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M MA AN NU UA AL L
1604/1608
SWITCH MODE
BATTERY CHARGERS
for Lead-Acid Batteries
Before charging, read
instructions carefully!
MODEL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read the Operating Instructions carefully before using the Model 1604 or Model 1608 charger. 1. WARNING – Failure to install and operate the charger in accordance with these instructions may result in damage to the charger or injury to the operator. 2. WARNING – Never place the charger directly above or below the battery being charged. Gases or fluids from the battery will corrode and damage the charger. Locate the charger as far away from
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CONTENTS 1. MODEL ENCODEMENT.............................. page 1 2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................. page 2 3. INSTALLATION.............................................. page 4 4. OPERATION .................................................. page 5 5. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................. page 9 6. MAINTENANCE .......................................... page 9 MODEL ENCODEMENT 1 Model Input Output Output Series 2 3 4 5 Voltage Voltage Series Number 1604CS - AVS / 12 / 04
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Electrical 12V / 24V, 4A Chargers 12V, 8A Chargers 24V, 8A Chargers Nominal Operating Voltage 120VAC 230VAC 120VAC 230VAC 120VAC 230VAC Input Voltage (VAC) 90 - 132 180 - 264 90 - 132 180 - 264 105 - 132 210 - 264 Operating Frequency (Hz) 47 - 63 Input Current (A , max.) rms 1.0 @ 0.5 @ 2.0 @ 1.0 @ 12VDC nominal outputs N/A N/A 2 90V/60Hz 180V/50Hz 90V/60Hz 180V/50Hz 2.0 @ 1.0 @ 4.0 @ 2.0 @ 24VDC nominal outputs N/A N/A 90V/60Hz 180V/50Hz 105V/60Hz 210V/50Hz Input L
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2.4 Environmental Operating Range: -10˚C to + 50˚C Storage Range: -40˚C to + 85˚C Humidity: 95% RH (non-condensing) at 35˚C Shock: SAE J1378, 55g Vibration: 5g rms, 5-500 Hz, 2 hours per axis Protection: 1604CS: IP54 1604FV: IP31 (horizontal mounting) 1608FV: IP54 (Electronics) IP31 (Fan) 2.5 Compliance 1604CS 1604FV 1608FS UL 1012 UL 1012 UL1012 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.107.2 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.107.2 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.107.2 EN60335-1 EN60335-1 EN60335-1 EN60335-2-29 EN60335-2-29 EN60335-2-29 EN55011 EN55
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3. Restart: If the battery self-discharges below 12.9V for 12V batteries or below 25.7V for 24V batteries while the charger is in standby, the charger cycles into a constant current of 1.0A (4A models)/2.0A (8A models) until the constant voltage setpoint is reached. The unit will regulate and terminate as in Constant Voltage Mode. 2.8 Indication Lights The charger features built in diagnostics. Refer to the table below to interpret the flashing of the yellow and green indicator lights. Flash
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OPERATION 4.1. Charging the Battery Note: If a DC output adapter is used, connect the adapter to the charger output connector prior to supplying AC power to the charger. 4.1.1 Ensure that the charger is either unplugged from AC power or is in 4 standby mode. 4.1.2 Connect the charger output connector to the vehicle/battery connector. 4.1.3 Plug the AC line cord into a nearby outlet. Turn on wall switch (if used). The yellow light will illuminate to indicate that AC power is present. After seve
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Amp hour Capacity Amp hour Capacity is the storage capacity of the battery, as defined by the battery's manufacturer. Selecting the appropriate amp hour capacity determines the longest period of time the charger will charge before automatically shutting off. If the charger is still charging at this point, it provides an error code to the operator. Refer to Section 5, Troubleshooting, to correct this error. Three Amp hour Capacity setpoints are available: Option Amp hour rating Charge Cycle Timer
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Top Off Settings - Default setting: Off Charge profile with the Top Off settings enabled looks similar to the Equalize end of charge mode (End of charge option 2). The difference is that in the Top Off mode the following parameters can be adjusted: - Top Off Time, ranging from 0 to 5 hours; - Top Off Voltage, ranging from 28 to 32.4 Volts; - Top Off Current, ranging from 0.5 to 4.5 Amperes. The Top Off mode is enabled by setting the Top Off Time to a value higher than zero. The charger enters th
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V/I V/I V CV CV FV I t t t c Figure 2. End of Charge Profile with Equalize V/I V CV CV FV FV I t t t c Figure 3. Float Profile V/I V CV FV I t t c Figure 4. Float Profile with Equalize page 8 Curtis 1604/08 Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes & Solutions Lights do not turn on. No power. Plug the unit in. No power. If the outlet is damaged, try another outlet on another circuit. 5 Yellow light blinks 1x Battery manufacturer’s rated capacity may exceed charger's rating. Battery may be damaged or old. Yellow light blinks 2x Battery manufacturer’s rated capacity may exceed charger's rating. Battery may be damaged or old. Yellow light blinks 3x Battery manufacturer's rated capacity may exceed ch
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CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC. 200 Kisco Avenue, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 • Tel: (914) 666-2971 • FAX (914) 666-2188 www.curtisinst.com is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc. Specifications subject to change without notice © 2005 CURTIS INSTRUMENTS, INC. 53031 REV F 7/05
