ChargeTime and Recommended Methods

Charge time Recommended Methods Cycle (Repeated) Use 1 to 2 hours -DV cut-off charge dT/dt cut-off charge 6 to 8 hours Timer controlled charge 15 hours Semi-constant current charge Standby Use 30 hours or longer Trickle charge

Caution

(1) If the charge conditions are not appropriate, not only will the battery be unable to perform fully, but also it may have a decrease in its service life and in extreme cases may cause damage to the appliance due to electrolyte leakage, etc. Take into consideration the type of battery, discharge state, charge current and ambient temperature when selecting the appropriate method of charging. (2) As the cell temperature and voltage behavior vary depending on the shape, cell number and cell arrangement of the pack, please contact us concerning the charge control value. Also, Ni-Cd batteries and Nickel Metal Hydride batteries can be used together in the same device, but please contact us concerning the charge control value.