GSL BC240-1201, BC240-1202 Operating Instructions Manual
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Model:
BC240-1201 [3.5 Amp] &
BC240-1202 [6 Amp]
Unit 2, 1 St James Place, Seven Hills ,NSW, 2147, Australia
3.5 Amp and 6 Amp
Linear Battery Chargers
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions before use
The GSL Model BC240-1201 & BC240-1202 Battery Chargers are a 2 mode boost and oat Charger utilising linear
technology and are designed to charge 12 Volt Lead Acid Batteries.
Battery Charger Operation:
As a lead acid battery charger, the unit provides a safe method of restoring discharged batteries, via Boost and Float
Mode circuitry.
Boost Mode – The ‘Boost’ mode has been designed to automatically charge batteries at a faster rate. Once the bat-
tery voltage reaches approximately 80 % of charge the unit then switches automatically to oat mode.
Float Mode – In this mode the battery charger output current is reduced to below 1A. The battery is eventually
brought up to a 100% recharge level and is constantly maintained at that level with the charger supplying just
enough current to maintain the battery at full capacity.
Colour Condition
Red - Boost Battery charging at full output.
Yellow - Float Battery charging in oat mode.
Green - Power Indicates that the AC power is available.
Red & Yellow - Transition The charger is moving from bulk to oat mode.
Indicator Showing Battery Status :
Installation & Safety Precautions:
1. This appliance is not meant for use by young children or inrm persons without supervision.
2. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3. During charging process, do not use a naked ame near a battery, due to gases emitted from the battery,
which may ignite and explode.
4. Never smoke or light cigarettes near a battery
.
5. Do not place tools on top of battery or allow tools to fall on battery.
6. Always wear eye protection near a charging battery.
7. Ensure a “well” ventilated area is used when testing or re-charging batteries.
8. Ensure ventilation is adequate and venting holes are not obstructed. Inadequate ventilation may over-heat the
unit and cause inefcient operation.
9. The battery charger is intended for internal use only. Do not expose it to extreme weather conditions e.g. rain
or dampness.
10. If skin or clothing comes into contact with acid, ush the area(s) with water immediately.
Seek medical attention if necessary.
11. The battery charger contains hazardous voltages. There are no user serviceable components inside. If the AC
supply cord is damaged, in order to avoid a hazard it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualied person.
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Model:
BC240-1201 [3.5 Amp] &
BC240-1202 [6 Amp]
Unit 2, 1 St James Place, Seven Hills ,NSW, 2147, Australia
3.5 Amp and 6 Amp
Linear Battery Chargers
Operating Instructions
Please read these instructions before use
Battery Charging Times:
The question of “how long will my battery take to re-charge” is always asked. Firstly, the charge rate (CR) of a
battery is rated in Amps and the battery capacity (C) in Amp Hours. The battery manufacturer for each battery type
normally states this CR. As a rule of thumb, a lead acid battery generally should be charged under 1/5 of C.
For example if you have a 50Ah battery, the recommended max. charging current is : 50 / 5 = 10A.
The majority of the battery capacity would normally be charged in 5 hours using a 10 Amp battery charger.
Similarly it would take approximately 10 hours to charge a battery with a 5 Amp battery charger.
*Please note the gures quoted above could vary depending on the battery condition.
Warranty Conditions: The product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of 24 months from the date of sale. This warranty covers defective parts and
workmanship provided that the product is shipped prepaid to the seller within 24 months of purchase of goods.
This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement (at the manufacturers’ discretion) of parts and shipping
prepaid to the original despatch destination. We regret that no liability can be accepted for consequential or special
damages of any kind howsoever arising in connection with products supplied by the seller. This warranty is in lieu
of all other warranties expressed or implied. No representative is authorised to assume for the seller any other
liability in connection with the seller’s products.
Procedures for Charging a Discharged Battery:
The charger is intended for 12V lead acid batteries with a capacity ranging from 10AH to 50AH.
To avoid reverse polarity connection, the charger output leads are tted with coloured battery clips for
easy identication:
Red for (+) Positive pole and Black for (–) Negative pole.
1. Before connecting charger to battery, ensure that 240VAC power is switched off.
2. Disconnect all battery cables i.e. vehicle battery cables etc.
3. Remove cell caps from battery and check electrolyte levels in each cell with hydrometer. Ensure that
electrolyte levels cover all plates in each cell completely.
4. Connect (+) positive and (–) negative clips to the respective battery terminals, ensuring a rm connection.
5. Connect battery charger to 240VAC power point and switch ON.
6. During the charging process the battery may be bubbling and emitting gases. This is quite normal.
7. When the battery is fully charged, switch 240VAC power OFF and remove the charger cables from the battery.
12V Battery Charger
FLOAT
BOOST
POWER
FUSE
Red
Black
3 Pin AC Plug
12V Lead
Acid Battery
+ Pos
- Neg
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Prolonged output short circuit (above 20 seconds) or polarity reversal may require replacement of the
output lead 5A 12V output blade fuse for BC240-1201 and 10A 12V blade fuse for BC240-1202. If the
Yellow & Red lights are not lit, check fuse and replace with the correct type (As per your model) if
necessary.
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