Installation - ProMariner ProSport6 Owner's Manual And Installation Manual

G E N E R A L O P E R AT I O N
8
Selecting a Charging Profile & Understanding Battery Types
Your battery charger is equipped with a user programmable battery type selector that is factory
set for standard Flooded (lead-acid) / AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries.
To set your charger for Gel batteries simply remove the black programming cap and replace
it with the Gel programming gray cap. If you own a ProSport 20 Dual Bank Charger you also
have the option to use the High Performance AGM profile recommended for OPTIMA BlueTop
Deep Cycle and Odyssey AGM marine batteries by installing the blue AGM HP programming
cap. Any time you reprogram or change the cap, apply marine silicone to the threads of the
cap being installed.
NOTE: AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries are not Gel (Gelled Electrolyte Lead-acid) batteries and
require a completely different charge profile that must be selected versus the out of the box factory
setting. AGM batteries can accept the same charging profile as Flooded (lead-acid) batteries.
Understanding Battery Types & Charger Settings
There are three primary types of batteries in the marketplace today; standard Flooded (lead-
acid), AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat), high performance AGM and Gel cell (Gelled Electrolyte Lead-
acid). Traditionally, the most common type of batteries used are Flooded (lead-acid) batteries.
Almost all Gel cell batteries will state that they are Gel cell on the battery case or labels. Shown
below are typical battery voltages at absorption and float levels.
LED color Battery Type
Red Standard Flooded (lead-acid) -
with or without fill caps
AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) - Sealed
Green Gel Cell - Sealed Gray Cap
Amber*
AGM High Performance
(Absorbed Glass Mat) - Sealed
(OPTIMA, Odyssey, West Marine Brands)
NOTE: AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries are not Gel (Gelled Electrolyte Lead-acid) batteries and require a
completely different charge profile that must be selected versus the out of the box factory setting.
AGM batteries can accept the same charging profile as Flooded (Lead-acid) batteries.
* Only available on ProSport 20 Two Bank model only.
Note: If you are still unsure what kind of battery(s) you have, we recommend that you
contact the manufacturer of the battery(s).
Charging Profile Cap
14.6 VDC Absorption, 13.4 VDC Float Black
14.1 VDC Absorption, 13.8 VDC Float Gray
Blue*
14.7 VDC Absorption 13.6 VDC Float

Installation

All ProSport Battery Chargers are designed to be permanently mounted on-board, and should
be mounted with extruded fins placed horizontally.
Always mount your ProSport in a compartment area that can be properly ventilated during use.
Do NOT mix battery types on-board. All batteries should be of the same age and in good
operating condition.
Do NOT make any electrical connections to the ProSport or batteries until the following steps
are completed:
10 Easy to follow installation steps:
1. Select a mounting location that allows for free air ventilation with a minimum of 8 inches of
clear unobstructed space around and in front of the ProSport On-Board Marine Battery Charger.
Open all battery and engine compartments and ventilate for at least 15 minutes before starting
the installation of the ProSport charger. Confirm all battery cables can reach each of the batteries.
Do not install charger on carpeted, upholstered, vinyl, or varnished areas. Be sure to place the
ProSport in an accessible area where all indicators are viewable. Install this unit on a hard surface.
Note: For installations requiring an extension of the DC battery charger cables, please call or visit
your retailer or dealer to purchase ProMariner's 5 foot or 15 foot battery charger DC cable extenders.
Our innovative cable extenders are properly fused and do not require any cutting or stripping of
wires. If you have any problems locating this accessory call ProMariner at 1-800-824-0524.
2. Using the ProSport charger as a template or the enclosed paper template, mark the position
of each mounting hole. Insure the mounting screws will not puncture or protrude into a live well,
a fuel or oil tank or the bottom of the boat.
3. Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill pilot holes in the (4) marked locations as described in step 3.
Apply a silicon sealer in each of the mounting locations to waterproof the screw holes.
4. Position the ProSport over the mounting holes and secure with a power screwdriver
by installing 4 stainless steel # 10 screws. (mounting screws not included).
For aluminum boat installation we recommend installing your ProSport Charger on a wood
or fiberglass panel and not directly on the aluminum hull.
I N S TA L L AT I O N
9
1/8" pilot hole
with silicon sealer
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Confirm the surface you will be
mounting the charger to is
adequate in strength and
thickness to hold the ProSport in
place with the mounting screws
you have selected.
Maintain an obstruction free area
of 8 inches around the ProSport
On-Board Marine Battery Charger