This model charger can be powered from any DC supply voltage in the range of 11-36 volts DC. With one
of its optional, plug in power supplies, it can also be powered from 120 volts, Hz or 100-240 volts 50/60
Hz.
Batteries can be charged at either a trickle charge rate by placing them on top of the charger or a quick
charge rate of 2.5 hours through the charger’s pigtail output connector. An optional conditioning cycle
discharges the battery before quick charging it. In all cases, when the battery is fully charged a maintenance
cycle maintains a full charge without damaging the battery.
The MBP-5200 charger is available in several different models depending on your requirements. They are:
MBP-5200-D
Basic DC model furnished with a fused cigarette lighter adapter, safety strap and surface
mounting brackets.
MBP-5200-M Multivoltage model furnished with a 100-240 volt 50/60 Hz auto sensing AC adapter,
fused cigarette lighter adapter, safety strap and surface mounting brackets.
MBP-5200
100-240 volt 50/60 Hz AC table top model furnished with a 100-240 volt 50/60 Hz AC
auto sensing AC adapter.
Charging
1)
Make certain that the proper external power cable/adapter
is used to match local voltage.
2)
Only use this charger to charge MBA-1200 series
rechargeable batteries.
3)
Plug the charger into external power, the indicator lights
will turn red.
4)
For a slow charge, which takes 14 hours, place the
battery, with or without searchlight attached, on top of
the charger by lowering it straight down. Do not slide in
horizontally. The indicator lights will flash amber,
turning green when the battery is charged. For standby
use, the battery may be left on the charger.
5)
For a 2.5 hour quick charge, connect the male end of
the pigtail output connector to the battery. The indicator lights will light amber and turn green when
the battery is charged. For standby use, leave the battery on on the charger with or without the pigtail
output connector attached.
6)
For a conditioning charge, connect the pigtail output connector to the battery and press the green
recessed button on the charger. The indicator lights will flash green until the battery is discharged,
then turn solid amber while the battery is quick charged and turn solid green when the battery is
charged. The charger will become very warm during this cycle, which may take up to 24 hours.
7)
If the red indicator light is on when a battery is connected to or on top of the charger, the searchlight
power cord or the battery is open. Flashing red lights signify a fault in the charger. Discontinue use
and contact the factory.
Model MBA-5600 Multivoltage Conditioning Charger/Power Supply
The MBA-5600 includes all of the charging features of the MBP-5200 and also can power the searchlight
from AC or DC power. The MBA-5600, like the MBA-5200, is also available in DC only (MBA-5600-D)
and mobile models (MBA-5600-M) as well as a table top model (MBA-5600).
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Lower Battery or Battery and
Searchlight onto Charger
