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CHARGE
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Power the battery charger by inserting the power supply
cable into the power outlet and turning the switch (if
present) to ON.
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The ammeter (if present) will indicate the current (in
Amps) delivered towards the battery: during this phase
the pointer of the ammeter will decrease slowly to very
low values according to the capacity and condition of the
battery.
NOTE: Once the battery is charged you may note the liquid
inside the battery starting to "boil". It is advisable to stop
charging when this phenomenon appears so as to prevent
damage to the battery.
AUTOMATIC CHARGING
FOR MODELS WHERE PROVIDED:
1- Switch in automatic position.
This charging mode is advisable for hermetic
batteries (GEL/AGM).
During this phase the battery charger will constantly
monitor the voltage over the ends of the battery and will
automatically deliver or cut off the charge current towards
the battery.
2 Switch in manual position.
This charging mode is advisable for WET batteries.
In this position automatic operation is deactivated.
For any other information relative to the charging system
of the battery please refer to the instruction manual.
WARNING: SEALED BATTERIES (GEL/AGM)
If it is necessary to charge this type of battery take
great care. Charge slowly keeping an eye on the voltage
over the battery terminals. This voltage can be read
easily using a normal tester and when it reaches 14.4V
for 12V batteries (7.2V for 6V batteries and 28.8V for 24V
batteries) we recommend terminating the charging
process.
For models where foreseen, it is advisable to set the
automatic function "TRONIC".
SIMULTANEOUS CHARGING OF SEVERAL BATTERIES
This operation must be performed with great caution:
WARNING; do not simultaneously charge different types of
batteries or batteries with different capacities or levels of
discharge.
If you have to charge more than one battery at the same time
you can connect them "in series" or "in parallel". Between the
two systems, we recommend connection in series because
you can easily check the current charging each battery, as it
will be the same as that shown by the ammeter.
NOTE: If two batteries with rated voltages of 12V are
connected in series, the battery charger MUST be set to the
24V position.
END OF CHARGE
- Remove the power supply from the battery charger by
turning the switch to OFF (if present) and/or removing the
power supply cable from the mains outlet.
- Disconnect the black charge clamp from the chassis of the
vehicle or from the negative terminal of the battery (-
symbol).
- Disconnect the red charge clamp from the positive
terminal of the battery (+ symbol).
- Store the battery charger in a dry place.
- Close up the battery cells with the appropriate plugs (if
present).
STARTING
Before starting the vehicle, make sure the battery is
connected properly to the respective (+ and -) terminals,
and that it is in good condition (not sulphated or dud).
Never ever start vehicles with the batteries
disconnected from their respective terminals; the
presence of the battery is essential for the elimination of
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possible overvoltage that may be generated due to
energy accumulating in the connection cables at the
starting stage.
For starting turn the switch to the start position at the voltage
corresponding to that of the vehicle being started.
It is essential, before turning the ignition key, to make a rapid
charge for 5-10 seconds, which will greatly facilitate starting.
Rapid charging should always be done with the battery
charger switched to the charge position and NOT to
starting.
It is possible to enable starting by pressing the remote control
button (only for 3-phase).
The current supplied is indicated on the scale of the ammeter
with greater capacity.
WARNING: Before proceeding with starting follow the
vehicle manufacturer's instructions carefully!
- Make sure the power line is protected by fuses or
automatic circuit-breakers with sizes as indicated on the
rating plate by the (
- In order to prevent overheating in the battery charger,
ALWAYS carry out the starting operation according to the
duty cycle (work/pause) as indicated on the appliance (e.g.
START 3s ON 120s OFF-5 CYCLES). Do not insist if the
engine does not start: this could cause serious damage to
the battery or even to the electrical equipment in the
vehicle.
5. BATTERY CHARGER PROTECTIONS (FIG. F)
The battery charger has a safeguard that triggers in the case
of:
- Overload (excessive current supplied to the battery).
- Short circuit (charge clamps in contact with one another).
- Polarity inversion on battery terminals.
- For appliances fitted with fuses, if the fuses have to be
replaced always use the same kind of fuse with the same
rated size.
WARNING: If the replacement fuse has a different
size from that shown on the rating plate it could cause
damage to people or property. For the same reason,
never ever replace the fuse with a bridge in copper or
other material.
The power supply cable should always be
DISCONNECTED from the mains supply while the fuse is
being changed.
When replacing the ribbon fuse, if present, carefully
fasten the nuts.
6. USEFUL ADVICE
- If the positive and negative terminals are incrusted with
oxide, clean them to ensure good contacts with the
clamps.
- Never ever allow the two clamps to come into contact when
the battery charger is connected to the mains. In this case
the fuse will blow.
- If the battery, to which this battery charger is to be
connected, is permanently installed in the vehicle, also
consult the vehicle manufacturer's user's and
maintenance handbook under the "ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM" or "MAINTENANCE" section. Before starting to
charge, it is always better to disconnect the positive cable
that is part of the vehicle's electrical system.
- Check the battery voltage before connecting the battery
charger; remember that 3 caps mean a 6 Volt battery, and
6 caps mean 12 Volts. In some cases there may be two 12
volt batteries in series; in such a case you need 24 Volts to
charge both accumulators. Make sure they have the same
properties in order to prevent unbalanced charging.
- Before proceeding with starting, carry out a rapid charge
for a few minutes: this will limit the starting current, hence
also requiring less mains current. Before starting the
vehicle, remember to make sure the battery is connected
properly to the respective (+ and -) terminals, and that it is
in good condition (not sulphated or dud).
Never ever start vehicles with the batteries disconnected
from their respective terminals; the presence of the battery
is essential for the elimination of possible overvoltage that
may be generated due to energy accumulating in the
connection cables at the starting stage.
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