Eq - Battery Equalize - Alpha Group OutBack Power FLEXmax Series Owner's Manual

Operation
EQ – Battery Equalize
Equalization is a controlled overcharge that is part of regular battery maintenance. Equalization
brings the batteries to a much higher voltage than usual and "simmers" them for a period of time.
This has the result of removing inert compounds from the battery plates and reducing stratification in
the electrolyte. Equalization follows the same pattern as standard three-stage charging. However,
instead of the Absorption voltage set points, it is controlled by the Battery Equalize Volts settings.
The time is controlled by the Battery Equalize Time setting.
Equalization is normally performed only on flooded lead-acid batteries. The schedule for equalization
varies with battery use and type, but it is usually performed every few months. If performed correctly,
this process can extend battery life by a considerable amount.
CAUTION: Battery Damage
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MAIN Menu
Charger
Aux
EQ Misc Advanced
Logging Stats
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EXIT
Charger Aux
EQ
Misc Advanced
Logging Stats
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EXIT
BATTERY EQUALIZE
Volts
15.0
EXIT NEXT -EQV
BATTERY EQUALIZE
Time
01 Hours
EXIT NEXT -HRS
BATTERY EQUALIZE
1 Hours 15.0 Volts
Check water level
BACK AUTO START STOP
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Do not equalize any sealed battery types (VRLA, AGM, Gel, or other) unless
approved by the manufacturer. Some batteries may suffer severe damage from
equalization.
Contact the battery manufacturer for recommendations on equalization voltage,
duration, schedule, and/or advisability. Always follow manufacturer
recommendations for equalization.
Light
To change the EQ mode settings:
1.
GO
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4.
Light
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6.
GO
7.
8.
9.
+EQV
10. Press <BACK> to return to the EQ screen.
+HRS
To Exit:
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Figure 31
From the main menu, press <> or <> to move the
the left of EQ .
Press <GO> to open the BATTERY EQUALIZE Volts screen.
Press <-EQV> to decrease the value.
Press <+EQV> to increase the value.
Press <NEXT> to advance to the Battery Equalize Time screen.
Press <-HRS> to decrease the value.
Press <+HRS> to increase the value.
Press <NEXT> to advance to the
Battery Equalize Start screen.
Choose one of the following equalization modes:
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Press <START> to start a manual equalization charge.
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Press <STOP> to stop an equalization charge.
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Press <AUTO> to view the auto equalization screen.
See Figure 32 for details.
Press <EXIT> once to return to the main menu.
Press <EXIT> twice to return to the status screen.
Using Equalization
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