Battery Percent And Charge Time - Thorsen 19-014 Manual Del Usuario

• AGM – The Absorbed Glass Matt construction allows the electrolyte to be
suspended in close proximity with the plate's active material. In theory, this
enhances both the discharge and recharge effi ciency. Actually, the AGM batteries
are a variant of Sealed VRLA (valve regulated lead acid) batteries. Popular
uses include high performance engine starting, power sports, deep cycle, solar
and storage battery.
• GEL – The Gel Cell is similar to the AGM style because the electrolyte is suspended,
but different because technically the AGM battery is still considered to be a wet cell.
The electrolyte in a GEL cell has a silica additive that causes it to set up or stiffen.
The recharge voltages on this type of cell are lower than the other styles of lead
acid battery. This is probably the most sensitive cell in terms of adverse reactions to
over-voltage charging. Gel Batteries are best used in VERY DEEP cycle application
and may last a bit longer in hot weather applications. If the incorrect battery charger
is used on a Gel Cell battery, poor performance and premature failure is certain.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
• Connect the battery and AC power following the precautions listed on page 6.
• Select the appropriate battery type and charge rate for your battery.
CHARGING
If the charger does not detect a properly connected battery, the CONNECTED
(red) LED will not light until such a battery is detected. Charging will not begin while
the CONNECTED (red) LED is not on. When charging begins, the CHARGING (yellow)
LED will be lit.

BATTERY PERCENT AND CHARGE TIME

This charger adjusts the charging time in order to charge the battery completely,
effi ciently and safely. The microprocessor automatically performs the necessary
functions. This section includes guidelines that can be used to estimate charging
times. The duration of the charging process depends on three factors:
• State – If a battery has only been slightly discharged, it can be charged in less
than a few hours. The same battery could take up to 10 hours if very weak.
• Battery Rating – A higher rated battery will take longer to charge than a lower rated
battery under the same conditions. A battery is rated in ampere hours (AH), reserve
capacity (RC) and cold cranking amps (CCA). The lower the rating, the quicker the
battery will charge.
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