Onyx 225 User Manual

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The Onyx 225 charger is excellent for a large range of charging and balancing needs for electric vehicles, planes, boats
and radio applications. Charge currents up to 6A and output voltages capable of charging up to 15 NiCd or NiMH or
6S LiPo, LiIon or LiFe cells make it the perfect charger for all charging needs. A built-in balancer ensures all cells are
balanced and optimized for lithium packs, including LiFe cells such as LiFeSource brand packs. A built-in jack is perfect
for charging radio batteries. AC/DC  exibility with detachable input cords, reversed backlit LCD, simple controls and
menus make it super-easy to use anytime, indoors or out.
It is strongly recommended to completely read this manual before use! Damage resulting
from misuse or modi cation will void your warranty.
WARNING!! Charging lithium-based rechargeable batteries poses a risk of FIRE! NEVER
treat lithium-based batteries in the same manner as other battery types. NEVER leave
lithium batteries unattended while being charged! ALWAYS charge lithium-based batteries
in a  reproof location! Failure to follow all care and handling instructions contained in this
manual could result in quick, severe, permanent damage to the batteries and all surroundings!!
Follow all safety precautions when using such batteries, as listed on page 3 of this manual!
INDEX
Speci cations and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Glossary of Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Controls and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Battery Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adjustable Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
User Setup Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
View Data Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Battery Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Starting Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Charge Complete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Care and Handling of Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Battery Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cooling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Error Messages and Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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MANUAL

Onyx 225 Specifications

General

Brand	Onyx
Model	225
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English

Summary

Specifications and Features

Special Features

Highlights detachable AC/DC cords, built-in balancing, 6A charge, radio battery jack, and included adapters.

Standard Features

Details portability, adjustable currents, CC/CV algorithm, peak detection, reversed LCD, push-button controls, fan, and protection.

Important Precautions

Glossary of Terms

Defines units like Amps, milli-amps, Capacity (mAh), and "C" rating for charge current.

Input Power

Explains AC and DC power options, requirements, and polarity warnings.

Controls and Connections

Determining Battery Type and Specifications

Guides users on identifying battery chemistry, capacity, and voltage for safe charging.

Getting Started

Adjustable Settings

Details how to set battery type, cell count, capacity, and charge current for different batteries.

User Setup Screens

View Data Screens

Explains how to view input voltage, output voltage, peak voltage, charge capacity, and time.

Battery Connection

Guides on connecting NiCd/NiMH and LiPo/Lilon/LiFe batteries, including balancing.

Starting Charge

Charge Complete

Care and Handling of NiMH Batteries

Provides essential advice on preventing overheating and proper storage for NiMH batteries.

Care and Handling of LiPo, Lilon, and LiFe Batteries

Battery Storage

Recommends a 40% charge level for storing NiCd, NiMH, LiPo, Lilon, and LiFe batteries.

Cooling Fan

Explains the function of the cooling fan and warns against blocking its vents.

Error Messages and Troubleshooting Guide

5-Year Limited Warranty

Outlines the product's five-year warranty terms and conditions for U.S.A. and Canada.