Cadex C4000 SERIES, User Manual

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Charge Method
Specifications
Reverse Load Charge to promote recombination of
gases generated during fast-charge (NiCd and NiMH
batteries).
Program Selection
Prime
Applies successive discharge/charge cycles until peak
capacity is reached. Prepares new batteries for field
use. Program duration is 4-8 hours.
Charge
Fast-charge only. Typical charge time is 85 min (at 1C-
Rate).
Auto
Exercises battery and reconditions those unable to
reach the user-defined
target capacity.
Standby
Maintains optimum battery performance if kept on
charge for operational readiness. Every 30 days (6
months for lead Acid), the battery is automatically
exer-
cised.
Custom
Enables programming of any desired sequence of
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charge, discharge, recondition and trickle charge. The
Custom Program allows testing of long-term reliability,
self-discharge
and more.
Throughput
Four batteries every 4 to 6 hours. Maintains a fleet of
160 batteries on recommended monthly maintenance
schedule (based on two batches per day and 20 days
per month).
Display
Three lEDs (RUN, READY and FAil) and a two-line,
40-character, back-lit LCD with multiple display formats.
Global
The Global Display indicates the status of all batteries;
battery voltages are shown in bar graph format.
Detailed
The Detailed Display reveals test results of each
battery. Fault Codes (if any) are clearly explained.
Menu
The Menu Display guides the user through modifying
battery parameters and system set up.
Control Circuit
Microprocessor controlled; self-diagnostics with memory
checking; multiple watch-dog protection .
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