si ry Lh/ t7 wT [ FUP doa pole dag Tos Jeagu My fey be Ru! ONT User’s Manual And Guide To Professional Battery ChargerBulk Charging Time. Trouble Shooting ‘Maintenance... Mounting & Product Dimensions.......n.sdt ‘Application .. Equipment ...nnnennennnnnnnnnnnmnnnnnendd Declaration of Compliance . Component Description. ‘Select Charging Mode......... Reset/Deleting Settings....... \dentification of Overlap Voltage. ‘Charging Status Indication... ‘Switching Over between differant Modes. MODE 4 ot (28.8V/8 5A}... (29.43.58). MODE 8 ® (14.477), moves GE: (1azvea) MODE 5 ("SEED (19.6V/5A), MODE 6 (EID (16V/1.5A), MODE 2 Rescuing Drained Battery. ‘Abnormality Protection. ‘Overheating ProtectioFor Your Safety ‘This manual contains important safety and operating instructions. Read this manual carefully before using the charger for the first time and keep the manual in.a safe place for future reference, Product Feature ‘Congratulations on your purchase of the Powertech MB-3606 7-Step fully automatic switch mode battery charger and maintainer, designed for charging a variety of 12V and 24V Lead-acid rechargeable batteries, widely used in boats, cars, trucks and several other vehicles. The batteries may be of various types /.e. WET/Flooded (Liquid Electrolyte), GEL (Gelatin type Electrolyte, absorbed into the plates), AGM (Ausorbad Glass Mat), MF, VALA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) batteries. Their capacity range trom 12V/14Ah to 12V/220An and 24VF14Ah to 24V/120An. The Powertech MB-3606 battery charger also charges batterias in cold conditions, Using state-of-the art technology, the charger enables the recharging of the batteries to almost 100% of their original capacity, It recovers slightly sulphated batteries. it diagnoses ‘and rescues drained battery. It provides trickle charge and maintenance charging which increases battery life and gives ‘superb performance. The Powertech MB-3606 battery charger provides six output options to meet numerous requirements i.e. 14.4V, 14.7¥, 28.8V, 28.4¥, 13.6V/SUPPLY and 16¥/BOOST. It has 10 Stage charging strategy i.e. Pulse charge, 7.0A, 5.0A, 3.5A, 3.0A, 1.5A, 200mA, Boost charge, Maintenance & Pawer Supply. It has memory function. ‘The charger returns to last selected mode automatically when power is switched on (this feature is unavailable for 18.6W/SUPPLY and 18V/BOOST mode). For repetitive charging process, this is a very useful feature. However different charging mode could be selected by pressing the "MODE" button. It also features low back current drain and low ripple. Product Safety Feature * Electronically safe against user errors. The charger will not damage vehicle electronics. It is totally sale for months- Jong connections and maintenance of Irreqularly or seasonally used batteries even while the charger is stil connected to the vehicle. It provides optimal condition without damage. No risk of over-charging! * Full protection against wrong connection and against short circuit ensures safe charging operation. ‘Provided with Spark protection mechanism. This feature does not activate when the charger is in Supply mode. The Charger will nat begin operation upan connection to the battery unless charging mode has been selected. This, embedded feature eliminates the possibilty of a spark that often appears during connections. * Fully controlled by intemal MCU (Micro-Computer-Unit), which makes it faster, powerful, reliable and smarter. It detects, the state of charge of the battery plugged into it and initiates charging. + Dust and splash proot (|P65) approval. * Double insulated Ca “) Powertech MB-3606 Charger 2) Interchangeable quick contact battery leads with clamps 8) Interchangeable quick contact battery leads with eyelet terminals (@ 63mm) 4) Plug-in fuse 108 5) User Manual Information, « Bowertech MB3808 charger is designed for charging 12V 14-230n and 24V 14-120 Leac-acd rechargeable bateres, Do notuseit for any ther purposes. itmay cause en explosion. ‘WARNING! DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE A NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERY (PRIMARY CELLS). ‘Before cherging make sure the input power is as per raied specications, ctherwise the charging perdormance mey be seriously sllecied. ‘Do not use baliery charger for charging ry-coll batleres. They may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property + Never charge a fazen batery. «Never charge a damaged battery + Do not use the charger with & damaged cable (17) I must be replaced by the manufacturer, is service agent or sitilerly qualied techrician in arderto ensure safely, +o nat operaie charger appears tobe damaged o mattuncaring. Take io qualified person Sr inspection and repaic. “Do not disassemble charger, incoect reassembly may resut in electric shock o re. Locate chargar as far aay from battery as DC cable pert + Never place charger above betery being charged, gases from battery wl corrode and damage charge. «Wie charging avays use safety lasses, gloves, protective clothing and keep your face way from the battery. + Remove metal ems such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and waiches when working with a lead-acid batary A lead-acid battery can produce @ short-cut currant high enough to met such metalic jects, causing a severe bum. ‘Explosion hazard! A battery being charged could emit explosive gasses, Avoid smoking or open sparks o lames inthe viii of the batery. Explosive and flammable substances such 2s fuel or solvents shoul nat be kept in the vicinity ofthe charger or the battery ‘Disconnect the supply betore making or breaking connections othe battery «We connecting the charger othe battery, maintain right plarty connecton and avoid shor-crcuting + Comec! the epproprit DC clp to the baer post wrich isnot connected ta the eulamobile chassis. (The baer terminal not connected fo the chassis has lobe connected firs) + Comes! the other BC connecir io the chassis, amy fom the betery and feline. «The cannector tobe fixed tothe postive pole shall be coloured red and hal ia be connected to the nagative pole shal be coloured black. + Then conned he bate chegert the suply mains. (a‘Do not cover the charger while charging. + Do not touch ihe batary clips together when charger is connected with mains, ' After charging, dseonnect the battery charger Irom supply mains, Remeve the chassis ponnection and the battery connection, respectively. This will reduce back drain current. + Charging must be coased immeciately if battary is found to be too hat or leaks out quid during charging + Incase of maffunction ar damage, immediately 'sconnect the charger from the mains. + Do not use vehicle when charging permanently installed baneries, + During charging the battery must be placed in a wel ventilated area. + Danger of chemical burns! Battery acid is highly corrosive. if your skin or eyes.come into contact with acid, immediately rinse the affected part ofthe body with excessive water and seek medical advice, + This appliance is no intended for use by persons {including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilites, or lack of experience ‘and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use ofthe appance by a person responsible for ther satiety. + Chikren should ba supervised to ensure thal they do not play with tha appliance. “Ensure that charger switches to maintenance charge mad, before itis lft unattended and connected for long time, If this stage does not arrive Within 79 hours (max), the charger must be dlsconnacted manually, Locate Charger * Locate the charger as far away from battery as the DC cord permits. * While charging do not place charger direct'y above or below the battery. Gases or fluids trom the battery may corrode and damage the charger. + Never allow battery acid to drip on the charger. + Charging should be carried out in a woll-ventilated, weather protected facility. Battery Type & Settings The following recommendations should only be referred to as guidelines. For precise details, you must refer to battery manufacturer for instructions, 7 This mode is normally suitable for 24V WET, SB]: | mons | ase “This mode is recommended for several 24 ae 2 29.4v/3.5A | AGM batteries. It's also suitable for charging — batteries in sub-zero temperatures. “This mode is normally suitable for 12V WET, ° 3 144V/7A—_| MF and GEL batteries. “This mode is recommended for several 12V a 4 tazvera | AGM batteries. Is also sultable fr charging batteries in sub-zero temperatures. 2) Maintenance of 12V Lead-acid rechargeable batteries ‘This mode is suitable for maintenance of 112V batteries with capacity range from 14-230. The charger delivers a constant voltage of 13.6V. This is maintenance mode for applications where maximum capactty Ci 5 |13.6v/sasuppLy | ftom the battery Is required such as Gott Carts, Floor Sweepers etc, b) Power source: Powertech MB-3606 battery charger is also used a5 a power supply, without attaching a battery in this mode. ‘The charger delivers 13.6V/5A. Spark ree function is inactivated. However reverse Polarity protection function still works. This mode is mainly applied for recovering 12V batteries with capacity range from 14-230Ah in ormal consition. To recover severely discharged batteries due to stratified acid, this mode is useful, 6 16V/1.5A BOOST | High voltage (17V max) at 1.5A is applied for a maximum period of 3 hours. A fully charged battery ives faster result. High voltage may cause some Water loss, For optimal efficiency and minimum tisk to Vehicle's /baat's electronics, battery must be disconnected. (4s~OPERATION —. 1) Charging of a permanently installed battery in a vehicle 4) Betore. connecting or disconnecting the battary leads, the power cord should be removed from the mains. 'b) Check polarity of battory past. A positive ("4") battery post usually has a larger diameter than a negative ("-") post. 6) Identity the pole of battery which is connected to the chassis (earth). Normally the negative terminal is connected to the chassis, 4) Charging of negative earthed battery: * Make sure the black wire @ (°-" pole connection) has not cantact with the fuelling or the battery. * Connect the red wire @ ("+") to the positive ("+") pale af the battery and the black wire @ ('") to the vehicle chassis, @) Charging of positive earthed battery: + Make sure the red wire @ ("" pole connection) has no contact with the fuel line or the battery. * Connect the black wire @ {*") ta the negative ('-") pole of the battery and the red wire @ ("+") to the vehicle chassis, 2) Charging of a battery not connected to a vehicle a) Before connecting or disconnecting the battery leads, the power card should be remaved from the mains. b) Connect the red wire @ ("+") to the positive (“+”) pole of the battery and the black wire @ (~-") to the negative ("-") pole. In case of reverse polarity connection red LED“) © indicate error mode. This function would not work in ‘Supply Mode. Error indication light <)> @ would be also shown If charge mode is initiated without connecting the battery to the battery leads, '3} Charging with eyelet terminals (Permanent connection to the wehicle battery) 2) Belore connecting or disconnecting the battery leads, the power card should be remaved from the mains. b) Connect the red wire % ¢*+") tothe positive ("+") pole of the battery and the black wire @ (") to the negative (") pole. { Equipment Description Leer SLE SYMBOL rel athe ‘Yellow LED on for "POWER" In case of open circuit or shart circuit or reverse connection, LED lights up Red LED on for “Mode 1°(28.8V/3.5A) for 24V battery Red LED on for "Mode 2"(29.4V/3.5A) for 24V battery Red LED on for “Made 3°(14.4V/7A ) for 12V battery Red LED on for “Mode 4°(14.7¥/7A ) for 12V battery Red LED flashes “on-off” cycle in one second “Mode 5" 13.6V/5.0A) “Battery Maintenance’. Red LEDs display together “Mode 5° (13.65.04) “Power Suppiy" Red LED displays "Mode 6" (16V/1.5A) “Boost”Bre PE Ried LED flashes “on-of”eycle in one second “Mode 6” (16V/1.5A) @ Dates oagee i Rod LED ‘lashes (Frequoncy “on” 0.5 second, “of” 1 second) @ C= “Boost finishes" @ 1 ied LED alsplays “Incorect polartyiFaulr™ @ a ied LED flashes “on-off cycle in 0.5 second “Diagnosis @ my Fed LED flashes “on-of" cycle in 1 second (below 25%) “Recovery” 6.0 0 on, gg flashes | Red LED flashes “on-off” cycle in 1 second (below 50%) “Bulk” 6.0.8 on, im flashes | Red LED flashes ‘on-ol* cycle in 1 second (below 75%) “Bulk* @,@,@@B | me mt on, HM tashes | Red LED flashes “on-off” eycle in 1 second (below 100%) “Absorption” GO.88 Green LED displays “Fully charged” “Maintenance” @ o Mode" selection button b) Component Description Eee Charger Mounting Holes Mains Cable Power plug Male connector Female connector with protection cap Fuse Holder with 104 plug-in fuse “4” Pole connection cable (red) with ring terminal “~" Pole connection cable (black) with ring terminal Female connectar “+" Pole connection cable (red) with quick clamp (red) “Pole connection cable (black) with quick clamp (black) @/®| @Q)®|®)Q|@ @|@|2| @|@ Select Charging Mode Powertech MB-3606 battery charger has unique memory function. The charger returns to last selected mode automatically when power is switched on. For repetitive charging process, this is a handy feature. However to charge various batteries at different ambient temperature a specific charging mode could be selected manually by pressing the & B selection button until the light for correct voltage is lit. Within 0.5 second, the charger activates the selected mode. Reset / Deleting Settings In beginning of charging een after connection to the power supply, the charger automatically resets itself to “Power” basie sattings and remains in “3g () position unless further action is executed by the user. Yellow LED ist. Hdentification of Overlap Voltage To treat a 14.6-21V20.25V battory if it may be a fully charged 12V battery or deop-discharged 24V battery. Powertech MB-9606 charger smarty identiies corract nature of battery and provides appropriate course of action. Once the selection button @ is pressed, charging LED shall flash “on-off cycle in 0.5 second. Within 1-2 minutes the embedded MCU would detect change in battery voltage. If battery voltage remains at original value or rises to a higher level, system would treat it as a 24V battery, if voltage falls, its treated as a 12V battery. Attor correct identification, system would initiate action as-desctibed in “a” or *b" under paragraph “Switching over between different Modes" until the battery is disconnected, (asCharging Statiis Indication 1 (0) el) gl 72 ENG ee Us diced FLASH | OFF [OFF [OFF | Below 25% __| Diagnosis & Recovery ON FLASH [OFF [OFF | Below 50% | Bulk ON. ‘ON FLASH |OFF | Below 75% | Bulk ON. ‘ON ON | FLASH | Below 100% | Absorption ON. ‘ON ON [ON Full Maintenance: ‘Switching over between different Modes By repeatedly pressing the selection button > @ displays the charging mades in the follawing arder- a) for 12 battery: TB 0 -wose a" gh (14.4V77A) > "Mode 4” a (14.7VI7A) ~ "Mode 5° CREED (19.6V15.0A) ~> “Modo 6" XEED (1611.54) and repeats this cycle. b) for 24V battery: EB 0 “Mode 1° gh (28.8V/3.5A) ~* "Mode oy (29.4VI3.5A) and repeats this cycle, It you press) , charging mode automatically switches to the next operation mode and begins functioning in that ‘specific mode, However after a full charge, if battery is nat disconnected from the charger, it remains in float charge. Mode, even if user switches it over to another mode, This protects battery from being damaged. MODE 1 | (28.8V/3.5A) This mode is sultable for charging 24V batteries with capacity range from 14-120Ah in normal condi output terminals of 1 charging. Press the selection button @) (to select Made 1 (LED 2). After executing this operation the corresponding LED display 485 @ will light up. If no further process is activated, the electronic system will automatically start the charging with a current of 3.5A#10%. Charging shall continue in several stages: 5 00) i (D+ mm 2-H (8 until battery is fully charged upto 28.8V#0.25V. At this stage all intermediate charging status LEDs display 2 (0, imu (D, iam @ will tum on one by one until, LED display fi @ will turn on. The Trickle current is now available to battery for maintenance, ns. Connect the charger to the battery with right polarity. Connect the power cord to the power outlet to begin wove 2tf e.eve.sa) This mode is suitable for charging 24V batteries with capacity range from 14-120Ah in cold conditions or charging several AGM batteries, Conneet the output terminals of the charger to the battery with right polarity. Connect the power card to the ower outlet to begin charging, Press the selection bution 33) (@ to select Mode 2 (LED 3). After executing this operation the corresponding LED display will ight up. It no further process is activated, the electronic system will automatically start the charging with a clirant of 3.54:+10%, Charging shall continue in several stages: 2. 10> ii (D> im (2-1 until battory Is fully charged upto 29.4V0.25V. At this stage all intermediate charging status LEDs display 2 10) ia 1D, imi will tun on ‘ne by one, until LED display G2 © will turn on. The Trickle current is now available to battery for maintenance. MODE 3 is 6] (14.4v7a) “This mode is suitable for charging 12V batteries with capacity range from 14-230Ah in normal conditions. Connect the output terminals of the charger to the battery with right polarity. Cannect the power card to the power outlet to begin charging Press the selection button @> @ to select Mode 3 (LED 3). After executing this operation the corresponding LED display 24 @ will ight up. Ifno further process is activated, the electronic sysiem will automaticaly start the charging with a current of 7.010%. Charging shall continue in several stages: i) (=> x (D> mm (2 — EIB until battery is: fully charged upto 14.4V20.25¥. At this stage all intermediate charging status LEDs display (50, jag CD, sam (2 will turn on one by one, until LED display Kl & wil tum on, The Trickle current is now available 10 battery for maintenance, (46mone 4| oe (14.707) This made is suitable for charging 12 batteries with capacity range from 14-230An in cold conditions or charging several ‘AGM batteries. Connect the output terminals of the charger ta the battery with right polarity, Connect the pawer cord to the power outlet to bagin charging, Press the selection button (288) @ to select Mode 4 (LED 5). Alter executing this operation the corresponding LED display C23 will ight up. if no further pracess is activated, the electronic system will automatically start the charging with a current of 7.0A #10%. Charging shall continue in several stages: Li > mi ()—- mm 2-00 until battery is fully charged upto 14.7V20.28V. At this stage all intermediate charging status LEDs display |) jag (D, gg (2 wil turn ‘on one by one, until LED display {2 (2 will turn on. The Trickle current is now available to battery for maintenance. “SEED casvsay ‘) Maintenance of 12V batteries : This mode Is sullable for maintenance of 12V batteries with a capacity range from 14-230An, The charger delivers a constant voltage af 13,6V. This is maintenance mode for applications where maximum capacity from the battery Is required such as Gol! Carts, Flaor Sweepers atc. Connect the output terminals of the charger to the battery with right polarity. Connect the power cord to the power out to bogin charging Press the selection button > @ to solect Mode 5 (LED 6). After executing this operation the corresponding LED Sisplay © ZED will ight up. if no further process is activated, the electronic system will automatically start the maintenance charging ai constant voltage 13.6V20.5V with a output current of 5.0A::10% by indicating < 2225) flashing “ont” cycle in one second. The charger has overload protection feature in this mode. If output voltage falls below 4.5V, the charger returns to “> @) mode. b) Power Supply : Powertech MB-3606 battery charger is also used as a power supply, without altaching a battery in this mode, The charger delivers 13.6V/SA. In this mode Spark free function is inactivated. However reverse polarity protection stil works, Press the selection button > @ continuously for’3 seconds to select Mode 5 (LED 6). After executing this operation the corresponding LED display CEEED © and LED display 5 will ight up simultaneously. if no further process activated, the electronic system will automatically begin as a “Power Supply” with output voltage of 13.6V0.5V and ‘output currant of 5.0 210% MODE (161.5) To recover severely discharged 12V battories duo to stratified acid with capacity range trom 14-230Ah this mode is applied. A fully charged battery gives faster result. High voltage may cause some water loss. Far optimal efficlency, battery must be disconnected, Connect the output terminals of the charger to the battery with right polarity. Connect the power cord to the power outlet to begin charging. Press the selection button (39) ( to select Mode 6 (LED 7). After executing this operation the corresponding LED: display CEE> @ will light up. If no further process is activated, the electronic system will automatically begin boost function by delivering voltage 16.5V0.5V with a output current of 1.5A #500mA. This stage is indicated by flashing @ “on-off” cycis in one second. If battery is deep-discharged (4.5V), <=> @ may continue indicate upto 3 hours (max). Recovery attempt is made at high voltage of 17V (max) at 1.5. This process would terminate as soon as battery could ‘accept normal charging and it would be indicated by flashing CEE (P) of with frequency of “on” 0.6 second, “off” 1 second, Rescuing Drained Battery When charger is connected to a battery, before the start of charging process, the charger automatically detects the voltage of the battery. It valtage is below 4.5V (for 12V battery) and 16V (for 24V battery) the Powertech MB-3606 charger will not start due to its internal safety circuit. It initiates pulse charging mode if the voltage is in the range of 4.5¥20.25V to 10,5¥20.25V (for 12V batlory) and 16V20.25V to 21V20,25V (for 24V battery). Onee voltage of battery rises to 10.5V20.25V (for 12V battery) or 21V20.25V (for 24V battery) charger changes over to previously selected charging mode. Now the battery can be charged faster and safely. Most drained batteries Gan be charged and used again using this procedure. (Aam™Abnormality Protection {In case of short-circuit, open circuit, reversed polarity connection or battery voltage below 4.5¥s0.SV (lor 12V battery) or 16V20.25V (lar 24V battery), the charger will turn-off the electronic system and will immediately reset the system back to basic position to avoid damage to battery and charger. Overheating Protection Powertech NIB-3606 charger is protected by NTC control. During the charging process, if the charger becomes too hot, the power output is automatically reduced to protect itself from damage. The charger continues to work trickle charge. Charger increases power automatically when the ambient temperature drops. Bulk Charging Time Cee oe (An) 42 24V 4 25 49 60. 75 15 100 12 24 120 15 30. 230 28 Technical Data TEST Input Vollage AC 220-240VAC, 5O/80H2 Oulpat Valiage” TV & PAV (Auto-selecl) Tnput Gurrent “BARMS max Emfcioncy >75% Charging Voltage 28 V0 25V or 29. 4V20 25V or 14.430 ABV or 14. 7VH0 25 oF 18 6VE0 BV or 16.5V20.5V Charging Current T.OA&10% oF SALTON OF 3.OAE10% oF 1.GA8500MA_ Back Current Drain® - (in following situation- a) The battery is connected with reverse polarity poles Powar Mode “SD one Te charger goes 0 Power mode ‘© (D in following stuations- a) Charger's terminals are short circuled or open circuited when charging initiated b) Overtoaded charging ‘¢) Attempt to charge a defective battery a) Charging is initiated without any battery connected to the battery leads: e) Attempt to charge a battery whose voltage is below 4.5Va0.5V (for 12V battery) or 16V0.25V (Hor 24¥ battery) f) The charger is in recovery made for over 7 hours 9) The charger i inbuk and abeorpion mode for over 41 ours Trouble Shooting ‘Charger light does not turn on: a) Remove the charger fram the AC outlet and recheck the charger clamps are connected to the carrect terminals and are making a clean connection b) Check to make sure AG oultet is supplying power ) Abad connection of the battery to ground ‘Charger light is on but battery does nat charge properly a) The battery may be detective or of oversize b) The battery has a excessive current draw, battery must be replaced am,(Maintenance Powertech MB-3606 charger does not need any specific maintenance. Only install, maintain or service this charger when It is disconnected from the mains. It may be cleaned with a dry cloth or soft tissue, Under any sircumstances, do not use any solvents or other cleaning agents. Mounting & Product dimensions The charger is easy to fix using two screws. Please refer to product drawing. Equipment Powertech MB-3606 charger is supplied with two detachable and interchangeable colour coded lead sats- ane with ‘clamps far bench charging and other with eyelet terminats (@6,3mm) with in-line battery protection plug-in fuse (10) for permanent attachment to the battery posts to allow quick connection /disconnection through snap-connector. Connectors Interchangeable Quick Contact Battery Leads with Clamps (| on | Interchangeable Quick Contact Battery Leads with Eyelet Terminals ‘Snap Connector Declaration of Compliance Tested and approved by Jiangsu TUV Product Service Ltd. Guangzhou Branch and conforms to EN 60395-1, EN 60335-2-29, EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 62233, Complied and tested to Australia/New Zealand electrical safety standards-AS/NZS CISPR 14,1:2003, ASINZS60395.2.29 2004 Safety Approval number Q080734, Environment friendly disposal You can help protect the environment! Please remember to respect the local regulations: hand in the non-working electrical equipments to an appropriate waste disposal centre. The packaging material is recyclable. Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner and make it available for the recyclable material collection-service. Note: We reserve right to carry out technical modifications for improvement of MB-3606 charger without um notice. Distributed by: Electus Distribution Pty Lid 320 Vietoria Road, Rydalmere NSW 2116 Australia Tel: 1300738 555 Fax: 1300738500 www.electusdistribution.com.au 67599