ProMariner ProIsoCharge User Manual
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ProIsoCharge Series Instruction Manual
Models Part No. Volts Amps Alternator Input Battery Output
ProIsoCharge120 1•2 23121 12 120 1 2
ProIsoCharge180 1
ProIsoCharge120 1
ProIsoCharge250 1
ProIsoCharge180 1
ProIsoCharge250 1
ProIsoCharge130 2
ProIsoCharge60 1
ProIsoCharge100 1
ProIsoCharge60 1
ProIsoCharge150 1
ProIsoCharge100 1
ProIsoCharge150 1
ProIsoCharge80 2
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the ProIsoCharge Series.
Please save and read all safety, operating and installation instructions before installing
your ProIsoCharge unit.
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2 23122 12 180 1 2
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3 23124 12 120 1 3
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2 23123 12 250 1 2
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3 23125 12 180 1 3
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3 23126 12 250 1 3
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4 23127 12 130 2 4
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2 23241 24 60 1 2
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2 23242 24 100 1 2
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3 23245 24 60 1 3
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2 23243 24 150 1 2
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3 23246 24 100 1 3
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3 23247 24 150 1 3
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4 23248 24 80 2 4
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Table of Contents
Introduction... 2
Important Safety Instructions… 2-6
Installation... 7-10
General Operation... 11
Maintenance... 12
Troubleshooting... 13
Warranty Information... 14
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of your new ProMariner ProIsoCharge Advanced Digital Charge
Distribution and Battery Isolation System. This unit offers the following features and benefits:
Seamless charging of up to 4 battery banks
0.0% voltage drop insuring maximum charging capability
Priority setting for the START battery to ensure a completely charged start battery
isolation/back feed protection between battery banks to prevent banks from
discharging neighboring banks
High voltage protection in the event of a charging source malfunction
High output protection to prevent overcharged banks from damaging neighboring banks
Use on single alternators, dual alternators, single-bank chargers, solar or wind charge applications
Waterproof housing contributes to long life and expanded installation options
Unpacking And Inspection:
Thoroughly inspect your ProIsoCharge unit. The package should contain the following:
1) ProIsoCharge
2) Hard Plastic Terminal Cover
3) Rubber terminal cover boots
4) Parts package including:
a. Owners/Installation manual
b. Warranty Card
DAMAGE – If any parts are missing or damaged, or the unit has been damaged in
shipping contact ProMariner Customer Service at 1-800-824-0524, please do not
take it back to place of purchase.
DO NOT attempt to install or operate the unit if it has been damaged in any way.
How Does This Unit Work?
The ProIsoCharge is installed between the charging source and multiple battery banks. The
ProIsoCharge is activated by the ignition feed (key on position) indicating to the unit that
charging will begin. When the unit is off, it draws no power. The unit will self-test on each
start-up, and begin assessment of the connected batteries conditions.
Beginning with the Start Battery, the unit will charge to 13.3V and then begin charging the
second bank and then the third. Once all banks are at least 13.3V, the unit brings all 4 banks
on line for charging. This process could take seconds or minutes depending on the state of
charge of each bank.
The solid state circuitry can also control backfeeding or when a heavy load such as a windless
attempts to draw from a neighboring bank; the unit will direct the charge to the bank under
load. After the bank under load is fully charged, the rest come on line.
There are many uses for the ProIsoCharge. ANY charging source such as a single output
ProMariner Battery Charger or an alternative energy source such as a wind generator or solar
panel can become a multi-bank charging system.
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Warning
DO NOT attempt to install or operate the unit if it has been damaged in any way.
IMPORTANT NOTICE – PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE
INSTALLING YOUR PROISOCHARGE SERIES.
This manual is written to assist in the installation of your new ProIsoCharge; however, since
this is a permanent DC hardwired installation, ProMariner strongly recommends that a Certified
Marine Electrical Technician
the installation. The ProIsoCharge unit you have purchased was constructed to the safety
standards of the ABYC to prevent fire and electrocution; the installation must conform to
these same industry standards. For more information on ABYC, their Standards and Technical
Information reports for Small Craft and to find a certified technician near you, visit www.abyc.com.
CAUTION: To preclude a safety hazard, all existing DC electrical components (e.g. wire,
fuses, circuit breakers, battery switches, and connections) must be inspected for proper
condition prior to installation. Failure to confirm adequate condition and proper installation
to ABYC standard E-11 AC & DC electrical systems on board boats may result in a dangerous
condition and/or premature failure of this or other installed electrical components. Any and
all areas of the existing system that are found not in compliance with ABYC E-11 must be
replaced prior to installation.
CAUTION: If you are replacing an existing battery charger please disconnect the battery
charger output cables from the existing charger AND the battery(s). Do not use existing cables
if they are not in compliance with the sizes detailed in this manual. If you have any doubt
about your ability to fuse and wire this unit correctly PLEASE refer to www.abyc.com for a
list of certified electricians in your area that are qualified to perform this installation to the
ABYC standards.
Designed, Constructed and Tested to:
WARNING: LOW VOLTAGE / ATTENTION : BASSE TENSION
ELECTRICAL BURN AND SPARK HAZARD. BEFORE OPENING DISCONNECT CHARGER CONNECTIONS AT BATTERY(S).
(DANGER DE BRULURES ELECTRIQUE ET ETINCELLES). AVANT D'OUVRIR LA BOITE DECONNECTER LES
CONNECTIONS ENTRE CHARGEUR ET BATTERIE.
WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT :
DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR SPRAY / NE PAS EXPOSER AUX INTEMPÉRIES
CAUTION:
- HOT SURFACES - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, DO NOT TOUCH.
- RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. RETURN TO MANUFACTURER FOR SERVICING
- THIS CHARGER IS MEANT FOR CONTINUOUS DUTY
- IGNITION PROTECTED
- FOR MARINE USE
ATTENTION :
- SURFACES CHAUDE-NE PAS TOUCHER, RISQUES DE BRULURES
- RISQUE DE CHOCS ELECTRIQUE-RETOURNER AU FABRIQUANT POUR SERVICE.
- CE CHARGEUR EST FABRIQUE POUR LE DEVOIR CONTINU
- PROTÉGÉ CONTRE L’EXPLOSION
- POUR UTILIZATION MARINE
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trained by the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) perform
Warning
Before connecting to batteries read all instructions and cautionary markings
on the battery charger and batteries. Do not discard this manual, save it for
future reference.
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important safety, operating and installation
instructions for the ProIsoCharge Series. Do not discard this manual, save it for future reference.
2. Do not expose to rain or snow.
3. Use of attachments not recommended or sold by Professional Mariner, LLC will void warranty
and may result in a risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury.
4. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, direct hit of force, been dropped
or otherwise damaged in any way.
5. Do not disassemble the battery charger. If service or repair is required please contact customer service
at 1-800-824-0524. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
6. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, remove 120 volt or 240 volt AC shore power. Also remove DC
battery connections prior to any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FIRE, EXPLOSION OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK
- Make connection in an open atmosphere free of explosive fumes.
- Make connection in a secure manner that will avoid contact with water.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a) WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON,
IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU
READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
b) To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of a battery(s).
Review cautionary markings on these products.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
a) Someone should be within the range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid
when working near a Lead-acid battery.
b) Have plenty of soap and water nearby in case battery acid comes in contact with skin,
clothes or eyes.
c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
near battery(s).
d) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid
enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.
e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.
Incorrect assembly may result in electrical shock or fire.
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