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OptiMate
PRO4-S The OptiMate PRO 4 is an automatic 6-stage charger incorporating diagnostic checks & an automatic special recovery mode for deep-discharged (sulphated) batteries. Four different 12 Volt batteries can be simultaneously and independently perfectly charged and assessed by way of 3 selectable programmes :- (1) STD for motorcycle batteries with filler caps as well as automobile batteries whether sealed or with filler caps. (2) MF for sealed MF motorcycle batteries whether dry-charged AGM or “wet”, factory-filled AGM, of the types made by Yuasa & GS Battery & their after-market equivalents, and by East Penn (Harley-D). (3)
DC for
starter batteries with gel electrolyte (e.g. from Exide, Panasonic,
Fiamm), Hawker’s Odyssey & Genesis, & deep cycle batteries
used for standby or motive power (trolling motors, golf trollies etc).
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The 3 selectable programs ensure the optimal charging algorithm according
to manufacturer’s specifications, making it suitable for all of today’s
many different types of power sports vehicle battery, from scooters to heavy
motorcycles, ATVs / Quads, personal water craft, snowmobiles as well as batteries
typically used for electric trolling motors, golf trolleys and battery-powered
industrial machinery.
The PRO4-S (S=Select) allows current selection of 1,2A or 3A or 5A for the bulk constant current stage on two charging stations & 1,2A or 3A on the other two charging stations. This versatility allows a fast commissioning charge (using the essential specifically correct algorithm) for all 12V lead-acid batteries from 2Ah and larger, which makes this model a powersports workshop favourite.
Two built-in cooling fans keep the device cool, thereby also avoiding unwanted influence on the built-in thermal ambient sensor. The fans also help avoiding the condensation of acidic vapours within the device.
Charging
operation
| 1) Following current and charging algorithm selection the battery can be connected to the selected charging circuit. The circuit automatically determines the state of the battery and selects or bypasses the special recovery stage. |
| 2) Recovery of deep-discharged (sulphated) batteries using high voltage (22V max) & current of up to 200 mA (1,2A & 3A charge current selections) or up to 330 mA (5A current selection). This period is limited to 4 hours. |
| 3) At some stage within 4 hours (if recovery is successful), or immediately for batteries not requiring desulphation, the circuit delivers the selected constant current until the battery voltage, monitored by a dedicated sensing cable independent of the current-carrying cable, has risen to 14,4V (STD), or 14,7V (DC selection) or, on MF selection, to a voltage determined by the individual battery parameters, between +/-15 & 16,9V. |
| 4) The absorption stage follows, the voltage being held at 14,4V (STD & MF) or 14,7V (DC) until the current drawn by the battery has fallen to 300mA (1,2A & 3A charge current selections) or 500mA (5A current selection), at which stage the battery will be close to full charge. The duration of the absorption stage is limited by an automatic timer to 6 ½ hours. |
| 5) Delivery of current is arrested for about 30 minutes to allow the circuit to check for self-discharge tendencies symptomatic of an internal short in one or more battery cells. Should the battery voltage during this period indicate an inability to retain a workable percentage of full power, the red LED (weak battery) will indicate on the control panel for that charging station. If the battery seems to retain adequate voltage, the green LED (O.K. battery) will indicate. The threshold voltage levels for each mode selection are 12,2V (for STD & DC) and 12,6V (for MF). |
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| Warranty: 2 years from date of sale to user, damaged or deteriorated connection components and / or user malfeasance excluded. |