TOPDON T90A Battery Charger And Stable Power Supply User Manual

TOPDON T90A Battery Charger And Stable Power Supply

WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing the Tornado90000. If any issues arise during the use of this product, welcome to contact support@topdon.com for official technical support.

ABOUT TORNADO90000
Tornado90000 serves as a smart battery charger for all types of 12V/24V lead-acid batteries, including Wet, Gel, MF, Cal, EFB, and AGM from 20Ah to 2800Ah(150 CCA and Up). With 9 charging steps and 6 charging modes, Tornado90000 offers high safety and reliability for charging, repairing, and maintaining batteries. In addition, it is able to deliver up to 90 amps of constant voltage for vehicle programming and extended KOEO diagnostics.

SAFETY CAUTIONS

Before using this product, please read carefully and understand all safety instructions thoroughly. Failure to follow these safety instructions may lead to Electrical Shock, Explosion, and Fire, which can result in property damage, serious injury, and even death.

• We strongly recommend this product NOT to be used for any application other than for what it was designed.
• Before using this product, refer to your battery manufacturer’s manual to determine the voltage and chemistry of the battery.
• Do not attempt to charge a damaged or frozen battery. Incompatible or damaged batteries can explode if the charger is improperly used.
• Do not use the charger if the power cords are damaged.
• Clean the battery terminal if it is dirty or corroded. Keep it dry.
• Do not smoke or use any source of electrical spark or flame during its operation to avoid fire.
• Make sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated while the battery is being charged. To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow all safety instructions published by the battery manufacturer.
• Wear safety goggles during its whole operation. Batteries can cause flying debris and emit toxic gases. Remove all personal items made of metal, such as rings, necklaces, and watches, when working with a lead-acid battery.
• Place fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid touches skin, clothing, or eyes. If acid makes contact with eyes, then immediately wash it with running cold water for at least ten minutes and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
• Place the battery charger as far away from the battery as possible. Do not put the charger directly above the battery.
• Do not submerge the charger in water or get it wet.
• Keep the charger away from children. It is not a toy.
• Disconnect or connect the cables only when the charger is powered off. Store the charger in a well-ventilated and dry place every time you finish charging.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• Tornado90000 Charger with Power Cable
• Battery Clamp
• Hex Wrench
• User Manual

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FUNCTION OVERVIEW

CHARGING MODES
The Tornado90000 offers 6 charging modes: SUPPLY, REPAIR, NORMAL, AGM, COLD, and BOOST. Understanding the differences and purposes of each charging mode is very important. Read below a brief description to help with comprehension:

Mode

| Explanation
---|---
Default| Adjustable Range

Supply

| 13.5V/27V| 11V-15.8V 5A-90A / 22V-31.6V 5A- 45A
Provide a stable power supply for vehicle programming and extended maintenance.The actual output amperage is determined by the device load, but will not exceed the amperage you set.

Repair

| 15.5V/31V| 15.5V 5-15A / 31V 5- 15A
Repair old or sulfated batteries through small current and pulse current.
Normal| 14.5V/29V| 11V-15.8V 5A-90A / 22V-31.6V 5A- 45A
Charge batteries through 9-step smart charging.
AGM| 14.6V/29.2V| 14.6V 5A-90A / 29.2V 5A-45A
Charge AGM batteries through 9-step smart charging.
COLD| 14.8V/29.6V| 14.8V 5A-90A / 29.6V 5A-45A
Charge batteries when the temperature is below 0°C(32°F) through 9-step smart charging.
BOOST| 15.8V/31.6V| 15.8V 5-90A / 31.6V 5-45A
Provide constant voltage to quickly charge the battery in 2~8 hours.

CHARGING YOUR VEHICLE BATTERY

IMPORTANT:
Please do not operate the charger until you confirm the appropriate charging mode for your battery. You can verify the voltage and chemistry of the battery by consulting the manufacturer’s manual, or by reading the label on the battery.

1. Fix one end of the battery clamps with eyelet terminals to the charger through the Hex Wrench included. Connect the red terminal to the positive polarity (+), and the black terminal to the negative polarity (-).

2. Connect the other end of the battery clamps to the vehicle battery. Connect the red clamp to the positive polarity (+), and the black clamp to the negative polarity (-).

3. Connect the Sensor Plug to the jack on the charger, then attach the Temperature Sensor to the battery.
   TIP: When the temperature of the battery is over 65°C (149°F),the Temperature Indicator light will turn red, and the charger will stop working. Disconnect the charger and wait until the battery cools down, then recharge it.

4. Connect the power plug of the charger to an outlet.

5. Turn on the Power Button and the Power Indicator will turn red. The charger will then begin charging mode setup.

6. Press the MODE button to toggle to the appropriate charging mode for the chemistry of your battery.

7. Press and hold the SET button for 1.5 seconds to confirm the charging mode, and the charger will enter the voltage mode setup. Press + or – to select 12V mode or 24V mode.

8. Press the SET button to confirm the voltage mode, then press + or – to adjust the voltage value to what you need if it is possible.

9. Press the SET button to confirm the voltage value and enter the current setup, then press + or – to adjust the current value to what you need if it is possible.

10. Press the START/STOP button to begin charging.
    The Working Indicator light will turn solid green during the charging process. When the charging finishes, the Working Indicator light will be OFF.

11. Press the Power Button to turn off the charger. The Power Indicator light will be OFF in 5 seconds, and the display will turn off. To store or put away, unplug the power plug and keep the charger in a well-ventilated and dry place.

CHARGING TIMES

The size of the battery (Ah) and its Depth of Discharge (DOD) greatly affect its charging time. The estimated charging times shown below are based on an average depth of discharge of 50% to a fully charged battery, and are for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions and temperature.

Charging Current(A)

| Optimum Battery Capacity Range(Ah)|

Battery Capacity(Ah)

| Approximate Time(h)
---|---|---|---
12V NORM| 24V NORM

5

|

20-350

| 20| 1.3| 1.3
80| 5.0| 5.0
300| 18.8| 18.8

20

|

80-650

| 80| 2.5| 2.5
150| 4.7| 4.7
600| 18.8| 18.8

30

|

120-1000

| 120| 2.5| 2.5
200| 4.2| 4.2
1000| 20.8| 20.8

45

|

180-1400

| 180| 2.5| 2.5
300| 4.2| 4.2
1400| 19.4| 19.4

60

|

240-1800

| 240| 2.5|

/

600| 6.3
1800| 18.8

80

|

320-2400

| 320| 2.5|

/

600| 4.7
2400| 18.8

90

|

360-2800

| 360| 2.5|

/

800| 5.6
2800| 19.4

CONSTANT VOLTAGE SUPPLY

The SUPPLY mode maintains power for vehicle programming and extended maintenance ensuring operational order for both the vehicle and battery.

CHARGING STEPS

1. DIAGNOSIS Checks the battery’s initial condition including voltage, state-of-charge, and health, to determine if the battery is stable before charging.
2. DESULPHATION Uses voltage or high-frequency pulses to break down the sulfates that have built up over time in the aging battery to optimize life and performance.
3. PRE-CHARGE Starts the charging process with a low stable current that gradually increases until the battery capacity returns 25%. This reduces the stress put on batteries by sudden surges.
4. SOFT START Provides a medium stable current until the battery capacity returns 50%.
5. BULK CHARGE Begins the Bulk charging process based on the condition of the battery until the battery capacity returns 80%.
6. ABSORPTION Brings the charge level to 100% by delivering small amounts of current to provide a safe, efficient charge. This limits battery gas emission and prolongs life.
7. ANALYSIS Monitors whether the battery voltage falls below its target threshold. If yes, the charger will enter the Recondition mode.
8. RECONDITION Checks the battery status, and then recovers small currents to improve the capacity.
9. MAINTENANCE Checks the battery status and brings the charge level back to 100%. Then the ANALYSIS, RECONDITION, and MAINTENANCE will form into a charge cycle to keep the battery at full charge. The battery charger can be safely left connected indefinitely without the risk of overcharging.

SPECIFICATIONS

FAQ

Q: What is the input voltage of TORNADO90000?
A: The TORNADO90000 is produced in two models with different input voltages: 100-120V and 200-240V. Please check the label
on the back of the product to confirm the input voltage. Do not connect TORNADO90000 with 100-130V input voltage to a 220V power supply, which will cause damage and even fire.

Q: How to select the charging current?
A: The optimum charging current is related to the battery capacity. We recommend that the current value should not be greater than 20% of the battery capacity value. For example, for a 100Ah battery, we recommend that the current is not greater than 20A.

Q: Will TORNADO90000 stop charging automatically after the battery is fully charged?
A: Yes. TORNADO90000 adopts 9-step smart charging. When the battery is fully charged, it will automatically stop charging without the risk of overcharging. If you still leave the battery connected, then the charger will keep monitoring the battery status and will automatically start charging when the battery voltage falls below its target threshold.

Q: Can TORNADO90000 charge multiple batteries simultaneously?
A: Yes. Please correctly connect these batteries in series or parallel before charging. If you have questions about the connection, you can consult the battery manufacturer or contact us for help.

Q: Which modes of the charger adopt the 9-step smart charging?
A: The NORM, AGM, and COLD.

Q: Does it support charging lithium batteries?
A: No.

Q: How can I restore factory settings?
A: Press and hold the STOP/START button for 5 seconds to restore the factory settings. Then all charging voltage and current data will be initialized.

Q: Is REPAIR mode applicable to all battery types?
A: No, it can’t be used for lithium batteries. However, it is applicable to all types of lead-acid batteries.

Q: Why can’t some batteries be used normally after repair?
A: This depends on the battery. Consult the battery manufacturer on whether the battery can be fixed or should be replaced.

Q: Why can’t some batteries be charged?
A: Generally, batteries with a voltage lower than 8.5V are damaged and cannot be charged normally.

WARRANTY

TOPDON THREE YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY
The TOPDON Company warrants to its original purchaser that TOPDON products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 36 months from the date of purchase (Warranty Period). For the defects reported during the Warranty Period, TOPDON will, according to its technical support analysis and confirmation, either repair or replace the defective part or product.

TOPDON shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the use, misuse, or mounting of the device. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This limited warranty is void under the following conditions: Misused, disassembled, altered, or repaired by unauthorized stores or technicians, careless handling, and violation of operation.

Notice: All information in this manual is based on the latest information available at the time of publication, and no warranty can be made for its accuracy or completeness. Topdon reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

FCC WARNING

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

References

• TOPDON|Automotive Diagnostic Tools, Battery Tools and Key Programmers – TOPDON TECHNOLOGY Co., Ltd.
• TOPDON|Automotive Diagnostic Tools, Battery Tools and Key Programmers

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