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manu al MODEL 1620 SWITCH MODE BA TTERY CHARGER Before charging, read instructions carefully! ® Applicable to 230VAC units only.
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 .
CONTENTS 1. MODEL ENCODEMENT ............................. page 1 2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS .................. page 1 3. INST ALLA TION ............................................. page 7 4. OPERA TION .............................................
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.
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.
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.
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 oltag.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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