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for SLA, and 4 hours for Li-ion using default C-Codes.
SMB-DChg
Function:
For SM-Bus batteries only. This is similar to the standard
“DchgOnly” program, but also monitors the SM-Bus status and alarm
flags during the discharge.
Sequence:
The battery is discharged until its voltage reaches the
END
OF DISCHARGE
setting in the C-Code.
The battery capacity is measured during a discharge and if the battery
is partially discharged, the capacity may be lower than the target
capacity. This may give a Fail Code 115 or 116. The battery is not
necessarily poor.
Duration:
Approximately 1 hour for a NiCD battery discharged at
default C-Code settings.
FG-Calibrate
Function:
For SM-Bus batteries only. This program cycles the battery
to allow the SM-Bus fuel gauge to be recalibrated.
Sequence:
Performs a full charge, full discharge, and a final full
charge cycle. The SM-Bus status and alarm flags are monitoring
while the program is running.
Duration:
Approximately 2.5 to 10 hours for NiCD and NiMH, 20 to
40 hours for SLA and 6 to 20 hours for Li-ion using default C-Codes.
