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3. Charging modes, safeguards
[1] CHARGING MODE SELECTION
When the mode selection button is repeatedly pressed, the charging
cycle goes through the follo wing sequence:
(STANDBY)
→
(<14Ah)
→
(>14Ah)
→
(COLD)
→
(STANDBY) ...etc.
Before a charging mode is activated, there is a short delay which enables
the user to proceed to the next charging mode. When the battery is fully
charged the charger continues in the same trickle charge phase, even if
the user decides to change mode. This prevents a fully charged battery
from overcharging.
[2] STANDBY (STANDBY)
Once connected to the mains, the charger automatically resets and
remains in standby mode until activated by pressing the MODE button.
[3] MODE 1 (14,4V/0,8A; <14Ah)
This mode is suitable for charging small batteries with a capacity of less
than 14Ah. To charge the battery, connect the charger’s output cable to
the terminals on the battery, ensuring the correct polarity, and then press
the mode button once only to select this mode. The corresponding LED
(<14Ah) will light up and after a short delay, if no further action is carried
out, the electronic switch will start the charging cycle with a 0,8A current.
If there are no errors, the LED (CHARGE) will stay illuminated for the
entire charging cycle until the battery is charged to 14,4V. When the
battery is fully charged, the LED (FULL) will light up. A trickle charge then
ensures that the battery is kept properly charged.
