Energic Plus TST-D Operating Instructions Manual
Operating Instructions
User ManUal
TST-D Battery Chargers
Users Manual 2013
www.energicplus.com
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INDEX
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SHOCK PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BURN AND BODILY INJURY PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ARCING AND BURNING OF CONNECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
MEDICAL AND FIRST AID TREATMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
DESCRIPTION OF THE CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
INSTALLATION OF THE CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
INTERNAL VIEW OF THE CHARGER, CABINET A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
INTERNAL VIEW OF THE CHARGER, CABINET B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
AC VOLTAGE SELECTION 3 x 240/480 V (not for 600V input models) . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AC INPUT VOLTAGE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
GROUNDING AND LINE CONNECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
HOW TO USE THE CHARGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PRELIMINARY CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
BATTERY CONNECTION, VOLTAGE CHECK AND AUTOSTART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
CHARGE PROCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
AUTOMATIC DATA SAVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
AUTOMATIC AND MANUAL CHARGE TERMINATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
EQUALIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
Before you start using your Energic Plus battery charger, please take the time to read these
instructions carefully.
The owner’s manual is an important part of the charger. It’s recommended to keep it in good
condition for the lifetime of the charger. It should be kept in a dry and clean place, always
available to the users.
To indicate important instructions, the following blocks are used throughout this manual.
CAUTION!
This operation can be dangerous for the user.
ATTENTION!
This operation is important for the functionality and reliability of the charger.
GENERAL
Battery charging products can cause serious injury or death, or damage to other equipment or property, if
the operator does not strictly observe all safety rules and take precautionary actions. Safe practices must
be learned through study and training before using this equipment. Only qualied personnel should install,
use, or service this equipment.
SHOCK PREVENTION
Bare conductors, or terminals in the output circuit, or ungrounded, electrically-live equipment can fatally
shock a person. To protect against shock, have competent electrician verify that the equipment is adequately
grounded and learn what terminals and parts are electrically HOT.
The body’s electrical resistance is decreased when wet, permitting dangerous current to ow through the
body. Do not work in damp area without being extremely careful. Stand on dry rubber mat or dry wood and
use insulating gloves when dampness or sweat cannot be avoided. Keep clothing dry.
INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING - A power disconnect switch must be located at the equipment.
Check the data label for voltage and phase requirements. If only 3-phase power is available, connect single-phase equipment to ONLY TWO WIRES of the 3-phase line.
DO NOT CONNECT the equipment grounding conductor to the third live wire of the 3-phase line as this
makes the equipment frame electrically HOT, which can cause a fatal shock. If a grounding conductor is part
of the power supply cable, be sure to connect it to a properly grounded switch box or building ground. If not
part of the supply cable, use a separate grounding conductor. Don’t remove a ground prong from any plug.
Use correct mating receptacles. Check ground for electrical continuity before using equipment. The grounding conductor must be of a size equal to or larger than the size of the line conductors.
CHARGING LEADS – Inspect leads often for damage to the insulation. Replace or repair cracked or worn
leads immediately. Use leads having sucient capacity to carry the operating current without overheating.
Don’t replace the original cables with longer cables. Don’t use additional cables to lenghten the original
connections.
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BATTERY TERMINALS – Do not touch battery terminals while equipment is operating.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE – Shut OFF all power at the disconnect switch or line breaker BEFORE
inspecting, adjusting, or servicing the equipment. Lock switch OPEN (or remove line fuses) so that the power
cannot be turned ON accidentally. Disconnect power to equipment if it is to be left unattended or out of
service. Disconnect battery from charger. Keep inside parts clean and dry. Dirt and/or moisture can cause
insulation failure. This failure can result in high voltage at the charger output.
BURN AND BODILY INJURY PREVENTION
The battery produces very high currents when short circuited, and will burn the skin severely if in contact
with any metal conductor that is carrying this current. Do not permit rings on ngers to come in contact
with battery terminals or the cell connectors on top of the battery. Battery acid is very corrosive. Always wear
correct eye and body protection when near batteries.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION
When batteries are being recharged, they generate hydrogen gas that is explosive in certain concentrations
in air (the ammability or explosive limits are 4.1% to 72% hydrogen in air). The spark-retarding vents help
slow the rate of release of hydrogen, but the escaping hydrogen may form an explosive atmosphere around
the battery if ventilation is poor. The ventilation system should be designed to provide an adequate amount
of fresh air for the number of batteries being charged. This is essential to prevent an explosion. Always keep
sparks, ames, burning cigarettes, and other sources of ignition away from the battery recharging area. Do
not break “live” circuits at the terminals of batteries. Do not lay tools or anything that is metallic on top of any
battery.
ARCING AND BURNING OF CONNECTOR
To prevent arcing and burning of the connector contacts, be sure the charger is OFF before connecting or
disconnecting the battery. The ammeter should NOT indicate current ow.
MEDICAL AND FIRST AID TREATMENT
First aid facilities and a qualied rst aid person should be available for each shift for immediate treatment of
electrical shock victims.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID: Call physician and ambulance immediately and use First Aid
techniques recommended by the American Red Cross.
DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN BE FATAL.
If person is unconscious and electric shock is suspected, do not touch person if he or she is
in contact with charging equipment, battery, charging leads, or other live electrical parts.
Disconnect power at wall switch and then use First Aid.
Dry wood, wooden broom, and other insulating material can be used to move cables, if
necessary, away from person.
In case of acid in the eyes, ush very well with clean water and obtain professional medical
attention immediately.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE CHARGER
(about 16% of battery capacity)
Energic Plus TST-D battery chargers have been designed to charge Pb batteries.
These units convert the AC main supply in a DC output at the correct voltage, in order to
charge the battery cells.
The microprocessor controlled electronic card is used to monitor the state of the charge, and automatically
turn the charger o when the battery is fully charged.
The charge current follows the Wa curve, and the operation is fully automatic.
Current
Voltage
Initial Current
Voltage = 2.40 V/cell
Current = 50% of Initial current
Voltage = 2.00 V/cell
Voltage
Current
Time
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INSTALLATION OF THE CHARGER
Conditions of use:
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 45°C
• Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C
• Relative humidity: less than 75%
CAUTION!
Risk of electrical shock!
The charger must be installed by qualied personnel only.
To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Don’t use the unit in presence of ammable gas, because it can generate sparks.
ATTENTION!
Make sure that the unit’s maximum input power (reported on the data label) is available from
your power supply, and verify that the unit’s operating voltage is correct.
Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup.
Don’t place the unit near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
ATTENTION!
The proper setting of the power transformer taps is fundamental for the correct
operation of the charger.
If the real AC input voltage is dierent than the AC nominal voltage to which the charger is set,
the charging current of the charger may be signicantly dierent than the nominal current
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