POWERMAX V2PMBC100AAD Flashing Capable Battery Maintainer Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- PowerMax
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POWERMAX V2PMBC100AAD Flashing Capable Battery Maintainer
Product Information
The product comes with a two-year limited warranty which covers faulty workmanship or the use of defective materials. The fan runs only when needed and is not designed for use in life-support systems, nuclear facility applications, aircraft control applications, or any other applications in which failure of the product could reasonably result in harm to life, property, or the environment.
Product Usage Instructions
When using the product, it is important to note that the fan will not run all
the time. It will only run when needed. If you experience any issues with the
product within the two-year limited warranty period, you should contact the
supplier for assistance.
It is important to note that products are not designed for and should not be
used in any life-support systems, nuclear facility applications, aircraft
control applications, or any other applications in which failure of the
product could reasonably result in harm to life, property, or the environment,
without the specific prior written consent of an officer of Supplier.
Please also note that prices are subject to change without notice and the
supplier reserves the right to make changes or improvements to the products
and specifications at any time without prior notice.
AC to DC Converter/Charger
SAFETY ALERTI
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION.
- INSTALLER: Provide these instructions to the end user or consumer.
- CONSUMER: Keep these instructions for future reference.
- NOTICE : Products are not to be used nor are warranted in aerospace, medical or life safety applications.
!WARNING -Avoid Possible Injury or Death I
120 VAC is present. This Converter/Charger is designed to convert 120 VAC to
12 VDC. It also provides low voltage power for charging on-board 12 VDC
batteries. The Converter/Charger is a “switch mode” type and is designed to be
maintenance-free with no user serviceable components. The Converter/Charger
power output is “current limiting” by design.
!WARNING -Avoid Personal Injury or Product Damage!
NEVER store electrical devices in compartments where flammable liquids (such as gasoline) exist. DO NOT mounUinstall unit in compartments designed for storage of batteries of flammable liquids.
- DISCONNECT DC POWER. Disconnect the battery POS (+) wire at the battery end before connecting this Converter/Charger to any vehicle/device wiring.
- LOCATION. The mounting location may be on any interior (out of direct weather) surface. Location chosen must be accessible after installation. When mounted inside a cabinet, the cabinet must be large enough to allow dissipation of heated air. Make sure that there is a_ minimum of 1″ (one inch) free air space at each end of the unit so that cooling air can move through the unit properly. AVOID foreign contaminants such as dirt, metal particles or moisture.
- MOUNTING. Flanges with holes are provided for ease of mounting using standard fasteners. Confirm that the surface that the converter is mounted to is solid and will hold the weight (6 lbs} during vehicle operation.
- ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS. A 120 VAC receptacle needs to be located within 36 inches of the Converter/Charger to supply power. Electrical consideration should also be given to mounting near the locations of the batteries and the 12-volt DC distribution panel.
- ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. Be sure to tighten all connections securely. A loose connection can quickly cause terminals and wires to overheat. Review unit labels for recommended terminal torque values
- THE FAN WILL NOT RUN ALL THE TIME. THE FAN RUNS ONLY WHEN NEEDED.
- Never Leave the PowerMax PM3-XX unattended when plugged in.
- All PM3 Products must be installed by a certified electrician.
WARNING -Avoid Possible Injury or Death
120 VAC Connection – First confirm that the 120 VAC power source AC circuit
breaker(s) are in the [Qfil position. DO NOT turn-on AC circuit
breakers until installation is complete.
- Using an 6 AWG minimum size copper wire, attach from the vehicle/device chassis to the Converter/Charger Bonding Lug.
- Using the attached power cord on the Converter/Charger, connect firmly to the 120 VAC receptacle 12 VDC Wiring- It is important to use the correct wire gauge. Use a minimum of 8 AWG size copper wire.
- The terminal marked..!.. orleoslis for the RV 12 VDC positive connection.
- The terminal marked -=-or~ is for the RV 12 VDC negative connection.
- The 12 VDC output wiring does not require over-current protection because the Converter/ Charger limits current output. However, all electrical connections need to comply with the appropriate NEC code.
STAGE CHARGING OPTION DESCRIPTION
This optional system provides an automatic charging system in three steps. 1.
A fast charge to bring a good, drained battery back up to full voltage rapidly
(“Boost”). 2. A standard charge to bring the battery up to a full charge at a
safe rate to prolong the life of the battery and provide power to run 12V
lighting and appliances in the vehicle/device (“Normal”). 3. A trickle charge
to keep the battery fresh during times of load inactivity (“Storage”). The
charger automatically changes modes to accommodate changes in conditions. The
chart below is for reference only, voltages may vary.
ADJUST FIXED VOLTAGE Time
DESCRIPTION: The unit is on the three-stage charging mode firstly. 1.
move switch A to “Adjust Fixed Voltage”, move switch B gently to adjust
voltage from 13-16.5V, and get a fixed output voltage. 2. make sure the
voltage as 14.6V, move switch A to” Three stage charging”, then the unit back
to standard “Three Stage Charging”, run 14.6Valmost 0.5 hour, 13.6Valmost 12
hours and then to 13.2V. The voltage value of 3 stage charging will be changed
with fixed voltage changed when the unit on “Three stage charging”.
TEST. First, disconnect all loads and batteries on the Converter/Charger by
removing all 12 VDC connections fromGorlPOSI. Second, attach a multimeter
instrument between the positive and negative terminals of the
Converter/Charger. Then energize the 120 VAC converter circuit. Test for
proper output power using the multimeter. Measure the output voltage from the
positive and negative terminals. The voltage should read 14.6 +/- 0.2 VDC. Add
12 VDC load connections to about 2/3 of the rated capacity of the converter.
Recheck the voltage, which should remain approximately the same as at no load.
BATTERY
With the 120 VAC disconnected, reconnect th{!]or IPOS! positive terminal to a
known good battery. With the converter 120 VAC energized, measure the voltage
at the converter and at the battery. The voltage should be about the same in
both locations. As with any battery it is important that the fluid level be
checked on a regular basis. When continuously connected to any charging source
all batteries will “Gas” and lose some fluid.
WARNING -Avoid Personal Injury/ Product Damage I
HI-POT TESTING
(Vehicle/device Manufacturing Facilities Only) DO NOT Hi-Pot DC wiring with the Converter/Charger connected to the vehicle/device wiring in order to prevent serious injury and/or damage.
WARNING. Never leave PowerMax PMBC product left unattended when not in
use or unattended please unplug the unit.
NOTE: Before removing and replacing the Converter/charger, perform the
following checks:
- Disconnect the AC power from the vehicle/device.
- Disconnect the wiring and Battery from the Converter Positive E] output terminal.
- Re-connect the AC power to energize the Converter.
- Using a voltmeter, measure the voltage at the Converter B and E] Output terminals.
- The Converter is OK if the voltage reading is between 13 VDC and 14 VDC (typically 13.6 VDC).
- otherwise, check the table below:
CONDITION| POSSIBLE CAUSE
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No 12 VDC output
| 120 VAC not connected to coach or the coach AC circuit breaker is in th position. Reversed battery fuses blown. (Battery wiring connections are reversed),
Severe overload or shorted load. Remove all loads and retest per above instructions.
Converter/Charger internal failure.
Converter cycles On & Off
| Fan air flow is inadequate or blocked. (1″ minimum free air space at each
end required) Converter/Charger internal failure.
Reversed Battery fuses blown| Battery wiring connections are reversed.
Defective battery, possible bad cells.
12 VDC output is too low
| Attached load exceeds rating of the Converter/Charger. Defective battery, possible bad cells.
Converter/Charger internal failure.
WARRANTY
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Limited Warranty and Remedy: (“Supplier”) warrants products it sells
against faulty workmanship or the use of defective materials and that such
products will conform to published specifications, drawings and other
descriptions for a period of two years.
This warranty is the only warranty made by Supplier and is in lieu of all
other warranties, express or implied, except as to title, and can be amended
only by a written instrument signed by an officer of Supplier.
The liability of Supplier under this warranty is limited solely to replacing,
repairing or, at Supplier’s discretion, issuing credit for any devices which
are returned by Buyer during the schedule period, provided that (a) Supplier
is promptly notified in writing upon discovery of any defect by Buyer with a
detailed explanation of any alleged deficiencies; (b) the defective product is
returned to Supplier, transportation charges prepaid by Buyer; and (c)
Supplier’s examination of such product discloses to its satisfaction that such
defect was not caused by misuse, neglect, improper installation, repair,
alteration or accident. In no event shall Supplier be liable to Buyer for loss
of profits, loss of use, or damages of any kind based upon a claim for breach
of warranty.
GENERAL DISCLAIMER
In accordance with our policy of continuous product improvement, Supplier
reserves the right to make changes or improvements to the products and
specifications at any time without prior notice. Prices are also subject to
change without notice.
Supplier makes every effort to ensure information provided in our technical
literature is accurate and reliable. We cannot, however, assume responsibility
for inadvertent errors, inaccuracies, omissions or subsequent changes. We
assume no responsibility for the use of this information, and any and all such
use of this information shall be entirely at the user’s own risk. No patent
rights or licenses applicable to any of the products of Supplier’s
intellectual property described herein are granted to any third party, either
directly or by implication, or any other means. Furthermore, despite efforts
to ensure otherwise, we make no representation that the information and/or
circuitry described herein is free of infringement on any intellectual
property rights or any other rights of third parties
LIMITATION ON THE USE OF PRODUCTS
Products are not designed for and should not be used in any life-support systems, nuclear facility applications, aircraft control applications, or any other applications in which failure of the product, in any way, could reasonably result in harm to life, property or the environment, without the specific prior written consent of an officer of Supplier. A life support system is defined as a product or system intended to support or sustain life and whose failure can be reasonably expected to result in significant personal injury or death. Nuclear facility applications are defined as any application involving a nuclear reactor or the handling and processing of radioactive materials in which the failure of equipment, in any way, could reasonably result in harm to life, property or the environment.
Fieldstone Products PMB 103
11161 E SR 70 STE 110
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Phone: 941-201-8041
Fax : 941-405-4930
www.powermaxconverters.com
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