Xantrex Digital echo-charge Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

Xantrex
Digital echo-charge
Battery Charger

Digital
echo-charge

General safety information for installation and operation is
contained throughout this manual where it applies and is not
included in this summary.

Definitions Warning statements identify conditions or practices that

could result in personal injury, loss of life, damage to equipment or other
property.

Fuse Replacement An in-line fuse is installed in the unit. For continued
protection, it must only be replaced with a fuse of the same type and
rating. This must be done at an authorized service center or at the factory.

To avoid damage, operate the equipment only within the specified guide­lines of this manual.

Servicing To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open this unit.
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all service to qualified
personnel.

SAFETY SUMMARY

Thank you for purchasing a Xantrex Digital echo-charge. Xantrex
Technology Inc. takes pride in manufacturing quality products specifically
designed to meet your power requirements.

The Digital echo-charge is designed to operate with any DC charging
source to charge the starter or auxiliary battery.

For your convenience, service is available world-wide by qualified
service centers. If you have any questions about your Digital echo­charge, please contact Xantrex toll free: 1-800-670-0707.

For technical support and additional information about Xantrex prod­ucts, visit our Web site at www.xantrex.com or e-mail us at

[e-mail]

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Notice of Copyright

Xantrex Digital echo-charge © November 2002 Xantrex International. All rights reserved. Xantrex is a registered trademark of
Xantrex International.

Disclaimer

UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. (“XANTREX”)

(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR
OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF
ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.

Date and Revision November 2002, Revision 1 Part Number 445-0204-01-01

Contact Information Web: www.xantrex.com Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone] (toll free) 1-604-422-2777 (direct) Fax: [phone]

The Xantrex Digital echo-charge is specially developed for charging an
auxiliary battery with FreedomTM or Fleet Power® Inverter/Chargers or with
any charging source. The Digital echo-charge automatically switches ON
and OFF, charging a starter or auxiliary battery without affecting the main
house battery bank. The maximum charge current is 15 amps when the
starting battery is 1/2 volt to 1 volt DC less than the house battery. The
Digital echo-charge is designed to work on 12 VDC or 24 VDC systems.

The Digital echo-charge is a voltage-follower, following the three-stage
charge modes of the Freedom Charger. This method protects the starter
battery from over-charging and ensures a long life for the battery. If using
another charge source, the Digital echo-charge will follow the charge
stages of the source. Refer to the source’s Owner’s Manual for charge
modes.

The Digital echo-charge unit is complete with:

• 2 feet of 16 gauge wire with ring terminal (quantity 1)

• 2 feet of 16 gauge wire with ring terminal and 20 amp in-line fuse (quantity 2)

• Digital echo-charge Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION

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Use only deep-cycle batteries in your house battery bank.

Only similar batteries should be connected together in one bank. Do not
connect old and new batteries together or wet and gel cell batteries
together.

Always use properly sized terminals and cables for your interconnecting
battery cables.

Starter battery and house battery banks should not be mixed in the
same bank.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

The Digital echo-charge should be unpacked immediately upon receipt,
and inspected to determine if any shipping damage has occurred. No
special handling is necessary; however, care should be used to avoid
dropping the unit or exposing it to dust and moisture.

Needed for Installation

• Flat head and Phillips screwdrivers

• Wire cutters

• Wire strippers

• Mounting screws

• #12 gauge wire, if an extension is needed

• Miscellaneous assortment of wire ties and connectors

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Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock and prevent premature
failure from corrosion, do not mount where exposed to rain, drip or spray.

Caution: Risk of electrical shock. Do not remove cover. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer service to qualified service personnel at a
factory authorized service center or at the factory.

Caution: Always wear safety glasses for eye protection when working
with batteries. Protect your skin from harm by wearing clothing that will
cover your arms and legs when working with batteries.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

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The Digital echo-charge is intended for vertical mounting. Mount in a
location that provides the greatest convenience when making the wire
connections to the batteries. Select a location that is within two feet of the
house battery and within two feet of the starter battery, for maximum
charging current. Mount the unit using the holes on the flanges. Ensure
that the mounting location is well ventilated and not exposed to harsh
environments of dust and moisture or in the presence of flammable
fumes. Do not mount on carpet or other heat-sensitive surfaces.

Before making any connections, remove all charging sources—discon­nect from shorepower, turn the generator OFF and do NOT run the
engine. If using a Freedom charger controlled by a Freedom Remote or
Link monitor, the remote must be OFF. No charging voltage should be
present during installation. If you are using a stand-alone charger or other
power source, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for disabling the
charge function before beginning installation.