18 | CHARGE Installation & Owner’s Guide
Maintanence & STORAGE
Your boat’s electrical system and CHARGE™ unit must be properly maintained to ensure peak performance
and safe operation. Here is a list of recommended maintanence procedures:
General Maintenance
• Always wear appropriate safety gear such as gloves and glasses.
• Follow battery manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.
• Inspect all battery connections. If loose, tighten battery connections.
• Check terminals for dirt, oil and battery corrosion. If dirty, clean terminals using a water and baking soda solution. Dry
with a clean cloth. Be sure to follow directions specific to your battery manufacturer when cleaning.
• Check wires to see if any cuts or abrasions exist. Contact JL Marine Systems Inc. at 1+(813) 689-9932 option 2 if any
wire damage is found. Damaged cords can cause electric shock or electrocution.
• Inspect all batteries for any visible damage. This can include punctures, swelling, or warping of the
batteries.
• Always store CHARGE™ in a clean, dry, well ventilated area.
For Customer service, please call 1+(813) 689-9932 option 2.
Q: What battery types is the CHARGE™ compatible with?
A: The Charge is compatible with all battery types: Lead Acid, GEL, AGM, TPPL and Lithium-Ion.
Q: Can the CHARGE™ recharge batteries on its own?
A: The CHARGE™ is not a power source. It can only charge via AC power or the alternator when running your motor.
Q: Can I change the minimum battery settings?
A: Yes. However, the CHARGE™ is already set at optimum minimum battery settings.
Q: Is the CHARGE™ waterproof?
A: The CHARGE™ is splashproof. We strongly recommend mounting the CHARGE™ in a dry area. However, it will have
no problem handling minor splashes.
Q: What safety features are built into the CHARGE™?
A: The CHARGE™ has several features to protect both your boat’s wiring and batteries. These include: reverse polarity
protection for each battery, low voltage and overvoltage protection, over current protection on all output channels,
temperature sensors based on battery chemistry, and short-circuit protection.
Q: How much power does the CHARGE™ deliver?
A: The CHARGE™ delivers 500 watts of power for fast recovery time.
Q: How many amps does the power deliver to each battery?
A: The CHARGE™ delivers a max of 40 amps to the engine battery and a max of 25 amps to the trolling motor batteries.
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