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Rev AA January 2018
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DO NOT DESTROY THIS BOOK
Model: LTC1 (Standard)
&
LTC1C (CEC)
LIFE
tech
MOD1C
Battery Charger with Wireless
Communications
Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Technical Information Overview

Charger Identification Specs

Part number, serial number, battery type, and number of cells.

Power and Capacity Specs

AC voltage, ampere-hour capacity.

Charger Electrical and Compliance Specs

AC Input Electrical Specs

AC Amps, Hertz, and Phase.

DC Output Electrical Specs

DC Volts and Max DC Current.

CEC Compliance

Explains the CEC certification logo.

Installation Procedure

Location Selection

Recommends optimal locations for trouble-free service.

Mounting Requirements

Details mounting requirements for wall cabinet chargers.

Electrical Connections

Guides on connecting input power, AC, plug polarity.

Grounding Safety

Emphasizes the importance of grounding for electrical shock prevention.

Description of Operation

General Operation

Introduces microprocessor control and battery adaptation.

Charge Initiation

Describes the process when a battery is connected.

Charging Process Details

Explains how charging current is determined and displayed.

Series Charging

Details requirements for charging batteries in series.

Glossary of Terms

BBWC Definition

Describes the unit for battery parameter monitoring.

Charging Profile Types

Defines various charging profiles like Ionic, Evolution, etc.

Cold Storage Profile

Profile for batteries in cold storage applications.

Equalization Charging

Balances electrolyte densities after normal charging.

Glossary of Terms (Continued)

OPPOR Charging Profile

Profile for opportunity charging, start rate, equalize req.

Block Out Time Function

Inhibits charging during a specified time window.

Refresh Charging Mode

Maintenance charging to retain battery charge.

Operating Instructions

Charger Compatibility

Charger compatibility with battery voltages.

Battery Recognition System

Automatic battery recognition by microprocessor.

BBWC Communication

Explains BBWC™ adapter for data transfer.

Control Panel Overview

Graphical Display Function

Displays charger operation info and menus.

Navigation Controls

Describes UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, ENTER/STOP&START buttons.

Status Indicator Lights

Explains RED, YELLOW, GREEN, BLUE indicator lights.

USB Port Functionality

For downloading memos and uploading software.

Menu Access and Navigation

Main Menu Interface

Shows the main menu interface.

Menu Navigation Steps

How to access main menu and navigate.

Available Menu Options

Lists available menu functions (Logs, Settings, USB, Password, Charger).

Logs and Memorization Data

Memorization Display Screen

Displays details of the last 200 charge cycles.

Viewing Charge Cycle Data

Steps to view memorized charge cycle data.

Memorization Data Fields

Describes data fields like S/N, Capacity, U batt, etc.

Status and Settings

Status Screen Details

Displays charger's internal counters and status.

Status Definitions

Explains Charge, Complete, Partial, DF1-5, TH, DFC status types.

General Settings Configuration

Configures date, time, language, region, and display.

USB Functions and Password

USB Data Management

Stores, downloads, and updates using USB stick.

Password Entry Procedure

Procedure for entering password for service menus.

Charger Information

Charger Information Display

Shows charger configuration and output current.

Information Field Descriptions

Details like Profile, Temperature, Capacity, Max Current.

Charger Modules

Charger Module Display

Shows total output current and module voltages.

Module Information Details

Details for IBat and MOD1-MOD6 modules.

Advanced Settings and Configuration

Required Setup Parameters

Details default factory settings for charger configuration.

Profile Specific Settings

Sets up various charging profiles and battery parameters.

Charge Configuration Parameters

Charging Profiles Selection

Selection of appropriate charging profiles for applications.

Auto Start and Delay Settings

Configures automatic or manual start and delays.

Daily and Block Out Charges

Configures daily charge and block out time windows.

Charge Configuration Parameters (Continued)

Floating Charge Configuration

Configures float mode, current, and voltage.

Conditional Charge Settings

Sets charge percentage based on discharge depth.

Battery Rest and Refresh

Sets battery rest time and refresh charging mode.

Charge Configuration Parameters (Continued)

Battery Parameter Settings

Configures NB Cells, Cap Man/Auto, Capacity, Temp.

LM;EB and Cable Options

LM/EB option and DC cable length/gauge selection.

Charge Configuration Parameters (Continued)

Equalization Settings

Configures manual current, time, delay, and frequency.

Option Tests and Network

Tests operation and configures network protocol/baud rate.

Charging the Battery

Charger Idle Display

Shows information when the charger is idle.

Charger Type Display

Displays charger type, profile, and firmware version.

System Time and Date

Shows current system time and date.

Battery Connection Prompt

Prompts user to connect the battery.

Starting a Charge Cycle

Automatic Charge Start

Charger starts automatically or via button.

Delayed Start Function

Charging begins after a programmed delay.

Count Down Display

Shows time remaining before programmed charging starts.

BBWC Integration

How BBWC™ affects charging start and data acquisition.

Charge Display Monitoring

Charge Display Information

Alternating display of voltage, current, temp, Ah, etc.

Charge Monitoring Details

Explains specific data points like Charge Voltage, Current, Battery S/N.

End of Charge Display

End of Charge Without Equalization

Indicates completion and availability.

End of Charge with Equalization

Explains manual or automatic equalization start.

End of Charge Procedures

Manual Equalize Start

How to manually start equalization.

Automatic Equalize Start

Automatic equalization based on programming.

Fault Codes and Troubleshooting

Fault Display Screen

Shows fault codes on the display.

Fault Code Definitions

Lists faults (DF1-DF5, TH) with cause and solution.

Fault Codes and Troubleshooting (Continued)

Additional Fault Definitions

Lists more faults (BAT TEMP, MOD TH, MOD DFC, DF ID, Battery Balance, High temp).

Maintenance and Service

Safety Precautions

Warns of dangerous voltages and need for qualified personnel.

Routine Maintenance

Recommends keeping connections clean and cleaning the unit.

Component Locations

AC and DC Cable Identification

Identifies the AC and DC cable connections.

Module Slots and Fuses

Identifies module slots and DC/Backplane fuses.

Parts List

Component Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for components and accessories.

Mounting Dimensions

3 kW Cabinet Dimensions

Provides detailed physical dimensions for mounting.

Standard Technical Specifications

Part Number Specifications

Lists part numbers with AC/DC input/output specs.

CEC Technical Specifications

CEC Compliance Specs

Lists part numbers and specs compliant with CEC.

Maintenance Log

Factory Settings Log

Log for recording changes to factory settings.

Service Record Log

Log for recording service dates and descriptions.

Lifetech LTC1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLifetech
ModelLTC1
CategoryBattery Charger
LanguageEnglish