EcoPower Electron 65 Quad User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger. This product is a fast charger with a high performance microprocessor and specialized operating software. Please read this entire operating manual completely and carefully before using this product, as it covers a wide range of information on operating and safety.

LCD Screen

Menu Control Buttons

Battery Sockets

INPUT DC 11 ~ 15V

Universal Balancing Port Pitch = 2.54mm

Temp. Sensor/PC Link Available for charger 1 & 2 only

Three Ventilation Fan with Temperature Sensor Control

SPECIAL FEATURES

EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger allows you to plug 4 batteries into one charger simultaneously, and it will intelligently and automatically charge all 4 of them at once to their maximum capacity. To top of it, the batteries being charged do not even need to have the same configuration. You can connect different chemistry Ni-MH/Ni-CD/LiPo/LiFe batteries into any of the charging ports. No more staying up late for charging batteries.

Optimized Operating Software

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Chargers AUTO function automatically sets the charge/discharge current by automatically detecting the type, size, and number of cells in the battery pack; this can prevent safety hazards due to overcharging, especially the explosion of lithium-based batteries. The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” chargers internal programming will automatically shut down any activity and sound an alarm if a problem is detected during the charge process. These adjustments are among the many user-specified parameters.

Internal independent lithium battery balancer

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger features an internal cell balancer for lithium-based battery packs. No external balancer is necessary.

Discharge balance individual cells

During the process of discharging, the EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger can monitor and balance each cell of the battery individually. If the voltage of any cell is abnormal, an error message will appear and the process will be ended automatically.

Lithium compatible

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger can safely charge various types of lithium-based batteries, such as Li-Ion, LiPo, and LiFe.

SPECIAL FEATURES

Multiple lithium charging modes

Along with its standard charge mode, the EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger also offers FAST and STORAGE charge modes for lithium-based batteries; FAST charge shortens the time necessary to charge large capacity batteries, while STORAGE charging a pack to a user-specified value prepares it for long-term storage.

Maximum safety

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger uses Delta-peak sensitivity to automatically terminate the charging process once the battery’s voltage exceeds the specified threshold; this prevents the battery from being over-charged.

Automatic charging current limit

For safety and extra protection against battery damage, a user-determined maximum current limit can set when charging small-capacity NiCD or NiMH cells with low internal resistance.

Capacity limit

The charged capacity listed on-screen is calculated by multiplying charging current and charge time. If the charging capacity exceeds this user-specified limit, the process will be terminated automatically.

Temperature threshold*

The battery's internal chemical reaction during charging or discharging may cause the temperature of the battery to rise. If the user-specified temperature limit is exceeded, the charging process will be terminated automatically.

* This function is available by connecting optional temperature probe, not included.

Time limit:

The user can set the maximum charge/discharge time. If the time limit is reached, the process will be terminated automatically.

Programmable memory

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger can store up to five (5) different charge/ discharge profiles for your convenience. These stored profiles can be recalled quickly, with no additional program required.

Cyclic charging/discharging

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger can automatically cycle batteries up to five times; this is useful to refresh and balance old batteries after long-term storage.

PC based analysis uing USB Communication

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger offers PC based program can analyze the characteristic of the battery via USB port. It shows a graph of voltage, current, capacity curves. It also shows the individual voltage of each cell in the Lithium battery pack.

PC-LINK USB adaptor can be purchased separately

SPECIAL FEATURES

These warnings and safety notes are particularly important. Please follow the instructions for maximum safety; failure to adhere to these instructions may damage the charger and/or battery and may cause a fire.

Never leave the charger unattended when connected to its power supply. If any malfunction is occurs, TERMINATE THE PROCESS AT ONCE and refer to the operation manual

Keep the charger well away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sunshine and vibration. Never drop it.

The allowable input voltage is 11~15V DC

This charger and the battery should be put on a heat-resistant, nonflammable, and nonconductive surface. Never place these items on a car seat, carpet or similar surface. Keep all the inflammable and volatile materials away from the operating area.

Make sure you know the specifications of the battery to be charged or discharged to ensure that it is compatible with this charger. If the charging program is set up incorrectly the battery and/or charger may be damaged; this can cause fire or explosion due to overcharging. This warranty is not valid for any damage or subsequent damage arising as a result of a misuse or failure to observe the procedures outlined in this manual.

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

NiCd/NiMH

Voltage level: ................................................................................. 1.2V/cell

Allowable fast charge current: .........................................................1C-2C

(depends on the Performance of cell)

Discharge voltage cut off level:

NiCd: .................................................................................... 0.85V/cell

NiMH: .................................................................................... 1.0V/cell

Li-ion

Voltage level: ................................................................................. 3.6V/cell

Max. charge voltage: ..................................................................... 4.1V/cell

Allowable fast charge current: ................................................... 1C or less

Min. discharge voltage cut off level: .............................. 2.5V/cell or higher

LiPo

Voltage level: ................................................................................. 3.7V/cell

Max. charge voltage: ..................................................................... 4.2V/cell

Allowable fast charge current: ................................................... 1C or less

Discharge voltage cut off level: .................................... 3.0V/cell or higher

LiFe

Voltage level: ................................................................................. 3.3V/cell

Max. charge voltage: ..................................................................... 3.6V/cell

Allowable fast charge current: ................................................... 4C or less

Discharge voltage cut off level: .................................... 2.0V/cell or higher

Voltage level: ................................................................................. 2.0V/cell

(Lead-acid) Max. charge voltage: ............................................. 2.46V/cell

Allowable fast charge current: ................................................ 0.4C or less

Discharge voltage cut off level: ................................. 1.75V/cell or higher

To avoid short circuit between the charge lead always connect the charge cable to the charger first before connecting the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting.

SPECIAL FEATURES

Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries.

A battery pack which consists of different types of cells (including different manufacturers)

A battery that is already fully charged or just slightly discharged. Non-rechargeable batteries (Explosion hazard). Batteries that require a different charge technique from NiCd,

NiMh, LiPo or Gel cell (Pb, Lead acid). A faulty or damaged battery. A battery fitted with an integral charge circuit or a protection

circuit. Batteries installed in a device or which are electrically linked to

other components. Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be

suitable for the currents the charger delivers during the charge process.

Please kep in mind the following points before commencing charging:

Did you select the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are charging?

Did you set up adequate current for charging or discharging? Have you checked the battery voltage? Lithium battery packs

can be wired in parallel and in series, i.e. a 2 cell pack can be

3.7V (in parallel) or 7.4V (in series). Have you checked that all connections are firm and secure?

Make sure there are no intermittent contacts at any point in the circuit.

Charging

During the charge process, a specific quantity of electrical energy is fed into the battery. The charge quantity is calculated by multiplying charge current by charge time. The maximum permissible charge current varies depending on the battery type or its performance, and can be found in the information by the battery manufacturer. Only batteries that are expressly stated to be capable of quick-charge should be charged at rates higher than the standard charge current.

A charge lead must be used to connect the battery to the terminal of the charger (red is positive and black is negative). Due to the difference between the electrical resistance of wires and connectors, and because the charger cannot detect the resistance of the battery pack, a charge lead made of appropriately sized wire and high-quality, gold-plated connectors is essential for EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger to work correctly.

Always refer to the battery manufacturer’s instructions pertaining to charging methods, recommended charging current, and charging time; Lithium-based batteries especially should be charged by the strict instructions of the battery manufacturer.

Special attention should be paid to polarity when plugging in a lithium battery.

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack. Please be advised that lithium battery packs can be wired in either parallel or

series. When wired in parallel, the battery's capacity is calculated by multiplying the single battery's capacity by the number of cells, assuming the voltages are the same, and any imbalance may cause a fire or explosion. It is recommended that lithium batteries be only charged in series.

WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES

Discharging

The main purpose of discharging is to clean residual capacity of the battery by reducing the battery's voltage to a defined level. The same attention should be paid to the discharging process as charging. The final discharge voltage should be set up correctly to avoid deep discharging. Lithium batteries cannot be discharged lower than the minimum voltage, as this may cause a rapid loss of capacity and/or a total failure. Generally, Lithium batteries don't need to be discharged. When discharging, please pay attention to the minimum voltage of the Lithium battery to protect it from damage.

NiCd and NiMH rechargeable batteries have a memory effect. If they are partly used and recharged before the whole discharge is accomplished, they will only use that part of their capacity next time. This is a "memory effect." NiCd has a stronger memory effect than NiMH.

It is recommended than Lithium batteries are partially, rather than fully, discharged. Frequent full discharging should be avoided if possible; instead, charge the battery more often or use a battery of larger capacity. Full capacity cannot be used until it has been subjected to 10 or more charge cycles, as the first few charging cycles will help to optimize the capacity of battery pack.

PROGRAM FLOW CHART

LITHIUM POLYMER BALANCE CHARGE PROGRAM CONNECTION DIAGRAM

CONNECTING THE CHARGER

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger comes with male 4mm bullet connectors attached to the power INPUT cables. These cables are appropriate for attaching directly to most high quality AC-DC power supply units, such as ProTek R/C Super Pro 20 (13.8V/20A/260W). Also included are large Terminal Clips with matching 4mm female bullet connectors, for attaching directly to 12V car batteries.It is critically important that you use either a fully charged 13.8 car battery or a high quality AC-DC power supply in the range of 12V to15V DC output, with minimum current rating of 20A to insure reliable performance.

4mm Bullet Connectors plugging to power supply directly

Using terminal clip attaching to car battery

CONNECTING THE BATTERY

Important! Before connecting a battery it is absolutely essential to check one last time that you have set the parameters correctly. If the settings are incorrect, the battery may be damaged, and could even burst into flames or explode. To avoid short-circuits between the banana plugs, always connect the charge leads to the charger first, and only then to the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting the pack.

Balance socket:

The balance wire attached to the battery must be connected to the charger with the black wire aligned with the negative marking. Take care to maintain correct polarity! (Wiring diagram: see below.)

INITIAL PARAMETER SETUP [USERS SET UP]

By default this charger will be set to typical user settings when it is connected to DC 11~18V for the first time. The screen displays the following information in sequence and the user can change the parameter on each screen.

If you need to alter the parameter value in the program, press Start/Enter key to make it blink then change the value with INC or DEC key. The value will be stored by pressing Start/Enter key once.

User setup starting screen The screen displays the nominal voltage of Lithium battery.

INC

There are three kinds of Lithium battery: LiFe(3.3V), Lilo(3.6V) or LiPo(3.7V). This is very important so you have to check the battery carefully and set it up correctly. If it is different from correct value the battery may be exploded during charge process.

DEC INC

The EcoPower “Electron 65 AC” Charger recognizes the cell

INCDEC

count of Lithium battery automatically at the beginning of charge or discharge process to avoid from erroneous setting by user. But deeply discharged battery can be perceived incorrectly. To prevent the error, you can set the time term to verify the cell count by the processor. Normally, 10 minutes are enough to perceive the cell count correctly. For the battery of larger capacity, you may extend the time term. But if you set the time term to long for the battery of smaller capacity, the charge or discharge process can be finished within the time term with the erroneous cell count. This may cause the fatal result. If the processor recognizes the cell count incorrectly at the beginning of charge or discharge process, you may extend the time. Otherwise, you had better use with the default value.

INITIAL PARAMETER SETUP [USERS SET UP]

INCDEC

This shows the voltage threshold for automatic charge termination of NiMH and NiCd batteries. The value ranges from 5 to 20mV

DEC

INCDEC

per cell. Setting the trigger voltage higher brings the danger of

INC

overcharging; whereas setting it lower brings a possibility of an incomplete charge. Please refer to the technical specification of the battery. Default settings: NiCd: 12mV / NiMH: 7m

DEC

INC

There is a 3-pin port on the left of the charger used as USB

INCDEC

interface or temperature sensor port. When set as a USB port, you can connect the charger to your PC through the optional USB cable to monitor the charging process through optional software. When temperature is selected, you can attach the

DEC INCDEC INC

optional temperature probe to monitor the battery during charging. The maximum temperature of the battery can be set during the charge process. Once the temperature of battery reaches

INC

DEC

this value the process will be terminated automatically. The battery becomes warm during charge/discharge cycles. The

program will insert a time delay after each cycle to allow the battery

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

enough time to cool down before beginning next cycle. The value

INC

ranges from 1 to 60 minutes. When the charge process starts, the integrated safety timer starts

to run simultaneously. If an error is detected or the charger cannot determine if the battery is fully charged, this unit is programmed to

DEC

INC

DEC

prevent overcharging and will stop automatically. Please refer to

INC

the below statement to calculate the timer the recommended timer value.

Safe Timer Calculation

When charging NiCd or NiMH batteries, divide the capacity by current, then divide the result by 11.9; set this number of minutes as the value for the safety timer. If the charger stopped at this time threshold, about 140% of the capacity will have been fed into the battery.

For example: Capacity Current Safety Time 2000mAh 2.0A (2000/2.0=1000)/11.9=84 minutes 3300mAh 3.0A (3300/3.0=1100)/11.9=92 minutes 1000mAh 1.2A (1000/1.2=833)/11.9=70 minutes

INITIAL PARAMETER SETUP [USERS SET UP]

DEC

INC

The program provides maximum capacity protection. If the Delta-peak voltage cannot be detected or the safety timer times out, the charge process will stop automatically when the battery

DEC

INC

DECDEC

reaches the user-set maximum charge capacity.

INCINC

The beep to confirm users' operation sounds every time a button is pressed. The beep or melody sounds at various times during operation to confirm different mode change. These sounds can be switched on or off.

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

This function monitors the voltage of the input battery used to power this charger. If the voltage is lower than user-set value, the program will end forcibly to protect the input battery.

Lithium (LiPo/Lilo/LiFe) Program

The program is only suitable for charging/discharging lithium-polymer batteries with a nominal voltage of 3.6/3.7/3.3V per cell. Different batteries have different charging techniques. There are two methods termed as constant voltage and constant current. The charge current varies according to battery capacity and specification. The final voltage is very important; it should precisely match the voltage of the battery: Li-ion is

4.1V, LiPo is 3.7V, LiFe is 3.6V per cell. The current and voltage of the battery should be correctly set. When you want to change the values of any parameter, please press START/ENTER key to make it blink and then use DEC or INC to change the value. Then press START/ENTER key again to store the value.

Charging of Lithium battery

The left side of the first line shows the type of battery you choose. The value on the left of the second line of the charger is the setting for charge current. After setting the current and

DEC

Batt type Stop

INC

DEC

Start

Enter

‘>3 seconds’

voltage, press and hold the START/ENTER key for more than

INC

3 seconds to start the process. This displays both the number of cells you set up (“S”), and

the number of cells that the processor detects (“R”). If both numbers are identical you can start charging by press

Start Enter

START/ENTER button. If not, press BATT TYPE/STOP button to go back to the previous screen to carefully check the number of cells of the battery pack before going ahead.

Number of cells

Charging time

Charging current

Battery voltage

Charged capacity

This screen shows the real-time status during the charge process. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key once to stop the charge process.

BALANCE CHARGING OF LITHIUM BATTERY

Charging Lithium battery in the charge mode

This charging mode is for charging Li-Po/Ion/Fe battery with a balance lead.

The left side of the first line shows the type of battery you choose. The value on the left of the second line of the charger is the setting for charge current. After setting the current and

DEC

INC

Batt type Stop

Start Enter

DEC

INC

‘>3 seconds’

voltage, press and hold the START/ENTER key for more than 3 seconds to start the process.

This displays both the number of cells you set up (“S”), and the number of cells that the processor detects (“R”). If both numbers are identical you can start charging by press

Start Enter

START/ENTER button. If not, press BATT TYPE/STOP button to go back to the previous screen to carefully check the number of cells of the battery pack before going ahead.

This screen shows the real-time status during the charge process. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key once to stop the

Number of cells

Charging time

Charging current

Battery voltage

Charged capacity

charge process.

Charging Lithium battery in the balance mode

This function is for balancing the voltage of lithium-polymer battery cells while charging. In balance mode, the battery needs to have a balance lead to connect to the individual port at the right side of the charger in addition to connecting the battery's output plug to the charger’s output.

Charging in this mode is different from the normal modes because the built-in processor monitors voltage of each individual cell and controls input current fed into each cell to normalize the voltage across the pack.

FAST CHARGING OF LITHIUM BATTERY

Fast charging of Lithium Battery

The value on the left side of the second line indicates the charge current. The value on the right side of the second line indicates the battery pack's voltage. After setting the current and voltage, press and hold the START/ENTER key for more

INCINC

than 3 seconds to start the process.

Batt type Stop

Start Enter

DECDEC

‘>3 seconds’

This displays both the number of cells you set up (“S”), and the number of cells that the processor detects (“R”). If both numbers are identical you can start charging by press START/ENTER button. If not, press BATT TYPE/STOP

Start Enter

button to go back to the previous screen to carefully check the number of cells of the battery pack before going ahead.

This screen shows the real-time status during the charge

Current

Number of cells

Charging time

Charge current

Suppiled capacity

process. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key once to stop the

voltage battery

charge process.

Charging Lithium battery in fast charge mode

In any LiPo mode, charging current will be automatically reduced near the end of the charging process. In Fast Charge mode, a specific CV process will be reduced to end the charging process earlier. Fast Charge mode will reduce the charge current to 20% of its original setting, rather than 10% during normal charging mode. Charging capacity will be a little smaller than normal charging, but charging time will be shortened accordingly .

Fast charging of Lithium Battery

In Fast Charge mode you can set up the charging current and voltage of the battery pack. Press START/ENTER key to

DEC

Batt type Stop

INC

DEC

Start Enter

‘>3 seconds’

display voltage confirmation, then press START/ENTER key

INC

again to confirm and begin to charge.

This screen shows the real-time status during the charge

Number of cells

Elapsed time

Supplied

capacity Charge or discharge current

Current voltage battery

process. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key once to stop the charge process.

Storage charging of Lithium battery

This function is for charging or discharging batteries to prepare them for storage. This program is designed to return the cells to their original resting voltage: 3.75V Li-ion,

3.85V LiPo, and 3.3V LiFe. The program will begin to discharge if the original state of the battery exceeds the voltage level of storage.

DISCHARGING OF LITHIUM BATTERY

Discharging of Lithium battery

The value of discharge current on the left cannot exceed 1C, and the value on the right cannot be less than the voltage recommended by the manufacturer to avoid deep discharging. Press START/ENTER for more than 3 seconds to start charging.

DEC

INC

Batt type Stop

DEC

Start Enter

INC

‘>3 seconds’

This shows the status of the discharging process in real time.

Number of cells

elapsed

time discharge current

Battery voltage

Discharged capacity

Press BATT TYPE/STOP key to stop discharging.

The processor detects voltage of one cell is too low.

INC

This screen shows that the 4th cell in a 4-cell pack was damaged. (Note: A value of 0.00 volts may indicate a connection issue. In this instance the final two cells do not exist.

Voltage balancing and monitoring in the discharge process

The EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Chargers internal processor monitors the voltage of each cell during the "storage" and "discharging" processes. To achieve this feature, plug the battery into the charger’s balancing port. If voltage of any cell is abnormal, or if the battery is disconnected, the EcoPower “Electron 65 AC” Charger will show an error message and terminate the program. You can see the error message and may press INC to determine which cell is damaged.

Charging of NiCd/NiMH Battery

This program is for charging and discharging of NiCd/NiMH batteries associated with R/C applications. To change a

DEC

Batt type Stop

INC

Start Enter

DEC

INC

‘>3 secon

specific parameter, press the START/ENTER until its value blinks, then use INC or DEC to change the parameter value. Press START/ENTER key to store the value.

The screen shows the real-time status. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key to end the program. The sound will emitted

Battery type

Elapsed time

Charge current

Battery voltage

Charge capacit

to indicates the end of program.

Charging NiCd/NiMH battery in charge mode

This program charges the battery using the settings configured by the user. You should set the upper limit of the charge current to avoid damage by excessive charging current, Small capacity batteries with low resistance and can lead to higher current in "Auto" charging mode. You may change the charging mode by pressing the BATT TYPE/STOP button to reach the value on the screen, and then pressing INC and DEC at the same time to switch the charging mode.

DISCHARGING OF NICD / NIMH BATTERY

Discharge of NiCd/NiMH battery

Set charge current (0.1-1.0A) on the left and the final voltage (0.1-25.0V) on the right. Press START/ENTER key for more than 3 seconds to start the program.

The screen indicates the state of the discharging cycle. You can press the START/ENTER key to alter discharge current.

DEC

INC

Batt type Stop

DEC

Start Enter

INC

‘>3 seconds’

Press START/ENTER again to store the value. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key to stop discharging. The emitted sound

Battery type

Elapsed time

Battery

voltage Discharge current

Discharged capacity

alerts the end of the discharging process.

Charge/Discharge and Discharge/Charge cycle of NiCd/NiMH battery

You can determine the order of the sequence on the left and the number of cycles (up to 5) on the right. This function allows you to balance, refresh and break-in the battery. The user can also select and configure a delay between cycles to allow the battery time to cool.

DEC

INC

Batt type Stop

DEC

Start

‘>3 seconds’

Enter

INC

Press BATT TYPE/STOP key to stop program. You can also press START/ENTER key to alter charge current. A sound

Battery type

Elapsed time

Discharge or charge current

voltage

Discharged or charge capacity

indicates the end of program.

Battery

When the cycling process approaches its end, you can see the capacity of the battery being charged or discharged. You can press INC or DEC key to display result of each cycle.

CHARGING OF THE PB BATTERY

Charging of the Pb battery

Set the charge current (0.1A-5.0A) on the left and nominal voltage on the right. The voltage should match that of the battery being charged. Press START/ENTER key for more than 3 seconds to start charging.

The screen displays the status of the discharge process in

DEC

INC

Batt type Stop

DEC

Start

Enter

INC

‘>3 seconds’

real time. Press START/ENTER key to alter discharge current. Press START/ENTER key again to store the parameter

Battery type

Elapsed time

Charge current

Battery voltage

Charged capacity

value. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key to end the program.

Charging Pb (lead-acid) battery in the charge mode

This program is only suitable for charging Pb (lead-acid) batteries with a nominal voltage from 2 to 20V. A Pb (lead-acid) battery is completely different from NiCd/NiMh batteries. These batteries can only deliver current lower in comparison to their capacity; the same restriction applies to the charging process. Consequently, the optimum charge current can only be 10% of the capacity. Pb batteries cannot be fast charged. Please follow the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer when charging Pb batteries.

You can press START/ENTER key to make the battery type and charge current blink, and alter the value of parameters using INC or DEC key. Press START/ENTER key to store the value.

Discharging of the Pb Battery

Set the charge current (0.1A-5.0A) on the left and nominal voltage on the right. The voltage should match that of the battery being charged. Press START/ENTER key for more

DEC

INC

Batt type Stop

DEC

Start Enter

INC

‘>3 seconds’

than 3 seconds to start discharging.

The screen displays the status of the discharge process in real time. Press START/ENTER key to alter discharge current.

Battery type

Elapsed time

Discharge current

Battery voltage

Discharged capacity

Press START/ENTER key again to store the parameter value. Press BATT TYPE/STOP key to end the program.

STORAGE DATA PROGRAM

Storage data program

For your convenience, the EcoPower “Electron 65 Quad” Charger has a data storage and load program and can store up to five different charging profiles. You can call back the data when charging or discharging without setting up the program again.

Press BATT TYPE/STOP key until the Program Select

Start Enter

Save Data screen appears.The example is NiMH battery pack, including 12 cells, the capacity is 3000m Ah.

Voltage

Data number

Batt type stop

Capacity

Start Enter

Type of battery

‘>3seconds’

Press BATT TYPE/STOP to highlight a value, and then press INC or DEC to change it. Press INC and DEC key simultaneously to make the current field blink to switch the charge mode.

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

Set up the discharge current and the nominal voltage of the

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

DEC

INC

battery to be discharged.

Set up the charge/ discharge sequence and cycle number.

DEC

INC

Start Enter

DEC

INC

‘>3seconds’

Saving the data

Load data program

This program is to load the data stored at the 'save data' program. Press START/ENTER key to make the data field blink and press INC or DEC for more than 3 seconds to load the data.

Press BATT TYPE/STOP key until the Program Select Save Data screen appears.

Start Enter

Choose the charge profile you want to call back. The data you want to call back will be displayed.

Start

‘>3seconds’

Enter

Loading the data.

VARIOUS INFORMATION IN THE PROGRAM

Displaying information

The EcoPower “Electron 65 AC” Charger can display information on the LCD screen during the charging and discharging processes. Press DEC key to display the user's settings. Press INC key to monitor voltage of each cell while the battery is connected to the balance port of the charger.

Final voltage configured for active charging profile.

DEC

Maximum capacity configured for active charging profile.

DEC

Safety timer configured for active charging profile

DEC

Displayed temperature cut-off function is turn on.

DEC

The external temperature is displayed when the temperature probe isused.

DEC

Input voltage displayed in real time.

DEC

When plugged into the charger’s balancing port, the voltage of each specific cell can be viewed in real time

WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGE

Warning and error message

The EcoPower “Electron 65 AC” Charger incorporates a variety of functions for the systems to verify processes and the state of the electronics. In case of an error the screen will display the cause of error and emit an audible sound.

Incorrect polarity. Please check the polarity of the battery connectors.

Battery connection is interrupted. Please ensure the battery is connected properly.

Output terminals have short-circuited. Prevent the battery connectors from touching.

Incorrect charge voltage set for a Lithium-based pack. Please check the voltage of the battery pack.

The voltage of the battery pack has been selected incorrectly. Please check the voltage of the battery pack.

The charger has malfunctioned. Discontinue use immediately and contact EcoPower.

The battery’s voltage is lower than the value set in the charger. Please check the number of cells in the battery pack.

The battery’s voltage is higher than the value set in the charger. Please check the number of cells in the battery pack.

Voltage of one cell in the battery pack is too low. Please check the voltage of each cell.

Voltage of one cell in the battery pack is too high, Please check the voltage of each cell.

Balance port is connected incorrectly; please check the connector and cable.

The charger has malfunctioned. Discontinue use immediately and contact EcoPower.

SPECIFICATION

(stated values refer to one charger sxcept dimension and weight)

Operating Voltage Range Power Source

Charge Power

Discharger Power Cell Count

Current Drain for Balancing Lithium Charge Termination NiCd/NiMH Lead-Acid and Lithium Dimensions Net Weight

DC 11 - 15 Volt 12V DC (car battery)/AC mains PSU(>200Watts)

50 Watts, current is regulated accordingly e.g. 11.1V battery, charge current approx. 4.5A e.g. 22.2V battery, charge current approx. 2.2A 5 Watts, current is regulated accordingly 1-15 NiCd/NiMH cells 1-6 LiPo/LiIon/LiFe cells 1-10 Lead-Acid cells (2V-20V) 300mA

Automatic, negative Delta Peak method Automatic, voltage-dependent, CC-CV process 280x170x50mm 1250g

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