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BatteryMINDer
36-Volt 36271
Battery Maintainer-Desulfators
INSTRUCTION
All Models Include:
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ATS Temperature Sensor (installed)
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Ring Terminals with 15A Fuse
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EZC-01 EZ Connector + Mounting Screws
• Designed to be used with your vehicle's "stock-bulk" charger.
The BatteryMINDer takes over when the original supplied charger
shuts off. See the accompanying addendum for more details.
• NOT for use with Aviation-type batteries
READ AND SAVE THESE
VDC Electronics, Inc. • 155 W. Carver St., Ste. 2 • Huntington, NY 11743
www.BatteryMINDers.com • techsupport@vdcelectronics.com
Rev. D-120913
INSTRUCTIONS
and
48-Volt 48021
MANUAL*
®
P/N VDC36271/48021-MNL
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- Page 1 EZC-01 EZ Connector + Mounting Screws • Designed to be used with your vehicle’s “stock-bulk” charger. The BatteryMINDer takes over when the original supplied charger shuts off. See the accompanying addendum for more details. • NOT for use with Aviation-type batteries...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Guarantee / Warranty .......24 Glossary of Terms • Maintain a battery BatteryMINDer ensures batteries are truly fully charged and will likely continue improving the condition of the battery to the fullest extent possible. •... -
Page 3: Required Safety Instructions
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® REQUIRED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND BEFORE OPERATING Contact VDC Electronics if uncertain about any settings or operation. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:... - Page 4 BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® Support Dept. 800.379.5579 x6 (ET) for advice. Do not disassemble charger; call VDC Electronics Tech Support Dept. 800.379.5579 x6 (ET) for advice when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
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Page 5: Preparing To Charge
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property. NEVER charge a frozen battery or a battery at a temperature above 123°... - Page 6 BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® 15(e), 15(f), 16(b) through 16(d). 16. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY INSTALLED VEHICLE. SPARK NEAR BATTERY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY: Position ac and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.
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Page 7: Qualifying Your Battery
Preliminary Requirements NOTE: The BatteryMINDer has no electrical output unless it is connected to a healthy battery. Testing the BatteryMINDer with a volt or an Amp meter without the unit being connected across a good battery will result in a false reading. -
Page 8: Specific Gravity - Capacity Table
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® Specific Gravity – Capacity Temperature Compensated Full Capacity Hydrometer - Meter or 4 ball type Percentage 1.270 (4 Balls floating) 100% 1.250 (3 Balls floating) 1.190 (2 Balls floating) 1.150 (1 Balls floating) 1.120 (0 Balls floating) -
Page 9: Testing With A Hot/Cold Calibrated Hydrometer Tester
USE A DIGITAL VOLTMETER ONLY: 1. Recharge the battery with the BatteryMINDer to ensure it is as completely charged as possible, before you determine its condition. Allow battery to “rest” (see Glossary of Terms) overnight for a minimum of 12 hours before testing with a digital voltmeter only. -
Page 10: Ocv/Full Capacity Table
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® 3. Connect the BatteryMINDer to the battery. 4. Charge battery to its maximum level. Allow battery to remain for a minimum of 72 hours before retesting. If improvement is seen, continue until battery voltage reaches full capacity level or no further increase is seen. -
Page 11: Unit Labels
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® Rev. D-120913 Page 11 P/N VDC36271/48021-MNL... -
Page 12: Simplified Operating Instructions
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® SIMPLIFIED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read and thoroughly understand ALL SAFETY Instructions, pages 3 - 10 including Preparing to Charge, DC Connection Precautions, Unit Location and Qualifying Your Battery BEFORE proceeding further. 1. Attach a battery connector assembly, Ring Terminal Assembly (7) -
Page 13: Common Features
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® Common Features (Both Models) (a, b & c) for power, connection, fault, battery, charge status LED indicators Temperature Sensor input connector Output cord with quick connect plug Battery Type selection button Input power cordset... -
Page 14: Battery Condition Table
Float charge mode FLASHING A.C. power connected Reversed Battery Polarity A.C. power connected, charger output clip shorted A.C. power connected, battery voltage <9V (36271) or <12V (48021) Timed-out when in SoftStart or Bulk mode FLASHING Timed-out when in Absorption mode & Forced to... -
Page 15: Detailed Operating Instructions
1. Attach output cord of charger to the Ring Terminal Assembly (RTA) (supplied). Note: An optional method of connecting the BatteryMINDer to the RTA is with the EZC-01 panel mounted assembly (supplied). This connector is mounted through the side of the battery box under the golf cart seat, making it convenient to connect the BatteryMINDer without lifting the seat. - Page 16 BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® space between them. Correct polarity and a good connection will be your reward. 6. Determine the type of battery you wish to charge. When certain press the Select Battery Type button. The most common is the...
- Page 17 BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® leaving lights on or cranking an engine excessively. Allow such a battery to “Rest” for several hours (overnight if possible) before determining if it is defective. Be very suspicious of any battery that does not...
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Page 18: Multi-Battery Configuration
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® Battery Configurations 36 Volt 48 Volt 8 VOLT SERIES TO CHARGER – – – TO CHARGER – 6 VOLT SERIES TO CHARGER – – – – TO CHARGER – 12 VOLT SERIES TO CHARGER TO CHARGER –... -
Page 19: Charge And Float Voltages At Various Temperature Ranges
60.0 V 56.0 V < 40°F 45.3 42.3 60.4 V 56.4 V *AGM Charge & Float: +0.6 V (36271) / +0.8 V (48021) Gel Charge & Float: -0.6 V (36271) / -0.8 V (48021) Rev. D-120913 Page 19 P/N VDC36271/48021-MNL... -
Page 20: Maintaining Multiple Batteries
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® MAINTAINING MULTIPLE BATTERIES 36271 48021 BatteryMINDer Battery Maintainer-Desulfators can be used maintain up to eight batteries at a time, providing each battery is fully operational (no dead-dying cells), free of sulfate and meeting the minimum full charge “rested”... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Plug in a lamp or other appliance to Power ON indicator does check for voltage. If controlled by not light after being AC outlet is dead. a wall switch, be sure switch is on... - Page 22 BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Battery must stay connected to Battery Condition Battery still has an charger and remain in Maintenance- Indicator lights YELLOW unacceptable level of Float mode (GREEN blinking indi- (After battery has been sulfation.
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Page 23: For Repair Or Replacement / Registration
BatteryMINDer Models 36271 & 48021 ® FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT All returns must be authorized by VDC Electronics. In the event that you believe your product may be defective, you MUST speak to a VDC Electronics technician at 1-800-379-5579 x6 (ET) before proceeding further. -
Page 24: Guarantee / Warranty
Expedited shipping is available at extra cost. Five-Year Limited Warranty: Your BatteryMINDer product is warrantied for FIVE years from date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship. We make no warranty other than this limited warranty and expressly exclude any implied warranty including any warranty for consequential damages.
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