Great Planes Triton Charger - GPMM3150 - Manual (Page 5)

It is strongly recommended to only use lithium-ion/lithium-polymer cells which have
obtained UL1642 approval to ensure they have been produced in accordance with
specific safety criteria. It is also strongly recommended to use UL approved cells
which have been assembled with a charge protection circuit built into the pack. Such
circuits help to regulate cell operation to make sure they operate within specified
current and voltage limits. Batteries not containing a built-in regulative circuit can
accidently be overcharged, thus posing significant risk of fire and/or explosion.
Consult your battery supplier if you are unsure if your lithium-ion/lithium-
polymer battery has UL1642 approval or includes a built-in protection circuit.
It is strongly recommended to use the Triton Thermal Probe (GPMM3151) anytime
when using a lithium-ion/lithium-polymer battery on the Triton charger. Failure to
do so, and failure to properly program Triton to charge lithium-ion/lithium-polymer
batteries with proper current and temperature cutoff can result in overcharging the
battery. A maximum “temperature cutoff” setting of 100°F (37°C) is recommended.
It is strongly recommended to set Triton’s lithium-ion/lithium-polymer charge
current at a LOW value for safety purposes. Set Triton’s lithium-ion charge current
to NO GREATER than 500mA for initial charges. Closely monitor the temperature of
the lithium-ion/lithium-polymer cells during charge. If cells become excessively
warm to the touch during charge remove them from the charger immediately,
and reduce the level of charge current for future charges to prevent cells from
overheating.
Never attempt to care for Lead-acid (Pb) batteries in the same way as other
battery types! Lead-acid batteries commonly used in R/C hobby field boxes require
unique care and handling methods as they contain different characteristics than
other battery types.
•
Do not attempt to use Triton’s NiCd, NiMH, or Li-Ion/Li-Po functions on Pb
batteries.
•
Do not exceed 14.7V maximum charge voltage for batteries rated at 12V.
• Pb batteries have a self-discharge rate of 5–10%, meaning they hold charge very
well. Thus, there is no need trickle charge to Pb batteries.
• Pb batteries do not exhibit the “memory effect” like NiCd cells, and therefore little
cycling is needed.
• Do not leave Pb batteries in the full discharge condition, which could cause the
battery to lose its ability to regain full charge.
Triton only accepts DC input power which could come from a power supply or 12V
automotive battery. To achieve Triton’s maximum potential, the power source must
be capable of delivering at least 13 amps of current while maintaining 12 volts DC.
INPUT POWER
CARE & HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
LEAD-ACID BATTERIES (Pb)
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