Standard and Protection Features
975-0402-01-01 1–3
This guide for use by qualified installers only
The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger provides the following protec-
tion features:
• reverse polarity protection via an output fuse to guard
against reverse battery polarity
• AC input out-of-range protection shutdown
• ambient over temperature protection shutdown
• battery over-charging protection
• electronic current limiting provides protection against
short circuit conditions on the charger’s output
• ignition protected rating, enabling installation in engine
spaces
• isolated design
• over temperature and short circuit protection for the BTS
and communication connector ports
• drip-proof rubber boots for DC terminals for added
moisture protection
• IP-32 drip protection rating
1
• fan lockout protection
The optional Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) provides these pro-
tection features:
• battery under temperature charging protection preventing
battery charging at -20 °C or below
• charging current compensation for different battery
temperatures
1.In two specific installation orientations–see “Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger Mounting
Orientations” on page 2–7.
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