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BATTERY CHARGING TIMES
The built-in intelligent microprocessor will continuously monitor
and adjust the charger to provide a fast, safe and efficient
charge. Note that battery charge times will vary depending on
several factors including:
1.
Battery State
– If a battery has been only slightly
discharged, it can be charged in less than a few hours.
This same battery could take up to 10 hours if very
discharged.
2.
Battery Rating
– A higher rated battery will take longer to
charge than a lower rated battery under the same
conditions. A battery is rated in ampere-hours (Ah), reserve
capacity (RC) and cold-cranking amps (CCA).
3.
Charge Rate
– The charge rate is measured in amps. A
battery charged at a lower rate will take longer than a
battery charged at a higher rate. However, smaller
batteries can be easily damaged by charging at a rate
which is too high for the capacity of the battery.
4.
Temperature
– Cold temperature will affect a batteries
ability to accept a charge. Charging in cold temperatures
will increase the amount of time required to charge a
battery.
Please consult the table to help you to choose the charging rate
