TecMate Optimate 6 Select Mode D'emploi page 7

STEP 7 LED #5 : YELLOW
OPTIMIZE
5
STEP 8
LED #6
TEST after
charge
TEST
STEP 9
LED #6 / 7 / 8
OptiMATE
smart
MAINTAIN
8
TEST
For batteries with a good
state of health LED #6
(green) will remain on.
Exception: STD wet cell
batteries with filler caps
have a lower fully charged
voltage: LED #6 remains
on together with LED #7.
VERY FLAT NEGLECTED BATTERIES:
equipment and inspect the battery before connecting the charger for a recovery attempt.
The charger's TURBO recovery mode cannot engage if it senses that the battery is still connected to a circuit which effectively offers a
lower electrical resistance than the battery on its own. However, if the deep-discharged battery is not removed for recovery, neither battery nor
vehicle or equipment electronics will be damaged. Pay particularly close attention to the following A battery left deep-discharged for an
extended period may develop permanent damage in one or more cells. Such batteries may heat up excessively during high current charging.
Monitor the battery temperature during the first hour, then hourly there-after. Check for unusual signs, such as bubbling or leaking electrolyte,
heightened activity in one cell compared to others, or hissing sounds. If at any time the battery is uncomfortably hot to touch or you notice any
unusual signs, DISCONNECT THE CHARGER IMMEDIATELY.
NOTES ON TEST RESULTS:
1. For any test result other than green #6 (or green #6 and yellow #7 together if the battery is a STD type with filler caps), disconnect the
battery from the electrical system it supports, and reconnect the OptiMate. If a better test result is now obtained, this suggests that the power
losses are partly due to an electrical problem in the electrical system and not in the battery itself. If the poor result persists, you are advised to
take the battery to a professional service workshop equipped with professional equipment for a more thorough investigation.
2. If the red LED #8 alone, or the yellow #7 and red LED #8 indicate together (or yellow LED alone for a sealed battery), a significant problem
Engages when the voltage has reached 14.4V (14.7V) for the first time
during CHARGE mode.
The ampmatic™ current control program now delivers pulses of current to equalise
the individual cells within the battery and optimizes charge level.
Charging should complete within the minimum charge time set during STEP 3, but if the
battery requires further charging the program will extend OPTIMIZE mode up to a
maximum of 2 hours. NOTE: Charge time is usually extended if there is higher than
expected current draw by connected circuitry or battery health is less than optimal.
For safety reasons there is an overall charge time limit of 72 hours for
STEP 4, 5 and 6.
FLASHING TEST after charge : Delivery of current to the battery is interrupted for
30 minutes** to allow the program to determine the battery's ability to
retain charge.
**
IF the result in STEP 3 was RED (LED #8) or RED & YELLOW (LED #7 & 8), indicating
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a deep discharged battery) the voltage retention test is extended to 12 hours to confirm
battery health.
The TEST result (indicated on LED # 6, 7, 8) is adjusted in real time according to the
measured battery voltage.
AGM 0
STD 0
The TEST will be interrupted if LED #8 (red) lights. A significant problem exists if the
battery is unable to retain sufficient charge during this voltage retention test. Consult the
table above to match TEST LED indication to an estimated state of charge percentage
(SOC%).
More information is provided in the section "NOTES ON TEST RESULTS".
ON
Float voltage setting: 13.6V nominal at 20°C (68°F). The float voltage is inversely
regulated according to ambient temperature; i.e., voltage is increased at lower
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Adjustment: -0.04V / cell / °C above or below 20°C (68°F).
STD maintenance mode consists of 30 minute float charge periods followed by and
alternating with 30 minute 'rest' periods, during which there is no charge delivered. This
"50% duty cycle" prevents loss of electrolyte in sealed batteries and minimizes gradual
loss of water from the electrolyte in batteries with filler caps, and thereby contributes
significantly to optimizing the service life of irregularly or seasonally used batteries.
During "float charge" a continuous LOW CURRENT PULSE IS DELIVERED TO PREVENT
SULFATION, further extending battery power and life.
If the OptiMate senses the battery has lost charge the program will revert back to
CHARGE step.
If the battery is deeply discharged (and possibly sulfated), remove from the vehicle or
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MAINTENANCE CHARGE: LED #6 / 7 / 8 steady on
according to state of charge measured during STEP 8.
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