Xantrex 15A24V - Manual

About This Guide 975-0402-01-01 v This guide for use by qualified installers only The 24 Vdc models are: TC1524, TC2024, TC3024, and TC5024. When being referred to individually, the product will be referred to by its model name. When all models are being referred to, they will be referred to as True...

vii This guide for use by qualified installers only Important Safety Instructions R EAD AND SAVE THIS I NSTALLATION G UIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE . This chapter contains important safety, installation, and operating instructions for the Truecharge™ 2 Series Battery Chargers. 1. Before installing and u...

Safety 975-0402-01-01 ix This guide for use by qualified installers only 9. Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you read this manual and follow the instructions exactly eac...

Safety x 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention immediately. 5. Neve...

Safety 975-0402-01-01 xi This guide for use by qualified installers only 14. For flooded non-sealed batteries, add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. This helps to purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery wit...

Safety xii 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only FCC Information to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection agai...

xiii This guide for use by qualified installers only Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vii 1 Introduction Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–1 Standard and Protection Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 Truecha...

Contents xiv 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Configuring the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger- - - - - - - - - -2–27 Configuring the Charger Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–27Configuring the Battery Bank Type - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–29Configuring the ...

This guide for use by qualified installers only 1 Introduction Chapter 1 describes the standard features of a Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger, as well as its protection features. It also provides information on the different parts of the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger. Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger The...

Introduction 1–2 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Standard and Protection Features The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger provides the following standard features: • three 1 full current rated outputs • battery monitoring functions while in float mode or rest mode • correct ...

Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger 975-0402-01-01 1–5 This guide for use by qualified installers only 4 Fuse access panel cover provides access to the DC fuse in the event of an accidental reverse battery polarity installation. Disconnect the batteries and AC power before opening the fuse access panel. 5...

Introduction 1–6 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Rear Panel This section describes the parts of the rear panel of the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger. Figure 1-2 Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger Rear Panel Item Description 1 BTS port - battery temperature sensor port 2 Comm...

This guide for use by qualified installers only 2 Installation Chapter 2 provides procedures for installing, testing and configuring the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger. It covers the following major topics:• “Preparing for Installation” on page 2–2. • “Installing the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger” on...

Installation 2–2 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Preparing for Installation The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger is designed to be permanently mounted. Figure 2-1 shows a typical installation with three batteries, a battery temperature sensor (BTS) and a remote panel (bot...

Installation 2–4 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Tools and Materials To mount and connect the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger you need the following tools: • 10 mm socket wrench and extension for the DC terminalsand ground stud • Phillips screwdriver for removing and re-...

Preparing for Installation 975-0402-01-01 2–5 This guide for use by qualified installers only Location Install the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger in a location that meets the following requirements: Condition Requirement Dry The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger must be installed in a dry location not su...

Installation 2–8 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Wiring Requirements DC Wiring The following two tables show some typical wire sizes for various cable length runs, based on 3% voltage drop on DC cables, 75 °C (167 °F) rated wire with wiring being inside the engine comp...

Preparing for Installation 975-0402-01-01 2–9 This guide for use by qualified installers only Over-current protection disconnect Electrical codes require the DC circuit from each battery to the charger to be equipped with a disconnect and an over-current protection device, usually within 7 inches (1...

Installation 2–10 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only The DC chassis ground (earth) wire should also be sized correctly to provide proper protection. Refer to the local electrical codes for your specific installation to determine the correct gauge. The ABYC standards requi...

Installation 2–12 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Battery Bank Size Requirements The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger is designed to work with a minimum battery bank size. Each bank should meet the minimum Ah rating shown in Table 2-4. Note: If the battery manufacturer ha...

Installing the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger 975-0402-01-01 2–13 This guide for use by qualified installers only Installing the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger Installation Sequence To make charger installation quick and easy, Xantrex recommends that the installation tasks be performed in the followin...

Installation 2–14 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Mounting the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger Mount the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger using all four mounting slots and holes which are provided. Mounting orientations a) and b) in Figure 2-2 meet IP-32 and drip-proof requ...

Installing the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger 975-0402-01-01 2–15 This guide for use by qualified installers only Connecting the DC Chassis Ground (Earth) The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger Battery Charger must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding condu...

Installation 2–16 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Installing DC Wiring The procedure for installing the DC wiring applies to a single battery, as well as multiple batteries or battery banks. 1. Plan the route that the DC wires will follow, keeping it as short as possib...

Installation 2–18 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 7. Connect the negative cable to the negative DC terminal. See Figure 2-1, “Typical Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger System Installation” on page 2–3. For one battery or bank ◆ Connect the negative cable from the negative ...

Installation 2–20 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Installing AC Wiring Before connecting AC wiring, make sure the AC source circuit is protected by a breaker switch of the correct size and type, to comply with the electrical code for your location and application. The ...

Installation 2–24 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Powering Up Make one last check that all connections are correct and connectors are secure. The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger charger may now be powered up. 1. Close the DC disconnect switch or breaker. 2. Switch the AC...

Installing Optional Accessories 975-0402-01-01 2–25 This guide for use by qualified installers only Installing Optional Accessories Optional accessories are available for purchase at Xantrex. Call Customer Service to order the accessories below: • Battery Temperature Sensor (Part number: 808-0232-01...

Installation 2–26 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Mounting the Optional Remote Panel To mount the remote panel: 1. Choose a location for the remote panel that is within 15 m (50 ft.) from the charger. Use only thesix-conductor communications cable (RJ-12) that came wit...

Configuring the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger 975-0402-01-01 2–27 This guide for use by qualified installers only Configuring the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger Once the charger is connected to a battery on bank 1 or to AC, it is live and it may be configured. The indicator LEDs on the onboard displa...

Configuring the Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger 975-0402-01-01 2–29 This guide for use by qualified installers only Configuring the Battery Bank Type Using the Onboard Display Panel To configure the battery bank type: Note: By default, the battery type is set to Flooded. 1. Press and hold the Battery ...

Installing Batteries 975-0402-01-01 2–31 This guide for use by qualified installers only Installing Batteries Replacing old or defective batteries (even installing new batteries) requires that you disconnect all AC and DC sources prior to installation. To replace an old battery: 1. Turn off the AC s...

Specifications A–2 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Physical Specifications Base Unit Dimensions:L × W × H TC1012, TC1512: 200 × 170 × 70mm (7.87 × 6.70 × 2.76 in.) TC2012, TC3012, TC4012: 250 × 170 × 70mm (9.84 × 6.70 × 2.76 in.) TC5012, TC6012: 350 × 170 × 70mm (13.78...

Electrical Specifications 975-0402-01-01 A–3 This guide for use by qualified installers only Electrical Specifications AC Input Specifications AC input voltage range Nominal: 120 Vac, 230 Vac, 240 VacFull Performance: 104 – 265 Vac ±4 VacAutomatic derating to 80% output: 90 – 108 ±4 Vac Maximum AC i...

Specifications A–4 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only DC Output Specifications Number of isolated battery bank outputs TC1012:1 output TC1512: 2 separated outputs TC2012, TC3012, TC4012, TC5012, TC6012, TC1524, TC2024, TC3024, TC5024:3 separated outputs DC output voltage ...

Environmental Specifications 975-0402-01-01 A–5 This guide for use by qualified installers only Environmental Specifications Absorption voltage:±0.1 V for 12 Vdc units±0.2 V for 24 Vdc units 12 Vdc units 24 Vdc units 25 °C (77 °F) 25 °C (77 °F) Flooded 14.4 28.8GEL 14.2 28.4 AGM 14.3 28.6 Lead-calci...

Specifications A–6 975-0402-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Protection Features Battery reverse polarity Protected by replaceable DC output fuses Over-voltage limits The Truecharge™ 2 Battery Charger will stop charging if the output voltage is above 16.6 ±0.5 Vdc. Output curren...

Approvals 975-0402-01-01 A–7 This guide for use by qualified installers only Approvals Safety NRTL approved to CSA E60335-2-29, UL1236, including the marine supplement, ignition protection, and UL1564 CE marked for the Low Voltage Directive 2006-95-EC, (complying with EN60335-2-29 Battery Chargers) ...

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