6. Setup
6.1. Charge modes
There are 3 integrated charge modes (Normal, High and Li-Ion), as well as an optional Recondition stage that can be included
(except for Li-ion mode).
The integrated charge modes combined with adaptive charge logic are well suited for most common battery types; such as
flooded lead-acid, AGM, Gel and LiFePO4.
The required charge mode can be selected via the MODE button or VictronConnect app - refer to the 'Settings - Using the MODE
button' and 'Settings - Using VictronConnect' sections for more information.
If necessary, advanced configuration with user defined settings is possible using the VictronConnect app and a Bluetooth enabled
device (such as a mobile phone or tablet) - refer to the 'Advanced Configuration' section for more information.
Any settings made are stored and will not be lost when the charger is disconnected from mains power or the battery.
6.1.1. Charge voltage
By simply selecting the integrated charge mode appropriate 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
12V
24V
12V
24V
12V
24V
12V
24V
Normal
14.4V
28.8V
13.8V
27.6V
13.2V
26.4V
Disabled
Recondition
14.4V
28.8V
13.8V
27.6V
13.2V
26.4V
16.2V
32.4V
High
14.7V
29.4V
13.8V
27.6V
13.2V
26.4V
Disabled
High + Recondition
14.7V
29.4V
13.8V
27.6V
13.2V
26.4V
16.5V
33.0V
Li-ion
14.2V
28.4V
Disabled
13.5V
27.0V
Disabled
Temperature Compensation:
Charge voltage is automatically compensated depending on ambient
temperature (except for Li-ion mode or if manually disabled) - refer to the 'Operation - Temperature
compensation’ section for more information.
6.1.2. Recondition mode
If enabled the recondition stage is included in the charge cycle; use only if required as a corrective/maintenance action - refer to
the 'Operation - Charge algorithm' section for more information.
When the recondition mode is enabled the RECONDITION LED will be illuminated and blink during recondition stage.
Recondition mode can be enabled and disabled via the MODE button or VictronConnect app - refer to the 'Settings - Using the
MODE button' and 'Settings - Using VictronConnect' sections for more information.
6.1.3. Low current mode
If enabled the maximum charge current is limited to a significantly reduced level (varies per model - refer to 'Specification' section
for more information) compared to the nominal maximum charge current.
Low current mode is recommended when charging lower capacity batteries with a high current charger; charging at an excessive
charge current can cause premature battery degradation and overheating.
Typically the maximum charge current for lead acid batteries should not exceed ~0.3C (more than 30% of the battery capacity in
Ah) and the maximum charge current for LiFePO4 batteries should exceed ~0.5C (more than 50% of the battery capacity in Ah).
When low current mode is enabled the LOW LED will blink.
Low current mode can be enabled and disabled via the MODE button or VictronConnect app - refer to the 'Settings - Using the
MODE button' and 'Settings - Using VictronConnect' sections for more information.
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