Ballistic EVO User manual

EVO Battery Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase of a Ballistic Performance
Components EVO Battery. EVO batteries are very different in chemistry,
construction, and behavior than a traditional lead-acid battery. Here
are some things to consider while using your EVO battery:
Specications:
Maximum Voltage: 14.4 volts
Minimum Charged Voltage: 13.2 volts
Charged Resting Voltage: 13.2 volts-13.7 volts.
Minimum Voltage: 8.0 volts
Standard Charge Specications: 2amps @ 13.2 volts until the
battery reaches a maximum voltage of 14.4 volts
Maximum Charge Specication: 10amps @ 13.2-14.4V or until the
battery registers 14.4V
Charging:
The best method for charging your EVO battery is to use the
Ballistic EVO Advanced Charger. You can also use a conventional
automotive or motorcycle based charger to recharge your EVO
Battery, but be sure you don’t under charge or over charge the EVO
Battery with an unknown charger. When using a conventional charger
please check the following:
1.) The charger should have an automatic cut-off at 14.4V to
prevent over charging.
2.) If you are using an automatic charger, be sure it does not have
an automatic ”desulfication” mode. This is a lead-acid specific
function that can damage the EVO cells.
3.) Some conventional automatic chargers have charging
parameters based around lead-acid voltage specifications which
are lower than EVO voltage specifications. If your automatic
charger shuts off at 12.8 volts then it will never fully charge an
EVO battery with a minimum charged voltage of 13.2v.
4.) Do not charge a Ballistic battery over 14.4 volts. Over charging
the EVO Battery may cause overheating of the cells and critical
battery failure.
Storage:
The EVO battery will not discharge like a traditional lead-acid battery
so unless your powersports vehicle has a parasitic draw like an alarm,
immobilizer, or LowJack that draws energy from the battery when the
switch is off, there is no need to use a maintenance charger. If your
bike does have a parasitic draw, we recommend the use of the EVO
Advanced Charger as a maintenance charger or simply disconnect
the negative terminal from the battery. It is important to note that
although your EVO battery may have more cranking amps than the
conventional lead-acid battery, it may also have less amp/hours and
will be affected more dramatically by a parasitic draw. We offer Quick
Disconnect Kits to make disconnecting the EVO battery for extended
storage as easy as possible. If left static (nothing drawing from the
battery) an EVO battery will discharge at a rate of around 10% per year.
Cold Weather:
Ballistic Performance Components EVO batteries behave differently in
cold weather (below 32ºF or 0ºC) than traditional lead acid batteries.
A traditional lead acid battery delivers maximum current at the first
initial draw and then degrades from there. EVO batteries actually
get stronger with each successive draw. In cold weather the EVO
battery has the ability to generate its own internal heat energy by
putting a draw on the battery. In cold weather, the EVO battery may
need to have a draw put on the battery several times before it is up to
temperature and ready to deliver maximum amperage. We rate the
EVO battery with an operating environment of 0ºF (-18ºC) to 140ºF
(60ºC). We strongly advise all of our customers to view our “cold
starting procedures” video on our website: www.ballisticparts.com.
WARNINGS – Failure to follow the warnings below may result in
damage to the EVO Battery, damage to the vehicle, injury or death.
• Do not attempt to start your vehicle with a discharged battery. If
your vehicle has trouble starting, check voltage of the battery and
recharge the EVO Battery.
• Do not charge the EVO Battery over 14.4 volts. Overcharging the
battery may cause cell damage and in extreme cases melt down,
rupture, or combustion. The EVO battery will recharge very quickly
compared to a lead-acid battery.
• Do not short out the EVO Battery. A hard short will cause cell
damage and in extreme cases melt down, rupture, or combustion.
• Do not allow the EVO battery to become discharged below 8.0
volts. Excessive discharge from a parasitic draw or accidental
discharge may cause cell damage. If the battery is discharged
below 8.0v, recharge immediately.
• Do not jump start your EVO Battery with a running vehicle. This
may cause the battery to become overcharged. Do not jump start
if below 10.0v. Recharge immediately with an external charger.
• Do not puncture, rupture, submerge in liquid, or expose to direct
heat. Puncture, rupture, exposure to direct heat or submerging in
liquid will damage the battery and in extreme cases cause melt
down, rupture, or combustion.
Battery Installation:
EVO batteries are charged before shipping. Although EVO Lithium
Batteries have an exceptional self-discharge rate of only 10% per
year, they will discharge over time. Please check voltage before
installing to ensure that your battery has at least 13.2 volts. If your
battery is below 13.2 volts, please charge the battery according to
the charging specifications listed on this sheet. EVO batteries are in
some cases smaller than the OEM battery. EVO batteries are not
original equipment replacements and the size, shape, terminal
location, and terminal configuration may be different than the original
battery. Some modification may be required to install the EVO battery
in your powersports vehicle. We sell several cable extension kits and
quick disconnect kits to aid in installation. Also, there is foam that
comes in the packaging that can be used to take up the extra space in
the OEM battery box. Please be sure that the battery is secure,
insulated from vibration, and the terminals are free from coming in
contact with conductive material that could short out the battery. If the
battery is used in an extremely wet environment, it is recommended to
protect the electrical connections, especially the BMS port, with
dielectric grease.

EVO Battery Warranty:
Ballistic Performance Components Batteries are built by hand
in the USA to the highest specification available. Each Ballistic
Battery is then run through the most stringent quality control
standards and bench tested to insure that it performs as
advertised. Because of our high level of quality control we offer
an industry leading 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY.
• Ballistic’s Battery warranty is for function only. Warranty
does not cover physical damage, misuse, or improper
charging. Ballistic is not liable for any damage to either
person or personal property resulting from the use of this
product. If the battery is physically damaged in any way the
claim will be denied. Ballistic Performance Components
extends a warranty only to parts manufactured by Ballistic
Performance Components.
• Conditions not covered under warranty:
o Abuse or physical damage of any kind including damage
to terminals.
o Applications not listed on the Ballistic website or using the
EVO Battery as a main power source.
o Hard short of the terminals or BMS port.
o Damage from emersion in liquid.
o Cell damage as a result of being drained below 30%
of capacity.
o Over charging or damage as a result of a defective
charger, charger settings or charging system.
o Damage from use in excess of cranking capacity.
• The 3 Year Limited Warranty is on a pro-rated basis based
on the original date of purchase.
o 1 – 12 Months – Free Replacement
o 12 – 24 Months – 50% discount from retail
o 24 – 36 Months – 25% discount from retail
• All warranty claims must be accompanied by the original
receipt from your retailer in order to be eligible for a
warranty claim.
• Warranties are non-transferable and meant for the
original owner only. Returns will only be accepted from
the original owner.
• Warranty claim batteries must be returned to Ballistic
Performance Components possession before any
replacement battery can be shipped out.
• Each Ballistic Battery is only eligible for one warranty
replacement. Once a battery has been warranted the
replacement item only holds the remainder of the warranty
period of the original battery purchased.
• All shipping charges to Ballistic Performance Components,
insurance and any damage incurred during shipping for
any and all warranty claims is the customer’s responsibility.
If the battery is determined to be defective, Ballistic
Performance Components will pay for return shipping of
the replacement battery back to the customer (within the
continental US) by ground shipping only. If the battery is
found to be NOT defective, or the battery originated outside
the continental US, shipping back to the customer will be at
the customer’s expense.
• Ballistic Performance Components EVO batteries are
designed as starter batteries in powersports vehicles. If
the battery is used in sanctioned competition of any kind,
abused, or used in a manner for which it was not intended
the warranty is void.
• Ballistic Performance Components LLC reserves the right
to deny any and all claims if all conditions and terms are
not met.
Ballistic Performance Components
a Millennium Technologies Company
Customer Service-Warranty Return Address:
1668 Trolley Road, Suite 202
Summerville, SC 29485
Phone: (920) 545 - 4956
Fax: (843) 771 - 0421
Email:[email protected]
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