Rhyas RH320 User manual

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model:- RH320
Voltage:- 230V AC 50Hz
Charging Capability:- 12v & 24V Batteries
Max Charge Current:- 45Amps
Max Start Current:- 180Amps
Size W x D x H:- 32x25x57.5cm
Weight:- 15kg
IMPORTANT: Before using this product
please read this manual carefully. This
product should only be used for its
intended purpose, failure to do so could
cause damage to the machine, personal
injury and could invalidate the warranty.
CONNECTING THE CHARGER
1.Check the vehicle manufacturer’s
handbook for any special instructions.
2.Ensure the battery charger is unplugged
from the mains power supply before
connecting power leads to the battery.
3. Connect the lead to the charger voltage
to match that of the battery, Voltage: i.e.
12 or 24Volts.
4. Set the rate of charge to that required.
5. Check the charger clamps and battery
terminals to ensure they are clean and
free from oxidation.
6.Connect the chargers POSITIVE (Red or
+) lead to the POSITIVE (+) terminal on
the battery, and the NEGATIVE (Black or
-) lead to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal on
the battery.
7.Where the battery has electrolyte filler
caps on the top, slacken them to allow
any gases produced during charging
process to escape.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
1.Set the mode switch to “CHARGE”.
2.Set the required rate of charge by using
the charge power switch positions, (see
main panel).
3.Connect the charger to the mains
power supply.
4.Check the current delivery to the
battery on the ammeter on the front of
the battery charger. Initially there will be
a high rate of charge, which will slowly
decrease according to the capacity and
condition of the battery.
5.When fully charged the ammeter
reading should be close to “0”.
6.Switch the charger off and unplug from
mains then disconnect the power
clamps.
7.Tighten any slackened battery
electrolyte caps.
8.Check to ensure all tools are removed
before closing the bonnet or boot.
Do not leave a charging
battery unattended.

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STARTING WITH A FLAT BATTERY
1.Check the vehicle manufacturer’s
handbook for any special instructions.
2.Ensure the Charge & Start is
disconnected from the mains power
supply and connect the POSITIVE (+)
lead to the output voltage of the charger
to match the vehicle battery: i.e. 12 or 24
volts.
3.Check that the charger clamps and
battery terminals are clean.
4.Without removing the power leads that
connect the battery to the vehicle,
connect the charger POSITIVE (red) lead
to the POSITIVE (+) terminal on battery
and the NEGATIVE (black) lead to the
NEGATIVE (-) terminal on the battery.
5.Plug the Charge & Start into the mains
power supply, select a low rate of charge
and turn on. Allow the battery to charge
for 2-3minutes.
6.Turn the Charge & Start switch to the
“START” and wait for approximately 25
seconds (to allow charge to build). Turn
the vehicle ignition on and crank the
engine for a MAXIMUM of 10 seconds
ONLY. If the vehicle does not start, wait
30 seconds and then try again.
WARNING! If the vehicle does not start
after two attempts, DO NOT continue as
the vehicle battery and electrical circuits
may be damaged.
7.Once the engine has started, switch the
Charge & Start off, unplug from the
mains power and disconnect the power
terminals from the battery.
DO NOT attempt to start the engine with
Charge & Start if the battery is
disconnected from the vehicle.
FUSES
Your Charge & Start is equipped with a
safety fuse which will cut the power to the
unit in the following circumstances:
a.Overload - too high a current to the
battery.
b.Short circuit - clamps touch, or cross-
connection to battery.
c.Prolonged starting attempts.
Should the fuse blow take the following
action:
1.Turn the unit off and disconnect from
the mains power supply.
2.Allow the unit to cool down, establish
the reason for failure and correct.
3.Replace the fuse (under fuse cover on
control panel).

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UK. Subject to change.
Document Ref: RH300 Charge & Start 53031
Product code: 53031
Copyright: These instructions are the sole property of Rhyas Products and may not be reproduced.
Customer care Line:- 01568 620444
GUARANTEE
This product has been manufactured to high quality standards and is guaranteed against
manufacturing faults for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Normal wear and
tear, including accessory wear, is not covered under the guarantee. This guarantee is invalid if
the item has been overloaded or subjected to neglect, improper use or an attempted repair
other than by an authorised agent. This product is not sold for commercial, heavy duty,
professional or hire use any such uses voids any guarantee.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following EU Directives are covered by this declaration:-
204/108/EC EMC Directive
206/95/EC LV Directive
The following product is covered by this declaration:-
Manufacturers model No: CD320 (Branded as RH320)
The documentation required to demonstrate the above are available for inspection.
The CE mark was first applied in 2008.
Signed: A M Riga
Authority: Director
Date: September 2011
Rhyas Products, Unit A Southern Ave,
Leominster.
England
HR6 0QF