Technical Features; Safety Rules - AWELCO THOR 320 Manual Del Usuario

TECHNICAL FEATURES

"THOR" series battery chargers-starters are devices suitable to charge lead-acid batteries with electrolytic liquid and start
vehicles. There are two output 12V and 24V voltage. They are all feeded by a AC (alternating current) 230V - 50Hz
current.
Fitted with mains cable and supplied with positive (red) and negative (black) charging clamps. Also features a charge rate
gauge and protection against short circuits by interchangeable fuses. The charger-starter is fitted with a thermostatic
protection which switches itself on when the temperature of the transformer's windings exceeds calibrated maximum
temperature, in such case, the pointer hand of the amperometer will go to minimum position indicating that the charge is
being interrupted. The operation will start again oncethe temperature decreases at appropriate values.
To stop the charge, disconnect as per the following sequence : the mains, the negative terminal, the positive terminal.
The length of charge can approximately be worked out by deviding the capacity in amps per hour of the battery by the
charge current I . For instance for a battery of 80Ah capacity and with I
2
Towards the end of the charge, the gauge indicator will move gradually towards the minimum.
In case of malfunction, carry out the following :
1) Ensure that the clamps are connected to the correct and appropriates terminals ;
2) Check the fuses and change if necessary ;
3) See that the mains plug is properly connected and wired.
4) Check that the charger-starter's thermostatic protection has not switched on.
If problems persists, contact a qualified technician.
N.B. : If the charger's mains cable becomes damaged, it must be replaced exclusively by a qualified workshop
special tools are required for this operation.
The wires in the main lead are coloreud and must be wired in accordance with the following code:
Brown = LIVE Blue = NEUTRAL

SAFETY RULES

For the operator's safety we recommend as follows :
1) Before starting the charge, read the instructions carefully.
2) Disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting the connections from the battery.
3) CAUTION ! Avoid sparks or flames as gases in the vicinity can be explosive.
4) To ensure protection against indirect contacts, connect the device only to a socket having an earth connection
5) Do not expose to rain.
6) Connecting clamps and battery terminals should always be kept clean.
7) Absolutely avoid reverting polarities.
8) This charger-starter features components such as switches or relays which can cause electric arcs or sparks;
therefore, if the device is used in a garage or similar places, position the starter-charger in a safe area suitable for
this purpose.
9) Attention! Do not recharge unrechargeble batteries.
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Green - Yellow = EARTH
= 10A .We have : 80/10 = 8 hours charging time.
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