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10. CONTROL PANEL
NOTE: Some features are not available on all models.
12V MEMORY SAVER PORT (on certain models)
DIGITAL DISPLAY
The digital display indicates voltage, % of charge, or amperage, depending on the Display Mode chosen.
DISPLAY MODE BUTTON
Use to set the function of the digital display to one of the following:
Volts – The digital display shows the voltage at the charger’s
battery clamps.
Amps – The digital display shows the charging current, in amps. When in Boost mode, the display
shows the approximate output current, in amps.
Battery percentage – The digital display shows an estimated charge percentage of the battery
connected to the charger’s battery clamps.
CHARGING STATUS LEDS
REVERSED CLAMPS LED flashing: The connections are reversed.
BOOST/CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED lit: The charger has detected that a battery is connected, and is
performing the selected operation – either Boost or Charge.
CHARGED/MAINTAINING (green) LED lit: The battery is fully charged and the charger is in Maintain mode.
NOTE: See Operating Instructions for a complete description of the charger modes.
FLASH BUTTON (on certain models)
Press to enter Flash Reprogramming mode.
UP/DOWN ARROW BUTTONS
Use to change any variable settings on the display.
BATTERY VOLTAGE/MEMORY SAVER BUTTON
Select 6V, 12V or 24V or the memory saver function.
BATTERY TYPE BUTTON
Use this button to select the battery type.
STD (Standard) – Used in cars, trucks and motorcycles, these batteries have vent caps and are often
marked “low maintenance” or “maintenance-free”. This type of battery is designed to deliver quick bursts of
energy (such as starting engines) and has a greater plate count. The plates are thinner and have somewhat
different material composition. Standard batteries should not be used for deep-cycle applications.
AGM – The Absorbed Glass Mat construction allows the electrolyte to be suspended in close proximity
with the plate’s active material. In theory, this enhances both the discharge and recharge efficiency. The
AGM batteries are a variant of Sealed VRLA (valve regulated lead-acid) batteries. Popular uses include
high-performance engine starting, power sports, deep-cycle, solar and storage batteries.
GEL – The Gel Cell is similar to the AGM style because the electrolyte is suspended, but different because
the AGM battery is still considered to be a wet cell. The electrolyte in a GEL cell has a silica additive that
causes it to set up or stiffen. The recharge voltages on this type of cell are lower than the other styles of
lead-acid battery. This is probably the most sensitive cell in terms of adverse reactions to over-voltage
charging. Gel batteries are best used in very deep cycle applications and may last a bit longer in hot
weather applications. If the incorrect battery charger is used on a Gel Cell battery, poor performance and
premature failure is certain.
