Automatic charger for 12.8v lifepo4 batteries (53 pages)
Summary of Contents for TecMate Optimate 3 TM430
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Opti INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE IMPORTANT: Read completely MODEL: TM430 / TM431 / TM432 before charging AC: 100 – 240VAC 50-60Hz MODE D’EMPLOI 0.23A @ 100Vac / 0.15A @ 240Vac IMPORTANT: à lire avant DC: 0.8A d’utiliser l’appareil 1 x 12V STD / AGM-MF / GEL / CYCLIC CELL MODO DE EMPLEO 2.5 - 50Ah...
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Multi bank / station models OptiMate 3 x2 OptiMate 3 x4: LED #1 - AC POWER (100-240V) LED #2 - Reverse polarity LED #3 - SAVE/DESULPHATE LED #4 - CHARGE LED #5 - GREEN: TEST & MAINTAIN LED #6 - RED: TEST & MAINTAIN...
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Opti THIS PORTION OF THE MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPTIMATE 3 BATTERY CHARGER. IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME, BEFORE USING THE CHARGER, YOU READ AND EXACTLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OR NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. 1.
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a) If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge,always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc. b) Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan.
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Opti DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OR NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. IMPORTANT: READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE CHARGER Disconnect AC power supply before making or breaking DC/battery connections. Battery acid is highly corrosive. Wear protective clothing and eyewear and avoid contact.
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A battery left deep-discharged for an extended period may develop permanent damage in one or more cells. Such batteries may heat up excessively during high current charging. Monitor the battery temperature during the first hour, then hourly there-after. Check for unusual signs, such as bubbling or leaking electrolyte, heightened activity in one cell compared to others, or hissing sounds.
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TecMate (International) SA, Sint-Truidensesteenweg 252, B-3300 Tienen, Belgium, makes this limited warranty to the original purchaser at retail of this product. This limited warranty is not transferable. TecMate (International) warrants this battery charger for three years from date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship. If such should occur the unit will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer.
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