BC-1230P/ 1240P/ 1260P
Multi-Stage Battery Chargers
User Manual
Keep this manual in a safe place for quick reference at all times.
This manual contains important safety and operation instructions for correct use of the battery charger. Read through the manual
And pay special attention to the markings and labels of the charger, battery and any equipment connected into the system.
Pay special attention to these two types of notices used in this manual;
WARNING:
Failure to heed this warning may cause injury to persons and damage to Equipment.
CAUTION:
Failure to observe this warning may result in damage to equipment and improper functioning of the Charger.
WARNING:
● The charger is designed for in-door use. Protect the charger from ingress of water.
● This charger is made to charge only properly sized lead acid batteries.
● Don't recharging non-rechargeable batteries.
● Charging other types of battery or under-sized lead acid batteries may cause fire or explosion.
● Install the charger in accordance with all local codes
● Do not use the charger if it has been dropped or damaged.
● Do not remove casing of the charger, there is no user serviceable parts inside.
● Never attempt to charge a frozen battery
● Never attempt to charge a damaged battery.
● Wear protective goggles and turn your face away when connecting or disconnecting the battery.
● Never place the charger on top of a battery.
● Never smoke, use an open flame, or create sparks near battery or charger during normal charging operation as Batteries may
give out explosive gas.
● Do not charge batteries in a sealed enclosure (boxed- in) due to possible explosion of entrapped explosive gas.
● Use of accessories not recommended may cause risk of fire, electric shock or equipment damage.
● Disconnect the mains supply before connecting or disconnecting the links to the battery.
● If the charger does not work properly or if it has been damaged, unplug its AC and DC connection.
● Do not use this charger in connection with any medical device or life support system.
● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
● Battery chargers for charging automobile batteries shall not be fitted with natural rubber-sheathed supply cords.
CAUTIONS:
● Refer to battery manufacturer’s specific recommended values for battery type settings and float voltage setting.
● Ensure all ventilation ports are not obstructed for efficient fan cooling, keep loose soft material such as paper, cloth, etc. away
from the Charger
● During charging, the battery must be placed in a well ventilated area.
● If longer output charging cable are required, make sure the cable diameter is adequate for the Current & Cable length.
● AC source from portable generator:
The VA rating of a standard generator should be at least 4 times the maximum rating of the charger.
How-ever, Inverter type generators need to have only 2 to 3 times the maximum rating of the charger.
● It is recommended that the ac output is stabilized by running the generator for 2-3 minutes before switching on the charger.
● This charger is for standalone application only, parallel or series connection with another charger may cause damage to charger
and connected battery.
● AC supply cord (leads) should be at least minimum size of 3G 0.75mm
2
nominal cross-sectional area.
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