Motorola MT194 User Manual

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MODEL / MODELO / MODÈLE :
MT194
2-Bank Automatic Battery Charger/
Maintainer
Cargador / mantenedor automático
de batería de 2 bancos
Chargeur / mainteneur de batterie
automatique à 2 banques
OWNERS MANUAL / MANUAL DEL USUARIO
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
This manual will explain how to use the unit safely and effectively. Please read
and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
POR FAVOR CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL DEL USUARIO Y LEALO ANTES DE
CADA USO. En este manual le explica cómo utilizar la unidad de manera segura
y conable. Por favor, lea y siga las siguientes instrucciones y precauciones.
GARDER LE MANUEL D’INSTRUCTION ET LISEZ LE AVANT CHAQUE
UTILISATION. Ce manuel explique comment utiliser l’unité d’une façon securitaire
et efcace. S’il vous plaît lisez et suivez ces instructions et precautions.

Motorola MT194 Specifications

General

Brand	Motorola
Model	MT194
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Risk of Explosive Gases

Warning regarding the dangers of explosive gases generated during normal battery operation and precautions to follow.

Personal Safety Precautions

Battery Compatibility and Safe Handling

Guidelines on using the charger only with specified lead-acid batteries and general safety measures.

Preparing to Charge

Charger Location

DC Connection Precautions

Charging Battery Installed in Vehicle

Battery Explosion Risk Warning

Critical warning about the risk of battery explosion due to sparks and essential precautions to mitigate it.

Connection Procedure in Vehicle

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the charger to a battery installed in a vehicle, including grounding considerations.

Charging Battery Outside Vehicle

Battery Explosion Risk Warning

Critical warning about the risk of battery explosion due to sparks and essential precautions to mitigate it.

Connection Procedure Outside Vehicle

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the charger to a battery removed from a vehicle.

Grounding and AC Power Cord Connections

Extension Cord Usage Guidelines

Recommendations and requirements for safely using an extension cord with the battery charger.

Assembly Instructions

Control Panel Overview

Operating Instructions

Charging Battery in Vehicle

Detailed steps for charging a battery while it is installed in a vehicle.

Charging Battery Outside Vehicle

Detailed steps for charging a battery that has been removed from a vehicle.

Using Quick-Connect Cable Connectors

Instructions for using both clamp and ring terminal quick-connectors for battery charging.

Battery Charging Times

Table detailing estimated charging times for various battery sizes and applications.

Charge Status and Modes

Bad Battery Indicator

Explanation of the red LED indicator for detected battery problems or failed desulfation.

Desulfation Mode

Description of the desulfation mode for sulfated batteries and its potential duration.

Completion of Charge & Maintain Mode

Information on the green 'Charged' LED indicating full charge and the start of maintain mode.

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Cannot Select 6V or 12V Setting

Troubleshooting for the inability to select voltage, explaining auto-detection feature.

Green Power LED Not Lighting

Steps to diagnose why the green power LED does not illuminate when connected.

Red Bad Battery LED Illuminated

Possible causes and solutions when the red 'Bad Battery' LED is lit.

Before Returning for Repairs

Specifications

Replacement Parts

Limited Warranty