Xantrex Truecharge 40i Quick guide

TC20i
TC40i
Operating and Safety
Instructions
Xantrex
Truecharge 20i/40i
Multistage Battery Chargers
1 3 5 10 20
EQUALIZ
20 AMP BATTERY
CHARGING
READ
STATU
CHARG
CURRENT
BATTERY
COLDWARMHOT
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OUTPUT VOLTS: ABSORPTION /
BATTERY
FLOODED
GE
MICROPROCESS
OR
Truecharge
20
2 5 10 20 40
EQUALIZ
40 AMP BATTERY
CHARGING
READ
STATU
CHARG
CURRENT
BATTERY
COLD WARM HOT
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14. /14.2 14.2/13.8 13.8/13.4
OUTPUT VOLTS: ABSORPTION /
BATTERY
FLOODED
GE
MICROPROCESS
OR
Truecharge

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Contents
Notice of Copyright
Truecharge 20i/40i Operating and Safety Instructions © December 2002 Xantrex
nternational. All rights reserved.
Xa ntrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex nternational. Truecharge is a
trademark of Xantrex nternational
Disclaimer
UNLESS SPEC F CALLY AGREED TO N WR T NG, XANTREX
TECHNOLOGY NC. (XANTREX)
(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY,
SUFF C ENCY OR SU TAB L TY OF ANY TECHN CAL OR OTHER
NFORMAT ON PROV DED N TS MANUALS OR OTHER
DOCUMENTAT ON.
(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONS B L TY OR L AB L TY FOR LOSS OR
DAMAGE, WHETHER D RECT, ND RECT, CONSEQUENT AL OR
NC DENTAL, WH CH M GHT AR SE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH
NFORMAT ON. THE USE OF ANY SUCH NFORMAT ON W LL BE
ENT RELY AT THE USERS R SK.
Date and Revision December 2002, Revision 3
Part Number 445-0014-01-01
Contact Information
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Truecharge 20i / 40i
Operating and Safety Instructions
Introduction
To get the full benefit of your Truecharge's capabilities, please read
and follow the instructions in this manual, and pay particular attention
to safety instructions identified with this symbol:
Retain this manual for future reference.
The Truecharge 20i/40i is designed to charge 12 volt lead-acid
batteries including sealed, maintenance-free, and gel types. The
Truecharge 20i is best suited for batteries with capacities between
100 ampere hours and 400 ampere hours (battery sizes from 27 to
8D) and the Truecharge 40i is best suited for batteries with capacities
above 400 ampere hours (8D and larger).
The Truecharge 20i/40i has two separate DC positive terminals and
a common negative terminal to allow charging of two separate
batteries (or battery banks) of the same type. The Truecharge 20i/40i
can also perform equalization charging on flooded (non-sealed or
wet) batteries, as recommended by battery manufacturers.
Important Safety Instructions
Warning: A risk of electric shock exists inside this product.
The Truecharge 20i/40i contains no user-serviceable
components. Do not disassemble the charger: take it to a
qualified service person when service or repair is required.
ncorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electrical shock
or fire. Contact your dealer or the manufacturer for service
information.
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Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, always
disconnect AC power from your Truecharge 20i/40i before
attempting any maintenance.
Warning: Risk of explosion. Never allow a spark or flame in
the vicinity of a battery or engine. Be sure the battery com-
partment is well ventilated.
Warning: This equipment contains components which tend
to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion do not
install in compartments containing batteries or flammable
materials or in locations which require ignition-protected
equipment.
Caution: Use the Truecharge 20i/40i for charging 12 V LEAD-
AC D batteries only. Do not attempt to charge a battery which
is not rated at 12 volts. Damage to the battery and/or charger
may result.
Installation
ocation:
The Truecharge 20i/40i must be installed in a location that meets the
following requirements:
1) Dry - Do not allow water or other fluids to drip or splash on the
Truecharge 20i/40i.
2) Cool - Ambient air temperature should be between 0ºC and 40ºC
3) Ventilated - Allow at least 10 cm of clearance around the
Truecharge 20i/40i for air flow. Ensure that the ventilation openings
on the unit are not obstructed.
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4) Safe - Do not install the Truecharge 20i/40i in the same compartment
as batteries or flammable liquids such as gasoline.
5) Close to battery/batteries - Avoid excessive cable lengths. Use
recommended wire sizes and locate the charger as far away from
the battery as the DC cables permit. Do not install the Truecharge
20i/40i closer than 0.7 m to a battery unless it is in a separate
compartment.
Mounting:
Your Truecharge 20i/40i should be mounted securely to a vertical
surface, with the AC input at the top and the DC output at the bottom.
Mounting hardware should be size M4 (4 mm) or larger.
AC Wiring:
Warning: Shock hazard. The Truecharge 20i/40i must be
properly grounded to reduce risk of electrical shock. The AC
power supply cord and plug used must have a ground conductor
and the socket must be able to accept the plug without modi-
fication. Have an electrician install proper wiring and sockets
if they are not already installed.
Warning: Fire and shock hazard. AC wiring should only be
performed by a qualified electrician and must be done in
accordance with local electrical codes.
Warning: Risk of explosion. Connect the Truecharge 20i/40i
to AC power after connecting to the battery, and disconnect
AC input power before disconnecting from battery. This will
reduce the likelihood of sparking.
n order to connect your Truecharge 20i/40i to AC power, you will
require an approved supply cord that matches the 230 VAC
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