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OPTIMA® ORANGETOP™ User Manual
To reactivate the battery, hold down the POWERLINK™ button for one (1) second. When
reconnected the LED will flash green to indicate activation.
Battery Management System
In most cases the battery management system (BMS) is “self-healing,” meaning that when
the condition which caused the error to occur is resolved, the battery will automatically
return to a normal functional state. There is no need to perform any reactivation or recovery
procedures to use the battery again. For example, if there is an “over temperature” error,
allowing the battery to cool down to an acceptable operating temperature will correct the
error state and allow use without further input.
After an over voltage, over current or short circuit you may need to hold the POWERLINK™
button three (3) seconds to return the battery to a normal functional state.
Energy Storage Capacity
Although OPTIMA® lithium powersports batteries usually have more power density (engine
starting power) than the lead acid batteries they replace, it is important to keep in mind that
the energy storage capacity is generally 1/2 to 1/3 of the original battery. This means that the
runtime for accessories when your engine isn’t running will be much shorter.
Maintaining Your Battery
The most important maintenance for your battery is to keep it charged. Unlike some lithium
chemistries, OPTIMA’s HYPERCORE LITHIUM™ does not have significantly reduced life if kept
fully charged.
After the jump start feature has been activated, it is best to connect a charger
to fully charge the battery as soon as possible. The vehicle electrical charging
system is not intended to be used to charge a discharged battery; using it for
this purpose will usually reduce the life of your vehicle’s charging
system components.
LITHIUM
Using at Cold Temperatures
Please note that as with all batteries, cold temperatures will result in reduced performance.
When temperatures are below 32°F (0°C), applying a load to the battery will cause the
internal temperature to increase slightly and can improve cold-weather performance.
Successive starting attempts may have more power than the initial attempt for this reason.
Turning on the headlights for up to five (5) minutes will often increase internal temperature
enough to be beneficial. Cold-weather performance is best when the battery is fully charged.
The BMS will deactivate charging below 23°F (-5°C), and will deactivate power output below
14°F(-10°C).
OPTIMA CPR™
If your battery is accidentally discharged, OPTIMA CPR™ will internally disconnect the battery
from the vehicle and hold in reserve enough power to start the engine under normal conditions/
temperatures. If you find that your vehicle is “dead” when you turn on the key and the red
POWERLINK™ LED is flashing, it may be because OPTIMA CPR™ has deactivated the battery.
If your vehicle doesn’t have excessive key-o loads and is used a few hours a month, this will
usually be sucient to keep your battery charged on its own.
To STORE Your Battery
To maximize storage time and life:
- Put the battery into Sleep/Storage mode by holding the POWERLINK™ button for
three (3) seconds
- Disconnect the battery to eliminate any vehicle system impact
- Use an appropriate charger or maintainer, such as OPTIMA’s lithium-enabled chargers
- If none of the above are viable options, disable constantly powered devices or systems
such as alarms
If stored while not connected to a charger/maintainer, check your battery at least every three
(3) months to ensure the voltage is at or above 13 volts. If your battery is discharged below 6
volts, the cells will be damaged and the BMS will permanently disable the battery. Neglectful
or abusive over discharge is not covered under the warranty.
Cleaning
You should inspect and clean your battery monthly or more often if necessary.
- You may use a damp cloth to clean your battery.
- Do not use harsh cleaners, solvents or corrosive liquids.
- Minimize contact with water, do not submerge or use a pressure washer.
When cleaning your battery you should look for signs of damage. If the cover or container are
cracked, melted or otherwise damaged discontinue use and replace the battery.
Shipping the Battery
Special procedures, package labeling and documentation are required for shipping lithium
batteries. These requirements vary regionally and by battery application, type and size/
capacity. Please contact your carrier for complete instructions and information on the
shipping requirements and documentation required.
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