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Xantrex Truecharge2 User Manual

Xantrex Truecharge2
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Owner’s Guide
TC2 204060 Series BattChg Owners Guide.book Page i Friday, July 8, 2011 11:44 AM
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Xantrex Truecharge2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandXantrex
ModelTruecharge2
CategoryBattery Charger
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Guide

Purpose

Explains the owner's guide's aim for installation, troubleshooting, operation, and maintenance.

Scope

Outlines guide content: safety, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.

Audience

Identifies users/installers, highlighting required knowledge and experience.

Conventions Used

Explains symbols and terminology used in the guide for safety and clarity.

Important Safety Instructions

Precautions When Working With Batteries

Precautions When Preparing to Charge

Precautions When Placing the Battery Charger

FCC Information to the User

Introduction

Truecharge2 Battery Charger Unit

Details the items included with the Truecharge2 Battery Charger unit.

Product Features and Protections

Lists the main features and built-in protection mechanisms of the charger.

Truecharge 2 Battery Charger Features

Front Panel Overview

Describes the components and controls located on the front of the Truecharge2 Battery Charger.

Rear Panel Overview

Details the various connection ports and components on the rear of the charger.

Onboard Display Panel

Describes the controls and indicators on the charger's display panel.

Installation Preparation

Tools and Materials for Installation

Lists the necessary tools and materials for mounting and connecting the charger.

Installation Location Requirements

Details the environmental and physical requirements for installing the Truecharge2 Battery Charger.

Wiring and Protection Standards

Explains wiring standards, fuse sizes, and electrical codes for installation.

Minimum Battery Bank Size

Specifies the minimum battery bank capacity (Ah) required for each charger model.

Charger Installation Steps

Mounting and Grounding

Guides on securely installing the charger and connecting the DC chassis ground.

DC and AC Wiring

Details DC/AC wiring connections and the final power-up sequence.

Parallel Charger Configuration

Parallel Setup Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for connecting multiple chargers in parallel for increased capacity.

Parallel Operation Management

Covers powering up, charging, configuration, equalization, and fault handling in parallel mode.

Battery Installation and Charging

Battery Replacement and Configuration

Provides instructions for replacing batteries and setting up voltage and temperature parameters.

Charging Modes and Voltage Setpoints

Details multi-stage, three-stage, and two-stage charging processes, and voltage setpoints.

Battery Detection and DC Load Handling

Covers battery qualification, temperature considerations, and operating DC loads.

Charger Configuration

Charger Mode Configuration

Guides on selecting the charger's operating mode (e.g., 3-Stage, 2-Stage).

Battery Type Configuration

Details how to select the correct battery type for optimal charging.

Battery Charging Procedure

Battery Charging Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for charging batteries with the Truecharge2 charger.

Flooded Battery Equalization

Equalization Procedure

Outlines the procedure for performing an equalization charge on compatible batteries.

Charger Operating States

Accessing Charger Status

Onboard Display Information Interpretation

Explains how to interpret LEDs, status reports during charging, and standby modes.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Display Troubleshooting

Addresses no AC power, initial display test failures, and LED status interpretation.

Charging Performance Issues

Covers slow/fast charging, low voltage after charge, and equalization failures.

Product Specifications

Physical Specifications

Lists physical dimensions, weight, and connection types for the charger.

AC Input Specifications

Details AC input voltage range, current draw, power factor, and frequency.

DC Output Specifications

Provides details on DC output voltage, current, equalization, and voltage accuracy.

Environmental Specifications

Outlines operating temperature, storage, and humidity requirements.

Charger Protection Features

Electrical Protection Details

Covers protection against reverse polarity, over-voltage, over-temperature, and under-temperature conditions.

Safety and EMC Approvals

Lists safety and EMC compliance standards for North America, EU, and Australia.

Warranty and Returns

Warranty Terms and Service

Outlines the product warranty, what Xantrex covers, and how to get service.

Warranty Proof and Exclusions

Specifies required documentation and lists warranty exclusions and limitations.

Return Material Authorization (RMA)

Explains the policy and procedure for returning products for repair or service.

System Information for Service

Provides fields to record system details for customer service contact.

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