Great Planes Triton2 EQ Charger - GPMM3156 - Manual (Page 10)

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7. When all cycling is fi nished, “END” will show on-screen. To see measurements taken during cycling, see the DATA
VIEW screens (see page 16).
Notes for cycling NiCd and NiMH batteries:
•
Periodic cycling of NiCd batteries (once every month or two) can be benefi cial in keeping them in good operating condition. Excessive cycling
(more than once monthly) will unnecessarily shorten the lifespan of the battery.
• A short time delay can be set to occur between the charge/discharge functions to allow the battery to cool. This cycle time delay can be adjusted
from 1-60 minutes in the Setup Menu (see page 15).
• During cycle mode, the discharge cutoff voltage for NiCd and NiMH batteries is FIXED (not adjustable) at 0.9V per cell.
• See the notes sections for NiCd/NiMH charge and NiCd/NiMH discharge for detailed information regarding charges and discharges.
• Cell manufacturers note three main benefi ts of cycling NiCd and NiMH batteries:
1. Battery maintenance: NiCd batteries benefi t the most from regular cycling to help keep them in good operating condition, and is
recommended once monthly. NiMH batteries do not require as much cycling.
2. Determining battery condition: NiCd and NiMH batteries are rated by how much charge energy or “capacity” they can store compared to
their rated capacity. A battery that can supply only a small fraction of its rated capacity is likely reaching the end of its useful life and may
need to be replaced.
3. Breaking-in batteries: new NiCd and NiMH batteries may need to be broken-in before they will perform to their specifi cations. Older
batteries which have been unused for an extended length of time may require to be broken-in again to regain their usefulness. Repeated
cycling is the best way to revive such batteries.
IMPORTANT CARE AND HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM-POLYMER BATTERIES
WARNING!! NEVER ATTEMPT TO CARE FOR LITHIUM-POLYMER (LiPo) OR LITHIUM-ION (Li-Ion)
CELLS IN THE SAME WAY AS OTHER BATTERY TYPES! LiPo and Li-Ion cells are much more sensitive
and volatile than NiCd, NiMH or lead-acid batteries. Misuse and overcharge can quickly result in LiPo/Ion
cells getting hot and/or swelling, which could lead to VIOLENT EXPLOSION AND/OR FIRE and serious
personal injury and property damage.
• NEVER leave the room while charging or discharging lithium batteries!
•
NEVER place lithium batteries on fl ammable surfaces during charge, such as wooden or plastic workbenches, paper,
carpet, cluttered areas, etc.
• NEVER attempt to use the NiCd, NiMH, or Pb functions with lithium batteries.
•
NEVER continue to charge or use LiPo/Ion cells if they start to swell, become overly warm to the touch, or if they do
not charge within the specifi ed charging time. Failure to follow this guideline could cause the battery to become hot,
and explode or ignite!!
• NEVER discharge Li-Ion cells lower than 2.5V per cell.
• ALWAYS have a “class D” fi re extinguisher available when handling LiPo batteries.
• LiPo/Ion cells hold charge very well, and should not be trickle charged or cycled.
• LiPo/Ion cells should be charged about once per year at a minimum to prevent over-discharge.
• LiPo/Ion batteries should be stored with about 30%-50% of capacity.
• If LiPo/Ion cells leak fl uid, rinse the affected area well with water and seek immediate medical care.
Cycle Count Discharging
Discharge
Capacity
D>C 01 00760
8.14V 0.5A 091m
Discharge
Current
Minutes
on Discharge
Output
Voltage
Cycle Count
Charge
Capacity
CHARGE PORTION OF CYCLE DISCHARGE PORTION OF CYCLE
Charging
C>D 01 00760
8.14V 0.5A 091m
Charge
Current
Minutes
on Charge
Output
Voltage