Ctek Ctek Mxs 5 0 Battery Charger User manual
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Ctek Ctek Mxs 5 0 Battery Charger User

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1

What types of batteries is the MXS 5.0 compatible with?

The MXS 5.0 is compatible with 12V lead-acid batteries with a capacity range of 1.2Ah to 110Ah, with additional maintenance capability up to 160Ah. It supports all lead-acid battery types, including AGM and Stop-Start batteries. (Page 1)

2

How do I start charging my battery with the MXS 5.0?

First, connect the charger to the battery, then connect the charger to the wall socket. Press the MODE button to select your desired charging program (normal or small battery) and options (AGM and/or RECOND). Follow the 8-step LED display through the charging process. (Page 2)

3

How do I know when the battery is ready to start the engine?

The battery is ready to start the engine when Step 4 is lit on the LED display. Step 4 is the Absorption stage, which charges with declining current to maximize up to 100% battery capacity. The battery is fully charged when Step 7 is lit. (Page 2)

4

What does the RECOND option do and when should I use it?

The RECOND option is used for reconditioning deeply discharged and stratified batteries, helping to revive and restore them. It is Step 6 in the 8-step charging process and can be selected individually or combined with the AGM option. (Page 1 & 2)

5

Is it safe to leave the battery connected to the vehicle while charging with the MXS 5.0?

Yes, there is no need to disconnect the battery from the vehicle when charging. The MXS 5.0 delivers exceptionally clean voltage and current with no surges or spikes, protecting vehicle electronics. (Page 2)

6

What happens during Step 8 (Pulse Maintenance Charging)?

During Step 8, the charger maintains the battery at 95–100% capacity by monitoring the battery voltage and delivering a pulse when necessary to keep the battery fully charged. This patented Float/Pulse maintenance makes the MXS 5.0 ideal for long-term maintenance. (Page 2)

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12V/5A

Ctek Mxs 5.0

Advanced Charging With

Temperature Compensation

The MXS 5.0 is an advanced microprocessor controlled battery charger with automatic temperature compensation built in providing unrivalled performance on lead-acid batteries from 1.2Ah up to 110Ah. The MXS 5.0 solves a broad range of battery problems and is the ideal charger for the user with high demands. Features of the MXS 5.0 include diagnosis of battery condition to establish if it can receive and retain charge, patented automatic desulphation step and a special reconditioning step that will revive and restore deeply discharged and stratified batteries. AGM option is perfect for maximising performance and life of most Stop-Start batteries. The built in temperature compensation ensures ideal charging performance even in the most extreme conditions. Patented Float/Pulse maintenance makes the MXS 5.0 ideal for long-term maintenance. The entire process of battery testing, charging and maintenance is easily followed on the clear LED display. The MXS 5.0 is a fully automatic "connect and forget" 12V charger with 8 charging steps and offers selectable , and programmes. The RECOND and AGM options operate individually or together in both

and programmes providing great flexibility for the user. Wide charging range on all lead-acid battery types from 1.2Ah up to110Ah with additional maintenance capability to 160Ah. Splash proof and dust proof (IP65). The MXS 5.0 is easy and safe to use, protects vehicle electronics, is spark-free, reverse polarity protected and short circuit proof. The MXS 5.0 features a 5-year warranty.

Technical Data

Charging Voltage

14.4/14.7/15.8V

Charging Current

Max 5A

Type Of Charger

8 step, fully automatic charging cycle

Type Of Battery

12V lead-acid batteries

Battery Capacity

1.2–110Ah, up to 160Ah for maintenance

Insulation

IP65 (splash and dust proof)

Temperature Comp.

Built In 4 Step 4 - Battery ready to use 7 Step 7 - Battery fully charged 8 Step 8 - Maintenance charging

Program for charging small batteries

Program for charging normal batteries

Agm

Option for charging AGM and Stop-Start batteries

Recond

Option for reconditioning deeply discharged batteries

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12V/5A

Ctek Mxs 5.0

1 Step 1 Desulphation

Pulsing voltage removes sulphates from the lead plates of the battery restoring the battery capacity.

2 Step 2 Soft Start

Tests if the battery can accept charge. Charging begins if the battery is OK.

3 Step 3 Bulk

Charging with maximum current until approximately 80 % battery capacity.

4 Step 4 Absorption, Battery Ready To Use

Charging with declining current to maximize up to 100 % battery capacity.

5 Step 5 Analyse

Tests if the battery can hold charge. Batteries that cannot hold charge may need to be replaced.

6 Step 6 Recond

Reconditioning function for deeply discharged batteries.

7 Step 7 Float, Battery Fully Charged

Maintaining the battery voltage at maximum level by providing a constant voltage charge.

8 Step 8 Pulse, Maintenance Charging

Maintaining the battery at 95–100 % capacity. The charger monitors the battery voltage and gives a pulse when necessary to keep the battery fully charged.

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Complete battery care — unique and patented system to recover, charge and maintain all lead-acid battery types to maximise performance and extend life. Safe and easy to use — user safety through spark free operation and reverse polarity protection. Vehicle electrical safety through exceptionally clean voltage and current delivery with no surges or spikes. No need to disconnect battery from the vehicle when charging. "Connect and forget" — simple plug and play operation. Select the program and mode and leave the charger to do the rest. Unique 8 step charging — the patented 8 step programme tests battery condition and revives, charges and maintains to ensure maximum battery life and performance. RECOND recovers deep discharged and stratified batteries. FLOAT/PULSE maintenance ensures ideal battery care during periods of inactivity. Temperature compensation — built in automatic charge voltage compensation depending on ambient temperature ensures ideal charging in extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Extends battery life — the unique features of CTEK chargers combine to ensure maximum battery reliability, performance and life. Multiple charging programs and options
  • Connect the charger to the battery.
  • Connect the charger to the wall socket.
  • Press the MODE-button to combine charging program
  • or with options AGM and/or RECOND. Press and release the MODE button several times until the desired combination of charging program ( , ) and options (AGM, RECOND) is lit.
  • Follow the 8-step display through the charging process. The battery is
  • ready to start the engine when STEP 4 is lit. The battery is fully charged when STEP 7 is lit.
  • Stop charging at any time by disconnecting the mains cable from the
  • wall socket.

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    Guaranteed Quality With Ctek

    CTEK customer support is available to answer any questions related to charging and CTEK chargers. Safety, simplicity and flexibility characte- rizes all products and solutions developed and sold by CTEK. CTEK supply chargers to more than 60 countries throughout the world. CTEK is also a reliable OEM supplier to many of the world’s most prestigious car and motorcycle manufacturers. Contact customer support: [email protected] 5 2 4 3 1 1 CTEK COMFORT CONNECT–clamp CTEK COMFORT CONNECT–eyelet M6

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