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WHAT IS BATTERYMATE?
BatteryMate combines in one single tool a LOAD TESTER for 12 V lead-acid batteries to
accurately assess their state of charge and their underlying condition; a precisely
controlled, state -of-the -art constant current CHARGER for the quickest technically
achievable recharging of all 12 V lead-acid batteries regardless of type or condition; and
the automatic assessment & RECOVERY of deep-discharged & even of many sulphated
batteries. This is achieved by dual-stage constant current, then constant voltage
charging during which the voltage and current are precisely monitored. The precise
voltage-sensing monitor averages repetitive voltage samplings to erase false peaks, so
as to accurately control the termination of the rapid constant current charging phase as
also the automatic recovery action for batteries reluctant to accept a charge.
PRINCIPLE OF APPLICATION OF THE BATTERYMATE
Always TEST the battery FIRST, before charging, unless the battery is already too
severely discharged to sustain a load test (see below). It is a waste of time to charge a
battery which is internally damaged and therefore unable to adequately deliver the
required starting current for long enough to start. A battery may be fully charged and yet
unable to start the vehicle. On the other hand, a battery which has been unused for
some time or which has been subjected to a continuous discharge for too long may have
become deep-discharged or even sulphated, although it's basic status prior to this was
good. By load testing such batteries, once they
have been sufficiently recharged to
sustain a test, one can establish whether complete re-charging will result in a usable
battery in practice. If the battery is too severely discharged to sustain the indicated load
test, then some recharging will be required before testing.
Always TEST the battery AGAIN after charging it, to confirm that the battery will be
capable of starting. A "fully charged" battery is not necessarily GOOD.
BatteryMate's two separate functions: the TESTER & the CHARGER are further
explained below.
SAFETY FEATURES & THEIR LED INDICATIONS
BatteryMate is very well protected against errors of operation and it is nearly impossible
to damage it by operator error. Similarly, the operator uses BatteryMate with the
absolute minimum of risk. However, please observe the cautions and warnings
contained in these instructions.
1) Incorrect AC mains input, for example an input of 230 V to a BatteryMate intended for
115 VAC input, will cause the fuse contained in the input power receptacle to blow, refer
above.
2) In case of incorrect (inverse polarity) battery connections, the Tester & Charger are both
disabled and an audible and visible warning LED will be activated. The warning LED is
just below the range selector knob (red cap). Correct the connections & proceed.
3) In case of accidental short-circuiting of the clamps, the BatteryMate will be disabled, no
fuses will blow, and sparks are automatically suppressed. Correct the short-circuit
condition as soon as possible and proceed.
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