Now we are again in set memory with properly adjusted parameters. Before we will start charging we can correct
charging current value:
16.
Press E
17.
+/- set required charging current
18.
if necessary set cells capacity* (press
M
and with +/- set the demanded value, “--,-“ - capacity control
disabled)
19.
Press E
Up to this moment we passed through all possibilities of setting up a process. Analogical, we can set up every other
process (for example discharge). Serial processes (for example discharging/charging) are set individually, that means
we can set different parameters for discharge and charge. For example we are able to discharge and charge using
different currents.
Here we are pointing for basic rule! By key M we are setting “WHAT” and by key E “HOW”. Short (under 1s)
pressing M opens information window (access to memory of 8 latest processes) and E – sets up current.
*) Capacity setting of battery can be applied as a “limiter”. This function is really useful when we want for example
prepare battery for longer storage. Then we can charge previously discharged battery up to for example 10% its
capacity. When process will reach properly set capacity (for example 240 mAh with 2400mAh battery) process will be
automatically stopped.
Capacity setting can be also applied as an additional control of charged energy. In this purpose we recommend to set
capacity to about 10-15% more than battery has. Other way the battery may not be fully charged.
Caution –
this
function is important when we are charging new or long stored cells Ni-Cd and Ni-MH.
Charging
1.
Turn on charger (battery not connected)
2.
Press E (start)
3.
Choose the right number of memory (or program process – described above)
4.
Connect battery and if nec/- correct number of cells (
Caution!!!
– correct setting decide of using
safety!!!)
5.
Press E (start) – process initiated
Forced start
Packets, which are built in various devices (transmitters, servo programmers etc.) are often secured from improper
poles connection with built-in diode. If we connect secured device (i.e. transmitter) to the charger, it won’t be able to
measure the voltage of cells or detect quantity of them. To charge batteries in this situation we must start charging
process manually. To do this Reflex function must be disabled (the discharging pulses would be blocked by diode).
After choosing suitable process we connect device to charger and then press the
+/-
buttons simultaneously. Then the
quantity of cells must be set manually and charging process started by pressing
E
key.
Caution
– battery voltage will
be displayed with the 0,6 V voltage drop caused by diode added !
We recommend to short switching that kind of diode wherever it is possible (i.e. in Graupner’s transmitters with proper
jumper). Pulsar 2 is secured from improper poles connection and can not damage the transmitter. The advantage of this
solution is access to all Pulsar 2 functions (reflex, discharge, etc.).
Caution
– we recommend to pay attention to
acceptable maximal charging current (i.e. Graupner’s transmitters: 1 – 1,2 A).