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1. Recommended: Disconnect AC power supply before making or breaking DC / battery connections.
2. Before connection, inspect the battery:
a. If the battery is deeply discharged (and possibly sulphated), remove from the vehicle and
inspect the battery before connecting the charger for a recovery attempt. Visually check the battery
for mechanical defects such as a bulging or cracked casing, or signs of electrolyte leakage. If the
battery has filler caps and the plates within the cells can be seen from the outside, examine the
battery carefully to try to determine if any cells seem different to the others (for example, with white
matter between the plates, plates touching). If mechanical defects are apparent do not attempt to
charge the battery, have the battery professionally assessed.
b. If the battery is new, before connecting the charger read the battery manufacturer's safety and
operational instructions carefully. If applicable, carefully and exactly follow acid filling instructions.
3. Making the connection to the battery:
a. If charging a battery in the vehicle with the battery clips, before making connections, first
check that the battery clips can be safely and securely positioned clear from surrounding wiring,
metal tubing or the chassis. Make connections in the following order: First connect to the battery
terminal not connected to the chassis (normally positive), then connect the other battery clip
(normally negative) to the chassis well away from the battery and fuel line. Always
disconnect in reverse sequence.
b. When charging a battery out of the vehicle with the battery clips, place it in a well ventilated
area. Connect the charger to the battery: RED clamp to POSITIVE (POS, P or +) terminal and
BLACK clamp to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or –) terminal. Make sure the connections are firm and
secure. Good contact is important.
With AC supply connected charging should automatically proceed.
REVERSE POLARITY / incorrect battery connection: The charger is electronically protected so no
damage will result, and the output will remain disabled until the connections are corrected.
B. PROCEEDING TO CHARGE:
CHARGE PROGRAM: The OptiMate 1 DUO+ charge program will automatically select the correct the
correct charge voltage (LED #1), charge the battery (LED #2) and then proceed to the safe 24-7
maintenance program (LED #3).
SAFE 24-7 BATTERY MAINTENANCE: The OptiMate is designed to maintain a battery continuously
(24-7) without the need for continuous supervision. When LED #3 has turned on the OptiMate
monitors the battery and will periodically deliver a maintenance charge to keep the battery healthy
and charged. OptiMate's unique 24-7 program prevents loss of electrolyte in sealed batteries and
minimizes gradual loss of water from the electrolyte in batteries with filler caps, and extends the
service life of irregularly or seasonally used batteries.
Recommended: At least once every two weeks, check that the connections between the charger and
battery are secure. For lead-acid batteries with filler caps on each cell, every two weeks disconnect
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