Ametek Deka PowerForce Owner's Manual page 15

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POWERFORCE CHARGE ARCHIVE
The archive data can be selected on the main screen. After the
range of charge cycles is chosen, the archive will display on the
screen.
AMP HOURS RETURNED
The total ampere-hours returned during the charge cycle. This
number includes ampere-hours delivered to the battery during the
Verify, 0-80%, 80% to End, and Equalize portions of the charge
cycle.
CHARGE TIME
The total charging time of the charge cycle. This number includes
the time of the Verify, 0-80% 80% to End, and Equalize portions
of the charge cycle.
80% TO END
The time the battery was charged from the 80% charged point
until DV/DT or VT (depending on the control setting) charge termi-
nation. This time does not include any equalize charging time that
may have been automatically or manually selected.
BATTERY OCV
The open circuit voltage in volts per cell of the battery immedi-
ately before the beginning of the charge cycle.
START AMPS
The value of the current delivered to the battery at the start of the
charge cycle.
START VOLTS
The value of the battery voltage (in volts/cell) of the battery at the
start of the charge cycle.
FINISH AMPS
The value of the charge current delivered to the battery at the end
of the charge cycle.
FINISH VOLTS
The value of the battery voltage in volts per cell at the end of the
charge cycle.
EQUALIZE TIME
The time of the equalize portion of the charge cycle. Equalize can
be automatically or manually selected.
START TIME
The time at the start of the charge cycle.
END TIME
The time at the end of the charge cycle. Includes the equalize time
if it was automatically or manually selected format.
BATTERY I.D.
The Battery I.D. number of the battery that was charged in the
charge cycle. Requires PowerForce Battery Identification Module
(BID).
BID START TEMP
The temperature of the battery sensed by the PowerForce Battery
Identification Module at the start of the charge cycle.
BID END TEMP
The temperature of the battery sensed by the PowerForce Battery
Identification Module at the end of the charge cycle.
CYC. AMP HOURS
The Ampere-hour setting of the charger during the charge cycle.
This value cannot exceed the maximum charger output rating.
CYCLE CELLS
The Cell Size setting of the charger during the charge cycle. This
value cannot exceed the maximum charger output rating.
BATTERY TYPE
The Battery Type setting of the charger during the charge cycle.
This value cannot exceed the maximum charger output rating.
PRESENT MONTH
The month that the charge cycle occurred.
PRESENT DATE
The day of the month that the charge cycle occurred.
MODULE OUTPUT AND TEMPERATURE
Each module will display its maximum current and temperature as
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Richard Mac Isaac
February 26, 2025

battery charger not shutting off when charged and boils water out. Mod # 750H3-12C S/N 217CS582884

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Mr. Anderson
February 26, 2025

The Ametek Deka PowerForce battery charger may not be shutting off when charged and is boiling water out due to one or more of the following reasons:

1. Equalize Mode Active – The charger may be in Equalize Mode, which applies a prolonged charge to balance the battery cells. This mode extends charging time and increases voltage, which can cause excessive gassing and water loss.

2. No Gas Inhibit Not Active – If the No Gas Inhibit function is not enabled, the charger may continue charging at a higher rate, leading to excessive electrolyte boiling.

3. Improper Battery Maintenance – If the battery has been stored for 30 days or a large volume of water was added recently, the charger may be compensating, leading to overcharging.

4. Faulty Charger Settings – The charger may not be set up correctly, and its Auto Equalize by Cycle function may be triggering frequent equalization cycles, causing overcharging.

5. Defective Charger or Battery – A failure in the charger’s voltage regulation or a faulty battery with imbalanced cells could cause continuous charging beyond the required level.

To resolve this, check the charger settings, verify if Equalize Mode is needed, and ensure the battery is properly maintained. If the issue persists, inspect the charger and battery for faults.

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