ProMariner ProTech-i - Manual (Page 9)

7) USA 120 Volt or European 230 Volt AC Connections: (For USA 240V AC please refer to step
#8). A terminal strip is provided on the charger for AC power input. Connect Black (Europe-
Brown) to the terminal marked Line. Connect White (Europe-Blue) to the terminal marked Neutral.
Connect Green (Europe-Green/Yellow) to the terminal marked (Ground/ Earth). Install an
appropriate circuit breaker dedicated to the charger at the boat’s electrical panel. Please refer
to the table at the bottom of the page for minimum protective AC fuse or circuit breaker sizes.
8) USA 240 Volt AC Connections: (If using 120 volt AC or European 230 volt AC please refer
to step #7 and ignore this step). A terminal strip is provided on the charger for AC power
input. Connect Black to the terminal marked Line. Connect Red to terminal marked Neutral.
Connect Green to the terminal marked (Ground/ Earth). Install an appropriate circuit breaker
dedicated to the charger at the boat’s electrical panel. Please refer to the table at the
bottom of the page for minimum protective AC fuse or circuit breaker sizes.
Shown Above: AC terminal block. Please note the connections and wire appropriately. The
circuit board is also labeled to indicate proper connections.
Please note: All AC wire connections and installations must be made in compliance with ABYC E-11
Minimum AC Wire Size examples with Marine grade wire rated at 105˚ C for 10 feet in length:
14 AWG = up to 15 amps , 12 AWG = up to 20 Amps
(See ABYC E-11 for exact wire sizes for length of run, ampacity, temperature, location and number
of wires in bundles.)
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Setup and Operation Continued
Programmable Battery Type Selector Switch
Your battery charger has a user programmable battery type selector switch that is factory
set for standard Flooded (Lead-acid) and AGM battery(s). Please confirm the appropriate
battery type and the orientation of selector switch before use.
In order to change the factory setting from Flooded (Lead-acid) to either AGM 2, sealed
maintenance free or GEL type batteries, simply, remove AC power to the battery charger, remove
the end cap cover on the DC end of the charger and locate the user programmable battery
selector switch. Shown below you will find the four battery type configuration settings that are
used to program the 3 position dip switch as shown below. Choose the correct illustration for
your battery type. If you are unsure as to what kind of battery you have please refer to “Selecting
a Charging Profile & Understanding Battery Types” on page 7. Once your ProTech-i is programmed
for your battery type, reinstall DC endcap. Apply AC power. The Battery Type LED will illuminate
indicating your selection.
Note: If more than 1 battery type is illuminated, recheck your battery type selector switch
positions as illustrated above. It should be noted, only (1) of the 3 switch tabs located on
top of the 3 tab dip switch can be in the "ON" position for proper selection and operation.
Programmable Absorption Timer Switch
The ProTech-i Series is equipped with a programmable absorption timer switch that places the
charger into the absorption / conditioning mode for a period of 1,2,3 or 4 hours as programmed
and indicated by the switch selection. Determine the best absorption / conditioning time either
by obtaining your battery manufacturers recommended specifications or by using the guidlines
on page 7. Below are the 1,2,3 and 4 hour switch configuration settings that are used to program
the 3 position dip switch to the desired length of time.
Charger Model 110 volt breaker 220-230 volt breaker
ProTech1210i 6 Amp 4 Amp
ProTech1215i 7 Amp 5 Amp
ProTech1220i 8 Amp 6 Amp
ProTech1225i 11 Amp 7 Amp
ProTech1230iPlus 11 Amp 7 Amp
ProTech1240iPlus 14 Amp 8 Amp
ProTech2420iPlus 14 Amp 8 Amp Minimum Amp Ratings when selecting AC breaker sizes.
L =LINE
N =NEUTRAL
G =GROUND
I n s t a l l a t i o n
Absorption Time Selector Switch
1 2 3
ON
1 Hour
Absorption
1 2 3
ON
2 Hour
Absorption
1 2 3
ON
3 Hour
Absorption
1 2 3
ON
4 Hour
Absorption
AC Connections
5) AC power should not be present until step 10 is completed. After connecting the AC and DC cables
to the charger use cable support on the cables within 6” of the charger for both the AC and DC cables.
6) Be cautious when connecting battery cables to the charger and check to make sure AC
power is off. Be careful when placing battery cables near one another to avoid possible shorting
or arcing (sparking) that can occur when positive and negative wires touch.
SW 2
SW 1
Battery Type Selector (Switch Positions)
1 2 3
ON
OFF
Flooded/AGM 1
(Lead Acid)
1 2 3
ON
OFF
AGM 2
(Absorbed Glass Mat)
1 2 3
ON
OFF
Sealed
(Maintenance Free)
1 2 3
ON
OFF
GEL
(Gelled Electrolyte Lead-acid)