Smith-Root UBC-24 User manual

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Knowledgeable biologists depend upon Smith-Root equipment.
SMITH-ROOT, INC.SMITH-ROOT, INC.
Products for Fisheries ConservationProducts for Fisheries Conservation
SMITH-ROOT, INC.
14014 NE Salmon Creek Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98686 USA
360.573.0202 Voice
360.573.2064 FAX
[email protected]
www.smith-root.com
07292.10
USER'S GUIDE
UBC-24
UNIVERSAL BATTERY CHARGER

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Contents
CHARGER DESCRIPTION ............................. 1
HOW TO CHARGE BATTERIES..................... 2
LEDS AND CHARGE STATUS........................ 4
CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS .............. 5
CHARGER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...... 6
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS........................... 7
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING................. 7
CHARGING OTHER SRI BATTERIES.............. 8
RELATED EQUIPMENT ................................. 8
SPECIFICATIONS.......................................... 9
Items manufactured by companies other than Smith-Root carry the
original manufacturer’s warranty. Please contact product manufacturer
for return instructions.
All Smith-Root, Inc. manufactured products are covered by a one year warranty.
Credit & Refund Policy: Customers returning equipment, in new condition, will be given credit
ve days from the date of the return. A return authorization must accompany returns. Valid
equipment returns include, but are not limited to, ordering incorrect equipment, funding decits,
and defective equipment returned for reimbursement. All returns are subject to a restocking fee
and applicable shipping charges. The restocking fee is gured at 10% of the purchase price but
not less than $20.00. Customers receiving equipment in damaged condition will be referred to
the shipping company for insurance reimbursement.
WARNING - Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead compounds, chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
UBC-24 BATTERY CHARGER

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The UBC-24 Battery Charger is designed to
charge Batteries for the LR-24, LR-20 Series (and earlier
Smith-Root 24V models) Electrosher Systems.
The UBC-24 is a truly automatic charger tailored for maintenance-
free batteries as well as other types of lead acid batteries.
The UBC-24 has a fully automatic, three stage charge sequence
with an electronically timed routine and a desulfation mode.
STAGE 1 - Constant Current Mode. The charger starts with
maximum current until the battery reaches a preset voltage.
STAGE 2 - Timed Constant Voltage Mode. The charge
is electronically controlled with a xed voltage ceiling which
prevents excess battery gas emission and over-charging.
STAGE 3 - Float/Standby Mode. In this mode a xed
ceiling of 2.3 volts per cell will be maintained by monitoring
and replacing battery standing losses as necessary.
Full electronic protection is provided against short circuit and
reverse battery connection.
CHARGER DESCRIpTIoN

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opERATIoN
HoW To CHARGE BATTERIES
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 lled with molding material are splash-proof, but
must not be immersed in water over long periods of time.
The mains socket should be easily accessible. If an
operational error occurs, the plug should be immediately
removed from the socket.
The charger contains dangerous voltages and the cover should
not be removed. All service or maintenance work should be
carried out by qualied personnel who can get assistance by
contacting the manufacturer’s agent.
A fuse protects the product against short-circuiting and
overloading.
The charger is designed for charging lead batteries. For safety
reasons, individual battery types should have a minimum
capacity. Recommended battery capacity: 6V 4-12Ah, 12V
3-12Ah, 24V 1.5-12Ah. Contact the battery manufacturer for
the specic battery. Do not attempt to charge batteries that are
not rechargeable.
CAUTIoN: Old, sulphated batteries usually have a reduced
capacity and are difcult to charge. The charge current will
fall quickly as if the battery had received a full charge.
Even though a battery in this condition should be replaced, it
will retain a small charge.
If mounted in a vehicle, the charger can only be used when the
vehicle is not in use.

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WARNING: Explosive gases can arise while
charging. Avoid sparks and open ames. Verify
that there is adequate ventilation while charging.
The charger should not be used in the vicinity of flammable
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.
The charger and battery should be placed in a well-ventilated1.
area during charging.
Do not connect the charger to the mains before it is 2.
connected to the battery.
Verify that the polarity is correct and connect the charger 3.
cable: Red to red; black to black.
Connect the charger to the mains.4.
When charging is nished, disconnect the charger from the 5.
mains before you disconnect the charge from the battery.
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
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LED’S INDICATE FoLLoWING CHARGE STATUS
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.
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
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
CHARGING

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INPUT POWER CORD: The input power plug is a standard
120VAC three-pin with ground. Note: A cord-set specic to
the customer’s specied country will be substituted when
applicable.
OUTPUT CORD AND CONNECTOR: The connector on
the end of the cord is wired to plug directly into the quick-
disconnect connector 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sher batteries that wish to charge and maintain them
with the UBC-24 may do so using adapter cables available
from SRI (See page x).
CHARGE
INDICATOR
UNIVERSAL BATTERYCHARGER
UBC-24UBC-24UBC-24
1
0
1
1
2
a
INPUT POWER
CORD
CHARGE STATUS LED
OUTPUT CORD,
CONNECTOR
CoNNECToRS AND INDICAToRS

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IMpoRTANT SAFETY NoTE: When disconnecting the
battery from the charger, switch off or unplug the AC supply
to the charger rst. This precaution will eliminate any risk of
gas explosion due to arcing.
CHARGING
CHARGER opERATING INSTRUCTIoNS
This charger is suitable for use with all types of lead acid
batteries, including the new types of maintenance free and
gelled electrolyte batteries.
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test
Connect charger to battery.1.
Connect the charger to the AC power2.
supply and switch on. 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.
The length of time needed for recharging3.
will depend on the size and depth of
discharge of the battery. A minimum of
one hour is needed and full charging of a
large battery may take up to 12 hours.
For best results, the charger should4.
be allowed to complete its full cycle
as indicated by the green LED, and
if possible, the battery should be left
connected and on-charge permanently
until it is required for immediate use.
There is no need to switch off the charger
to prevent over-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
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
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
Beginning Charging
Charging
Fully Charged

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SToRAGE INSTRUCTIoNS
When not in use, store the charger indoors in a cool dry1.
place, preferably with its original packing and carton.
Place these instructions with the charger during storage.2.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Very little maintenance is required other than protecting the 1.
charger from damage and weather.
Coil cord when not in use.2.
Clean case and cords with a slightly damp cloth.3.
Examine cords for damage periodically and replace if 4.
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CHARGING oTHER SMITH-RooT BATTERIES
The UBC-24 Battery Charger is designed to charge batteries
for the LR-24 Electrosher System. However, users that have
an inventory of older style Smith-Root Electrosher batteries
can charge and maintain them with the following adapters:
LR-24 Adapter Cable ........................#07459
Model 12 Adapter Cable ...................#07458
BAT-01 BATTERY ANALYSIS TooL
The MoDEL 12 ADApTER CABLE
(#07458) will allow you to charge
Model 12 Batteries (#03298 &
#02595) with the current model of
UBC-24.
Also, the LR-24 ADApTER CABLE
(#07459) will allow you to charge
LR-24 Batteries with our older,
Model 12 style BC-24 Battery
Charger (#04954) with a 4-pin
connector.
Model 12 Adapter Cable
Lr-24 Adapter Cable
Bat-01 Hookup
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 Electrosher
batteries, and to demonstrate in a
clear concise manner the amount
of usable life remaining in batteries
being tested.
BAT-01 .............................................. #08041
BAT-01
UBC-24
From AC
Battery
Under
Test

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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 ±30% (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)

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BATTERY CYCLE NoTES
Use this form to record the number of times a battery has been cycled:
DATE: SERIAL #: NOTES:

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Since 1964, the leader in effective, safe and reliable products for fisheries conservation.
Knowledgeable biologists depend upon Smith-Root equipment.
SMITH-ROOT, INC.SMITH-ROOT, INC.
Products for Fisheries ConservationProducts for Fisheries Conservation
SMITH-ROOT, INC.
14014 NE Salmon Creek Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98686 USA
360.573.0202 Voice
360.573.2064 FAX
[email protected]
www.smith-root.com