OzCharge OCBL12-44 User manual

User Manual
OzCharge®Lithium Batteries
© 2022 BY ZYLUX ENERGY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
This document is proprietary to and the copyright of Zylux Energy Pty Ltd. This document cannot be copied or
reproduced in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Zylux Energy Pty Ltd.
08/22 v1.0
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL IN CONJUCTION WITH THE PRODUCT DATA
SHEET AND MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (AVAILABLE FROM OUR WEBSITE). THIS
MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED DURING
STORAGE, INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENACE OF OZCHARGE®LITHIUM
BATTERIES. IT WILL HELP TO ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR
BATTERY AND EXTEND THE LIFESPAN OF YOUR PRODUCT.

Contents
1. Safety First .......................................................................................................................................................3
2. Precautions & Safety Warnings .....................................................................................................................4
3. Support When You Need It ............................................................................................................................4
4. Introduction......................................................................................................................................................5
5. The Power of ONE ..........................................................................................................................................5
6. Applications .....................................................................................................................................................5
7. Care & Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................6
8. Installation & Connecting Your Batteries ......................................................................................................6
9. Storage.............................................................................................................................................................8
10. Shipping ...........................................................................................................................................................9
11. Recycling..........................................................................................................................................................9
12. Battery Management System (BMS) ..........................................................................................................10
13. General Specifications..................................................................................................................................10
14. Charging Your OzCharge® Lithium Battery...............................................................................................11
15. Warranty.........................................................................................................................................................12
PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHARGE THIS BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USE USING A COMPATIBLE LITHIUM
LIFEPO4 BATTERY CHARGER.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE OR DISCHARGE THIS BATTERY OUTSIDE OF THE RATED
CHARGING AND DISCHARGING VOLTAGE, CURRENT AND TEMPERATURE SPECIFICATIONS.

1. Safety First
The OzCharge®Lithium battery range is designed with an integrated Battery Management System (BMS)
to prevent internal damage to the battery under varying conditions. When the BMS activates, power can be
abruptly cut off to connected equipment or accessories and this interruption of power may cause damage
to these connected items or systems.
The installer must understand the automatic safety functions of the BMS and shall assume all
responsibility and liability for any damages to the battery OR connected items and systems if these
functions are not properly applied.
Only a competent person or a suitably qualified person should install this battery.
Safety When Handling
Wear personal protective equipment such as eye protection, gloves, and protective footwear
before handling.
Use insulated tools when working on or with the battery. If you don’t have insulated tools, we
suggest you at least wrap the shafts of spanners or ratches with insulation tape to prevent
shorting.
Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.
Do not dispose of battery in household waste or incinerator.
Keep an appropriate and updated first aid kit within reach.
Avoid contact with any fluids that leak from the battery.
In Case of Fire
Do not douse or extinguish with water, use dry powder only. Only if it is safe to do so, place the battery in
a safe, well vented location, away from anything combustible and allow it to consume itself and burn out.
Disclaimer
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, ZYLUX ENERGY:
(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY
TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.
(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH
INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
There is a real risk of fire, explosion, gases or burning as a result of handling
this product incorrectly. Failure to install or use the product according to the
instructions in this manual may result in premature battery failure or cause
electrical shock or fire damage to the battery, the surrounds
, connected
equipment or accessories and may cause personal injuries.

2. Precautions & Safety Warnings
Failure to follow these safety warnings and instructions contained within this manual and on the battery
may result in personal and/or property injury, as well as reduced battery life or battery failure.
• Do not use this battery for starting or cranking applications.
• Do not install this battery under bonnet.
• Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
• Do not reverse polarity charge or discharge the battery or you will damage the
battery.
• Do not connect this battery in series or parallel to batteries with different
chemistries or older manufacture dates.
• Do not penetrate, puncture, impact or drop the battery.
• Do not use the battery in a location where static electricity and magnetic fields are
high or you may damage the battery management system (BMS).
• Do not expose the battery to fire, sparks, high voltage (DC or AC).
• Do not exceed the operating temperatures in accordance with the technical
specifications in this manual.
• NEVER charge the battery at or below Zero Degrees Celsius (0oC)
• Do not disassemble the battery or remove the case lid. Opening the case may
cause electric shock or fire and will void your warranty.
• Check the datasheet for your battery to determine how many batteries can be
joined in series or parallel.
• Do not submerge the battery in any kind of water.
• Do not store the battery at a voltage lower than 13.0V
• Do not overtighten the battery terminals. See battery label for correct tensions.
• To charge the battery, you must use a charger with a specific charging profile for
lithium batteries. Your warranty may be reduced or voided if you use an unsuitable
charger. Refer to the Data Sheet for your battery for specific charging information.
• Never charge your battery directly from an alternator or VSR (Voltage Sensitive
Relay).
• Always ensure that any solar panels connected to the battery are done so via a
solar regulator with a Lithium setting. Never charge your battery with an
unregulated solar panel.
• If the battery emits any unusual smells, appears to be hot or is hot to touch, shows
any signs of distortion or displays any other abnormality during operation or
storage, discontinue use or charging/discharging immediately and contact
OzCharge®for assistance.
3. Support When You Need It
If you have any questions or difficulties with any OzCharge®product, simply contact our dedicated
technical support team and we will do our utmost to assist you. We would rather take a call before
something goes wrong. This is our OzCharge®service guarantee!
Zylux Energy Pty Ltd
166 Christmas St, Fairfield VIC 3078
Australia
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm
Phone:
[phone]
[email protected]u

4. Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing an OzCharge®Lithium battery. The OzCharge®brand is forged on a
reputation for quality, reliability and affordability and our new premium Lithium range is no exception.
Our R&D team have scoured the globe to find cell manufacturing partners who meet our high
standards for quality, reliability, and durability in the harsh Australian conditions.
We bring you:
A battery that is fully certified to international and local safety standards.
Exceptionally high-quality cell technology. We only work with global cell manufacturers of the
highest standards. In fact, we even chose a manufacturer who sources Australian Lithium.
A massive service life of up to 8 years (based on 3000 cycles to 80% DOD - one cycle per day).
Inbuilt safety & protection via an active cell balancing, battery management system (BMS).
OzCharge®Lithium that has faster charging.
A battery that can handle our harsh environment and temperatures.
A low rate of self-discharge less than 3% per month.
OzCharge®Lithium is 100% Cobalt Free which increases fire safety and is both environmentally
and socially conscious.
Optional Bluetooth models so that you can interact with your battery.
Slimline options for those compact installations.
5. The Power of ONE
ONE brand of state-of-the-art lithium battery and ONE brand of trusted and proven battery charger that
are specifically designed to work as ONE. Through the Power of ONE you get optimised charging,
fantastic performance and durability, all at ONE great price.
6. Applications
OzCharge®Lithium Batteries can be used in a wide range of recreational applications where
traditional lead acid, lead Gel batteries or AGM Batteries are used today, including, but not
limited to:
• Caravan, camper, RV & 4WD
• Power boxes and packs, portable power solutions
• Marine depth sounders, trolling motors & lighting
• Motive and electric vehicles (golf carts, mobility scooters, golf caddy etc)
• Solar, wind, or wave energy storage systems
• Security, surveillance, and remote monitoring
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Dedicated & optimized charging
No doubt of charge quality
One single support team
Safety features built into both
Get the most from your
investment
To learn more about OzCharge Lithium range visit our website www.ozcharge.com.au