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4. Setup
4.1 Using the MODE button
There are 3 easily selectable integrated charge modes that are suitable for most common
battery types, as well as an optional recondition stage that can be included (except for Li-
ion mode).
Any settings made are stored and will not be lost when the charger is disconnected from
mains power or the battery.
a) Charge voltage
By simply selecting the appropriate charge mode for the battery type being charged,
(refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations) the voltage settings for each
charge stage will be altered according to the table below:
Mode
Absorption
Float
Storage
Recondition
Normal
14.4 V
13.8 V
13.2 V
16.2 V
High
14.7 V
13.8 V
13.2 V
16.5 V
Li-ion
14.2 V
13.5 V
13.5 V
N/A
Note: For 24V chargers multiply all voltages by 2.
Charge voltage is also automatically compensated depending on ambient temperature
(except for Li-ion mode) - see section 3.2 ‘Temperature compensation’ for more
information.
The desired charge mode can be selected by briefly pressing the MODE button to
cycle through the charge modes – the LED beside the active charge mode (NORMAL /
HIGH / LI-ION) will be illuminated.
b) Recondition mode
If enabled the recondition stage is included in the charge cycle; use only if required as
a corrective/maintenance action - see section 3.1 / 4 ‘Recondition’ for more
information.
If recondition mode is enabled the RECONDITION LED will be illuminated and blink
during recondition stage.
c) Low current mode
If enabled the charge current is continuously limited to a significantly reduced level
(varies per model - refer to specifications) compared to the nominal charge current and
the cooling fan will be disabled for totally silent operation.
Low current mode is recommended when charging lower capacity batteries with a high
current charger, for example some lead acid batteries can overheat if charged with a
current that exceeds 0.3C (more than 30% of the battery capacity in Ah).
To enable low current mode, depress and hold the MODE button for 6 seconds; the
selected mode LED (normal / high / li-ion) will blink once activated.
To disable low current mode, also depress and hold the MODE button for 6 seconds.
