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WARNING!
Before you use the charger, please read the operation manual provided with the
charger.
WARNING!
Explosive hydrogen gas is produced while the battery is being charged. Only charge
the battery in well-ventilated areas.
WARNING!
Before using the charger, please check to make sure the battery charger you are going
to use is correctly rated as per your local AC electricity network.
WARNING!
When using a new battery, make sure the new battery is in same specifications as the
original one and is appropriate in application.
The following are the charging steps:
1) Turn the ignition/power key to OFF.
2) Connect the DC output plug to the vehicle receptacle; and then connect it to your local AC power outlet.
WARNING!
Do not disconnect the DC output cord from the battery receptacle when the charger is ON.
Otherwise an arc could occur which may cause an explosion.
3) The charger will turn off automatically when the battery is charged fully.
WARNING!
For non-onboard charger, the battery receptacle is combined with a security switch which can cut
off the power of the vehicle when the battery is being charged, so the vehicle cannot be started as
long as the DC plug is plugged into the battery receptacle. For onboard charger, the vehicle can be
driven when the charger is connected! Do not try to drive the vehicle when the charger is
connected to avoid any possible damage to the charger or vehicle.
4) After the charger turns off, disconnect the plug on the AC charging cable from the AC power outlet first,
and then disconnect the DC output plug from the vehicle receptacle.
5) It is prohibited to open the housing of the charger.
6) Only a qualified electrician is allowed to open the housing of the charger.
7) The charger should be stored in a safe and dry room with good ventilation.
8) The charger should be packed properly if not used for long time.
9) Read carefully the operation manual for the charger for detailed operation instructions.
Equalizing charge
Equalizing is an overcharge performed on flooded lead acid batteries after they have been fully charged. It
reverses the buildup of negative chemical effects like stratification, a condition where acid concentration is
greater at the bottom of the battery than at the top. Equalizing also helps to remove sulfate crystals that
might have built up on the plates. If left unchecked, which is called Sulfation, it will reduce the overall
capacity of the battery.
When the battery is fully charged, and it stays connected with the charger, every 8 hours the charger will
charge 8 minutes to maintain the battery. After 20 hours, equalizing charge will start and last 2 hours.
Equalizing charge can also be started manually by pressing down the ‘STOP’ button for 5 seconds when
charging. Equalizing charge will start in 1 hour when the battery is fully charged.
Equalizing is recommended when low or wide ranging specific gravity (+/- .015) is detected after fully
charging a battery.
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