Trickle charging optimizes battery shelf life by reducing cell
deterioration. Keeping batteries fully charged can greatly
increase battery life. The MC-24 eliminates the hassle of
shuffling batteries from shelf to charger and keeps batteries
properly charged and ready for service. With the built-in
battery evaluation load test function and maximum charge
indicators, you can see the state of charge and condition of
each battery and identify low charged and worn-out batteries.
Charging batteries using the MC-24 takes between two and
four days. It is also an excellent cost effective alternative to
purchasing multiple battery chargers because it can recharge
four batteries at once.
BAT-01 BATTERY ANALYSIS TOOL
The Battery Analysis Tool (sold separately) operates in
conjunction with the UBC-24 Battery Charger (
Fig. 6.5
). It tests
all models (lead-acid and lithium) of 24V backpack batteries
and in a clear and concise manner gives the usable battery life
remaining.
This tool is not to be used during each charge/discharge
cycle, but rather is intended to be used a few times a year,
just prior to actually using the batteries. It may also be used
to accurately test any Smith-Root 24 Volt battery where the
battery condition is either unknown or is questionable.
In practice, the Battery Analysis Tool is plugged into a standard
Smith-Root UBC-24 and also the battery under test (use
provided adapter for lithium batteries). The battery will begin
to charge as soon as the charger is plugged in (Do not use an
MC-24 Maintenance Charger for this test).
BATTERY MAINTENANCE & DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT
MC-24 Maintenance Charger
BAT-01 Battery Analysis Tool
Fig. 6.5 BAT-01 Battery Analysis
Tool
MC-24 MAINTENANCE CHARGER
The Smith-Root MC-24 Maintenance Charger (sold separately)
is specifically designed for lead-acid battery maintenance and
storage (not intended for use with lithium batteries).
MC-24 Maintenance Charger .................... 06811
BAT-01 Battery Analysis Tool.....................08041
UBC Charger
AC
BAT-01
Battery
USER’S GUIDE
17
2018