Batteries in good condition should be greater than the target capacity (by default this is
80%). If batteries fail, check the fault codes for details.
Duration: Approximately 2.5 to 10 hours for NiCd and NiMH, 20 to 40 hours for SLA and 6
to 20 hours for Li-ion using default C-Codes.
Charge
Function: Fast charge a battery.
Sequence: A charge cycle is applied to the battery. No capacity readings are taken
(capacity is only obtained if there is a discharge). Charge does not perform a full analysis,
use the Auto or Prime program to fully diagnose a battery.
Results: The global display alternates between current average battery, cell voltage and
analyzer charge or discharge current (mA) during service and after service. Detailed
display also shows OhmTest results, battery temperature (if applicable) and duration of
service.
Look for the green Ready LED. It indicates that the battery has been charged. There is no
capacity reading taken during a charge. To diagnose faulty batteries the user is required
to run Prime, Auto, etc.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours for NiCd and NiMH, 10 hours for SLA, and 4 hours for
Li-ion using default C-Codes.
Prime
Function: Prepares new or stored batteries for use. A new or stored battery may require
several charge/discharge cycles to form the cells to achieve peak performance.
Sequence: The program cycles (discharges and charges) the battery until the difference
between capacities from one cycle to the next is less than 5%. Up to four cycles are
applied until the 5% capacity difference is reached. This allows for batteries that cannot
accept a full charge on the first cycle. If the battery is fully discharged, the program starts
with a charge. No reconditioning is applied. Some batteries may require several Prime
cycles to fully form the cells.
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