VDC Electronics BatteryMINDer Quick Start Instructions
BatteryMINDer™
6 Volt Battery Charger/Maintainer/Conditioner
with PulseMode™Circuit and AUTOFLOAT CONTROL™
Quick-Start Instructions for BatteryMINDer
Use ONLY after reading full Safety Instructions located inside.
1. Plug battery clip assembly (supplied) into
mating plug at end of
BM
output cord OR
attach Ring Terminal Assembly (supplied)
to your battery’s terminals (Red + Blue -)
2. Attach battery clips to posts or terminal
clamps of battery (Red + Black -) (Green
indicator will light when proper connection
is made)
BM
3. Plug
into AC electrical outlet.
(Red indicator lites up)
IMPORTANT !
Read these special instructions before attempting to desulphate your battery.
HOW TO QUALIFY YOUR BATTERY
You have purchased the number #1 rated “Computer Chip” charger / maintainer / conditioner with both Auto-Float Control™and the
newest technological innovation Pulse Mode™ Circuitr y.Although
designed primarily for use with flooded electrolyte -maintenance
type lead acid batteries, including marine deep cycle, it can be
used effectively with ALL maintenance-free types as well. Please
carefully follow these special instructions and the standard safety
and operating instructions for both maximum safety and complete
performance satisfaction.
Note: If your battery does not have a “resting”* voltage of 5.25
volts MINIMUM it cannot be charged or de-sulphated. (*Resting
voltage = Voltage in a battery that has not been charged or
discharged within 8 hours MINIMUM).
It is extremely important that you determine the state of your battery’s “Health”before attempting to re-charge and re-condition your
battery.If any of your cells are shorted ( no reading on the hydrometer tester) or the difference in charge lev el is greater than 0.50 SG
between any 2 cells (= 2 ball difference using the hydrometer
tester supplied ), your battery cannot be properly re-charged / reconditioned. Discard the battery in an appropr iate, lawful manner.
Do not attempt to connect or charge ANY battery with the
BatteryMINDer
your battery in accordance with the following:Your battery must not
be charged or dis-charged for a minimum of 10 hrs.Testing a battery which has not been at “rest” for 10 hrs. min. will result in inaccurate readings.
Charger / Maintainer / Conditioner before testing
4. Allow 72 hours MAXIMUM (1 - 4 batteries)
for Green indicator to blink (If Green
indicator does not blink within 72 hours
Press de-sulphation button)
(blinking = full charge with battery in
maintenance + desulphation mode)
(blinking will continue indefinitely, until
disconnected from battery)
Note: RED indicator will remain lit when plugged into
live ac electrical outlet. It
outlet is switched off or BMhas failed
Maintenance / Maintenance Free lead acid batteries
(with filler caps or manifold type covers)
CAREFULLY remove all 3 caps or both manifold type covers from
your battery. Carefully check water / electrolyte level.If level is now
or has ever been below top of plates, severe lead plate
“Sulphation” has taken place. Significant re-charge / re-conditioning time (weeks to months) will be needed to re- store those plates
to a condition were they can be expected to function normally.
Refill each cell with Distilled Water Only to a level of 1/4” minimum
over the top of the cell’s plates. Recharge the battery using
BatteryMINDer
before determining its condition. If
within 72 hours, your battery may be to far gone to be re-conditioned. However, to be sure press the de-sulphation button to set
the unit in the PulseMode. Allow battery to remain in this mode for
a minimum of 72 hrs. before testing for “dead cells”, using the
special Hot / Cold calibrated Hydrometer Tester supplied. Here is
what to do:
NOTE: Read Tester Instructions carefully for best most accurate
readings.
Fill the Tester to a level sufficient to “float”all of the “balls”.Note the
number of balls which float in each of the 3 cells.If no balls float in
a cell, you can consider the cell to be “shorted”. Your battery is
beyond the point of being properly re-charged or re-conditioned.
Dispose of battery.If each cell “floats” 2 or more balls your batter y
can be re-conditioned. Simply leave
your battery at all times it is not in actual use, year-round. Your
unit’s special high frequency-current pulses will continue to bombard the crystallized sulfuric acid, which has become deposited on
your battery’s cell plates.
to ensure it is slowly and completely charged
should never go out,
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fails to “blink”
connected to
unless
NOTE:You cannot over de-sulphate your battery.
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Sealed, Maintenance Free, Gelled type lead acid batteries
If you cannot gain access to the interior of your battery due to its
being sealed, you can still re-charge / re-condition your battery, but
cannot test it properly before doing so. As a result you may be trying to “save” a batter y that has gone beyond
any other device’s ability to bring it back. Before testing your battery
you must let it “rest” for a minimum of 10 hrs. after fully charging it
with your
a minimum of 10 hrs.
Charge your battery with your
REQUIRED SAFETY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS provided
herein. If Green LED does not “blink” within the 72 hrs. maximum
time period required, disconnect it and allow the battery to “rest” for
a minimum of 10 hrs. Using a digital voltmeter and waiting the
required 8 hrs. Minimum, check the “resting” (no load ) voltage of
your battery. If it does not show a reading of at least 6.2 volts your
battery is probably at or near the end of its useful life and beyond
the point of being successfully re-charged or re-conditioned. If it
reads 6.3 volts or higher, your battery is “healthy” enough to be a
candidate for re-conditioning.
Note: Green LED will continue blinking indefinitely until disconnected from battery.
Note: If your battery does not have a “resting”* voltage of 6.25
volts MINIMUM it cannot be properly charged or de-sulphated.
Replace Battery
( *Resting voltage = Voltage in a battery that has not been charged
or discharged within 10 hours MINIMUM)
After carefully reading ALL instructions, (both these and the standard operating and safety instructions), you have any questions or
concerns, call Toll Free number 1-800 379-5579 and leave us a
complete message explaining your problem or questions and the
best time to reach you.
Thank you for purchasing our product and returning the warranty
card enclosed.
(without filler caps or manifold type covers)
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, i.e. do not use or charge the battery for
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after reading
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NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION.FOR THIS REASON, IT IS
OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE
USING YOUR CHARGER,YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions
and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you plan to use in the vicinity of the
battery. Review cautionary markings on the products and the
engine.
8. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS when working with/near a
lead acid battery.
a. Someone should be in range of your voice or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead
acid battery.
b. Have fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contact skin, clothing, or eyes.
c. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection.
Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
d. If battery acid does contact skin or clothing,wash
immediately with soap and water. If acid entered the
eye, immediately flood the eye with running water for at
least 10 minutes and get help immediately.
e. NEVER smoke or allow a spark of flame near battery or
engine.
f. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal
tool or auto part onto battery. It might spark or short
circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause an
explosion.
g. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with a lead acid
battery.A lead acid battery can produce a short circuit
current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
h. Charger is designed to be used for recharging lead
acid batteries
Never use it to power a low voltage electrical system, or for
attempting to recharge dry cell batteries that are commonly
used in house holds. These batteries may explode and cause
injury to persons and damage property
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) REQUIRED SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. It is designed to
operate ONLY INDOORS
2. USE of any attachment not specifically recommended by the
battery charger manufacturer for use with this exact model
of charger may result in risk of fire and electric shock or
injury to person.
3. An extension cord should not be used, unless absolutely
necessary.Use of an improper extension cord could result
in fire or electric shock. If extension cord must be used be
sure: a. Pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number,size, & shape of plug on charger
b. Extension cord is properly wired and in good
condition.
c. Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of
charge as specified below: Length of cord, feet
(meters) 25(7.6) 60(15.2) 100(30.5) 150(45.6)
AWG Size 18
4. Do not use charger if it received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or damaged in any way.
5. Charger contains no serviceable parts. If it fails for any
reason, return to the address shown within for a free
replacement under warranty.
6.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
7. WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.WHENEVER YOU
WORK NEAR A LEAD ACID BATTERY IT IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NEVER CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY OR
ONE AT A TEMPERATURE ABOVE 123° F.
PREP ARING TO CHARGE
a. If necessary to remove battery from equipment to charge,
always remove ground terminal first.Turn off all
accessories in the vehicle, so as not to cause an arc.
b.Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery
is being charged. Gas vapors can be forcefully blown away
by using a piece of non-metallic material as a fan.
c. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from
contacting eyes.
d.Add distilled water to each cell until battery acid reaches
level specified by the manufacturer.This helps Purge
excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery
with out cell caps, follow manufacturer’s recharging
instructions.
e. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific instructions such
as removing cell caps while charging and recommended
charge rates.
f. Determine voltage of battery by referring to equipment
owner’s manual and make sure that charger output voltage
is correct.
CHARGER LOCATION
a. Make sure charger is as far away from battery as output cables
permit.
b. Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases
from battery will corrode and damage charger.
c. Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
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