Introduction; Intended Product Use; Important Safety Information - tbs electronics Omnicharge DC OCD12/12-50 Mode D'emploi

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a TBS Electronics (TBS) Omnicharge DC to DC battery charger.
Please read this owner's manual for information about using the product correctly and
safely. Keep this owner's manual and all other included documentation close to the product
for future reference. For the most recent manual revision, please check the downloads
section on our website.
The purpose of this owner's manual is to provide explanations and procedures for installing,
configuring and operating the battery charger. The installation instructions are intended for
installers that should have knowledge and experience in installing electrical equipment,
knowledge of the applicable installation codes, and awareness of the hazards involved in
performing electrical work and how to reduce those hazards.
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Intended product use

The Omnicharge DC battery chargers are primarily intended to charge an auxiliary or service
battery from a vehicle starter battery. The input battery voltage can be above, below or
equal to the output battery voltage. An Omnicharge DC charger allows the auxiliary battery
to be perfectly charged regardless of the input voltage, while being protected against
damage due to peak voltages.
The Omnicharge DC battery chargers are compatible with vehicles that are equipped with
variable output smart alternators (EUR 6+). The Omnicharge DC can start charging based on
a programmable input voltage range only, or in combination with an engine run signal. There
is also a separate (BMS-) control input available that enables external control for charger-on
and -standby.
1.2

Important safety information

This section contains important safety information for the Omnicharge DC battery charger.
Each time, before using the Omnicharge DC battery charger, READ ALL instructions and
cautionary markings on or provided with the battery charger, and all appropriate sections of
this guide. This battery charger contains no user serviceable parts. Opening up the battery
charger will void product warranty.
FIRE AND/OR CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
Do not cover or obstruct any air vent openings and/or install in a zero clearance
compartment.
WARNING
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