CONTENTS Foreword Specifications General Charging Precautions . Tips for Safely Operating your Charger. Contents Warning and Safety Notes.
=] ale Fore Were Thank you purchasing the Mistral! Multi-Chemistry Balance charger. The Mistral offers the perfect combination of user-friendly simplicity and intelligent programming Sporting both AC and DC power options, an intuitive user interface and clear LED status lights, if is ideal for use al home, field, frack side, or lakeside.
Lees GENERAL CHARGING PRECAUTIONS Although great for first time users, Gradient RC products contain advanced and sophisticated electronics that could result in injury if used improperly. Always use caution and common sense, as failure to operate your Gradient RC product in a safe and responsible manner can result in damage to the product or surrounding property. This product is not intended for use or maintenance by children without direct adult supervision.
ea Er CONTENTS identify the contents of your Mistral charger. The Mistral charger can be powered from a mains supply using the included AC Power input Lead, or from a 12-18V DC power supply such as an automotive battery using the DC Power input Lead. Do not connect the Mistral to both AC and DC power supplies at the same time. Mistral Mains AC Pow Charger Datatype input Lead Adapter Lead \ A When connected, the Mistral will emit a series of beeps. .
EEE LAE LE Lg DLT LE The Gradient Mistral charger has the capability of charging Lollipop (Li Xx) and Nicodemus (Ni Xx) batteries. Each battery type requires significantly different charging modes. it Is extremely important to choose the correct charging mode when charging your batteries. Choosing the wrong charging mode can cause a fire or explosion. Be sure to properly identify the battery chemistry, voltage and capacity of every pack before attempting to charge it to ensure the correct settings.
=a CHARGING A LIP BATTERY Connect your battery as shown. 1. Connect the Mistral power supply. Connect the charge lead to the Mistral Connect the battery's T-style connector to the charge lead. Ho Won Connect the battery's balance plug to the Mistral's balance socket. ยง. Confirm that the Li Po indicator LED is illuminated. 6. Choose the required charge current by looming the selector knob to the desired current. NOTE: Do not exceed a charge rate of 1C.
A seas 0) CHARGING A Lilo BATTERY Connect your battery as shown. 1. Connect the Mistral power supply. 2. Connect the charge lead to the Mistral 3. Connect the battery's T-style connector to the charge lead. 4. Connect the battery's balance plug to the Mistral's balance socket. 5. Confirm that the Lilo indicator LED is illuminated. 6. Choose the required charge current by turning the selector knob fo the desired current. NOTE: Do not exceed a charge rate of 10.
Tia CHARGING A NIGH or RICH BATTERY Connect your battery as shown. 1. Connect the Mistral power supply. 2. Connect the charge lead to the Mistral 3. Connect the battery's T-style connector to the charge lead. 5. Confirm that the NiMH/NICd indicator LED is Illuminated. lh 6. Choose the required charge current by muting the selector knob to the desired current. NOTE: Do not exceed a charge rate of 1C. For an 1800mAh pack this equates to a charge current around 2.04. 7.
SLE a TROUBLESHOOTING During charging or at the initiation of the charge sequence, if you experience a sequence of three flashing red LED and a audible tone, the charger has detected a fault with the battery or the balance lead is not plugged in. WARRANTY AND SERVICE Gradient products are covered by the currently valid statutory warranty regulations. Gradient and iis authorized representatives accept no liability for loss, damage or costs which are caused by the incorrect or incompetent use of the product.