Equalizing Flooded Batteries - TBB Trident Manual

your FREEDOM and SPIRAL batteries.
If you choose equalization mode, do not connect DC load.
If the ambient temperature is below 80F (26.7 ), the voltage will
increase because of the temperature compensation.

4.4 Equalizing Flooded Batteries

It is strongly recommended to read this section carefully before you set the dip
switch as Equalization status.
4.3.1 About Equalizing
Frequency: Maximum once a month, you may wish to equalize your flooded
batteries by using the battery charger equalization mode.
Important: Equalization can damage your batteries if it is not performed properly.
Never equalize a battery more than twice a month. Always check
battery fluid before and after equalization. Fill batteries only with
distilled water.
Always check the equalization switch is set back to OFF after each
time s equalization.
Only be active after the battery charger is power on.
As a protection, TRIDENT will stop charging if the switch is set to ON
before the battery is power on.
Battery manufactures recommendations on equalization vary. Always
follow the battery manufacturer s instructions so batteries are properly
equalized. As a guide, a heavily used battery may require equalization
once a month while a battery in light duty service, only needs equalizing
once every 2 to 4 months.
Battery type Only perform equalization to flooded lead-acid batteries. Do not equalize
Gel, AGM batteries.
4.3.2 Performing an Equalization