Thank you for your recent purchase of Enersys’
newest line of portable chargers. Our
ruggedized weatherproof portable battery chargers incorporate all-digital microprocessor
control with AC power on self testing, including “System Check OK” and “Battery Fault
Trouble” LED indicators. Our new series also includes a battery charge monitor to show
relative charge status and an energy saving mode that activates after fully charging and
conditioning batteries. This charger will monitor and Auto Maintain batteries only when
needed to maintain a full state of charge, resulting in maximum reserve power performance
and lower AC power consumption and operating costs.
Designed for 12 Volt Flooded and AGM Lead Acid Batteries
ODYSSEY
®
Battery Next Generation Portable Charger features:
All Digital Technology
Microprocessor and software controlled pulse charging technology
delivering a lightweight design, cooler charger operation and faster charging.
LED Battery Charge Monitor
Innovative LED Battery Charge Monitor to provide relative
charge level status at a glance during operation.
System OK and Battery Fault Trouble Status Indicator
Advanced technology eliminates
time consuming troubleshooting by clearly indicating system and battery connections are
OK or if a fault is present prior to charging a battery.
Six Stage Digital Performance Charging
Fully charge and extend the life of your batteries.
- Stage 1: Unit Self Test
Stage 1: Unit Self Test
- Stage 2: Analyzing
Stage 2: Analyzing
- Stage 3: Charging
Stage 3: Charging
- Stage 4: Conditioning
Stage 4: Conditioning
- Stage 5: Auto Maintain (Energy Saver Mode)
- Stage 6:
Stage 6: Storage Recondition Mode
Digital LED Display
Bright LED indicators for all six stages in addition to AC Power On
indication.
Integrated Cable Wrap Body Design
Minimize storage space. When not using your portable
charger simply wrap the cables around the body of the charger.
Ruggedized Weatherproof Design
Our chargers are design with a rugged extruded aluminum
housing and constructed to take on harsh weather conditions.
Built-in Quality and Safety
Spark free connections, built-in over-voltage, overload,
over-temperature and reverse polarity protection.
DC Cable Quick Connector Ring Terminal Cable and Clamps
(6 amp model only).
Great for vehicle storage during non use periods.
2-Year Limited Warranty
See pages 23 and 24.
Introduction
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Important Safety Instructions
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the ODYSSEY
®
Battery Portable Charger.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to user or property, the user must read and understand the
instruction manual and all warnings on the charger and battery before use.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GAS MIXTURE. Read instructions in manual before using charger.
1. Connect and disconnect battery leads only when supply cord is disconnected.
2. For a battery installed in a vehicle, first connect the POSITIVE (RED) Clip of the battery
charger to the POSITIVE (POS,P,+) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect NEGATIVE
(BLACK) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip
to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part
of the frame or engine block.
3. Do not overcharge battery - See Instruction Manual.
4. Do not smoke, strike a match or cause a spark in vicinity of battery.
5. Use in well-ventilated area.
6. Refer to Instruction Manual for further details.
WARNING
This equipment employs parts, such as switches and relays, that tend to produce arcs or sparks
and therefore, if used in a garage, locate in a room or enclosure provided for the purpose or not
less than 18 inches above the floor.
CAUTION
Risk of Electric Shock. Connect only to properly grounded outlets.
Do not expose to rain or snow.
If cords or wires/cables become damaged return complete unit to EnerSys
®
Energy Products Inc
for service/repair immediately before further use.
CAUTION
1. WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a. WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS
REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
b. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those marked on the
battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
2. Use charger for charging a LEAD ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to an
extra-low-voltage electrical system or to charge dry-cell batteries. Charging dry-cell batteries
may burst and cause injury to persons and property.
3. NEVER smoke, strike a match or cause a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
4. NEVER charge a frozen, damaged or leaking battery.
5. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge it, always remove grounded terminal
from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off in order to prevent an arc.
6. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell
caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
