Selecting a Charging Profile & Understand Battery Types

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Selecting a Charging Profile & Understanding Battery Types

Your Battery Charger is equipped with a user programmable battery type selector that is factory set for Flooded (Lead- acid) / AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries.

To program your ProSport On-Board Marine Battery Charger for GEL (Gelled Electrolyte Lead-acid) batteries simply remove the black programming cap and replace it with the gray programming cap that is marked GEL. Any time you re-program or change the cap, apply marine silicone to the threads of the cap being installed.

Note: It is the color and internal design of the cap that determines the charge profile, not the alignment of the debossed letters for the battery type on the cap.

Understanding Battery Types

There are three primary types of batteries in the marketplace today; Flooded (Lead- acid), AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) and GEL cell (Gelled Electrolyte Lead-acid). Traditionally,

the most common type of batteries used are Flooded (Lead-acid) batteries.

Almost all GEL cell batteries will state that they are GEL cell on the battery case or labels. Shown below are typical battery voltages at absorption and float levels.

Battery Type

Charging Profile

Flooded (Lead-acid) - with or without fill caps

14.6

VDC Absorption, 13.4 VDC Float

AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) - Sealed

 

 

GEL Cell - Sealed

14.1

VDC Absorption, 13.8 VDC Float

NOTE:AGM(AbsorbedGlassMat)batteriesarenotGEL(GelledElectrolyteLead-acid)batteries and require a completely different charge profile that must be selected versus the out of the box factory setting. AGM batteries can accept the same charging profile as Flooded (Lead-acid) batteries.

***If you are still unsure what kind of battery(s) you have, we recommend that you contact the manufacturer of the battery(s).

Installation

All ProSport Battery Chargers are designed to be permanently mounted on-board, and should be mounted with extruded fins placed horizontally.

Always mount your ProSport in a compartment area that can be properly ventilated during use.

Do NOT mix battery types on-board. All batteries should be of the same age and in good operating condition.

Do NOT make any electrical connections to the ProSport or batteries until the following steps are completed:

11 Easy to follow installation steps:

1. Select a mounting location that allows for free air ventilation with a minimum of 8 inches of clear unobstructed space around and in front of the ProSport On-Board Marine Battery Charger. Open all battery and engine compartments and ventilate for at least 15 minutes before starting the installation of the ProSport Charger.

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Installation (Continued)

2. Confirm the selected mounting location allows for a minimum of 8 inches of free space around front and sides of the ProSport charger. Do not install charger on carpeted , upholstered, vinyl, or varnished areas. Be sure to place the ProSport in an accessible area where all indicators are viewable. Confirm all battery cables can reach each of the batteries.

Note: For installations requiring an extension of the DC Battery Charger Cables, please call or visit your retailer or dealer to purchase ProMariner’s 5 foot or 15 foot battery charger DC cable extenders. Our innovative cable extenders are properly fused and do not require any cutting or stripping of wires. If you have any problems locating this accessory call ProMariner at 1-800-824-0524.

3. Using the ProSport as a template, mark the position of each mounting hole.

4. Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill pilot holes in the (4) marked locations as described in step 3. Apply a silicon sealer in each of the mounting locations to waterproof the screw holes.

5. Position the ProSport over the mounting holes and secure with a power screwdriver by installing 4 stainless steel screws. (mounting screws not included)

1/8" pilot hole with silicon sealer

IMPORTANT NOTICE Confirm the surface you will be mounting the charger to is adequate in strength and thickness to hold the ProSport in place with the mounting screws you have selected.

Maintain an obstruction free area of 8 inches around the ProSport On-Board Marine Battery Charger

6. Prepare each battery in advance by cleaning each terminal post with a wire brush until a shiny surface is obtained.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

As you prepare to attach the positive (red) and negative (yellow) charger output leads to the batteries there will be brief low power spark that is generated as you make the connection. This is due to the high frequency capacitors taking a charge. Make sure the (yellow) wires are connected as illustrated to the negative side of the battery and the red wires are connected to the positive side of the battery, as illustrated on pages 10 and 11.

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18868 specifications

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