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Table of Contents
1 Introduction .................................................................................................... 5
2 General Information ...................................................................................... 5
2.1 Introduction and Checkout ................................................................. 5
2.2 Specifications ..................................................................................... 6
2.3 Standard Features ............................................................................. 6
3 Installation and Checkout ............................................................................. 6
3.1 Selection of Battery Charger Location ................................................ 6
3.2 Charger Mounting .............................................................................. 6
3.3 Routing and Connecting Battery Charger DC Output Cables............. 7
3.4 Battery Charger Parts List .................................................................. 7
4 Battery Charger Operating Procedure ......................................................... 8
4.1 Charger Setup .................................................................................... 8
4.2 Charging Stages ................................................................................ 8
5 Warranty ....................................................................................................... 10
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Figures
F 1 Figure 2.1-1 Vanner Max Illustration ......................................................................................... 5
F 2 Figure 3.4-1 Max Battery Charger Wiring Diagram ................................................................... 7
F 3 Figure 4.2-1 Vanner Max Three-Stage Battery Charging Graph .............................................. 8
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NOTE WARNING
Important Information Failure to observe Warning
could cause damage to
equipment or harm personnel
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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Vanner Max SP00143/181 Battery Charger. We are confident that
you will be satisfied with this charger's performance and its many features. With proper
installation and care, you can look forward to years of service from this high performance product.
This document will describe the operation, technical specifications, and installation procedures of
this product. If you require additional information please contact your dealer, or contact us directly
at the location shown on this inside cover of this manual.
2 General Information
2.1 Introduction and Checkout
The Vanner Max SP00143/181 Battery Charger is a high performance three-stage battery
charger that has the ability to precisely charge 24VDC battery banks. The Max incorporates
advanced battery charging technology, correctly charging batteries automatically at rated ampere
output rather than tapering off like some other battery chargers.
The Max's unique three-stage charging design provides precise battery charging automatically.
When plugged in, the Max enters BULK Stage and will charge at full ampere outputs for at least
20 minutes, or until the battery cells equalize at 28.6 VDC. The charger then automatically
switches to ABSORPTION stage, which maintains 28.6 VDC until the battery is fully charged. The
final FLOAT Stage will stabilize battery voltage at 26.6 VDC until the charger is unplugged or the
charger's current limit has been reached. This three-stage design keeps batteries in top condition
and minimizes battery failure, resulting in maximum battery life.
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Output:
Bulk Voltage:
Float Voltage:
Cooling:
batteries.
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2.2 Specifications
Model No.
Input:
DC Current Draw:
Ambient Temperature:
Chassis:
Weight:
Dimensions:
SP00143 SP00181
15A at 120VAC ±10%, 60Hz
41A at 24VDC Nominal
30 milliamperes (with no AC voltage applied)
28.6VDC Nominal
26.6VDC Nominal
-40 to +105°F (-40 to +40°C)
Forced Air, 100 CFM, 24VDC Fan with front to rear air flow
Steel with durable painted finish
35 lbs
9.85" W x 6.70" H x 15.75" D
2.3 Standard Features
• Fully Automatic Operation with Three-stage Battery Charging
(Bulk, Absorption, and Float Stage Charging)
• Two Year Warranty
• Over Current Protection of AC Input and DC Output to Protect Both the Charger and the
Batteries
• Durable Steel Enclosure
• 3 Status LEDs Describe the Status of the Charger (Green/Amber), or Over
Temperature/Shutdown (Red) Condition
3 Installation and Checkout
3.1 Selection of Battery Charger Location
NOTE
Charger should not
be installed in same
compartment as
• Charger should be located close to battery (but not in the same
compartment) for optimum performance (within 3ft.)
• Charger should be protected from weather. Install charger in
compartments that provide protection from direct water spray,
dirt, or toxic vapor.
• Mounting compartment should be well-ventilated and allow
adequate air circulation for charger cooling (2" clearance around
entire charger recommended).
• Do not store flammable items near charger.
3.2 Charger Mounting
• Install Charger in horizontal position, (mounting brackets are attached to the unit). This unit
requires airflow under chassis for proper cooling.
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Circuit Breaker:
Cooling Fan:
PCB Assembly:
Relay:
Capacitor:
Rectifiers:
Customer AC Signal Connection
To Utility Power
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3.3 Routing and Connecting Battery Charger DC Output Cables
This Charger is designed for 24 VDC applications only. If
connected to non-specified voltages, damage will result.
WARNING
Safety goggles
should be worn
when working with
or near batteries
WARNING
Battery connections
must pass a
minimum of 50 amps.
1. Connect the Max Charger's RED cable to the battery's
positive (+) terminal and the BLACK cable to the
Battery's negative (-) terminal.
2. Battery cable connections must be clean and secure to
minimize electrical resistance for optimum performance.
3. Route and secure charger DC cables away from Hot,
Sharp, or Hard surfaces and components.
4. Ground the charger case properly. The unit is not
grounded through the negative DC cable.
3.4 Battery Charger Parts List
Vanner Part Numbers
07485
D07586
05083
MAX
S00143/180
12 Volt
07668
06606
04898
12 Volt
F 2 Figure 3.4-1 Max Battery Charger Wiring Diagram
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Bul k Mode
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4 Battery Charger Operating Procedure
4.1 Charger Setup
1. The GREEN light should be blinking whenever the 120 VAC power is not plugged in
and the battery is connected to the Max Battery Charger.
2. To start the charger, plug the AC line cord into a 15 Amp 120 Volt 60Hz power source.
3. The Charger will remain on until unplugged from the power source.2. To start the
charger, plug the AC line cord into a 15 Amp 120Volt 60Hz power source.
4.2 Charging Stages
1. When plugged in to a 120VAC shore power the charger automatically goes into BULK
mode (if the batteries require it) and the Amber LED lights up. The Charger stays in
BULK mode, which will maintain 28.6 VDC until the charging current drops below 75%
of full rated load.
2. When the charging current drops below 75% of the full rated load of the charger, the
charger will switch to the ABSORPTION stage for 20 minutes by stabilizing the battery
voltage at 28.6 VDC.
3. After the ABSORPTION stage the charger enters the final or FLOAT stage. The Amber
BULK LED will turn Off and the Green FLOAT LED will turn On. The Max charger will
hold the battery voltage at 28.6 VDC until the charger is unplugged or the battery
charger current limit of 41 Amps is reached through DC loads such as accessories,
lights, etc. which will then start the BULK stage again.
30
Absorption M ode for 20 minutes
25
75% Rated Current
20
15
Battery Voltage
10
5
0
0 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.5 20 22.5 25 27.5 30 32.5 35 37.5 40
Float Mode
Time in Minutes
- - -
% Rated Charging Amps
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100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
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Max Charger SPOO143/181 LED Status Indicators
OVERTEMP LIGHT ACTION DESCRIPTION
Solid Red The Charger is Off due to over
temperature. Shutdown may be
caused by high ambient
temperature or restricted cooling
air flow to charger. Shut down
sensor will auto reset when the
unit has cooled.
BULK LIGHT ACTION DESCRIPTION
Solid Yellow Charger is On. Battery is low and
being charged at full current
output. Current output will remain
at a constant level until battery
voltage reaches bulk voltage
setpoint. Then, charger remains
in Absorption stage (constant
voltage-reducing current) for a
timed period before reducing to
float stage.
FLOAT LIGHT ACTION DESCRIPTION
Solid Green Charger is On. Battery is close to
full charge. Charger output
voltage is reduced to a preset
maintenance level.
Blinking Green Charger is Off. Either the AC or
DC is disconnected from the
charger. Usually the AC input
power is off. Sometimes this
condition will occur when the
charger has good 120 VAC input
but the frequency is not 60Hz.
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Limited Warranty
Vanner Inc. doing business as The Vanner Power Group, referred to herein as Vanner,
warrants that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period
of two (2) years from date of installation or two and one half (2½) years from date of
manufacture from Vanner’s factory, whichever is less if and only if the following
requirements are complied with:
1. The product is installed and checked out properly according to all guidelines,
instructions, and checkout procedures set forth in the product’s Installation and Operating
Manual.
2. The installer records all checkout data required and completes, signs, and returns the
warranty registration card to Vanner within ten (10) days after installation.
Vanner does not warrant its products against any and all defects when: Defect is a result
of material or workmanship not provided by Vanner; normal wear and tear, or defects
caused by misuse or use in contrary to instructions supplied; neglect, accident, reversed
polarity, unauthorized repairs and/or replacements.
All warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose: written or oral,
expressed or implied, shall extend only for a period of two (2) years from date of
installation or one and two and one half (2½) years from date of shipment from Vanner’s
factory, whichever is first. There are no other warranties which extend beyond those
described on the face of this warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Vanner does not undertake responsibility to any purchaser of its product for any
undertaking, representation, or warranty made by any dealers or distributors selling it’s
products beyond those herein expressed, unless expressed in writing by an officer of
Vanner.
Vanner does not assume responsibility for incidental or consequential damages,
including but not limited to, responsibility for loss of use of this product, removal or
replacement labor, loss of time, inconvenience, expense for telephone calls, shipping
expense, loss or damage to property, or loss of revenue. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may
not apply to you.
Vanner reserves the right to repair, replace, or allow credit for any material returned
under this warranty. Any damage caused by the customer will be charged or deducted
from the allowance.
All warranty work will be performed at Vanner’s factory, or authorized repair facility
utilizing a valid Warranty Authorization Number (WAN) prior to repair. Products shall be
delivered to Vanner’s facility, freight prepaid and fully insured. Products repaired under
warranty, or replacement parts or products will be returned to originating US or Canadian
location prepaid through the same transportation means and level of service as received,
unless directed otherwise.
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Vanner Incorporated
4282 Reynolds Drive
Hilliard, Ohio 43026
1-800-AC POWER
(1-800-227-6937)
Tel: 614-771-2718
Fax: 614-771-4904
www.vanner.com
e-mail: pwrsales@vanner.com
Manual Number
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