CTEK MXS 5.0 Polar User Manual

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MODE
RECOND
CONGRATULATIONS
to the purchase of your new professional switch mode battery charger. This charger is
included in a series of professional chargers from CTEK SWEDEN AB and represents the
latest technology in battery charging.
MODE
RECOND
CTEK COMFORT CONNECT
MAINS CABLE
H05RN-F Rubber
CHARGE CABLE
H05RN-F Rubber
SUPPLY PLUG*
*Supply plugs may differ to suit your wall socket.
CTEK COMFORT CONNECT – eyelet M6
CTEK COMFORT CONNECT – clamp
SMALL
BATTERY
PROGRAM
ERROR LAMP
NORMAL
BATTERY
PROGRAM
FULLY CHARGEDREADY TO USE
COLD
WEATHER
OPTION
RECOND
OPTION
POWER LAMP
CHARGING WITH MULTI OPTIONS
1. Connect the charger to the battery.
2. Connect the charger to the wall socket.
3. Press the MODE-button to select charging program.
SMALL BATTERY PROGRAM
NORMAL BATTERY
PROGRAM
Continue to press the MODE-button to combine charging program with charging
options.
COLD WEATHER OPTION
RECOND OPTION
Press the MODE-button several times until the desired combination of charging
program and options are lit.
4. Follow the 8-step display through the charging process.
The battery is ready to start the engine when STEP 4 is lit.
The battery is fully charged when STEP 7 is lit.
5. Stop charging at any time by disconnecting the mains cable from the wall socket.
MODE-BUTTON
MANUAL
HPN Rubber Cable
HPN Rubber Cable

CTEK MXS 5.0 Polar Specifications

General

Input Voltage	220–240VAC, 50–60Hz
Output Voltage	14.4V/14.7V/15.8V
Charging Current	5A max
Operating Temperature	-20 °C to +50 °C
Dimensions	168 x 65 x 38 mm
Weight	0.6 kg
Insulation Class	IP65
Battery Capacity	1.2-160Ah
Battery Types	Wet, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, GEL
Protection Features	Short circuit, reverse polarity, over temperature

Summary

Congratulations

Charging With Multi Options

Charging Programs Overview

Details on Small and Normal battery charging programs.

Charging Options

Cold weather and Recond options for enhanced charging.

Indicator Lights Explanation

Explanation of Error and Power lamp states for troubleshooting.

Charging Status Indicators

Information on the 'Ready to Use' status and estimated charging times.

Charging Steps

Desulphation

Detects and removes sulphate from lead plates to restore battery capacity.

Soft Start

Tests if the battery can accept charge before proceeding.

Bulk Charging

Charges with maximum current until approx. 80% battery capacity.

Absorption Charging

Maximizes up to 100% battery capacity with declining current.

Analysis Step

Tests if the battery can hold charge.

Recond Step

Increases voltage for controlled gassing to mix acid and restore energy.

Float Charging

Maintains battery voltage with a constant voltage charge.

Pulse Charging

Maintains battery at 95-100% capacity with periodic pulses.

Connect and Disconnect Charger

Connecting to a Vehicle Battery

Procedure for connecting the charger to a battery mounted inside a vehicle.

Connecting to Positively Earthed Batteries

Procedure for connecting the charger to batteries with positive earth.

Technical Specifications

Charger Specifications

Detailed technical data including model, voltage, current, capacity, and dimensions.

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for charging 12V lead-acid batteries.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms

Details the 5-year limited warranty for manufacturing faults and material defects.

Product Protection

Information on CTEK products being protected by patents, designs, and trademarks.