Curtis 1620S manual

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    manu al MODEL 1620 SWITCH MODE BA TTERY CHARGER Before charging, read instructions carefully! ® Applicable to 230VAC units only[...]

  • Page 2

    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read the Operating Instructions carefully before using the Model 1620 charger . 1. W ARNING – 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. W ARNING – Never pla ce the charge r dir ect ly [...]

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    CONTENTS 1. MODEL ENCODEMENT ............................. page 1 2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS .................. page 1 3. INST ALLA TION ............................................. page 7 4. OPERA TION ................................................... page 8 5. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. page 9 6. MAINTENANCE ..........[...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 1 MODEL ENCODEMENT TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 2.1 Electrical 2.2 Mechanical Case: Aluminum alloy , black finish End caps: Polycarbonate, black Dimensions (mm): 292L x 165.0W x 73.0H W eight: 2.8kg 2.3 Connections AC Power Inlet: IEC 320/C14 Programming Port: Molex 39-01-2040 For use with Curtis Instruments’ Model 1311 handh[...]

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    Wiring diagram 1. 2.4 Environmental Operating temperature: 0°C to +50°C Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C Humidity: 95% non-condensing at 38°C Shock: SAEJ1378, 55g pulse at 9-13ms Vibration: 5g rms, 5-500 Hz, 2 hrs. per axis Protection: IP-54, including fan 2.5 Compliance 2.6 Battery T ypes This charger is suitable for use with all 24V , 12 [...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 1 2.7.1 – End of Charge Mode Figure 1. Charge profile for End of Charge Mode Figure 1 defines the charge profile for the End of Charge Mode. As long as the battery voltage (V) is above Under voltage Lockout Level (V uvlo), charging will start after shor t delay of about 6 seconds. For batter y voltage between V uvlo and Vl[...]

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    2.7.2- Equalize Mode after End of Charge Mode Figure 2. Charge profile for Equalize Mode Figure 2 defines the charge profile for the Equalize Mode. After going through bulk charge and Constant V oltage modes, the charger will reduce its output cur- rent to T op-Off Current (Ito) until one of the two possible outcomes occurs: (1) Batter y voltage ri[...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 1 2.7.3 - Float Mode Figure 3. Charge profile for Float Mode Figure 3 defines the charge profile for the Float Mode. In this mode of operation, batteries are maintained at full charge. In addition to maintaining full charge, the charger can support a load current – as long as the combined load current and battery charging [...]

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    2.8 Indication Lights The charger features built in diagnostics. Refer to the table below to interpret the flashing of the green and yellow indicator lights. Curtis 1620 Manual page 6 Flash Pattern Mode Charge Status Y ellow on, Green on Standby Indicator 1 Charge done, ready to use. Y ellow on, Green blinks 1 Charging Charging nor mally . Y ellow [...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 1 Curtis 1620 Manual page 7 INST ALLA TION 3.1 Unit should be securely mounted to a flat sur face. 3.2 The power cord to the IEC 320/C14 connector should be of the appropriate gauge to car ry a 15A current, for the cable’ s length, to meet the requirements of applicable electrical codes. The power cord must meet IEC requir[...]

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    OPERA TION 4.1 Charging the batter y 4.1.1 If using the motor speed controller inhibit, and a Curtis motor controller is present, connect the Motor Controller Inhibit connector to the appr opriate connector on the motor speed controller . 4.1.2 Connect the (–) terminal of the charger to the (–) terminal of the batter y . 4.1.3 Connect the (+) t[...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 1 5 TROUBLESHOOTING The following checklist should help you to troubleshoot any problems with the charger . Make sure to observe all safety instr uctions provided on the unit and in this manual. 1 – 0.5s on, 0.5s off 2 – 0.5s on 3 – Resetting the charger: Remove and restor e power to the charger . Charger may be damage[...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 10 6 MAINTENANCE Excess dir t or grime may be removed from the unit by wiping it with a cloth dampened with water . Although Cur tis chargers are equipped with a fan designed to last the life of the charger , exposure to harsh environments – such as dusty condition, grease, chemi - cals, etc. – may impair the effectivene[...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 1 Curtis 1620 Manual page 11 Programming mode Description Programming Limits Default Value Increment Accuracy* Definition BASIC MODE 2 Battery Type 1 or 21 1 1 -FLA: Float voltage is set to 26.8V, Constant voltage set to 29V. 2 -SLA: Float voltage set to 27.6V, Constant voltage to 29.4V End of Charge 1, 2, or 31 1 1 -OFF : C[...]

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    Curtis 1620 Manual page 12 Programming mode Description Programming Limits Default Value Increment Accuracy* Definition BASIC MODE 2 Battery Type 1 or 21 1 1 -FLA: Float voltage is set to 26.8V, Constant voltage set to 29V. 2 -SLA: Float voltage set to 27.6V, Constant voltage to 29.4V End of Charge 1, 2, or 31 1 1 -OFF : Charger goes into standby. [...]

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    CURTIS INSTR UMENTS, INC. 200 Kisco Avenue, Mt. Kisco, NY 10549 • T el: (914) 666-2971 • FAX (914) 666-2188 www .curtisinst.com Specifications subject to change without notice © 2 00 5 C U RT I S I NS TR UM EN T S, IN C. 53033 REV E 12/07 is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc.[...]