Smith-Root UBC-24 User manual

07292.12 UBC-24 Man
USER'S GUIDE
UBC-24
UNIVERSAL BATTERY CHARGER

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CONTENTS
CHARGER DESCRIPTION ................................4
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ................... 5
CHARGING ............................................................6
LEDS AND CHARGE STATUS ......................... 7
CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS ............... 8
CHARGING LITHIUM BATTERIES ................. 8
CHARGER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...9
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 10
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING ............... 10
CHARGING OTHER SRI BATTERIES............11
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................12
BATTERY CYCLE LOG......................................13

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CHARGER DESCRIPTION
The UBC-24 Battery Charger is a fully-automatic
charger designed to charge lead-acid and lithium
batteries for the LR-24, LR-20 Series (and earlier
Smith-Root 24V models) electrofisher systems
utilizing a three-stage charging sequence.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGER DESCRIPTION OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Old lead-acid batteries usually have a reduced
capacity and are difficult to charge. Batteries in this condition
should be replaced.
Read these instructions before using the charger
The battery charger is only designed for indoor use
and should not come into contact with water or dust.
In order to avoid overheating, the charger should not
be covered when it is in use.
Chargers filled with molding material are splash-proof,
but must not be immersed in water over long periods
of time.
The wall socket should be easily accessible. If an op-
erational error occurs, the plug should be immediately
removed from the socket.
The charger contains dangerous voltages and the cov-
er should not be removed. All service or maintenance
work should be carried out by qualified personnel
who can get assistance by contacting the manufactur-
er’s agent.
A fuse protects the product against short-circuiting
and overloading.
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
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HOW TO CHARGE BATTERIES
1. The charger and battery should be placed in a
well-ventilated area during charging.
2. Do not connect the charger to the wall socket be-
fore it is connected to the battery.
3. Verify that the polarity is correct and connect the
charger cable: Red to red; black to black.
4. Connect the charger to the wall socket.
5. When charging is finished, disconnect the charger
from the wall socket, then disconnect the battery.
Do not leave batteries on the charger once fully
charged.
FAST CHARGE
The charger is in constant current
mode. Charge current is at its
maximum.
FINAL CHARGE
The charger is in constant
voltage mode. Charge current is
less than its maximum.
The battery is normally 80-95%
charged. The charger stays
in this mode until the charge
current decreases to charge
termination level.
FLOAT (Standby/Ready)
The charger is in standby mode.
The battery is fully charged. The
LED changes to green.
Remove battery from charger.
Do not leave charged battery on
charger for extended periods of time.
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
Explosive gases can arise while charging. Avoid sparks and open flames. Verify
that there is adequate ventilation while charging. The charger should not be used
in the vicinity of flammable anesthesia gases. Avoid chargers with plastic casing
coming into contact with oils, grease, etc., as most types of plastic can be broken
down by chemicals and solvents.
Fast charge
The charger is in constant current mode.
Charge current is at its maximum.
Final charge
The charger is in constant voltage mode.
Charge current is less than its maximum.
The battery is normally 80-95% charged.
The charger stays in this mode until the charge current
decreases to charge termination level.
Float (Standby / Ready)
The charger is in standby mode.
The battery is fully charged. The LED changes to green.
The charge voltage is at standby level, which means the charger
can continue to be connected to the battery.
The charger can return to rapid charging if the battery is used.
WARNING
LED’s INDICATE FOLLOWING CHARGE STATUS
Charging diagram
RED RED
Red
Red
Orange
Explosive gases can arise while charging. Avoid sparks and open flames. Verify
that there is adequate ventilation while charging. The charger should not be used
in the vicinity of flammable anesthesia gases. Avoid chargers with plastic casing
coming into contact with oils, grease, etc., as most types of plastic can be broken
down by chemicals and solvents.
Fast charge
The charger is in constant current mode.
Charge current is at its maximum.
Final charge
The charger is in constant voltage mode.
Charge current is less than its maximum.
The battery is normally 80-95% charged.
The charger stays in this mode until the charge current
decreases to charge termination level.
Float (Standby / Ready)
The charger is in standby mode.
The battery is fully charged. The LED changes to green.
The charge voltage is at standby level, which means the charger
can continue to be connected to the battery.
The charger can return to rapid charging if the battery is used.
WARNING
LED’s INDICATE FOLLOWING CHARGE STATUS
Charging diagram
RED RED
Red
Red
ORANGE
WARNING: Explosive gases can arise while charging lead-acid batter-
ies. Avoid sparks and open flames. Verify that there is adequate venti-
lation while charging. The charger should not be used in the vicinity of
flammable gases. Avoid contact with oils, grease, etc., as most types of
plastic can be broken down by chemicals and solvents.
HOW TO CHARGE BATTERIES LEDS - CHARGER STATUS
LEDS INDICATE FOLLOWING CHARGE STATUS

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INPUT POWER CORD: The input power plug is a standard
120VAC three-pin with ground. Note: A cord-set specific to the
customer’s specified country will be substituted upon request.
Output cord and connector: The connector on the end of the
cord is wired to plug directly into the quick-disconnect connec-
tor on the battery pack.
CHARGE STATUS LED: The top panel indicator LED indicates the
battery’s state of charge (see page 4).
Users that have an inventory of older style Smith-Root electro-
fisher batteries with different terminal connectors can charge
them with the UBC-24 using adapter cables available from SRI
(See page 8).
CHARGING SRI LITHIUM BATTERIES
Use the adapter cable provided with all SRI 9.6Ah Lithium Bat-
teries (#10791) with the UBC for charging purposes.
The use of any other charger than the UBC-24 to charge lithium
batteries will result in damage. Do not use older style Smith-Root
chargers for lithium batteries.
CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS
CHARGER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This charger is suitable for use with all types of lead acid
and lithium batteries, including the new types of mainte-
nance-free and gelled electrolyte batteries.
CHARGE
INDICATOR
UNIVERSAL BATTERYCHARGER
UBC-24UBC-24UBC-24
1
0
1
1
2
a
1. Input Power Cord
2. Charge Status Led
3. Output Cord, Connector
INSET: Lithium Battery
Adapter Cable
1
2
3
1. Connect charger to
battery.
2. Connect the charger to
the AC power supply. The
state of charge is shown
by the LED indicators on
the battery charger as
follows. The red “Charge”
LED will light to indicate
that the battery is
correctly connected and
is charging. The indicator
LED will turn green
when the battery is fully
charged.
3. The length of time
needed for recharging
will depend on the size
and depth of discharge
of the battery. A full
charging of a large
battery may take up to 12
hours.
4. For best results, the
charger should be
allowed to complete its
full cycle as indicated by
the green LED.
CHARGING
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: When disconnecting the battery
from the charger, switch off or unplug the AC supply to the
charger first. This precaution will eliminate any risk of gas ex-
plosion due to arcing.
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
Explosive gases can arise while charging. Avoid sparks and open flames. Verify
that there is adequate ventilation while charging. The charger should not be used
in the vicinity of flammable anesthesia gases. Avoid chargers with plastic casing
coming into contact with oils, grease, etc., as most types of plastic can be broken
down by chemicals and solvents.
Fast charge
The charger is in constant current mode.
Charge current is at its maximum.
Final charge
The charger is in constant voltage mode.
Charge current is less than its maximum.
The battery is normally 80-95% charged.
The charger stays in this mode until the charge current
decreases to charge termination level.
Float (Standby / Ready)
The charger is in standby mode.
The battery is fully charged. The LED changes to green.
The charge voltage is at standby level, which means the charger
can continue to be connected to the battery.
The charger can return to rapid charging if the battery is used.
WARNING
LED’s INDICATE FOLLOWING CHARGE STATUS
Charging diagram
RED RED
Red
Red
Orange
Beginning
Charging
Charging
Explosive gases can arise while charging. Avoid sparks and open flames. Verify
that there is adequate ventilation while charging. The charger should not be used
in the vicinity of flammable anesthesia gases. Avoid chargers with plastic casing
coming into contact with oils, grease, etc., as most types of plastic can be broken
down by chemicals and solvents.
Fast charge
The charger is in constant current mode.
Charge current is at its maximum.
Final charge
The charger is in constant voltage mode.
Charge current is less than its maximum.
The battery is normally 80-95% charged.
The charger stays in this mode until the charge current
decreases to charge termination level.
Float (Standby / Ready)
The charger is in standby mode.
The battery is fully charged. The LED changes to green.
The charge voltage is at standby level, which means the charger
can continue to be connected to the battery.
The charger can return to rapid charging if the battery is used.
WARNING
LED’s INDICATE FOLLOWING CHARGE STATUS
Charging diagram
RED RED
Red
Red
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STORAGE CHARGING OTHER SRI BATTERIES
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
• When not in use, store the charger indoors in a cool dry place,
preferably with its original packing and carton.
• Place these instructions with the charger during storage.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
• Very little maintenance is required other than protecting the
charger from damage and weather.
• Coil cord when not in use.
• Clean case and cords with a slightly damp cloth.
• Examine cords for damage periodically and replace if neces-
sary with manufacturer approved parts.
CHARGING OTHER SMITH-ROOT BATTERIES
The UBC-24 Battery Charger is designed to charge batteries for
LR-Series Electrofisher Systems. However, users that have an
inventory of older-style Smith-Root electrofisher batteries can
charge them with the following adapters:
The Model 12 Battery to LR-Se-
ries Charger Adapter (#07458)
will allow you to charge Model
12 Batteries (#03298 & #02595)
with the current model of UBC-
24.
The LR-Series Battery to Model
12 Adapter Cable (#07459) will
allow you to charge LR-Series
lead-acid batteries with our old-
er, Model 12 style BC-24 Battery
Charger (#04954) with a 4-pin
connector.
The Lithium Battery Adapter
Cable (#10791) allows charging
of 9.6Ah Lithium batteries with
the UBC. It is supplied with each
Lithium battery but is also avail-
able separately.
Adapter Model 12 Battery to LR-Series Charger ..........#07458
Adapter LR-Series Battery to Model 12 Charger...........#07459
Adapter Lithium Battery Cable ...........................................#10791
BAT-01 BATTERY ANALYSIS TOOL
BAT-01 Battery Analysis Tool............................................ #08041
The Battery Analysis Tool is an
additional module designed to
operate with existing Smith-
Root batteries and chargers.
Its purpose is to test back-
pack Electrofisher batteries,
and to demonstrate in a clear
concise manner the amount of
usable life remaining in batter-
ies being tested.
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
Bat-01 Hookup
Model 12 Battery to LR-Series Adapter
LR-Series Battery to Model 12 Adapter
L/R: Model 12 7Ah, LR-24 7Ah, and Lithium 9.6 Ah batteries.
Lithium Battery Adapter Cable

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SPECIFICATIONS
Input Rating: Nominal 90-264VAC/47-63Hz
Maximum Output Power: 60W
Load Regulation: <200mV
Line Regulation: <100mV
Switch Frequency: ≈40 kHz
Temperature Range: -10°C to +40°C
Ripple: <100mVp-p
Efficiency (At 100%
Load):
80%
Insulation Class: Class I
Electrical Safety: UL 60601-1, EN 60601-1, EN
60950, EN 60335-2-29
EMC Standards: EN 60601-1-2 (Medical), EN
61000-6-3 (Emission), EN
61000-6-1 (Immunity)
Timer: 2hr 330% (also available with
other values)
Input Connection: 3 pin IEC 320 (input cordset
not included)
Output Connection: Battery clips
Dimensions/Weight: 5.31” x 3.15” x 1.73” (135 x 80 x
44mm)/ 0.77 lbs. (350g)
SPECIFICATIONS CYCLE LOG
BATTERY CYCLE LOG
Use this form to record the number of times a battery has been
cycled:
DATE: SERIAL #: NOTES:

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