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OWNER'S MANUAL
BC 112A
Power Flex
with Ni-Cd and Ni-MH capability
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T E K I N
ELECTRONICS, INC.
Accepts 10-24 volts DC (both models) or household AC input (112C only).
Uses TEKIN's exclusive high-performance Power-Flextm Negative Pulse
battery conditioner circuit.
Microprocessor controlled optimized charge profiles, and custom
multi-function LCD display with annunciators.
0 to 10 amp linear charge output with adjustable trickle charge.
Dual 12 bit high-precision analog to digital converters.
33 kHz high-frequency switch mode power supply for cool, efficient
operation under all conditions.
Proprietary Adaptive Sensing peak detection monitors the charge profile
and detects the correct optimum shut-off point for maximum accuracy.
Compact, dependable, lightweight construction.
Expandable to a complete charge/discharge-matching and test system.
112C
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Chargers
A) Digital Display
with
Annunciators
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B) Charge Start
Button
C) Set Buttons
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D) Mode Select
Button
E) Indicator LED
F) Output LED
MADE IN THE USA
G) Output Cable
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Power Source Selection .......................................... 1
AC Power Source ...................................................... 1,2
Fuse ........................................................................... 2
Power-Flex Circuit ....................................................... 2
Connecting the Battery Pack .................................... 2
Charger Settings and Display Modes .....................
Display Profiles ............................................
Set Modes ....................................................... 4
Start Button and Charge Profiles .............................. 5
Charge Profiles ............................................. 5
Timed Charge ................................................. 6
Fast Charging ................................................ 6
Trickle Charging ............................................. 6
Miscellaneous Tips and Tricks ................................ 7
Charging ........................................................ 7
Discharging ................................................... 7
Optional Add/On Discharger ......................
Troubleshooting ....................................................... 8
Error Codes ................................................. 8
About Tekin .............................................................. 9
Limited Warranty .....................................................
TEKIN, BC112, Power-Flex, Slope Detector, Slope Detection, and Pro-Flex are trademarks of Tekin
Electronics, Inc.
- Copyright 1999 Tekin Electronics, Inc., All Rights Reserved-
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Summary of Contents for Tekin Power Flex BC 112A
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Limited Warranty ............. Compact, dependable, lightweight construction. Expandable to a complete charge/discharge-matching and test system. TEKIN, BC112, Power-Flex, Slope Detector, Slope Detection, and Pro-Flex are trademarks of Tekin Electronics, Inc. - Copyright 1999 Tekin Electronics, Inc., All Rights Reserved-... -
Page 2: Power Source Selection
POWER SOURCE SELECTION batteries, even with low AC line conditions. You may use a second Tekin charger plugged in to the extra power plug on the The BC 112 series charger’s can use virtually any power source that puts out back of the BC112C. -
Page 3: Charger Settings And Display Modes
A/HR: P R E C A U T I O N S Displays the charge capacity in amp-hours (0 - 19.99 AH). This is the energy put into the battery over the duration of the charge, and equals the charging current multiplied a) The heatsink and /or panel may become warm in operation;... -
Page 4: Start Button And Charge Profiles
TIMED CHARGE START BUTTON and CHARGE PROFILES To start a Timed Charge, press the MODE button until TIME SET is displayed, The BC112 is equipped with several charge profiles. Pressing the START button then use the SET (arrow) buttons to enter a time. Next, press the START button (5 sequences through these settings. -
Page 5: Miscellaneous Tips And Tricks
Optional Add-On Discharger/Cycler: This error code is caused by the Ni-Cad being connected to the charger backwards A precision electronic discharger is available from Tekin as an add-on module for (reverse polarity). Reconnect the battery correctly, and restart. the BC112 series. This unit, model number DIS-350, will test, cycle, and match you bat- ECF: A high amp surge over 25 amps occurred due to a line voltage surge, and the teries for absolutely maximum performance. -
Page 6: About Tekin
ABOUT TEKIN TEKIN’s products are designed with racers in mind, and are suitable for use by anyone. Our standard off-the-shelf items have won World Championships without any additional enhancements. Many of our products use exclusive, or patented circuits to Race all of TEKIN’s expert gear...