INTELLI-CHARGE LITHIUM
5 STAGE SWITCHMODE
BATTERY CHARGER
P/No.s IC2500L, IC5000L
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this manual thoroughly before use and store in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
• Explosive gases may escape from the battery during charging. Prevent flames and
sparks. Provide adequate ventilation.
• Before charging, read the instructions.
• For indoor use. Do not expose to rain.
• For charing Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries ONLY (for the size and voltage specified in
the specifications table).
• Disconnect the 240V mains supply before making or breaking the connections
to the battery.
• The battery charger must be plugged into an earthed socket-outlet.
• Connection to supply mains is to be in accordance with National wiring rules.
• Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Never charge a frozen battery.
• If the AC cord is damaged do not attempt to use. It must be replaced or repaired by
a qualified person.
• Corrosive substances may escape from the battery during charging and damage delicate
surfaces. Store and charge in a suitable area.
• Ensure all vehicle accessories including lights, heaters, appliances etc are turned off
prior to charging.
• This charger is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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5 STAGE AUTOMATIC CHARGING
This is a fully automatic battery charger with 5 charge stages.
Automatic charging protects your battery from being overcharged so you can leave the
charger connected to the battery indefinitely.
5 stage charging is a very comprehensive and accurate charging technique that gives
your battery longer life and better performance compared to using traditional chargers.
The 5 charge stages are:
Soft Start 1, Soft Start 2, Bulk, Absorption and Float.
SOFT START 1
This is a preliminary charge that is for heavily discharged batteries where the voltage is
between 1-8 Volts. Charge is limited to 5% of set current.
SOFT START 2
This is a preliminary charge that is for discharged batteries where the voltage is between
8-10 Volts. Charge is limited to 25% of set current.
BULK (CONSTANT CURRENT)
The Bulk stage reduces charging time by charging the battery at the maximum
rate (constant current) to a set voltage, at which point the battery is approximately
80% charged.
ABSORPTION (CONSTANT VOLTAGE)
The absorption stage charges the battery to 100% by adjusting the charge rate allowing
the battery to absorb more power.
VOLTAGE
CURRENT
(AMPS)
STAGE
1 2 4 53
SOFT START 1
Increases battery
life by gently
starting to charge
the battery
5% of bulk
SOFT START 2
Increases battery
life by gently
starting to charge
the battery 25%
of bulk
BULK CHARGE
Reduces charging
time by delivering
maximum charge
to set voltage
ABSORPTION
Ensures a full
charge to the
battery without
overcharging
FLO AT
Float charge
maintains the
battery at 100%
charge
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FLOAT
The Float stage maintains the battery at 100% charge without overcharging or
damaging the battery. This means the charger can be left connected to the battery
indefinitely.
POWER SUPPLY (CONSTANT VOLTAGE OF 13.8 VOLTS)
This sets the charger in power supply mode giving a constant voltage of 13.8VDC.
This mode is best used where appliances are drawing power from the battery, for
example a Fridge.
FEATURES
ADJUSTABLE CHARGE RATE
The charger’s output can be adjusted to suit the size of the battery for optimum
charging.
REMOTE CONTROL DISPLAY
Control and monitor the charger’s performance from a remote control display, allowing
the charger to be flush or surface mounted out of the way and out of sight. The battery
charger and remote are synchronised for operation either locally or by remote.
TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION
Decreases the charge voltage whilst charging during warmer weather and decreases the
charger current when the battery temperature is below 0 deg C, to protect the battery
and extend it’s life.
SWITCHMODE TECHNOLOGY
LCD SCREEN & LED INDICATORS
POLARITY PROTECTION
OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION
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12V 25A 5-Stage
POWER ON
BULK CHARGE
ABSORPTION
FULLY CHARGED
VOLTS/AMPS CHARGE RATE CHARGE PWR SUPPLY
ON
OFF
3.5mm
mounting hole
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
MOUNTING BATTERY CHARGER
Intelli-Charge chargers are designed for indoor, out of weather use only. Ensure
that both charger and battery are in a well-ventilated space during charging.
The battery charger end plates include a mounting flange for easy mounting.
If permanently fixed the charger should be mounted to a suitable horizontal
or vertical panel, with at least 10cm clearance from the end plates to provide
adequate ventilation for the cooling fan.
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MOUNTING REMOTE CONTROL
FLUSH MOUNT
• Cut a 93mm x 70mm hole into the desired mounting surface to suit the supplied
mounting plate.
• Position the mounting plate into the hole with the side labelled ‘FLUSH MOUNT’
facing outwards and screw the supplied screws into the mounting surface as per
the below illustration.
• Clip the remote control into the mounting bracket.
SURFACE MOUNT
• Position the supplied mounting plate onto the desired mounting surface so the side
labelled ‘SURFACE MOUNT’ is facing outwards and screw the supplied screws into
the mounting surface as per the below illustration.
• Drill a 15mm cable exit hole into the mounting surface, ensure cable exit hole is
positioned directly in the middle of the mounting plate.
• Position the remote control into the remote control surround as per the below
illustration and clip into the mounting bracket.
BULK
CHARGE
POWER ON
FULLY
CHARGED
PWR SUPPLY
CHARGE RATE
CHARGE
VOLT/AMPS
ABSORB
FL U S H MO U N T
FL USH M OU NT
INTELLI-CHARGE
BULK
CHARGE
POWER ON
FULLY
CHARGED
PWR SUPPLY
CHARGE RATE
CHARGE
VOLT/AMPS
ABSORB
FL U S H MO U N T
FL US H M OU NT
SU RFA CE MO UN T
INTELLI-CHARGE
BULK
CHARGE
POWER ON
FULLY
CHARGED
PWR SUPPLY
CHARGE RATE
CHARGE
VOLT/AMPS
ABSORB
INTELLI-CHARGE
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