Webasto BMID I Battery Management Tool Instruction Manual
- June 2, 2024
- Webasto
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Webasto BMID I Battery Management Tool
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: Battery Management Tool BMID I
- Manufacturer: Webasto Charging Systems, Inc.
- Trademark: PosiChargeTM
- Compliance: FCC Part 15
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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PLEASE NOTE
- Webasto Charging Systems, Inc., the Webasto logo, PosiCharge™, and the PosiCharge logo are trademarks of Webasto Charging Systems, Inc.
- WEBASTO PROPRIETARY INFORMATION: This manual contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Webasto Charging Systems, Inc. (“Webasto”), constitutes “Confidential Information,” and is subject to Non-Disclosure Agreements. The intended users of this manual are service technicians certified by Webasto’s installation network. This manual shall not be disclosed in whole or in part to any other party without Webasto’s prior written permission. Each recipient’s acceptance of this manual and use of the information contained herein shall be deemed to be an acceptance of this non-disclosure obligation.
- This BMID Installation Manual includes the latest information available at the time of printing.
- Webasto Charging Systems, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to this product without further notice. Changes or modifications to this product by other than an authorized service provider could void the product warranty.
© 2019 Webasto Charging Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. No portion of these materials may be duplicated, used or disclosed without prior written permission from Webasto Charging Systems, Inc.
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This product has been designed to protect against Radio Frequency Interference
(RFI). However, there are some instances where high powered radio signals or
nearby RF producing equipment (i.e. digital phones, RF communications
equipment, etc.) could affect operation.
If interference to your charge station is suspected, Webasto recommends the
following steps be taken prior to contacting customer support for assistance.
- Relocate nearby electrical appliances or equipment during charging.
- Turn off nearby electrical appliances of equipment during charging.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this product by other than an authorized service provider could void FCC compliance.
Save These Instructions
This document is your guide to the installation and use of the PosiCharge BMID
products.
The installation examples shown are for batteries in material handling and
tug/tow vehicles.
BMID Installation
This manual describes the installation of the Battery Monitor and ID module (BMID) on a battery compatible with a Webasto PosiCharge charger. The BMID is located on the forklift battery pack to monitor the condition of the pack and to communicate the type of battery to the charger.
- CAUTION: An improperly installed BMID may cause the charger to charge incorrectly, and may void your battery warranty.
- DANGER: Electric shock hazard. Only trained personnel should install or maintain this equipment.
- CAUTION: BMIDs are installed on electrically live battery packs. Use insulated tools and DO NOT touch bare terminals of the battery with your hands.
- DANGER: Hydrogen gas may be present in battery compartments. Be sure to work on equipment only in a well ventilated environment.
BMID Installation Kits
Part Number| Description
26131| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, BASIC
26132| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, ANDERSON
26133| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, SCHALTBAU
26134| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, SEALED BATTERY
26135| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, DUAL SBX
26136| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, GSE BURTON
26509| KIT, UNIVERSAL INSTALL, BATTERY MONITOR, ANDERSON COMM & TEMP SENSOR
Please contact an authorized PosiCharge sales representative for kit details.
Installation Procedure
- First select one of the center cells in the pack as an installation location (typically the hottest cell).
- Secure the BMID to a nearby intercell connect with the provided polypropylene cable ties and foam tape.
Flooded Batteries
- Select one of the battery cells near the BMID where the temperature sensor will be installed.
- This cell should be in the center of the pack so that it will read the warmest temperature.
- Carefully drill a 0.5-inch hole in the center of the case of the cell. Insert the submersion type temperature probe through the case and submerge it into the electrolyte.
WARNING: Use only the submersion-type temperature probe with flooded batteries. Do not use the non-submersion type, black plastic temperature sensor, as it is not designed for liquid electrolyte cells.
Sealed Batteries
Select one of the battery cells near the BMID where the temperature sensor
will be attached.
It is very important to read the actual temperature of the battery. Using the
non-submersible black plastic temperature sensor, slide the probe between two
cells. This is the preferred method. If it does not fit between the cells, it
can be placed under the battery post.
CAUTION: The temperature probe is fragile. Take extra care not to damage it during installation. Also, select a location that will not be damaged during normal operation or maintenance.
Route the voltage sensing lines to the positive (red wire) and the negative (black wire) terminals of the battery.
Welded Battery Terminal Posts
Remove the plastic covers from the terminals. Install knurled brass inserts
(Part # 06602) into the pack’s positive and negative lead terminals of the
battery pack – it must be the same posts which the main positive and main
negative power cables attach to the pack. Drill a 0.188-inch diameter hole in
the center of the lead post, between 0.290 to 0.353 inches deep (drill bit
supplied in assembly kit). Press the knurled brass insert into the hole. Use
the #6 screw, flat washer, and lock washer to attach the BMID voltage wires to
the knurled insert. Apply a small amount of terminal protective grease to
completely encapsulate the screw and ring lug of both the + red and –black
terminals. Replace the plastic terminal covers.
Bolted Battery Terminal Posts
Use the same procedure as above except install the brass insert in the center
of the terminal bolt head. After applying the grease, snap the caps onto the
bolt head to insulate the connection.
Neatly bundle any excess wire length and fasten it securely to the battery
using polypropylene cable ties. Confirm all the wires are routed to prevent
chafing or snagging during normal operation and maintenance. Then secure all
of the BMID communication lines to intercell connects along their path with
the provided cable ties. Use polypropylene cable ties only – nylon cable ties
are vulnerable to sulfuric acid attack. Figure 4 shows a typical installation
of the BMID in a single connector pack. Figure 5 shows a typical installation
of the BMID in a double connector pack.
Connect the BMID data line receptacle to the mating plug on battery patch
cable. (Figure 4 & Figure 5)
BMID Initialization
NOTE: When using BMID Is with Procore chargers, skip the initialization
step.
Before a battery can be charged, the BMID must be initialized and the battery parameters written to the BMID. This is done the first time the battery is connected to a PosiCharge fast charger. At a minimum, the following parameters must be entered:
- Battery ID
- Battery type – Choose from a list of batteries by manufacturer
- Number of cells
- Battery capacity in AHrs
- Vehicle ID is optional.
- Equalization is scheduled for Sundays by default. Enter the EQ start and end days and times if another scheduled is required.
- Use the default settings for the other parameters unless instructed otherwise by PosiCharge.
BMID Initialization Procedure
WARNING: This procedure deletes all warranty data and should ONLY be
performed on new BMIDs when they are first placed into service.
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Press the Select button until BMID Configuration is displayed, then press the Enter button.
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The Enter Key Code will be displayed – enter the initial key code by pressing the Enter and Down Arrow buttons until Key Code Accepted is displayed on the screen, followed by Initialize BMID.
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Press the Select button until Initialize Date is displayed.
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Enter the secondary key code (Up Arrow and Down Arrow for 10 seconds). There will be no indication that the key code has been accepted.
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Press the Select button until Initialize BMID is displayed, the press the Enter button.
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Erase all BMID data? is displayed with Cancel flashing – press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to change Cancel to OK.
Then press the Enter button. -
Initializing BMID – please wait… is displayed followed by BMID Initialization OK and Battery ID.
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The default Battery ID type is 8 alphanumeric characters. Some older PosiCharge software does not support alphanumeric and requires a 5-digit numeric Battery ID. If a 5-Digit Numeric ID is required, press the Select button until the Battery ID Type is displayed, then press Enter, and use Up Arrow or Down Arrow keys to toggle between Alphanumeric Batt ID and 5-Digit Numeric. Then press Enter to accept.
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Press the Enter button and input the Battery ID.
NOTE: If the Charger did not accept the secondary key code, pressing the Enter button at the Battery ID screen will cause Access Denied to display. Return to the Initialize Date screen, enter the secondary key code again, and proceed with step 5 above. -
Enter the remaining BMID parameters.
NOTE: The BMID S/N is not editable. The Initialize Date parameter is automatically set to the date configured in the charger and is not editable.
Communication Wiring
Single Anderson Euro Connector Communication Wiring, Battery Side
The communication wiring provides the safety interlock signal (called the
pilot), the communication between the BMID and the charger. The communication
wiring must be connected properly for the charger to initiate a charge.
Single Schaltbau Euro Connector Communication Wiring, Battery Side
Dual SBX Connector Communicating Wiring, Charger and Battery Side
Dual Anderson Euro Connector Communication Wiring, Battery Side
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