2. Quick start guide
Connect DC cables to the charger and then the battery or batteries; ensure that there is a good electrical connection and keep the terminals away from any surrounding objects that could cause a short circuit.
Connect the AC power cable to a mains power outlet; the the POWER (green) LED will be illuminated when the Blue Smart Charger is powered up. When the STATUS (yellow) LED is blinking fast the charger is in bulk stage.
Select the charge mode appropriate for the battery type; using the VictronConnect app select the required 'charge preset' and the ‘maximum charge current’ (standard or low) directly from the settings list – see section 5.2 ‘Using VictronConnect’ for more information.
The charger will automatically store the selected charge mode and recall it for future charge cycles (even after being disconnected from power).
When the STATUS (yellow) LED is blinking slow the charger has moved into absorption stage (bulk stage is complete); the battery will be approximately 80% charged (or >95% for Li-ion batteries) and may be returned into service if required.
When the STATUS (yellow) LED is illuminated the charger has moved into float stage (absorption stage is complete); the battery will be fully (100%) charged and is ready to be returned into service.
When the STATUS (yellow) LED is off the charger has moved into storage mode (float stage is concluded); to maintain the battery at full charge, the battery can be left on continuous charge for an extended duration.
Disconnect the AC power cable from the mains power outlet at any time to stop charging.