battery percent and charge time
This charger adjusts the charging time in order to charge the battery completely, ef- ficiently and safely.
This battery charger has a rated output of 2 and 4 ampere. This output will vary with the age and condition of the battery being charged. If battery has only been slightly discharged, it can be charged in less than a few hours. The same battery will take longer to charge if it is very weak.
charging times
| Battery Condition | |
2 Amp, 12 Volt Battery | 50% Discharged | 100% Discharged |
Ampere Hour Battery Capacity | Approximate Average Charge Time In Hours | |
10 | 3.2 | 6.2 |
12 | 4.0 | 7.5 |
20 | 6.4 | 12.4 |
| Battery Condition | |
4 Amp, 6 Volt Battery | 50% Discharged | 100% Discharged |
Ampere Hour Battery Capacity | Approximate Average Charge Time In Hours | |
10 | 1.6 | 3.2 |
12 | 2.0 | 4.0 |
20 | 3.2 | 6.4 |
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years.
1.Clean the clamps each time you are finished charging. Avoid skin contact with bat- tery acid. See “Personal Safety Precautions”, page 4.
2.Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the charger. This will help pre- vent accidental damage to the cords and charger. Avoid skin contact with battery acid. See “Personal Safety Precautions”, page 4.
3.Occasional cleaning of the case of the charger with a soft cloth will keep the finish shiny and help prevent corrosion.
4.Store the battery charger in a clean and dry location.