Innovatech TERMINATOR-2000e, Руководство по эксплуатации и обслуживанию

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Equalizing Charge:
Due to a slight difference in the construction of each battery cell, some cells take
less charge then others. An occasional equalizing charge will correct these cell-to-cell imbalances and
bring all the cells to the same capacity.
An equalizing charge is simply a 3-hour continuation after the standard re-charge at the chargers finish
rate of 12 amps. (Minimum 3 amps per 100ah)
The best way to determine if an equalizing charge is necessary is to check the specific gravity of the
battery cells. If there is more then a 0.020 specific unit variation between any two cells, the battery should
be equalized.
The Batteries need to be charged at least 8 hours before any use. Preferably 12-15 hours before use will
allow the battery chemistry to equalize properly before a drain is again applied to the battery
A good rule of thumb is to equalize once every 5 re-charges.
The Charging Process
During the charging process, the sulfate (from the sulfuric acid) in the battery lead plates, which is
accumulated during the discharge and use process, is driven back into the electrolyte. This increases the
specific gravity and brings the on-charge voltages up to 2.50-2.75V per cell depending on the battery age.
Specific Gravity
Specific gravity measurements are based on a cell temperature of 77
°
F (25
°
C) and lower.
In order to obtain an accurate specific gravity measurement, the hydrometer reading must be adjusted
based on the temperature of the electrolyte. (Battery Fluid)
Subtract 4 points of specific gravity (.004) for each 10 degrees under 77
°
F.
Care should at least be used to determine that each cell is close in specific gravity to each other, as an
equalizing charge (See below) could be needed or a cell maybe failing.
The hydrometer must be rinsed out with clean water after each use or else it will build up a layer
of dried electrolyte and give false readings.
TEMPORARY STORAGE OF BATTERY PACK
When the battery pack is fully charged and the electrolyte is at the proper level, the Terminator 2000e can
be stored for up to a year. It should be stored in a cool dry, well -ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
If a battery pack needs to be stored for several months or longer, a refreshing charge should be
performed prior to its stored as well as at any time the specific gravity falls below 1.240. If the average
storage temperature is below 68
°
F (20
°
C), check the specific gravity at least once every two months. If
the average temperature is above 68
°
F (20
°
C) check it every month
Temperature effect on Specific Gravity of new Batteries
Stored on open circuit with no drain