983 TF. 800.668.3884 (US/CANADA)
www.RACEENERGY.net

Copyright ©2014 Race Energy.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — This user guide contains important safety and
operating instructions for the battery charger.
BATTERY CHARGER PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not expose the battery charger to rain or snow unless it is a sealed model.
2. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger
manufacturer may result in a risk of re, electric shock, or injury to persons.
3. Do not disassemble the battery charger; return it to the manufacturer or
an authorized service center when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or re. Voltages in excess of
350 volts are present inside the charger anytime it is plugged into an AC outlet,
even if it is switched off.
4. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the battery charger from the AC outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk.
5. Never place battery charger directly above battery; gases from battery will
corrode and damage battery charger.
6. Never allow battery acid to drip on the battery charger.
BATTERY SAFETY
1. WARNING — RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
i. WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
EACH TIME BEFORE SERVICING EQUIPMENT IN THE VICINITY OF THE
BATTERY, YOU READ THIS USER GUIDE AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
EXACTLY.
ii. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those
published by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary marking on these
products and on engine.
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
i. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to
your aid when you work near a battery.
ii. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts
skin, clothing, or eyes.
iii. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes
while working near battery.
SAFETY AND OTHER
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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iv. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and
water.
v. If acid enters eye, immediately ood eye with running cold water for at
least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
vi. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame in the vicinity of a battery or
engine.
vii. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It
might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may
cause a re or explosion.
viii. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and
watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can
produce a short- circuit current high enough to melt metal, causing a
severe burn.
ix. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
x. If it is necessary to remove a battery from service, always remove
grounded terminal from battery rst. Make sure all accessories connected
to the battery are off, so as not to cause an arc when reconnecting the
new battery.
xi. Be sure area around battery is well ventilated.
xii. Clean the battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in
contact with eyes.
xiii. Study all the battery manufacturer’s specic precautions such as removing
or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of
charge.
DANGER: Never alter the AC cord of plug provided - if it
will not t outlet, have proper cord installed by a qualied
electrician. Improper connection can result in a risk of an
electric shock.
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD
CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS

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SPECIFICATIONS
Input
Volts 85 - 265 VAC, 1 Phase, 45 - 65 Hz
Current (max) * 4 Amps w. Inrush Protection
Input Fuse AGC 5 Amp
Power Factor > 0.99 at Full load
Efciency >90% at Full Load
* Maximum Input Current Specied at 85 VAC
Output
Nominal Voltage 12 VDC
Voltage Range ** 12.0 - 15.5 VDC
Output Current 20 Amps
Recommended Battery Amp-Hours 20 - 100
Charging Stages 2 or 3 stage user selectable
End of Charge Float or Rest user selectable
**Actual Output Voltage determined by User Settings or by Charger Firmware
Mechanical
Dimensions 9.5"/24.1cm Long x 8.0"/20.3cm Wide x 3.75"/9.5cm High
Weight 6.2 lb / 2.8 kg
Material and Finish Marine Grade Clear Anodized Aluminum with 18-8 Stainless Fasteners
Mounting Free Standing with protective feet and carrying handle.
Connections 1 meter cable c/w 50 Amp Anderson style plug-in connector, plus a
matching cable with solid copper alligator clips.
Environmental and Safety
Operating Temperature Range -25 to +40 C (-40 to +55 C Optional)
Storage Temperature Range -55 to +85 C
Humidity 0 - 95% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
Vibration Built to meet MIL810g
Emissions Built to meet MIL461f
Isolation > 1500 VDC Input-Output, Input-Case, Output-Case
Audible Noise None
Duty Cycle Continuous
Warranty Five Years Parts and Labor
Safety Built to meet ABS, CE, UL458 and CSA 22.2.107.1
Designed and manufactured by: RACE ENERGY
8128 River Way
Delta, BC V4G 1K5 Canada
p. 604.946.9981 f. 604.946.9983
tf. 800.668.3884 US/Canada
www.raceenergy.net [e-mail] Revised December 2014