Tender 4 Amp 6V 12V Selectable Battery Charger
Instructions
Deltran Battery Tender Selectable
NORTH AMERICAN MODELS ONLY
Designed for Six cell Lead-Acid/AGM/ Batteries & Four cell Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Batteries & Three cell Lead-Acid/AGM Batteries
For FOREIGN COMPLIANCE
Designed for Six cells Lead-Acid/AGM/ 60Ah Batteries & Four Cell Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) 13Ah Batteries & Three cell Lead-Acid/AGM 60Ah Batteries
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger model P/N 022-0200 & P/N 022-0209.
- Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
- Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
- To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
- An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must
be used, make sure:
a) That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on the charger;
b) That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and
c) That wire size is large enough for ac ampere rating of charger as specified in Table 1Length of Cord, Feet 25 50 100 150 AWG Size of Cord 18 18 18 16 - Do not operate a charger with a damaged cord or plug – replace the cord or plug immediately.
- Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
- Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
- When replacing the fuse in the accessory cable use an AB19, 7.5Amp or equivalent type fuse.
- WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a) WORKING IN VICINITY OF A BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION.
FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
b) To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on engines. - PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
a) Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a battery.
b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near the battery.
d) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters the eye, immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
f) Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit a battery or another electrical part that may cause an explosion.
g) Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a battery. A battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
h) Use a charger for charging a Lead-Acid/AGM/Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system. Do not use a battery charger for charging non-rechargeable batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
i) NEVER charge a frozen battery. - PREPARING TO CHARGE
a) If necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge, always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.
b) Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.
c) Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
d) Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve-regulated lead-acid batteries, carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
e) Study all battery manufacturers’ specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
f) Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner’s manual and make sure that output voltage selector switch is set at correct voltage. Do not use the battery charger unless battery voltage matches the output voltage rating of the charger. - CHARGER LOCATION
a) Locate charger as far away from battery as dc cables permit.
b) Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery will corrode and damage the charger.
c) Never allow battery acid to drip on the charger when reading electrolyte specific gravity or filling the battery.
d) Do not operate charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.
e) Do not set a battery on top of the charger. - DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
a) Connect and disconnect dc output clips only after setting any charger switches to of position and removing accord from the electric outlet. Never allow clips to touch
each other.
b) Attach clips to battery and chassis as indicated in 16(e), 16(f), and 17(b) through 17(d). - FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY:
a) Position ac and dc cords to reduce the risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.
b) Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
c) Check the polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,–) post.
d) Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If negative post is grounded to chassis (as in most vehicles), see (e). If a positive post is grounded to the chassis, see (f).
e) For negative-grounded vehicle, connect POSITIVE (RED) clip from battery charger to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of battery first. Then connect NEGATIVE
(BLACK) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
f) For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) ungrounded post of battery first. Then connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
g) When disconnecting the charger, turn switches to off, disconnect AC cord, remove clip from vehicle chassis, and then remove the clip from the battery terminal.
h) See operating instructions for length of charge information. - FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY:
a) Check the polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.
b) Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) battery post.
c) Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
d) Position yourself and the free end of the cable as far away from the battery as possible – then connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to the free end of the cable.
e) Do not face battery when making final connection.
f) When disconnecting charger, always do so in the reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break first connection while as far away from battery as practical.
g) A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged onshore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
- This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazard involved.
- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be mad by children without supervision.
– Persons (including children) whose - physical, sensory or mental capabilities: or
- Lack of experience and knowledge
Prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction:
– Children playing with the appliance. - The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged the appliance should be scrapped.
- Examine the battery charger regularly for damage, especially the cord, plug and enclosure, if the battery charger is damaged, it must not be used until it has been repaired.
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USER INSTRUCTIONS
AUTOMATIC CHARGING AND BATTERY STATUS MONITORING:
Battery Tender® chargers are completely automatic and may be left connected to both AC power and to the battery that it is charging for long periods of time. The charger output power, voltage, and current depend on the condition of the battery it is charging. Battery Tender® chargers have several statuses LED indicators that provide a visual means to determine the operating mode of the charger and hence the condition of the battery connected to the charger.
When AC power is first applied to the charger all of the LEDs will illuminate for two to three seconds before starting the charge sequence listed below.
The two battery level status LED indicator lights (Amber LED 1, Green LED 5) are available to determine whether the charger is operating in one of the four primary charge modes:
- Qualification/Initialization mode: The Monitor Circuit verifies appropriate battery voltage levels and good electrical continuity between the battery and the charger DC output.
- Bulk mode (a full charge, constant current, the battery is 0% to 80% charged)
- Absorption mode (high constant voltage, the battery is 80% to 100% charged).
- Storage/float maintenance mode (low constant voltage, battery is 100% to 103% charged).
When the battery is fully charged, the battery level status Green LED (5) indicator will turn solid green and the charger will switch to a storage/float maintenance charge mode. The Battery Tender® charger will automatically monitor and maintain the battery at full charge.
BATTERY VOLTAGE SELECT BUTTON
The Battery Tender® charger has a “SELECT” button which allows you to switch between charging a 12 volt AGM/Flooded, 12 volt Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery or a 6 volt AGM/Flooded battery. The battery voltage can be selected once the charger has AC power applied and before the charger is connected to the battery. Once the charger has AC power and is also connected to the battery the voltage (12V or 6V) selection cannot be changed. To change the mode, disconnect the battery from the harder.
If the AC power is interrupted the charger will resume charging at the last battery voltage setting used.
The charger can also detect if the incorrect battery voltage has been selected or if the battery is defective once the connection has been made to the battery. One of the Green LEDs (LED 1 or 2) located next to the 12V or 6V symbol will flash preventing the charge cycle from starting. In order to begin a new charge cycle, reset the charger by disconnecting it from the AC supply as well as the wrong or defective battery for 7-10 seconds.
Reconnect the AC supply and the charger will be ready for a new charge cycle.
BATTERY TYPE SELECT BUTTON
The Battery Tender ® charger has a “SELECT” button which allows you to switch between charging an AGM/Flooded battery or a Lithium Iron (12 Volt-only) Phosphate battery (LiFePO4).
The battery type must be selected once the charger has AC power applied and before the charger is connected to the battery.
Once the charger has AC power and is also connected to the battery type selection cannot be changed. In order to begin a new charge cycle, reset the charger by disconnecting it from the AC supply as well as the wrong or defective battery for 7-10 seconds. Reconnect the AC supply and the charger will be ready for a new charge cycle.
If the AC power is interrupted the charger will resume charging at the last settings used.
AUTOMATIC LITHIUM IRON PHOSPHATE (LiFePO4) RECOVERY MODE If you try to charge a dead 12 volt Lithium Iron Phosphate battery (LiFePO4) with a very low voltage, 4 to 8 Volts, the charger will automatically switch into the Recovery Mode. When in this mode the green LED (4) will flash, the 12V LED (1) and the amber LED will be solid. If successful and once complete the charger will automatically switch back to the normal charge cycle.
There is a three (3) hour time limit for this recovery process. If not successful the amber LED (1) and the green LED (5) will toggle back and forth. It will continue this sequence until the charger is disconnected from the AC source. If this happens there is a good chance that the battery has already been damaged due to the low voltage and cannot be recovered.
ATTENTION: The Battery Tender® CHARGER HAS A SPARK FREE CIRCUITRY.
The output alligator clips or ring terminals will not spark when they are touched together. The Battery Tender ® charger will not produce an output voltage until it senses at least 2 volts from a Flooded/AGM battery or 4 volts from a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery. It must be connected to a battery with the correct polarity before it will start charging a battery. Therefore, if you plug the AC power cord into an AC power outlet, and if the output alligator clips or ring terminals are not connected to a battery, and if
you touch the alligator clips or ring terminals together, there will be no electrical spark.
NOTE: THE OUTPUT CLIPS OR RING TERMINALS MUST BE CONNECTED TO A BATTERY BEFORE THE CHARGER CAN PRODUCE AN OUTPUT VOLTAGE.
TIME REQUIRED TO CHARGE A BATTERY:
The Battery Tender ® part number 022-0200 charges at a rate of 1.25 Amps or 1.25 Amp-hours per hour. Therefore, a fully discharged 15 Amp-Hour battery will take approximately 9½ hours to recharge to 80% capacity.
The Battery Tender® part number 022-0209 charges at a rate of 4 Amps or 4.0 Amp-hours per hour. Therefore, a fully discharged 15 Amp-Hour battery will take approximately 3 hours to recharge to 80% capacity.
WORKING WITH A DEAD BATTERY OR A BATTERY WITH A VERY LOW VOLTAGE:
If you try to charge a dead battery having a voltage below 2 volts from a Flooded/AGM battery or 4 volts from a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery, the Battery Tender® charger will not start. An internal safety circuit prevents the charger from generating any output voltage unless it senses at least 2 volts from a Flooded/AGM battery or 4 volts from a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery at the charger output. In this situation, the amber LED will continue to flash, indicating that a charge has not been initiated.
NOTE: If a 12 Volt, Lead-Acid battery has an output voltage of less than 9 volts when it is at rest when it is neither being charged nor supplying electrical current to an external load, there is a good chance that the battery is defective. As a frame of reference, a fully charged 12-Volt, Lead-Acid battery will have a rest-state, no-load voltage of approximately 12.9 volts. A fully discharged 12-Volt, Lead-Acid battery will have a rest-state, no-load voltage of approximately 11.4 volts. That means that a voltage change of
only 1.5 volts represents the full range of charge 0% to 100% on a 12-Volt, Lead-Acid battery. Depending on the manufacturer, and the age of the battery, the specific voltages will vary by a few tenths of a volt, but the 1.5volt range will still be a good indicator of the battery charge %.
STATUS INDICATING LIGHT:
If the light is not lit, then the battery is not properly connected, and/or the charger is not plugged into AC power. The following describes the light operation:
- AMBER LIGHT FLASHING (Amber LED 1) – The amber LED flashing indicates that the battery charger has AC power available and that the microprocessor is functioning properly. If the amber LED continues to flash, then either the battery voltage is too low (less than 2 volts for a Flooded/AGM battery or 4 volts for a Lithium
Iron Phosphate battery) or the output alligator clips or ring terminals are not connected correctly. - ALTERNATING GREEN/AMBER (Amber LED 1 & Green LED 5) This indicates the battery charger has gone over the time limit while in the Battery Recovery Mode (see page 5 for a complete explanation). Also, Reverse polarity connection to the battery.
- AMBER LIGHT ON STEADY (Amber LED 1) – Whenever the amber LED is on steady, a battery is connected properly and the charger is charging the battery. The amber LED will remain on until the charger completes the charging stage.
- GREENLIGHT FLASHING (Green LED 5) – When the green LED is flashing and the amber LED (Amber LED 1) is solid the battery is greater than 80% charged and may be removed from the charger and used if necessary. Whenever possible, leave the battery on charge until the green light is solid.
- GREENLIGHT ON STEADY (Green LED 5) – When the green LED burns steadily, the charge is complete and the battery can be returned to service if necessary. It can also stay connected to maintain the battery for an indefinite period of time.
FCC Warning
Title 47 Subpart, 15.105(b)
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio-television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
TROUBLESHOOTING
- If the charger does not turn on and none of the LEDs illuminate.
a. Check to make sure the AC outlet is supplying power by plugging in a lamp, an appliance, or a voltage meter. - The green (fully charged) LED (5) comes on immediately when charging a discharged battery.
a. The battery is probably defective, take the battery to the dealer to be tested. - When charging a battery the green (fully charged) LED (5) never comes on.
a. The battery may be defective, take the battery to the dealer to be tested.
b. The battery has an excessive current draw, remove or disconnect the battery from the equipment. - The amber LED continues to flash even with a connection to the battery:
a. Check the fuse in the accessory cable.
b. The battery voltage is too low. - 12V green LED (1) is flashing.
a. The battery is damaged or the incorrect battery voltage has been selected. - 6V green LED (2) is flashing.
a. The battery is damaged or the incorrect battery voltage has been selected. - Amber & Green (fully charged) LED (5) are toggling.
a. Reverse polarity connection to the battery.
b. The charger’s safety timer has activated due to the battery not reaching its optimal voltage. The battery may be defective, take the battery to the dealer to be tested.
ICES-001: Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) Radio
Frequency Generators
This product has been tested with the listed standards and found to be compliant with the Code of Industry Canada ES-001 and the measurement Procedure according to CISPR 11.
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