Evo-Tec FAQ

• What should I do if my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger is accidentally submerged in water?
  Asked by Bryce D. in Michigan

  

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  Official Answer

  If an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger is accidentally submerged in water the charger should be removed from the water as soon as it is safe to do so and carefully inspected for signs of damage caused by water intrusion or unusual behavior before the charger is put back into service. If the charger shows signs of damage caused by water intrusion, discontinue the use of the charger immediately and contact Norsk Lithium customer service for further instructions.

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• Are the Evo-Tec On-Board Chargers waterproof?
  Asked by Wesley C. in Colorado

  

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  Official Answer

  All Norsk Lithium Evo-Tec On-Board Chargers have an IP67 Rating, and all internal components are fully potted in epoxy to ensure EVO-TEC Chargers are suitable for use in extreme conditions. The IP67 Rating indicates the charger is protected against damage caused by water intrusion into the charger case to a depth of 1.5m / 4.9’ for 30 minutes.

  Despite the IP67 Rating and the protection it provides, Norsk Lithium Evo-Tec On-Board Chargers should NEVER be intentionally submerged in water.

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• What functions does the ‘Mode’ button do on my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger?
  Asked by Damon E. in Oklahoma

  

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  Your Evo-Tec On-Board Charger has a ‘Mode’ button that has two functions based on the length of time the button is pressed or held.

  Short press to select the battery chemistry and/or voltage output for each bank.

  For lithium batteries in Shut-Down mode, long press for 3-5 seconds until selected Chemistry and/or Voltage selection starts to flash to wake the battery and start the charging cycle.

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• What do the LED Indicator lights mean on my Evo-tec On-Board Charger?
  Asked by Colton R. in Montana

  

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  Official Answer

  Your Evo-Tec On-Board Charger has a set of LED indicator lights to show the charging cycle status.

  Red LED Light(s) Indicate the Current State of Charge

  1 LED=0~25%
  2 LED=26%~50%
  3 LED=51~75%
  4 LED=76~100%

  Green LED Light Indicates Full Charge

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• How can I tell if my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger is receiving power?
  Asked by Logan P. in South Carolina

  

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  Official Answer

  Your Evo-Tec On-Board Charger has a power indicator light to visually display if the charger is receiving power when plugged into an outlet.

  – Power indicator backlight is ON when AC power is connected

  – Power indicator backlight is OFF when AC power is disconnected

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• Can multiple banks of the same voltage from an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger provide a charge to a single battery?
  Asked by Isaac R. in Wisconsin

  

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  Yes, you can connect multiple banks of the same voltage from an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger to a single battery. Norsk Lithium marine batteries can charge up to half capacity, which gives you the ability to charge at a faster rate.

  For example, a single 36V trolling battery could be charged by a two (2) bank charger with each bank of the charger outputting the appropriate 36V output voltage. This would charge the battery twice as fast when compared to using a one (1) bank charger of the same amp amount.

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• Can a single Evo-Tec On-Board Charger provide a charge to multiple batteries wired in parallel?
  Asked by Hunter L. in Minnesota

  

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  Official Answer

  When charging multiple batteries connected in parallel, it is possible to charge with a single charging bank, but it is not suggested.

  We suggest having a separate dedicated bank on the charger for each individual battery. This gives the batteries a more consistent & equal charging cycle.

  For example, two (2) 24V 60AH batteries wired in parallel to produce 24V 120AH output would be charged by a two (2) bank charger with each bank of the charger outputting the appropriate 24V output voltage and charge profile for each battery connected in parallel.

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• Can a single Evo-Tec On-Board Charger provide a charge to multiple batteries wired in series?
  Asked by Ethan M. in Georgia

  

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  Official Answer

  When charging multiple batteries connected in series, each battery must be charged by a separate dedicated bank on the charger that provides an output voltage and charge profile that matches the requirements of each individual battery being charged.

  For example, three (3) 12V batteries wired in series to produce 36V output would be charged by a three (3) bank charger with each bank of the charger outputting the appropriate 12V output voltage and charge profile for each battery connected in series.

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• What is the ‘Over Temperature Protection Function’ on an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger?
  Asked by Dylan H. in North Carolina

  

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  Official Answer

  When the temperature of the radiator inside the charger is more than or equal to 80℃ ±5℃ (176°F ±9°F), the charger will automatically reduce the output current for over temperature protection. When the internal temperature drops, the charging current will gradually increase and finally recover to max output.

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• What is the max torque specification when connecting an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger to the battery terminals?
  Asked by Caleb T. in Missouri

  

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  Official Answer

  When connecting an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger to the terminals of the battery, you should not exceed a max torque force of 10ft-lbs. Exceeding this torque spec can cause damage to the battery hardware, terminals or both.

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• How do I properly connect my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger to the battery terminals?
  Asked by Benjamin C. in North Dakota

  

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  Official Answer

  When connecting a charger to a battery, connect the positive lead to the positive (+) terminal and the negative lead to the negative (-) terminal. Reverse polarity connection of leads to the battery terminals 4 may cause a short and may cause significant and irreparable damage to the battery charger and the battery. Damage of this type is NOT covered by warranty.

  Make sure all connections are in full contact with the battery terminals and a max torque force of 10ft-lbs is applied. If the max torque force of 10ft-lbs is exceeded, the terminal may be damaged. Loose connections will result in significant heating due to the increased resistance caused by the loose connection and can result in permanent damage to the battery charger or battery.

  It is recommended to put dielectric grease on the outer exposed surfaces of your terminals after the connection is complete. Dielectric grease stops air and moisture from corroding exposed metal parts of your connections.

  DO NOT put dielectric grease in between the primary contact points of your electrically conducting components.

  Install protective terminal covers on all battery terminals prior to use.

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• What type of hardware should I use to mount my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger?
  Asked by Adam R. in Florida

  

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  Official Answer

  Use stainless steel fasteners to install the Evo-Tec On-Board Charger using the pre-drilled mounting holes found in the side flanges of each charger model.

  Check the backside of the selected mounting position to ensure the fasteners will not puncture the hull, live well, baitwell, or wiring installed BEHIND the selected mounting location.

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• Can I mount my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger directly above my batteries?
  Asked by Caleb R. in Texas

  

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  Official Answer

  If you are mounting your Evo-Tec On-Board Charger above a lithium battery, that is fine. DO NOT mount your charger immediately above a lead-acid or AGM battery. Gasses vented by the batteries may corrode and damage the charger

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• How do I complete the warranty registration for my Evo-Tec On-Board Charger?
  Asked by Jacob T. in New York

  

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  Official Answer

  Owners of a Norsk Lithium Evo-Tec On-Board Charger are encouraged to maintain the required documentation for warranty coverage or register their product for warranty coverage using one of the three methods described below:

  Save a copy of your receipt showing the model and purchase date for submission to Norsk Lithium Customer Service in the event warranty coverage is needed.

  Register the product for warranty online on the Norsk Lithium website by creating an account and filling out a Product Registration Form.

  Owners that register their chargers online can check the status of their warranty registration at Registered Products Section under My Account.

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• What is the peak voltage output of an Evo-Tec On-Board Charger on the 36V Lithium setting?
  Asked by Owen S. in Alabama

  

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  Official Answer

  On the 36V Lithium setting, the Evo-Tec On-Board Charger’s peak voltage output is 42.60V.

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