ProMariner ProTech-i - Manual (Page 6)

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Tr o u b l e S h o o t i n g
Charger Output Trouble Shooting
When working with tools near electricity serious electrical shock can occur resulting in injury.
1) Turn off all power to the charger and disconnect all the DC cables at the batteries
making sure that no cables are in contact with equipment, other wiring, or one another.
2) Please note switch positions before changing settings. Set the user programmable
battery type selector switch to the Flooded (Lead-acid) position shown on page 6 (Note
switch position to reset after troubleshooting is complete).
3) Set the user programmable absorption type selector switch to one hour as shown on
page 6. (Note: Please make sure to make note of your ProTech i Charger's programmed
settings for battery type and absorption time so you can reprogram your charger after
troubleshooting is completed).
4) Apply AC power. The charger will first be in the Fast Charge Mode, followed by the
Absorption/ Conditioning Mode. Note: Because the batteries will not be connected during
this test the transition from Fast Charge to absorption may be so quick you will not see
the change in modes. This is normal and acceptable. Once you have confirmed your
ProTech-i Series Charger is in the absorption mode use a digital volt meter (DVM) to check
the output voltage of the charger. It should read between 14.6 and 14.7 Volts DC (for the
Factory Flooded (Lead-acid) Setting).
5) If the voltage is 14.6-14.7 keep the charger’s AC power on with the DC outputs
disconnected from the battery(s). Leave the charger on for approximately one hour, make
sure absorption switch is in one hour setting otherwise it could take up to 4 hours or until
float mode is observed. The voltage should drop to 13.5 VDC indicating float mode.
6) If you see all of the above voltages, your charger is working correctly. Turn off the
charger and reprogram your ProTech i charger back to your original program settings.
Place end caps back on and reapply AC shore power to charger.
7) If you don’t see the initial 14 VDC, the charger either has a blown fuse, or a circuit board
failure. Please contact ProMariner’s Customer Service 1-800-824-0524 or email us at:
[email protected]
To troubleshoot for correct DC charging voltages and to confirm proper operation of
each charging stage. Please follow steps 1 thru 7.
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C a u t i o n s , W a r n i n g s & S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s
Important Safety Instructions Continued
7. WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a) WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS
REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR
CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
b) To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by
battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of
a battery(s). Review cautionary markings on these products.
8. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
a) Someone should be within the range of your voice or close enough to come to your
aid when working near a Lead-acid battery.
b) Have plenty of soap and water nearby in case battery acid comes in contact with skin,
clothes or eyes.
c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while
working near battery(s).
d) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid
enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.
e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.
CAUTION - To reduce the risk of injury, charge only Lead-acid type rechargeable batteries
(Flooded, Sealed Flooded, GEL (Gelled Electrolyte Lead-acid) or AGM (Absorbed Glass
Mat)). Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury. The ProTech-i is factory
set for Flooded (Lead-acid) batteries.
Check the position of the battery type selector
switch before applying power to insure the charger is in the correct setting for the
battery type. This switch is located on the DC end of the charger see Page 5.
Incorrect assembly may result in electrical shock or fire.
f) Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery, it might spark
or short-circuit the battery or other electrical hardware that may cause a fire or explosion.
g) Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, and
jewelry when working near a battery. A battery can produce a short circuit current high
enough to weld a ring or any other metal, causing serious burns.
h) Do not use the battery charger to charge dry cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances i.e. a cordless power drill battery. These batteries may burst and
cause injury to persons and damage to property.
i) NEVER charge a frozen battery.