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Load ConnectionsConnectionsUp to 10 Loadindependently-fusedloads may beconnected.LoadsareattachedusingthetwoUp to 10 independently-fusedloadsmaybe10-way terminalconnected.blocks.Loads are attached using the two 10-way3.6mm min8.2mm maxterminal blocks.Refer to Table 2 for wire size recommendations.Refer to Table 2 for wire size recommendations.Where thewiresto thetoterminalblocks,Wheretheconnectwires connectthe terminalblocks, theythey shouldpreferablywitha spadeshouldpreferablybebe fittedfitted witha spadeterminal. Into fit intotheintoterminalblock, spadeterminalsterminal.orderIn orderto fitthe terminalblock,need to conformto conformthe dimensionsinspade terminalsneed toto theprovideddimensionsFigure 2.provided in Figure 2.Caravan Battery ConnectionFigure 2:Spade TerminalDimensionsFigure 2: Spade oncaravan battery to the terminals shown in Figure 3 on page 11.ConnectReferthe caravantheterminals shown in Figure 3 on page 13.to Table 2batteryfor wire tosizerecommendations.Refer to TheTable2 for connectionwire size recommendations.Thehaspositivehas an on-board fuse sonopositiveadditionalconnectionfusing is required.an on-board fuse so no additional fusing is required.External DC Input ConnectionSuitable fuse protection must be provided for the “DC In VE”External DCCAUTION:Input Connectioninput. A fuse rating not exceeding 30 Amps must be used.The power supply terminal “DC In VE” provides an alternative option forCAUTIONpowering of the load and chargingof the batteries when mains voltages are notpresent. This input is to be powered from a suitable 12 V system (e.g. your Car).Suitableprotectionmustbe providedfor theIn VE”Thevoltagefuseof thisexternal DCpowersource shouldnot“DCexceed14.8 V.input. A fuse rating not exceeding 30 Amps must be used.This input is diode isolated, so it is strictly an input; the Genius-II will never supplycurrent to anything connected to this terminal.The powerterminalinput“DCforIn a VE”providesan alternative option forThissupplyis the preferredcar ebatterieswhenmanagementmains voltagesNote: The Genius-II does not provide battery chargingwhen arenot present.Thisinputistobepoweredfromasuitable 12Vsystem(e.g.operating in this configuration (no mains, DC power provided through theexternalinput).this configurationcurrent andvoltage controlthe batterymust beyour Car).TheInvoltageof this externalDC powersourceforshouldnot exceed14.8 V. provided from the external source.SolarPanelisolated,ConnectionThis inputis diodeso it is strictly an input; the Genius-II will neversupply currenttoanythingconnectedthisThis is thepreferredCAUTION: Solar panels shouldtonotbe terminal.directly connected;a solarpanelinput forvoltagea car batteryregulatorconnection.must be fitted between solar panels and the battery.Solarpower shoulda seriesvoltageregulator)managementbe connected directlyNote: TheGenius-IIdoes (throughnot providebatterychargingwhen intothe caravan battery circuit. See Figure 3 on page 11.operatingin this configuration (no mains, DC power provided through thesolarInpowermay be wired directlyto thecaravanbattery,or toforthethecaravanexternal Theinput).this configurationcurrentandvoltagecontrolbattery must be provided from the external source.912

Fuse 810AFuse 710AFuse 610AFuse 510AFuse 410AFuse 310AFuse 210AFuse 110AFigure 3: DC Wiring Diagram12VCaravanBattery The solar regulator may beconnected at the Genius-IIor at the caravan battery asshown above.–Figure 3: DC Wiring Diagram Load 10–Fuse 910A.Fuse 1010A Load 1–12VSolarRegulator–12V Car Batteryor other DCsource–35AFUSEFuse for CaravanBattery/SolarRegulatorOptional SwitchFuses for Loads 1311Close to disconnectall Loads

Solar Panel ConnectionCAUTIONSolar panels should not be directly connected; a solar panel voltageregulator must be fitted between solar panels and the battery.Solar power should (through a series voltage regulator) be connecteddirectly into the caravan battery circuit. See Figure 3 on page 9. The solarpower may be wired directly to the caravan battery, or to the caravan batteryconnections on the Genius-II. Use whichever connection point is mostconvenient from a wiring perspective.Note: A solar panel voltage regulator with maximum output voltage notexceeding 14.8 V must be used at all times. In some situations the led canblink randomly, this is because the solar charger voltage is greater than thecharger voltage. This occurs only when the mains and the solar charger areboth present.REMOTE LOAD-ISOLATOR SWITCH CONNECTIONThe Genius-II allows for remote control of the load connections. A pairof contacts are provided for connection to the external switch. Whenthis switch is closed, all loads are disconnected from all power. Batterycharging is not effected by this switch. The switch current when closedis less than 1 mA, so any convenient switch and wire size may be used.14

BATTERY CONNECTION/DISCONNECTION PROCEDUREWARNINGSparks have the potential to cause an explosion should combustiblegases be present. The following procedures are designed to minimise therisk of spark generation while connecting or disconnecting the battery.Battery Connection ProcedureThe caravan battery should be connected as per the following steps.1. Remove mains power to the Genius-IITurn off the power switch on the Genius-II2. Disconnect all loadsTurn off all 12V equipment connected to the Genius-II3. Connect the positive battery terminal4. Connect the negative battery terminalIf the battery negative is connected to chassis, ensure a connection existsfrom chassis to the “Bat—VE” terminal of the Genius-II.Battery Disconnection ProcedureThe caravan battery should be disconnected as per the following steps.1. Disconnect all loadsTurn off all 12V equipment connected to the Genius-II ordisconnect the loads using the remove load-disconnect switch2. Remove mains power to the Genius-IITurn off the power switch on the Genius-II3. Disonnect the negative battery4. Disconnect the positive battery terminal15

BATTERIESNote: This battery charger is rated to charge lead acid batteries of up to 300Ah capacity. Charging current is limited to 15 A or 30 A depending on the typeof the model. Refer to About the Genius-II Power Supply.When using batteries with this product always consult with the batterymanufacturer for a detailed description of the installation, use andmaintenance of the battery.(AGM)and forGelchargingbatteries.This productis suitable12 V Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) batteriesincluding Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) batteries, both AbsorbedCurrentBattery CapacityGlass Mat (AGM) Chargeand Gel Batteries.Chargin100 AhCHARGE CURRENT15 ABATTERY CAPACITY200 Ah100 Ah30 ATable8 hours4 ho200 Ah200 Ah16 hours8 ho100 Ah300 Ah4 hours12 h200 Ahtimes are based on8 continuoushours3: These chargecharging wibattery voltage greater than 10.5 V.300 Ah12 hoursParalleling BatteriesTable 3: These charge times are based on continuous chargingwith an initial battery voltage greater than 10.5VWhen paralleling batteries together, all the batteries MUST bePARALLELING BATTERIES of the same type, e.g. deep cycle batteryWhen parallelingtogether,all the batteries batteriesof the samecapacity,e.g. 100MUSTAh be:ofe.g.thedeepsamemanufacturer99 of the same type,cyclebatteryfully chargedbefore connecting them together99 of the same capacity,e.g. 100 Ah99 of the same manufacturer99 fully charged before connecting them togetherFigure 4:Recommended wiringfor connecting batteriesin parallel1616 h100 Ah15 A30 A8 hoCHARGING TIMESFigure 4: Recommended wiring for

WARNINGDo not install battery in the same compartmentwhere flammable material such as petrol is stored.STORAGEIf the caravan is to be stored for a long period of time, first fully charge thebattery and ensure all loads are disconnected. Recharge the battery at leastonce every 6 months. Regular recharging will prevent the battery frombecoming deeply discharged—a condition which can significantly shortenbattery life.DEEPLY DISCHARGED BATTERIESThis battery charger is not designed to charge deeply discharged batteries.Its effectiveness in charging such a battery is a function of the depth ofdischarge and the battery size. Bigger (higher capacity) batteries will bemore troublesome in this respect.In normal use a battery connected to the Genius-II should never becomedeeply discharged, so recharging it should never be a problem.If a battery has become deeply discharged and the Genius-II will not chargeit, remove the battery (see Battery Connection/Disconnection Procedure onpage 10) and charge it with a stand-alone charger. Once the battery voltagehas recovered to normal levels and the charge current is less than 15 A, itmay be reinstalled.17

SERVICINGThis product contains hazardous voltages and energy hazards, which canresult in death or injury. Only properly qualified service personnel mayservice it.There are no internal user serviceable parts. Only the fuses located in theexposed terminal block area are user serviceable.Isolate mains power, batteries and other DC input sources before servicing.Fuses: Only the DC output load and battery fuses may be replacedFuse ratings: Loads: 32 V Automotive mini-blade Fuse, 15A maximumBattery: 32 V Automotive regular blade Fuse, 35A maximumFactory-fitted FuseLoad fuses: 10 A FuseBattery fuse: 35 A FuseFUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONFunctional DescriptionFUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMFunctional DiagramDC IN VECar BatteryBATERY FUSECaravan BatteryReverseBatteryProtectionIsense3.3mΩVadjBAT VEBAT –VEBattery –VeLOAD FUSESL1 – L1010 x LoadOutputs–VEAC InputAC / DC10 x LoadReturnsLOAD SWITCHBattery Low-voltageDisconnect CircuitLoad Remotedisconnect CircuitRemote Loadon/off InputFigure 5: Functional SchematicFigure 5: Functional SchematicAC/DC Power Supply18This provides an isolated 13.65 V DC output for powering of the load andcharging of the battery. Battery current is sensed and monitored by the powersupply to limit the charging current to 15 A or 30 A maximum depending on themodel. Refer to About the Genius-II Power Supply.

AC/DC POWER SUPPLYThis provides an isolated 13.65 V DC output for powering of the loadand charging of the battery. Battery current is sensed and monitored bythe power supply to limit the charging current to 15 A or 30 A maximumdepending on the model. Refer to About the Genius-II Power Supply.FAULT PROTECTIONThe power supply provides automatic protection for overload including shortcircuit, over-voltage, over-temperature and reverse connected battery.In overload, short circuit, and over voltage condition the power supply willshut down. It will then automatically attempt to restart every 5 seconds untilsuch case that the fault is removed.FUSINGEach load circuit and the caravan battery connection have been fused toprovide fault protection and discrimination. Refer to the servicing section forfuse ratings.BATTERY CHARGING FEATURESThe power supply (Genius-II) provides full battery management as per thefollowing: The power supply is a three stage battery charger with Boost,Float, and Store charging modes to ensure long battery life. Chargingcurrent is limited to a maximum of 15 A or 30 A maximum depending on themodel. Details of the charging process can be found in the Battery ChargingManagement section below.The power supply is able to deliver 35 A maximum to the battery andloads on all models. For GENIUS-II, GENIUS-IIA and GENIUS-IIN, the 15 Abattery charging rate is only possible if the load current is 20A or less. If theload current exceeds 20 A, the maximum battery charging current will bereduced accordingly. The same logic goes for GENIUS-IIH, GENIUS-IIHA andGENIUS-IIHN models, but have maximum battery charge current of 30 A.Note that for the Genius-II to operate in the manner described above, allloads must be connected to load terminals, not directly to the caravanbattery.Low Voltage Disconnection of the batteries is provided to prevent deepdischarge of the battery. Automatic reconnection occurs when batteryvoltage recovers. Battery Current Drain is less than 3 mA.19

BATTERY CHARGING MANAGEMENTTo maintain the battery in a good state of health, an intelligently controlled chargingalgorithm is used. The purpose is to ensure that the correct voltages are appliedto the battery terminals at the appropriate times throughout its usage cycle. Thebasics of the charging algorithm are detailed in Figure 6.Charging AlgorithmWhen mains is interruptedduring Vfloat modeVfloat(13.65V)Vboost(14.05V)Vstore(13.25V)15 min24 HoursBattery VoltageVstore(13.25V)24 Hours24 HoursWhen mains is interruptedduring Store or PeriodicBoost modeFloat ModeStore ModePeriodic Boost ModeDuring Float mode the battery is charged at15 A until the float voltage is reached. Then itchanges to constant voltage charging.Store mode is activated when the battery hasbeen in Float mode for 24 hours (long enough forthe battery to be fully charged).If the float voltage has been reached and themains is interrupted for more than an hour, thenupon recovery of the mains the unit switches toBoost mode for 15 minutes and then returnsback to Float mode.During Store mode the unit switches to Boostmode for 15 minutes every 24 hours (calledPeriodic Boost mode).During Periodic Boost mode if the mains is lost formore than 2 minutes, then upon recovery of themains the unit switches to Float mode.Figure 6: Charging AlgorithmFigure 6: Charging AlgorithmBattery ChargingStoreSTOREMode icallyat 13.65V) thereis continuouschargingDuring Float(typicallyat 13.65V) thereis continuouschargingcurrent currentinto thein ainlongtermtermchargingsituationto causeonintothe battery,battery,sufficientsufficienta longchargingsituationto corrosioncause corrosionthethebatterypositiveplate.plate.To preventthis corrosionthe chargerwhatisonbatterypositiveTo preventthis corrosiontheutiliseschargerutiliseswhatcalleda Storagemode,wherethe chargingvoltagevoltageis reducedto 13.25 toV. 13.25In this V. Iniscalleda Storagemode,wherethe chargingis reducedmode the charging current is very small, usually less than the battery's selfthismode the charging current is very small, usually less than the battery’sdischarge current.selfdischarge current.If left continuously in Store mode, the battery would slowly discharge, so toIfpreventleft continuouslyin Storemode,the batterywouldslowlyoncedischarge,so tothis the chargerswitchesto Boostmode for15 minutesa day. Thispreventthistothechargerswitchesto Boost mode for 15 minutes once a day.is sufficientkeepthe batteryfully charged.Thisis sufficientkeep whichthe batterycharged.The netresult is atobatterycan befullyleft oncharge indefinitely without ouscharging.Theresultis a batterywhich canleft on chargeindefinitely without theusual battery degradation problems from continuous charging.1720

LED INDICATORIndicatorALEDmulti-colourLED indicator is provided to indicate the following operatingconditions.A multi-colour LED indicator is provided to indicate the following operatingconditions:ColourConditionGreen (Solid)Mains present AND battery fully charged(battery charging current less than 1 A)Green (Flash)Mains present AND battery charging AND loadsconnectedGreen (Blink)No Mains and battery voltage above disconnectvoltage (the battery is powering the loads)Red (Solid)Mains present AND battery connected ANDpower supply in over-temperature shutdownmodeRed (Flash)Mains present AND battery fuse blownRed (Blink)Loads disconnected via remote disconnectionswitchRed and/orGreen flashesof unspecifieddurationOutput overload orOther unspecified faultTable 4: LED IndicationsNotes:a)b)c)LED on continuouslyTypically 0.25 second on, 0.25 second offTypically 0.25 second on, 4 second off1821

SPECIFICATIONSInput Voltage240 Vac nominal, 10%, 50/60 Hz. The power supply willwithstand a 5 min 15 % surge on the maximum nominal voltageInput Surge 40 A (cold start)Holdup Time 10 mS at full load current and over nominal input voltageoperating rangeOutput Current35 A Continuous (load battery current)Factory Set Voltage13.65 V /0.1 V (Float voltage)Load Regulation 2%Output Ripple Voltage 150 mVOver Voltage Protection 17 VOver Current Protection35 A to 38 A (load battery current)Battery Current Limit15 A 1 A (GENIUS-II, GENIUS-IIA and GENIUS-IIN)30 A 3 A (GENIUS-IIH, GENIUS-IIHA and GENIUS-IIHN)Battery Connect11.5 0.2 VDisconnect10.0 0.2 VBattery Drain 3 mAEfficiency 84 %Cooling FanThermally controlledAmbient0 C – 50 CWeight3.7 kgStandardsSafety: AS/NZS 60335.1, AS/NZS 60335.2.29 EMC: AS/NZSCISPR 22 Class A Compliance: ERACREPAIRS AND AFTER-SALES SERVICEPlease consult your BMPRO dealer.WARNINGDo not disassemble, modify, or repair the unit.Doing so may result in electric shocks or fire.22

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Connection point for battery negative terminal and external DC input negative wire 11. Battery Positive Terminal Connection point for caravan battery positive terminal . All DC connections should be wired according to Figure 3 on page 13. A block diagram of the basic internal wiring of the Genius-II can be found in Figure 5 on page 13.