Thunder TDR02010 Installation Instructions Manual

CONGRATULATIONS ON
THE PURCHASE OF YOUR THUNDER
DC TO DC BATTERY CHARGER!

For your personal safety read, understand and follow the information
provided in this instruction manual & on the battery charger.

This specialty 12V Battery charger is a sophisticated multi stage
charger, utilising fully automatic computerised control, designed to
charge most 12 Volt Gel, Lead Acid and Calcium batteries.

It is recommended that this unit be installed by a qualified
tradesman.

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Heavy duty aluminium case.

• Microchip monitoring and control.

• Fully automatic high frequency multi stage charging.

• Pulse mode technology that reduces oxidation, and minimises temperature
equating to longer battery life.

• Unit will automatically change charge rate mapping for GEL, AGM
and standard Lead Acid.

• Internal charger temperature monitoring and power output control.

• Easy to read LED indicators showing state of charge.

• Over charging, short circuit and over temperature protection.

• Reverse polarity protection.

• Solar input MPPT regulated output (25V, 300W max).

Features & Benefits

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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

FOR AUTOMOTIVE 12 VOLT USE ONLY, NOT TO BE USED WITH DRY CELL BATTERIES.

To avoid any personal injury, please read the following safety instructions. This battery charger is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.

1. During the charging process, do not use a naked flame near a battery.
Batteries generate explosive gasses during the charging process that
may explode.

2. Never smoke or light cigarettes near a battery.

3. Do not place tools on top of a battery or allow tools to fall on the battery

to prevent the chance of a short circuit and sparks.

4. Always wear eye protection when charging a battery.

5. Ensure charging and testing is conducted in a well ventilated area.

6. Ensure the chargers ventilation holes are not obstructed. Inadequate

ventilation may over-heat the charger and cause in-efficient operation.

7. This battery charger is not intended for outdoor operation.
Do not expose it to moisture or extreme weather conditions.

8. If skin or clothing comes in contact with battery acid, flush the affected
area immediately with water. Seek medical attention if necessary.

NOTE:
The warnings, cautions and instructions detailed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.

Common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product and must be supplied by the operator.

Important Safety Warnings

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