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La Marche A36D Series User Manual

La Marche A36D Series
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MODEL A36D SERIES - INSTRUCTIONS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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A36D
SERIES
BATTERY CHARGER
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
TELECOMMUNICATION
APPLICATIONS
ECN/DATE
CPN42892
18985 – 4/11 16816 - 2/06 14575 – 2/01
21063
2/16
17650 – 11/07 15349-06-6/02 13608 – 1/00
106 BRADROCK DRIVE
DES PLAINES, IL. 60018
(847) 299-1188
FAX: (847) 299-3061
ISSUE DATE: 13175 - 9/99
INSTRUCTION DRAWING NUMBER:
P25-
LA36DSERIES-1
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La Marche A36D Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Float VoltageAdjustable
Equalize VoltageAdjustable
CoolingConvection
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
Input Voltage120/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 Phase
Output Voltage12/24/48 VDC
Operating Temperature-20°C to +50°C
ComplianceUL, CE
Protection FeaturesOverload, short circuit
MeteringDigital display for voltage and current
AlarmsOvervoltage, undervoltage, overtemperature, AC failure

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Rules

Covers essential safety instructions and warnings for operation and maintenance.

Explosive Gas Hazards

Warns about the danger of explosive gases generated by batteries during operation.

Personal Precautions

Essential personal protective measures when working near batteries.

Installation & Connection Safety

Guidelines for unit location, grounding, and DC connections for safe operation.

RECEIVING AND GENERAL EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

Receiving Instructions

Procedures for inspecting and handling equipment upon arrival and reporting damage.

Handling Equipment

Warnings and advice for safely handling heavy and top-heavy equipment.

Nomenclature Plates

Equipment is identified by part number on the nomenclature plate.

Adjustments and Settings

Notes that equipment is factory adjusted and should not be altered unless necessary.

Spare Parts Information

Recommendation to purchase spare parts and contact the Parts Department.

1.0 GENERAL

2.0 OUTPUT RATINGS

Details the DC voltage and current output specifications for the A36D series.

3.0 INPUT RATINGS

3.1 AC VOLTAGE

Specifies the AC input voltage ranges and requirements for different models.

3.2 INPUT FREQUENCY RANGE

Defines the acceptable input frequency range for nominal 50 Hz and 60 Hz operation.

3.3 INPUT CURRENT

Refers to Table 1 for input current ratings at 100% load.

4.0 STANDARD FEATURES

4.1 INPUT PROTECTION

Describes the AC input protection via circuit breakers for safe operation.

4.2 OUTPUT PROTECTION

Details the DC output protection using breakers or fuses.

4.3 HIGH-VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN

Explains the circuit that shuts down output if voltage exceeds a preset value.

4.4 REMOTE SENSING

Describes the feature to move voltage sensing to compensate for cable voltage drops.

4.5 STATUS/ALARM INDICATORS

Alarm Relays

Details the rating and function of alarm relay contacts for external monitoring.

Indicator LEDs

Describes AC ON, High/Low Voltage/Current, Summary Fail, Float, Equalize, and DC Fuse LEDs.

4.6 PARALLELING

4.7 LOAD SHARING

Unit Operations and Specifications

Current Walk In and Emergency Restoration

Explains gradual current increase and emergency battery connection procedures.

Meters and Mounting

Details unit meters and mounting requirements for different case types.

Electronic Equalize Timer

Describes the microprocessor-based timer for programmable equalize cycles.

5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS

5.1 OPERATING AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

Specifies the operating temperature range from 0-50 degrees C.

5.2 STORAGE TEMPERATURE

Defines the storage temperature range from -40 to +85 degrees C.

5.3 HUMIDITY

States the operating humidity range is 0-95% non-condensing.

5.6 ALTITUDE

5.7 HEAT DISSIPATION

5.8 VENTILATION

5.9 AUDIBLE NOISE

6.0 INSTALLATION INFORMATION

6.1 MINIMUM WIRE SIZES

Lists minimum AC input and DC output wire size requirements for safe installation.

6.2 WIRE SIZE TABLE

Refers to Table 2 for wire size requirements based on fuse size.

6.3 NATIONAL CODES

6.4 FIELD GROUND TERMINAL

6.5 MOUNTING

6.6 POWER CABLING FORMULAS

7.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS & FIELD WIRING

7.1 AC INPUT

Instructions for connecting the AC input source, checking voltage, and determining breaker/wire size.

7.2 DC OUTPUT

7.3 REMOTE VOLTAGE SENSING

7.4 REMOTE EQUALIZE TERMINALS

7.5 LOAD SHARING

8.0 OPERATION

8.1 START UP

Steps for starting up the unit after all connections are made.

8.2 CAPACITOR PRE-CHARGE INSTRUCTIONS

Critical steps for pre-charging capacitors before connecting the battery to prevent damage.

9.0 ALARM LIGHTS AND SET POINTS

9.1 Alarm Lights

Describes the function of various alarm LEDs (AC On, Blown DC Protection, Summary, Float/Equalize).

9.2 HIGH VOLTAGE

Explains the high voltage alarm LED and its factory set point.

9.3 HIGH VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN (HVSD)

Details the HVSD circuit, set point, and tripping mechanism for protection.

9.4 LOW VOLTAGE/DIFFERENTIAL (DIFF)

Describes the low voltage alarm LED and its factory set point.

9.5 LOW CURRENT

Explains the low current alarm LED and its function.

9.6 CURRENT LIMIT ADJUST

Details the adjustable current limit feature and its range.

9.7 FLOAT ADJUSTMENT

9.8 EQUALIZE ADJUSTMENT

10.0 ALARMS AND AUTOMATIC EQUALIZE TIMER

Alarm Descriptions

Lists the six alarms for customer hookup including high/low voltage/current and summary alarms.

Alarm Contact Ratings

Specifies the maximum contact ratings for the alarm relays used.

10.1 ADJUSTMENTS & SET POINTS

10.2 ELECTRONIC EQUALIZE TIMER

10.3 TIMER MODES

11.0 CIRCUIT DESCRIPTIONS

11.1 CIRCUIT OPERATION

Explains the controlled ferroresonant circuit design and its key components.

11.2 S2A-205 REGULATOR ASSEMBLY

Describes the regulator assembly responsible for sensing and controlling output.

11.3 S2A-198 ALARM INTERFACE BOARD

Details the alarm interface board containing relays for various alarms.

11.4 AC12-1 POWER FAILURE SWITCH

Explains the switch that cuts off bleeder resistor during AC failure.

11.5 S2A-149 SNUBBER

Describes the circuit used for voltage suppression for the triac switch.

11.6 BLOWN DC PROTECTION INDICATOR

Explains the indicator for the main DC protection device.

11.7 S2A-255 PROGRAMMING AND TRIAC GATE RESISTOR INTERFACE

12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

12.1 GENERAL INSPECTION

Steps for a general inspection before complex testing and troubleshooting.

12.2 SERVICE INFORMATION

Information needed when calling for troubleshooting assistance from the manufacturer.

12.3 SYMPTOMS & CAUSES

Lists common symptoms and their potential causes for diagnosis.

12.3.1 AC Breaker trips

12.3.2 Open DC Protection

12.3.3 Charger operates but output voltage/current is low

12.3.4 Charger operates but output voltage is high

12.3.5 Ground and short circuit test

12.4 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPLACING THE TRIAC

12.5 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPLACING POWER SILICON DIODES / MODULES

12.6 CHECKING CAPACITORS

General Maintenance Procedure

Yearly Maintenance

Routine maintenance tasks to be performed annually for optimal performance.

4th Year Maintenance

Additional checks to be performed during the 4th year of service.

7th Year Maintenance

Replacement of filter, resonating capacitors, and control relays at 7 years.

10th Year Maintenance

Checks for magnetics, components, and wiring for excessive heat at 10 years.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY

MANUFACTURER'S EXTENDED PARTS WARRANTY

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