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BatteryMINDer
BatteryMINDer
OnBoard Battery Restorer-Conditioners
With Battery and Charging System Indicator
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Rev. H-041409
Rev. H-041409
Rev. H-041409
INSTRUCTIONS
Models OBD-12, -24, -36 & -48
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VDC Electronics, Inc.
147D Woodbury Rd.
Huntington, NY 11743
www.batteryminders.com
techsupport@vdcelectronics.com
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Models OBD12-24-36-48
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P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL
P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL
P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL
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- Page 1 BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Models OBD-12, -24, -36 & -48 BatteryMINDer ® OnBoard Battery Restorer-Conditioners With Battery and Charging System Indicator VDC Electronics, Inc. 147D Woodbury Rd. www.batteryminders.com Huntington, NY 11743 techsupport@vdcelectronics.com READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Rev. H-041409 Page 1 P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL Rev.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Table of Contents General ..................................3 Qualifying Your Battery ............................4 Components & Descriptions ............................ 8 Auxiliary charger connector............................ 9 Installing the Restorer-Conditioner ........................10 Battery Setup Configurations ..........................11 Operating the Restorer-Conditioner ........................12 Troubleshooting ..............................12 Battery and Charging System Tester ........................ -
Page 3: General
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 high alternator output current due to sulfation build- General up. Better fuel economy can also be expected, as The BatteryMINDer OnBoard Battery Restorer- ® much lower output current is now demanded from Conditioners are designed to desulfate your batteries the alternator to keep clean, sulfate-free batteries fully while you are operating your vehicle. -
Page 4: Qualifying Your Battery
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 conditions that have caused “sulfation” such as high QUALIFYING YOUR BATTERY: temperature (>=80°) and/or allowed to self-discharge Preliminary Requirements to 2.06 Volts/Cell or lower. To confirm your battery’s condition before using your NOTE: If your battery is new and you are certain it Battery Restorer-Conditioner (in order to prove the was not subject to conditions that could have caused effect of the Battery Restorer-Conditioner) please... - Page 5 BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 4. Recharge the battery to ensure that it is OCV = Open Circuit No Load Voltage OCV = Open Circuit No Load Voltage completely charged as possible before you determine its condition. Allow battery to “rest”* overnight for a minimum of 12 hours before testing with a Temp.
- Page 6 BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 If each cell floats two (2) or more balls (or 1190 **Testing with a Hot/Cold Calibrated on gauge-type), your battery can be desulfated- Hydrometer Tester reconditioned. Read the tester instructions carefully for most Always rinse the tester with fresh water after accurate readings.
- Page 7 BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Measure battery’s voltage, without any load OCV -“Rested” Voltage attached. If the voltage represents less than 0% of Gel (volts) & AGM (volts) @ 26°C full charge, the battery may be too heavily sulfated 12-V Full Capacity to be fully recoverable.
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Page 8: Components & Descriptions
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 (back) Components & Descriptions Rev. H-041409 Page 8 P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL... -
Page 9: Auxiliary Charger Connector
LED Fault Indicator will light if a device with incorrect polarity or fault is plugged into the Auxiliary charger connector. *Model OBD-12 is designed to be attached to one of VDC Electronics’ maintenance type chargers, such as the BatteryKeeper model 12612 or BatteryMINDer Models 12248, 12112, 12117. -
Page 10: Installing The Restorer-Conditioner
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Note: Your OBD is equipped with a replaceable Installing the Battery Restorer-Conditioner 15 Amp flat type automotive fuse. Never replace Before you install the OnBoard Battery Restorer- with a higher rated fuse or a hazardous condition Conditioner, turn the engine off. Mount the unit may exist. -
Page 11: Battery Setup Configurations
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 MODEL OBD-12 12-V MODEL OBD-24 24-V MODEL MODEL OBD-48 48-V OBD-36 36-V Rev. H-041409 Page 11 P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL... -
Page 12: Operating The Restorer-Conditioner
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Operating the Battery Restorer-Conditioner After you have installed the Battery Restorer- Conditioner start your vehicle and allow it to idle for 2-3 minutes. The GREEN LED marked DESULFATING (blinking) will then begin blinking. Your battery is now being desulfated continuously, as long as your engine is running and your alternator is putting current into your battery. -
Page 13: Battery And Charging System Tester
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Battery and Charging System Tester To Test Battery Although very simple, this tester can accurately (Engine and ALL power using lighting or accessories detect the condition of your battery as well as must be off for accurate readings indicating whether your alternator or charging system •... -
Page 14: To Test Alternator / Charging System
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 etc., from momentary voltage surges during “jump To Test Alternator / Charging System starting” or external battery charging. (Engine MUST be Running): • Press the PUSH to TEST button and hold down As there are many different component, accessories while viewing the LED indicators and systems and the amount of voltage surges •... -
Page 15: Led Battery & Alternator Voltage Test Indications
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 LED Battery & Alternator Voltage Test Indications POOR FAIR GOOD GOOD-ALT LED COLORS VOLTAGE OBD-12 11.2 – 12.3 11.8 – 12.3 12.3 – 12.8 13.2 – 14.2 <11.2* OBD-24 22.4 – 23.6 23.6 – 24.6 24.6 – 25.6 26.4 –... -
Page 16: Specifications
BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Meets watertight specifications JIS IP66 Specifications Weight : 8 oz. For 12-V, 24-V, 36-V & 48-V (depending on model) 5.7” L x 2.25” W x 1.25“ H ■ Size: battery systems only. Draws no current when engine-system is shut off. F R E Q U E N C Y Desulfation Waveform (typical) Full Time Desulfation output pulse peak current control lp-p..8 ±3 Adc... -
Page 17: Our Guarantee And Warranty Conditions
Unit must be returned with Proof of warranty for consequential damages. (This limited Purchase directly to VDC Electronics, Inc., not to warranty is not transferable.) the dealer from which it was purchased. Physical Return unit to: damage to the unit will limit this guarantee. -
Page 18: For Repair Or Replacement
(ET) before proceeding further. Huntington, NY 11743 If after speaking with our tech support personnel it is All returns must be authorized by VDC Electronics. necessary to return the unit, you MUST request an RMA number. Items must be returned within 10 days after receiving... - Page 19 BatteryMINDer Models OBD12-24-36-48 Rev. H-041409 Page 19 P/N VDC OBD12-24-36-48-MNL...
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