CTEK MXS 5.0 POLAR - Manual (Page 5)

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SAFETY
• The charger is designed for charging only for batteries according to the technical
specification. Do not use the charger for any other purpose. Always follow battery
manufacturers recommendations.
• Never try to charge non rechargeable batteries.
• Check the charger cables prior to use. Ensure that no cracks have occurred in the
cables or in the bend protection. A charger with damaged cord must be returned to the
retailer. A damaged mains cable must be replaced by a CTEK representative.
• Never charge a damaged battery.
• Never charge a frozen battery.
• Never place the charger on top of the battery when charging.
• Always provide for proper ventilation during charging.
• Avoid covering the charger.
• A battery being charged could emit explosive gasses. Prevent sparks close to the
battery. When batteries are reaching the end of their lifecycle internal sparks may
occur.
• All batteries fail sooner or later. A battery that fails during charging is normally
taken care of by the chargers advanced control, but some rare errors in the battery
could still exist. Don’t leave any battery during charging unattended for a longer period
of time.
• Ensure that the cabling does not jam or comes into contact with hot surfaces or sharp
edges.
• Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse immediately with water if acid comes into contact
with skin or eyes, seek immediate medical advice.
• Always check that the charger has switched to STEP 7 before leaving the charger
unattended and connected for long periods. If the charger has not switched to STEP 7
within 50 hours, this is an indication of an error. Manually disconnect the charger.
• Batteries consume water during use and charging. For batteries where water can
be added, the water level should be checked regularly. If the water level is low add
distilled water.
• This appliance is not designed for use by young children or people who cannot read
or understand the manual unless they are under the supervision of a responsible person
to ensure that they can use the battery charger safely. Store and use the battery charger
out of the reach of children, and ensure that children cannot play with the charger.
• Connection to the mains supply must be in accordance with the national regulations
for electrical installations.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model number 1063
Rated Voltage AC 220–240VAC, 50–60Hz
Charging voltage 14.4V, 15.0V, 15.8V
Min battery voltage 2.0V
Charging current 5A max
Current, mains 0.6A
rms
(at full charging current)
Back current drain* <1Ah/month
Ripple** <4%
Ambient temperature -30°C to +50°C, output power is reduced automatically
at high temperatures
Cables Rubber cables. Easy to handle down to -30°C
Charger type 8-step, fully automatic charging cycle
Battery types All types of 12V lead-acid batteries
(WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM and GEL)
Battery capacity 1.2–110Ah up to 160Ah for maintenance
Dimensions 168 x 65 x 38mm (L x W x H)
Insulation class IP65
Weight 0.6kg
*) Back current drain is the current that drains the battery if the charger is not connected to
the mains. CTEK chargers has a very low back current.
**) The quality of the charging voltage and charging current is very important. A high cur-
rent ripple heats up the battery which has an aging effect on the positive electrode. High
voltage ripple could harm other equipment that is connected to the battery. CTEK battery
chargers produce very clean voltage and current with low ripple.