ENGLISH Blue Smart IP22 Charger 12V - 15/20/30A | 24V - 8/12/16A | 230/240VAC Rev.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger Table of Contents 1. Safety instructions ................................................................................................................... 1 2. Quick start guide ..................................................................................................................... 2 3. Features ................................................................................................................................ 3 4. Operation ...............................
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 1. Safety instructions CAUTION: CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Ensure the area around the battery and charger is properly ventilated. • Do not cover or place any objects on top of the charger. • Do not place the charger on top of the battery. • Ensure that there are no sparks or ignition sources near the battery; batteries can emit explosive gasses while being charged.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 2. Quick start guide 1. Connect DC cables to the charger and then the battery or batteries; ensure that there is a good electrical connection and keep the terminals away from any surrounding objects that could cause a short circuit. 2. Connect the AC power cable to a mains power outlet; the BULK LED will be illuminated when the blue smart charger is powered up. 3.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 3. Features a. Bluetooth setup and monitoring (Using VictronConnect) Easily setup, monitor or update the charger firmware using the VictronConnect app and a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet). b. Multi-stage charge algorithm The multi-stage charge algorithm is specifically engineered to optimise each recharge cycle and charge maintenance over extended periods. c.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger The blue smart charger range will attempt to recharge a severely discharged battery (even down to 0V) with low current and then resume normal charging once the battery voltage has risen sufficiently - many other chargers will not recognise a battery in this state. m. Power supply mode A specific mode to use the charger as a DC power supply; to power equipment at a constant voltage with or without a battery connected.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 4. Operation 4.1. Charge algorithm The Victron blue smart charger range are intelligent multi-stage battery chargers, specifically engineered to optimise each recharge cycle and charge maintenance over extended periods. The multi-stage charge algorithm includes the individual charge stages described below: 1. Bulk The battery is charged at maximum charge current until the voltage increases to the configured absorption voltage.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 4.2. Temperature compensation The Victron blue smart charger range will automatically compensate the configured charge voltage based on ambient temperature (except for Li-ion mode or if manually disabled). The optimal charge voltage of a lead acid battery varies inversely with battery temperature; automatic temperature-based charge voltage compensation avoids the need for special charge voltage settings in hot or cold environments.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 4.3. Commencing a new charge cycle A new charge cycle will commence when: a. Bulk stage is complete and the current output increases to the maximum charge current for four seconds (due to a simultaneously connected load) b. If re-bulk current is configured; the current output exceeds the re-bulk current in float or storage stage for four seconds (due to a simultaneously connected load) c. The MODE button is pressed or a new charge mode is selected d.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 4.4. Estimating charge time A lead acid battery is at approximately 80% state of charge (SOC) when the bulk charge stage is completed. The bulk stage duration Tbulk can be calculated as Tbulk = Ah / I, where I is the charge current (excluding any loads) and Ah is the depleted battery capacity below 80% SOC. An absorption period Tabs of up to 8 hours may be required to fully recharge a deeply discharged battery.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5. Setup 5.1. Using the MODE button There are 3 easily selectable integrated charge modes that are suitable for most common battery types, as well as an optional recondition stage that can be included (except for Li-ion mode). Any settings made are stored and will not be lost when the charger is disconnected from mains power or the battery. 5.1.1.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5.2. Using VictronConnect With the blue smart charger range, selection of an integrated charge mode and other general settings can also be made with a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet); using the VictronConnect app. For further details about the VictonConnect app refer to the online user manual: https://www.victronenergy.com/live/victronconnect:start To setup the charger using VictronConnect: a. Download and install the VictronConnect app.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger e. During initial connection a ‘Bluetooth pairing request’ prompt will appear requesting the Bluetooth PIN code; enter the default PIN code 000000. f. Access the settings menu by selecting the ‘setting’ icon (gear) in the top right corner. g. Select the required 'charge preset', the 'maximum charge current' (standard or low) and if desired enable ‘night mode’ directly from the settings list. h.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5.3. Bluetooth 5.3.1. Changing the PIN code To prevent an unauthorised Bluetooth connection, it is highly recommended to change the default PIN code. To change the Bluetooth PIN code: a. Complete initial Bluetooth pairing and connection using the default PIN code (000000) b. Access the ‘device options’ by selecting the 'settings' icon (gear) in the top right corner, then the 'device options' icon (three vertical dots). c. Open the 'Product info' page by selecting 'Product info’.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger e. Enter the current and new PIN code (twice), then select OK; avoid using an obvious PIN code that is easy for someone else to guess, such as 111111 or 123456.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5.3.2. Resetting the PIN code If the PIN code is forgotten or lost, it can be easily reset to the default 000000 using the VictronConnect app or the MODE button on the charger. Using VictronConnect To reset the Bluetooth PIN code: a. Locate the blue smart charger in the LOCAL page and select the ‘device options’ icon (three vertical dots) on the right side of the description. b. Select 'Reset PIN code' from the pop-up prompt. c. Enter the PUK code and select ‘OK’.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5.3.3. Disabling Bluetooth It is possible to totally disable Bluetooth communication if desired. Typically, there is no need to disable Bluetooth since unauthorised access is protected with a PIN code, but certain situations may warrant it for an even higher level of security. To disable Bluetooth: a. Complete initial Bluetooth pairing and connection using the default PIN code (000000) or the current PIN code set. b.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5.3.4. Re-enabling Bluetooth It is possible to re-enable Bluetooth using the MODE button. To re-enable Bluetooth: a. Depress and hold the MODE button (on the blue smart charger) for 10 seconds. b. After 10 seconds have elapsed all blue LEDs will blink twice to indicate that Bluetooth has been re-enabled, and all Bluetooth settings reset. DURING THIS PROCEDURE: a. Bluetooth is re-enabled b. The PIN code is reset to default (000000) c.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 5.4. System reset It is possible to perform a full system reset to restore all charger/battery related settings to their default value; using the VictronConnect app. Note that this does not reset any Bluetooth related settings, such as the PIN code or pairing information. To perform a system reset: a. Complete initial Bluetooth pairing and connection using the default PIN code (000000) b.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 6. Monitoring The charger operation and recharge statistics can be closely monitored live or post charging with a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet) using the VictronConnect app. There are 3 different overview screens available (STATUS, GRAPH and HISTORY), each displaying different monitoring or historical data; spanning back over the last 40 charge cycles.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 6.2. Graph screen The GRAPH screen provides an easy to understand graphical representation of each charge stage with respect to battery voltage and charge current. The active charge stage is also highlighted and stated below, along with a brief explanation.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 6.3. History screen The HISTORY screen is a very powerful reference as it contains historical usage data over the charger’s lifetime and detailed statistics for the last 40 charge cycles (even if the charge cycle is only partially completed). By selecting the full screen view the data is displayed in landscape view with significantly more days visible at the same time.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger a. Charge cycle statistics i. Cycle overview Expandable bar chart showing the time spent in each charge stage and the charge capacity provided (in Ah) during each charge stage ii. Status Confirms if the charge cycle was successfully completed or if it was ended early/interrupted for some reason, including the reason/cause iii. Elapsed The elapsed/total charge cycle time iv. Charge Total capacity provided during the recharge stages (Bulk and Absorption) v.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 7. Advanced Configuration In specific use cases where the integrated charge modes are not suitable/ideal for the battery type being charged or the battery manufacturer recommends specific charge parameters and fine tuning is desired, advanced configuration is possible with a Bluetooth enabled device (such as a mobile phone or tablet) using the VictronConnect app.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger The settings in the advanced menu (with expert mode disabled) include: a. Battery preset The ‘Battery preset’ dropdown allows selection from the following options: i. Built-in preset Selection of a standard integrated pre-set (same as the general settings menu) ii. User defined Reselection of the last ‘user defined’ charge settings iii. Select preset Selection from an extended range of integrated battery charging pre-sets, including new user defined charging pre-sets iv.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 7.2. Expert mode settings Expert mode expands the advanced settings menu even further to include more specialised configuration settings.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger To access expert mode and expand the advanced settings menu, enter the advanced setting menu and enable the ‘Expert mode’ switch. The additional settings in the advanced menu with expert mode enabled include: a. Charge voltage i. BatterySafe The BatterySafe setting allows the BatterySafe voltage control to be enabled or disabled. When BatterySafe is enabled, the rate of battery voltage increase during bulk stage is automatically restricted to a safe level.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 7.3. Power supply function The Victron blue smart charger range are also suitable for use as a DC power supply, to power equipment without a battery connected (or while also connected to a battery). While it’s still possible to use the charger as a power supply without changing any settings, a dedicated ‘Power supply’ mode exists for this purpose/usage.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 8. Technical specifications Blue Smart IP22 Charger 12V 15 / 20 / 30A Input voltage and frequency range Efficiency 24V 8 / 12 / 16A 180 - 265VAC | 45 - 65Hz 93% 94% Standby power consumption Charge voltage - Absorption Charge voltage - Float 0.5W Normal: 14.4V Normal: 28.8V High: 14.7V High: 29.4V Li-ion: 14.2V Li-ion: 28,4V Normal: 13.8V Normal: 27.6V High: 13.8V High: 27.6V Li-ion: 13.5V Li-ion: 27.0V Normal: 13.2V Normal: 26.
Blue Smart IP22 Charger 9. Warranty Five year limited warranty This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product, and lasts for five years from the date of original purchase of this product. The customer must return the product together with the receipt of purchase to the point of purchase.
