General description – Power-Sonic C SERIES SWITCH-MODE CHARGERS User Manual

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Make sure that the current output of the charger is within recommended parameters for the selected
battery as described by the battery manufacturer

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Always keep children away from charging equipment when it is in use. Do not allow them to handle or play
with the chargers when they are not in use.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION


This unit is designed to operate in a single stage, float charge mode. This unit is not designed to operate as a
standalone power supply. The operating temperature range for AC-Series chargers is 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)

This unit is designed to automatically switch into a single stage, float charge mode when the battery is charged.
This unit is not designed to operate as a standalone power supply.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before using this battery charger, make sure it is compatible with your battery. Refer to the ratings on the
battery charger, the specifications in this manual, and your battery documentation.

The charger (except for PSC-1210000A-C) may be used with input voltages of 110-240 VAC, 50 or 60Hz.

Please note that the PSC-1210000A-C is only available for use with input voltages of 90–132V 60Hz. This
charger is ideally suited for batteries from 40-100AH. The charger may also be used for charging batteries from
100-140AH, but the charging time will be increased.

Make sure that the nominal voltage of the charger matches the nominal voltage of the battery.

Attach the charger leads to the terminals of the battery before plugging the charger in to the power outlet. Af-
ter the charger has been plugged into the power outlet the LED light will indicate that the power is on

After the charger has been connected to the power the red LED will light up . This indicates that the charger
has gone into Fast Charge mode.

The green LED will light up when the charger has switched to Float voltage indicating that the battery is close
to being fully charged.

Please refer to the Charging Characteristics Curve on page 4.

CHARGING BATTERIES

Our Technical Manual provides detailed information about charging procedure. A copy can be downloaded
from our website: www.power-sonic.com (go to Technical and click on the tab at the right hand side of the
page).

Power-Sonic Corporation

7550 Panasonic Way

San Diego, CA 92154

Tel: 619-661-2020 Fax: 619-661-3650

E-Mail: [email protected]

Website: http//www.power-sonic.com

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