TecMATE Battery Chargers Catalog - 2010

TecMate North America Inc. 22 - 1100 Invicta Drive Oakville, ON L6H 2K9, Canada. T : 905 337 2095 F : 905 337 3962

Email : [email protected]

www.tecmate.com

TecMate Brands

AccuMate

AccuMate PRO

BatteryMate

CarbMate

IgnitionMate

OptiMate

OptiMate PRO

SynchroMate

TestMate

VacuumMate

BATTERY BATTERY CHARGERSCHARGERS

DIAGNOSTICDIAGNOSTICTOOLSTOOLS

BATTERY BATTERY TESTERSTESTERS

T: 905 337 2095 F: 905 337 3962 [email protected]

Valid from

January 2010

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BATTERY CHARGERS - TESTERS - DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS

WHO IS TECMATE?

TecMate has been developing and manufacturing unique electronic products for the power sport industry,

seasonally used & niche vehicle sectors since 1990.

We do nothing else and are uniquely specialized in this fi eld.

In addition to diagnostic and engine setting tools, the development and manufacturing of automatic

« smart » battery conditioners and chargers with diagnostic capabilities is our particular specialty.

Our products are in service in more than 45 countries worldwide, and we have active distributors in more

than 30 of these.

We manufacture private label or custom products for a number of outstanding companies.

Our products have been ordered by and/or are being recommended or directly distributed by the global

power sports O.E. networks in more countries than any of our competitors.

Our philosophy places strong emphasis on service, in response to technical enquiries or in providing after-

sales back-up, and, equally important, on maintaining a continuously high level of product quality.

These principles underscore the close relationships we have been able to develop with a number of O.E.

manufacturers.

TecMate North America was established in 2004 to provide better & more direct service to customers

on the North American continent.

Jeff Smith - Service Manager Leigh-Anne Smit - Offi ce Manager

Martin Human - CEO / CTO Mike Cooper - Sales Director

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TERMS OF BUSINESS

TecMate North America sells to authorized distributors and manufacturers.Dealers are directed to our list of distributors available on our website.Retail consumers are encouraged to purchase these products from their local dealer/supplier or visit our website www.tecmate.com, where other options as well a technical information and advice can be found. Our terms of sale are FOB our warehouses in Buffalo, NY, USA and Oakville, ON, Canada.Free freight is included for certain minimum value orders - please contact us for details.Standard payment is 30 days from date of invoice.

COPYRIGHT

This catalog and all information in it, including images are the property of TecMate and may not be repro-duced without the express permission of TecMate.

TRADEMARK

TecMateTM and other product names, such as OptiMate are registered trademarks and any unauthorized use is prohibited.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

For assistance on subjects listed below, go to the following website - http://www.tecmate.com/contact.php 1 - technical advice on how to correctly operate a TecMate product, 2 - trying to use a TecMate product as per the instructions, but you are not getting the desired result.NOTE: Please try to describe the problem / your question / request as completely as you can. (e.g. how is the product reacting, LED indications, what has been selected (on product), what vehicle / battery are you working on, what do you want to do etc.) 3 - need additional technical specifi cations.

REPAIRS

Retail products : Please return any product requiring service or repair in the fi rst place to the dealer or distributor from whom you acquired it. If you are unable to or need to know who to contact in your region – go to http://www.tecmate.com/contact.php or call 905 337 2095 - Service.

Professional / Shop tool products : Do not ship your product direct to TecMate without our priorknowledge. An RMA # (Return Material Authorization number) must be provided and to get that, please contact us fi rst, either by telephone or fax. We accept no responsibility if a product is lost without consultation on where it should be sent and safest way to send it.

WARRANTY LIMITATIONS

TecMate North America, 22–1100 Invicta Drive, Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6H 2K9 makes this limited warranty to the original purchaser of any TecMate product. This limited warranty is not transferable. TecMate North America warrants its retail products for 3 years & shop products for 2 years from date of purchase at point of fi nal sale against defective material or workmanship. If this should occur the unit will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to contact TecMate and forward the unit together with proof of purchase, transportation or maiing costs prepaid, to the same or its authorized representative, whichever is agreed to at time of contact.This limited warranty is void if the product is misused, subjected to careless handling, or repaired by anyone other than the factory or its authorized representative.The manufacturer makes no warranty other than this limited warranty and expressly excludes any implied warranty, including any warranty for consequential damages.

THIS IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER THAN THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

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BATTERY CHARGERS - TESTERS - DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS BATTERY CHARGERS - TESTERS - DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS


Accessories - IGNITION

TS-207 Stickcoil adapter cableAllows IgnitionMate caliper to measure secondary peak voltage

& spark current output of stickcoils.

Comes with high temperature silicon lead & 4-pin MIC connector.

TS-208 High Voltage (kV) & SPARK Current sparkplug lead caliper

TS-209 Low tension Red test leadHigh temperature RED silicon test lead with 4mm banana

plug connector high quality crocodile clip

TS-210 Low tension Black test leadHigh temperature BLACK silicon test lead with 4mm banana

plug connector high quality crocodile clip

TS-222 Black nylon carry caseThe carry case has pockets for instructions, power lead and

zipped comparments for adapters, cables & probes.

Delivered as standard with IgnitionMate & DUO.

TS-223 Black ‘rubber’ protective holsterThese holsters fi t both ignitionMate & DUO

TS-224 Red ‘rubber’ protective holsterDelivered as standard with IgnitionMate & DUO

TS-226 Low tension Lead Set (= TS-209 & TS-210)

Includes: High temperature silicon test leads with 4mm banana

plug connectors high quality crocodile clips

TS-233 Replacement battery cord set for all TecMate diagnostic tools

TS-234 IgnitionMate DUO Replacement Test lead set

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INDEX

4 4

BATTERY TESTERS BATTERY TESTERS

Accessories & replacement parts 1313

GENERAL BATTERY CHARGERS - HOMEGENERAL BATTERY CHARGERS - HOME 1111

HOME & SHOPHOME & SHOP 1414

DIAGNOSTIC TOOLSDIAGNOSTIC TOOLSSYNCHRONIZERS SYNCHRONIZERS 1515

IGNITIONIGNITION 1717


WARRANTY & PROCEDURESWARRANTY & PROCEDURES 1919


NOTE : WHOLESALE & MOBILE DISTRIBUTORS

MASTER WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTORS USE A TEC DESIGNATION FOR TECMATE

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AHEAD OF THE STANDARD TECMATE MODEL OR PART #.

IN THIS INSTANCE LOOK FOR : TECTM-121 NOT TM-121

Charger Accessories 88Important OptiMate facts 6 & 76 & 7

General battery charging facts 9 & 109 & 10

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DESULFATING BATTERY DESULFATING BATTERY CHARGER + TESTERCHARGER + TESTER

HOMEHOMESHOPSHOP 5 5

GENERAL BATTERY CHARGERS - SHOP GENERAL BATTERY CHARGERS - SHOP 1212





BATTERY CARE - HOMEBATTERY CARE - HOME

TM-181

TM-221

TM-141

TM-151

The 0.8Amp OptiMate 4 – with sealed weatherproof enclosure ideal for water & snow markets with special cables rated for for ultra cold tem-peratures down to -40F. The new shape includes wallmounts, LED indication

include charge current & 5 easy to identify test results.

OptiMate 4 is a truly unique diagnostic battery optimizer for 12V lead-acid bat-

teries (sealed maintenance-free, gel, or fi ller caps).

Like all OptiMate models, the microprocessor controlled OptiMate 4 can

save neglected batteries and is even more effective, with a new dual-stage

RECOVERY + TURBO RECOVERY desulfating action & 24/7 maintenance.

Recommended for all 12V lead-acid batteries up to 75Ah.

The 2.5Amp OptiMate 5 - will save neglected batteries other smart chargers

can’t & safely maintain a vehicle’s battery during long term storage.

Universal power input system accepts AC power between 100 - 240VAC

Hook up the battery and the OptiMate 5 immediately checks if the battery is

sulfated or not. If necessary it applies ‘fi rst aid’ in the form of a voltage of up

to 22V at low current for up to 2 hours, to recover the battery so it can again

accept a charge.

Sealed weatherproof enclosure that includes wallmounts and the new bullet

SAE connectors with 24/7 maintenance.

Recommended for all 12V lead-acid batteries from 7.5Ah to 120Ah.

The 0.6Amp OptiMate 3+ - now in a new ventless enclosure the Opti-Mate 3+ includes wallmounts and the new bullet SAE connectors. OptiMate 3+ saves neglected batteries other chargers can’t! It will also safely

maintain your vehicle’s battery during long term storage.

Hook up the battery and all OptiMates immediately check if the battery is

sulfated or not. If it is OptiMates apply ‘fi rst aid’ in the form of a voltage of up to

20V, at low current for up to 2 hours, to recover the battery so it can again ac-

cept a charge. It then recharges, tests and then maintains the battery.

“Hook up OptiMate and walk away” - 100% safe & effective 24/7 maintenance.

Recommended for all 12V lead-acid batteries from 2Ah to 45Ah.

The 5Amp OptiMate 6 - microprocessor control with AMPMATIC automatic

current control & cell equalizing for proper initialization of new batteries.

Very effective, with a new dual-stage RECOVERY + TURBO RECOVERY

desulfating action & universal power input system from 100 - 240VAC.

Sealed weatherproof enclosure is ideal for water & snow markets with special

cables & bushings for ultra cold temperatures down to -40F.

New shape includes wallmounts plus shows current display and added hourly

testing with easy to identify results with 24/7 maintenance.

Universal power input system accepts AC power between 100 - 240VAC

Recommended for all 12V lead-acid batteries from 15Ah to 240Ah.MARCH - 2010

JUNE - 2010

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CHARGERS THAT “DESULFATE & SAVE” BATTERIES




The power sport industry’s top tool for trouble-shooting problems on all ignition systems (transistor, CDI, magneto, points). Designed to fi nd the failed part or bad connection on the vehicle, before

disassembly or swapping out of parts!

Includes the following measurement options:

Primary low tension / peak volt 10, 40 or 400Vpk scales - measure primary

signals between the ICU and the power supply, timing pick-up, ignition coil and

switches. The silicon tester cables are resistant to damage from hot engines

or exhausts.

Secondary high tension / peak volt 10, 20, 40 kV scales - use the caliper to

measure high voltage between the ignition coil and the sparkplug.

Spark scale to measure the consistency of the high voltage current signal and

to determine misfi res.

Kit includes rubber protective holster & custom carry case.

NEW lightning-fast ignition diagnostic tool that displays the ignition parameters of 2 cylinders at the same time - on the same engine or on 2

like engines.

Allows direct comparisons of ignition peak voltage pulses, in-cylinder spark

stability & intensity, or primary circuit voltages.

Displays coil peak voltage pulse intensities on two cylinders simultaneously,

captured at 1 µS intervals.

Compares primary ignition circuit voltages or spark intensities on two cylinders

simultaneously.

Powered by rechargeable internal NiMH batteries.

Highly precise & sensitive.

Robust and weather-resistant.

A must have tool for serious tuning shops and those working with dyno’s.

Kit includes rubber protective holster & custom carry case.

A must have tool for serious tuning shops and those working with dyno’s.

The scoop-shaped back-probes that make auto electrical trouble-shooting easy.

The special shape avoids damage to insulation of in-line connectors.

Probulator back-probe set includes 1 pair of larger (1/8”) & 1 pair of smaller

(3/32”) radius scoop-points for easy entry into nearly all automotive electrical

connectors

Enter connector housings without damage to connector or cable

Establish good electrical contacts within connectors without “hit & miss”

Accepts 3/16” banana plugs of standard voltmeter & multimeter LT leads

Coated brass scoop-points resist corrosion & enhance structural rigidity.

IGNITIONIGNITION

TS-91

TS-93

TM-99

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Accessories - SYNCHRONIZERS

TS-200 M5 Flexi-rigid adapterThese include fi bre washer and allow fi tment to diffi cult to reach

threaded carburetor & fuel injection manifold sync’ points

(bend the outer sheath to angle or shape required)

TS-201 M6 Flexi-rigid adapter

TS-202 T – Piece connector

TS-203 Brass M5 threaded adapterThese Include fi bre washer & neoprene sealing cap

Ideal for 2 stroke carburetor engines (i.e. snowmobiles etc.)

that are not fi tted with manifold connection points.

TS-204 Brass M6 threaded adapter

TS-205 Extended M5 threaded adapterIncludes 1 ½ ft / 0,5m fuel & oil resistant hose & sealing cap

Ideal for mounting on sports bikes / vehicles where access to

carburetor or fuel injection synchronizing input requires disassembly

TS-206 Extended M6 threaded adapter

TS-220 2 to 4 cylinder synchronizing adapter kit Converts a SynchroMate or CarbMate from a

2 channel to a 4 channel synchronizer

TS-221 4 to 6 cylinder synchronizing adapter kit Converts a VacuumMate from a 4 channel to

a 6 channel synchronizer

TS-222 Black nylon carry caseThe carry case has pockets for instructions, power lead and

zipped comparments for adapters, cables & probes.

Delivered as standard only with VacuumMate

TS-223 Black ‘rubber’ protective holsterThese holsters fi t both the SynchroMate & CarbMate

TS-224 Red ‘rubber’ protective holster

High quality ‘santoprene’ fuel & oil resistant hosesTS-225 Length 3ft / 1m

TS-401 Length 6ft / 2m

Fits on VacuumMate, SynchroMate, CarbMate

TS-400 CarbMate & SynchroMate ROTAX adaptor2 x 6ft / 2m hoses and metal fi ttings for use on ROTAX aircraft engines.

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BATTERY CARE - SHOPBATTERY CARE - SHOP

TS-181

TS-51

TS-43

The Best Value initializing Shop Charger - 1 bank up to 4AmpsThe OptiMate PRO-S is able to initialize new batteries, save neglected sulfated

batteries and recharge & maintain good batteries.

Able to initialize all new powersports batteries in 1 hour.

INITIALIZES (1hr) - DESULFATES - TESTS - CHARGES - MAINTAINS

Simply select NEW or USED battery and the rest is automatic.

Includes new AMPMATIC program that automatically controls current and

enables cell equalization for initialization of new batteries.

Tests and verifi es charge retention by battery.

Enclosure includes wallmounts for convenient placement and power input

selector - 115V or 230V.

The Versatile Shop Charger - 2 banks of 2AmpsThe OptiMate PRO2 is able to initialize new batteries, save neglected sulfated


Able to initialize all new powersports batteries with 12 hour program.

INITIALIZES (12hr) - DESULFATES - TESTS - CHARGES - MAINTAINS

Simply connect battery and the rest is automatic.




Enclosure includes wallmounts for convenient placement and power input

selector - 115V or 230V.

The 4-Bank initializing Shop Charger - 4 banks up to 4AmpsThe OptiMate PRO4 is able to initialize new batteries, save neglected, sulfated


Able to initialize all new powersports batteries in 2 - 3 hours.

INITIALIZES - DESULFATES - TESTS - CHARGES - MAINTAINS

Simply select NEW or USED battery and the rest is automatic.




A wallbracket is available for convenient placement of this charger.

Includes power input selector - 115V or 230V.

The Versatile 8-Bank Shop Charger/maintainer - 8 banks of 1.2AmpsThe OptiMate PRO8 is able to save neglected sulfated batteries, recharge and

maintain good batteries.

DESULFATES - TESTS - CHARGES - MAINTAINS

Simply connect battery and the rest is automatic.


Ideal for off season maintenance of 8 batteries at a time.

A wallbracket is available for convenient placement of this charger.

Includes power input selector - 115V or 230V.

Updated model coming soon for both 6V & 12V batteries.

TS-171

March 2010 - 6V & 12V





Important OptiMate facts

1 : Why do batteries become sulfated?TecMate has worked with OEs such as Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yuasa and East Penn Manufactur-

ing in learning why batteries sulfate & how to recover batteries from a deep discharged, sulfated condition.

We confi rmed the following:

When a battery is discharged, the sulphuric ‘battery’ acid separates into lead sulfate and water. When batteries

are left in a discharged state for too long sulfate crystals will form on the lead plates, increasing the electrical

resistance of the battery. The higher the concentration of sulfate crystals the higher the electrical resistance

which typically prevents current from being accepted by the battery at normal charge voltages (14,1 to 14,5V).

Winter: in a discharged battery water separated from the acid freezes at temperatures below 32°F / 0°C.

When water freezes it expands resulting in bent & buckled plates or a cracked casing.

Summer: Heat is a big killer of lead-acid batteries. At high temperature water evaporates, increasing the con-

centration of lead sulfate which speeds up the formation of sulfate crystals. At some point the concentration of

sulfate crystals may become so high that permanent electro-mechanical damage (plates being short circuited)

can be caused inside the battery.

2 : Why can OptiMate recover sulfated batteries that other smart chargers cannot?If a standard smart charger that typically charge up to 14,1 to 14,5V is hooked up to a sulfated battery the

voltage will immediately rise from a very low level (typically less than half the battery voltage) to the maximum

as the charger ‘sees’ the sulfated battery as a full battery due to it’s higher than normal internal resistance.

Current into the battery remains in the micro amp range, too low to reverse the sulfation process. A standard

charger will indicate within seconds that the battery is fully charged and some may indicate the battery is faulty

and should be replaced.

OptiMate has a smarter charging method that fi rst detects condition of a battery and then it decides how to

charge it. It starts with forcing a small current pulse into the battery to see if the battery accepts charge. If not,

then OptiMate engages the DESULFATE mode and now the charging voltage is allowed up to a maximum of

22V in an attempt to force the battery to accept current. Usually within 5 minutes a battery with a chance at

recovery will begin to accept current, causing the sulfate crystals to disolve and combine with water remaining

in the battery, to again form high concentrate acid. If the OptiMate determines that the battery has recovered

suffi ciently it will increase the charge current and the program will advance to bulk, cell balancing and verifi ca-

tion charging.

3 : How would I know if OptiMate has successfully recovered a sulfated battery?The fi nal charge stage of the OptiMate program is followed by a charge retention test to confi rm if the battery

has been adequately recovered. Indication of the result ranges from basic to comprehensive, depending on

the OptiMate model in use.

4 : Why do sealed AGM batteries recover from sulfation more effectively than fi ller cap / wet cell batteries?In sealed AGM batteries the water remains absorbed in the fi breglass mat separators whilst the lead sulfate

remain on the plates. Due to this sulfation will occur at a faster pace on the plates itself compared to wet cell /

fi ller cap batteries, but the water will not evaporate out of the sealed battery as it would with wet cell / fi ller cap

batteries. AGM batteries therefore have a much higher chance of full recovery even if the battery has been

left discharged for many months. The OptiMate charging method works best with AGM batteries, but will also

recover fi ller cap / wet cell batteries that have not suffered visible mechanical damage (e.g. bulging or cracked

case) or high loss of electrolyte.

The degree of effectiveness of the recovery depends on how soon after the battery became sulfated is it

hooked up to an OptiMate. We have letters on fi le from a number of OptiMate users testifying to effective

recovery of batteries left discharged (and believed to be dead) for two years.

5 : Can OptiMate’s high voltage desulfation mode damage vehicle electronics ?The simple answer is NO. A sulfated battery’s voltage will initially be in the 2 to 6V range. Vehicle electronics

need 11V or more before current is drawn. Upon connection OptiMate will attempt to deliver current causing 66




SYNCHRONIZERSSYNCHRONIZERSThe industry standard for fast & accurate synchronizing of 4 x carburetor / FI throttle valves on 2 & 4 stroke engines. Fixed resolution of 0.5cmHg with

“smart” valve diagnostics & ‘wireless’ RPM measurement.

TS-71 ME (marine) model includes internal rechargeable 1.5Ah NiMH batteries

that provide 6 hours autonomy.

Three selectable modes provide the total synchronizing solution :

RPM mode for adjustment of engine speed of 2 or 4 stroke engines during

synchronizing.

AVE mode with 3 overlapping scales from 5 to 55 cmHg & fi xed resolution of

0,5cmHg for general synchronizing.

DYN mode for troubleshooting - allows for immediate visual check why engine

cannot synchronize, possibly causes could be a non sealing valve or a cracked

manifold.

The cost effective TS-81 WS (workshop) model is powered by any 12V vehicle

battery or 12VDC adapter and is suitable for workshop use.

Shock resistant composite molded polyurethane & polycarbonate casing is

strong & resilient. Self calibrates for barometric pressure changes. Solid state

medical grade sensors are drop proof.

The kit includes soft nylon travel case, battery cord-set, T-connector & 4 x M5 &

M6 fl exi-rigid manifold connection adapters.

Hook up 6 cylinders with the optional adapter kit / TS-221

Provides accurate solid state electronic measurement with a built in tachometer that displays engine speed in RPM and absolute ‘vacuum’ pressure at the fl ick of a switch. (PROFESSIONAL)

SynchroMate displays the difference in vacuum intake settings of two linked

carburetors to a resolution of 0.5cmHg on a single transverse “East-West” 30

LED display. A rubber holster provides protection against mechanical shocks

and knocks.

Standard kit includes 2 x M5 and 2 x M6 threaded adapters, a T piece and

12VDC powercord - optional nylon carry case also available.

Synchronization of 4 linked carburetors is made easy using the optional 4 x

channel adapter kit / TS-220

Cost-effective electronic replacement for mercury sticks (ENTHUSIAST)

advantage of solid state electronic measurement that don’t break if you drop it.

CarbMate displays the difference in vacuum intake settings of two linked carbu-

retors to an adjustable resolution of 0.5cmHg to 2cmHg on a single transverse

“East-West” 9 LED display.

The standard kit includes the instrument and a 12VDC powercord.

Options include a protective holster to further protect against shocks and drops,

a specially designed carry case for storing the CarbMate & additional kit & the

unique “fl exi-rigid” manifold adapters

Synchronization of 4 linked carburetors is made easy using the optional 4 x

channel adapter kit / TS-220

TS-71

TS-81

TS-101

TS-111

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BATTERY TESTERSBATTERY TESTERS


THE battery & charging system analyzer for all 12V starter batteries. The TestMate mini is more than just a voltmeter, it’s a super fast recorder

of instant volt drop during ‘engine’ cranking – the best indication of a starter

battery’s ability to deliver power when the engine needs it most. Once the

engine runs it checks if the charging system is able to bring the battery

back to full charge.

1 – Checks Battery Voltage – Your battery’s ‘rest’ voltage is an indication of

battery health.

2 – Checks Battery Starting Power – A reading in the red zone indicates a

problem !

3 – Checks Vehicle Charging System – Is the charging system causing the

problem?

Includes mounts for on road testing !

TestMate SPORT is an easy-to-use portable battery tester specifi cally developed for all 12V motorcycle, ATV / Quad, snowmobile &

personal watercraft starter batteries from 2 to 35Ah (SAE) rated capacity.

Batteries of various different types of construction can be accurately tested

for service-readiness & the amount or percentage of SAE or DIN rated CCA

remaining, by way of 3 selectable programs.

1 - STD / FILLER CAP for batteries with fi ller caps.

2 - SEALED / AGM / GEL for MF (“Maintenance-Free”) motorcycle

batteries of the type with Absorbent Glass Mat separators - dry-charged or

“wet” factory-fi lled & -activated.

3 - HIGH POWER AGM for Yuasa (& equivalent) YTZ & YTX “High

Performance” MF, Extreme & Odyssey®.

Results are displayed with short text giving test result summary (e.g. OK /

Recharge & retest / Bad – recycle)

Powered by a 9V battery & comes with a protective rubber holster.

TestMate AUTO is an easy-to-use portable battery tester specifi cally developed for all 12V AUTOMOTIVE / MARINE engine starter

batteries up to 200Ah (SAE) rated capacity.

Batteries of various different types of construction can be accurately tested

for service-readiness & the amount or percentage of SAE rated CCA

remaining, by way of 2 selectable programs.

1 - STANDARD SLI for batteries with fi ller caps.

2 - VRLA / GEL / AGM for batteries of the type with Absorbent Glass

Mat separators, dry-charged or “wet” factory-fi lled & activated and starter

batteries with gel-electrolyte construction such as Exide.

Result is displayed as:

CCA (Cold Cranking Amps – SAE / DIN selectable)

Residual charge as % of rated Ah capacity

Short text giving test result summary (e.g. OK / Recharge & retest / Bad –

recycle)

Powered by a 9V battery & comes with a protective rubber holster.TA-18

TA-09

TS-121

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the battery voltage to rise, but if current draw is sensed before 14V is reached normal charge mode will en-

gage for an OptiMate 3+ or 5 where-as OptiMate 4 & 6 with its more advanced program will allow desulfation

charging up to 16V at a very low current for a maximum of two hours, allowing safe low level desulfation even

with the battery in the vehicle.

IMPORTANT: For the best chance of full recovery a sulfated battery must be disconnected from the vehicle wiring before connecting to the OptiMate.6 : Can OptiMate maintain fi ller cap & AGM batteries at 100% for many months without damage?YES. The OptiMate range’s maintenance mode fl oat voltage is set at 13,6V which is correct for modern sealed

batteries, but the unique limited duty (30 minute charge, 30 minute rest) maintenance charging cycle reduces

the average voltage to a level suitable for fi ller cap / wet cell batteries. The rest period further allows the acid to

settle and cool which eliminates electrolyte loss in sealed batteries and signifi cantly reduces water loss in fi ller

cap / wet cell batteries.

7 : Can the OptiMate maintain a battery stored (in a vehicle) in very hot or cold temperatures?The battery does not have to be removed from the vehicle. OptiMate’s unique maintenance charge level

with 30 min charge and 30 min rest periods allow safe long term maintenance charging in storage tempera-

tures ranging from -4°F / -20°C to 95°F / 35°C. Long term maintenance charging down to -13°F / -30°C is

possible with OptiMate 4 and 6. The level of the electrolyte in fi ller cap batteries should be regularly checked

and topped up at storage temperatures above 86°F / 30°C.

8 : Can OptiMate extend the life of my battery?

A good quality battery that has been correctly initialized when new and is always maintained with an OptiMate

when the vehicle is not in use, can last for 5 years or more whilst continuing to deliver the same power as if

it was new. Even a battery that has been neglected and delivers poor performance will become stronger the

longer it remains connected to an OptiMate.

These claims have been proven by OptiMate users and that is why 9 powersport / leisure vehicle manufactur-

ers, including Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Triumph and Derbi endorse the OptiMate charging method.

9 : Can the OptiMate test my battery? All OptiMate models include a 30 minute ‘no charge’ voltage check to determine if a sulfated bat-

tery could recover or not. OptiMate 4 & 6 include a TEST LED panel that indicate 5 possible results,

providing the user with more information on battery condition. The OptiMate 6 and the professional

level OptiMate PRO-S & PRO2 include a further 12 hour extended ‘overnight’ test that allows the bat-

tery to cool for a more accurate test result. ( a warm battery may indicate a higher voltage than is true )

OptiMate conducts daily tests that alternate with maintenance charging.

10 : Why buy an OptiMate instead of a simple plug in type trickle charger that is $20-$30 cheaper?

Your choice of charger depends on your expectation of battery performance as well as guaranteed peace of

mind when it comes to unsupervised storage of vehicles for long periods of time.

Cost & time to replace a battery, especially sealed AGM batteries that are more expensive.

The difference in price between an OptiMate that is guaranteed to extend the life and performance of your

battery and a plug in trickle charger is but a fraction of the cost of any reasonable quality AGM battery.

I have no idea what type or size of battery is in the vehicle / craft.

OptiMate is designed to recharge and maintain fi ller cap / wet cell & all types of sealed AGM and GEL lead-

acid batteries automatically. OptiMate 3+ & 4 are recommended for batteries in small to medium sized

vehicles (motorcycles, small cars, PWC / wet bikes) and OptiMate 5 & 6 are recommended for batteries in

medium to large vehicles & boats (medium to large cars, boats).

Forgot to hook up the charger OR left the ignition / lights on and now the battery is sulfated.

OptiMate can desulfate and recover neglected batteries that a standard maintenance charger cannot.

Your battery died on you, but your charger continues to say it is good.

Standard maintenance chargers cannot test batteries. OptiMate tests your battery daily and indicates if it can

actually retain a charge or not. Over the life of the battery OptiMate 4 and OptiMate 6 will warn you when it is

time to replace the battery - the LED indications will change from green to yellow to red as the battery wears.

A yellow indication means “replace soon” a red indication means “replace now!”.

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION:





Charger Accessories

SAE Accessories (New) Use this connector

SAE-71 Weatherproof Permanent Connector (with 15A fuse)

Hook up your battery quickly & easily when not in use.

SAE-72 12V Bike & Car Socket Connector Combination connector for standard automotive cigar socket and

12V DIN socket as found on BMW and Triumph motorcycles.

SAE-73 Charge Cable Extender 8 ft length extension cable.

SAE-74 Battery Clips Chromed metal clamps resist corrosion.

SAE-77 SAE to TM Connection Adapter Allows new style charger connectors to hook up to original

TM (white plastic) connectors - has male plastic connector.

TM Accessories (Original) Use this connector

TM-70 Wallbracket 45 ° angle allows optimal visuals of LED indicators and access

to charger cable. Cable wind & storage area for cable and clips.

TM-71 Weatherproof Permanent Connector Hook up your battery quickly & easily when not in use.

TM-72 12V Bike & Car Socket Connector Combination connector for standard automotive cigar socket and

12V DIN socket as found on BMW and Triumph motorcycles.

TM-73 Charge Cable Extender 8 ft length extension cable.

TM-74 Battery Clips Chromed metal clamps resist corrosion.

TM-75 Wall / Window Bracket Unique bracket for mounting certain original chargers on a vertical

surface, motorcycle screen or car window.

TM-77 TM to SAE Connection Adapter Allows original style charger connectors to hook up to new

SAE bullet connectors - has female plastic connector.

TM-78 12V Weatherproof Panel-Mount Din Socket Create your own 12V outlet & battery charger connection point.

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Accessories - SHOP CHARGERS

TA-13 Class 1 - North American power cable 3 pin plug with groundFits BatteryMate, OptiMate PRO4 & PRO8 models

TA-19 Class 2 – North American power cable 2 pin plugFits AccuMate PRO5 & OptiMate PROS & PRO2

TS-215 Clamp set for OptiMate PRO-8 (older version)Not for use with new OptiMate PRO8-S

TS-216 Red clamp for OptiMate PRO4-S With Andersen connector

TS-217 Black clamp for OptiMate PRO4-S With Andersen connector

TS-227 Clamp set for OptiMate PRO8-S & AccuMate PRO5 Output clamp set (with polarizing clip on cable connector)

TS-232 New clamp set for OptiMate PRO4-S (2007 onwards)

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TS-02

TS-21

TM-131

TS-218

The most affordable multi bank charger charges & maintains 5 batteries at the same time.

100% AUTOMATIC, BATTERY-INTERACTIVE & SAFE

Manage your battery stock more effectively & ensure that every

battery you sell will stay sold, by fully charging it before you sell it and

avoid problems caused by gradual discharge of batteries of showroom

or stored vehicles.

Connect 2 or more banks for fast charging of larger batteries.

3-step charging -1.8A constant current main charging stage.

Integral electronic protections with spark suppression system.

Optional charge cable extensions allow up to 15 ft/4,5m for maintaining

batteries on vehicles.

Comes with wall mounts for convenient placement.

The power sport world’s most successful tester-desulfater-charger designed for all 12V power sport batteries & recommended by many

major power sport OEs.

LOADTESTER / INITIALIZER / DESULFATOR / CHARGER

The load tester assesses real state of health of STD/AGM/GEL batteries,

the power desulfater program revives ‘dead’ batteries from as low as 1V

and the multi-stage charger can initialize a new battery in 30 minutes.

The load tester & charger and automatic desulfater for all 12V lead-acid

batteries from 2 to 45Ah - for shops servicing all motorcycles, ATVs,

personal water craft, snowmobiles & ride on mowers.

The ‘smaller’ tester-desulfater-charger designed for all power sport batteries up to 9Ah used in small motor

cycles, scooters & ride-on mowers.

LOADTESTER / INITIALIZER / DESULFATOR / CHARGER

The load tester assesses real state of health of STD/AGM/GEL batteries,

the power desulfater program revives ‘dead’ batteries from as low as 1V

and the multi-stage charger can initialize a new battery in 30 minutes.

The load tester & charger and automatic desulfater for smaller 12V lead-

acid batteries from 2 to 9Ah.

For shops servicing mo-peds, scooters, small motorcycles, off-road

motorcycles or ride on mowers with electric start.

TS-218 Metal L-bracket for use with BatteryMates, OptiMate PRO 4 & 8 models. Allows for convenient placement of the charger against the wall.

Prevents accidental damage to the unit and frees up worktable space.

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General battery charging facts

What is CCA? - Cold Cranking Amps is a rating used in the battery industry to defi ne a battery’s ability to start an engine

in cold temperatures. The rating is the number of amps a new, fully charged battery can deliver at 0°F / -18°C for 30

seconds, while maintaining a voltage of at least 7.2 volts, for a 12 volt battery. The higher the CCA rating, the greater the

starting power of the battery. The higher the temperature the higher the CCA capability of the battery, conversely the lower

the temperature the less CCA it can deliver. This is why batteries with higher CCA ratings are in demand in cold climates.

Amp Hour Rating - An Amp hour is defi ned as the number of hours a new, fully charged battery is able to deliver a fi xed

current down to a battery voltage of 10.5 volts. Powersport batteries have a 10 hour rating which means, the Amp hour is

rated according to the fi xed current drawn in 10 hours to a voltage of 10.5V. Automotive & marine usually have a 20 hour

rating.

SLI - Description applied to batteries used for Starting, Lighting & Ignition.

AGM - Absorbed Glass Mat - All Yuasa YTX & YTZ, GS GTX, Odyssey DryCell, East Penn (Harley) batteries are of this

type. It means that no liquid electrolyte is present as it has all been absorbed into the fi breglass mats that are fi tted

between & are in contact with the lead plates. Mounting position is usually relatively upright, but the technology allows it

to be positioned on it’s side or permanently tilted up to a 90 degree angle.

MF - A term used by Yuasa to indentify their powersport AGM battery range (YTX & YTZ types). The maintenance free

term refers to electrolyte maintenance only. There are many companies that manufacture identical copies of Yuasa

batteries. Companies that are licenced to use this symbol will display it on their batteries.

Not to be confused with Maintenance Free explanation below. *

VRLA - Valve Regulating Lead-Acid battery - A sealed battery that has release valves for excess pressure created by

over charging. All sealed batteries have pressure regulating valves, but the type of battery referred to here usually has

electrolyte in liquid form. Mounting position is upright.

GEL - A sealed battery which has electrolyte in GEL form. The electrolyte remains between & in contact with the plates

and the slow fl ow rate of GEL allows the battery to be tilted. Mounting position is usually upright or close to vertical.

* Maintenance Free Batteries - Do not exist in rechargeable form. The only maintenance free battery is a disposable

battery. Any battery that requires recharging and / or maintenance charging during storage cannot be termed as main-

tenance free. The maintenance free term refers to electrolyte maintenance only. Once electrolyte is added to a ‘sealed’

battery and the caps are fi tted at the factory or by the dealer (in case of batteries that are delivered with acid packs), no

further electrolyte maintenance is required.

1 : Can the vehicle’s charging system recharge a deeply discharged battery after jump starting?

A vehicle’s charging system has been designed to supply power to the electrical system at a voltage not exceeding

14.5V, very much like a standard battery charger. For this reason a vehicle’s charging system cannot deliver suffi cient

charge to effectively reverse sulfation, even if the battery is only partially sulfated. It is likely that a battery is always going to

present starting problems and it will be doomed to a short life if not properly desulfted and fully recharged.

2 : The larger the battery the higher the current rating of the charger to correctly maintain the battery.

To maintain a battery without causing damage or loss of electrolyte, voltage is the critical factor, not current. Once

the battery is fully charged it requires a few milli-amps to overcome its own resistance (which causes self-discharge).

Connected devices such as an alarm, trip computer etc. may add to the current draw, but it should still remain in the low

milli-amp range.

3 : Any “maintenance” charger will do; they all maintain batteries just as well as the next.

First this fact: A battery receiving a maintenance voltage lower than recommended will suffer low level sulfation build up

over a period of time that will result in a shorter service life.

There are a number of smart chargers on the market with a controlled maintenance mode. Many automatic smart

chargers, especially those designed long before AGM batteries became popular, are set not to overcharge fi ller cap / wet

cell batteries that require a lower maintenance charge voltage setting than AGM. That is why standard smart chargers

manufacturers tend to set maintenance voltage at 13,2V.

Per the manufacturer specifi cations of sealed AGM batteries (including MF motorcycle type) the minimum maintenance

voltage is 13,5V to keep an AGM battery at 100% charge. All TecMate chargers are set to correctly maintain AGM and

fi ller cap batteries.

4 : Just add the acid to a new battery and it is ready to go !

NOT A GOOD IDEA. Such a battery will only ever deliver 70 to 80% of its capacity which is fi ne initially, but soon after

(within months) you will experience starting problems and the battery will fail sooner than expected.



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WHY? Once a fi ller cap / wet cell battery has been fi lled with acid and placed directly in the vehicle the fi rst ‘action’ the

battery sees is a very high starting current. Lead plates will have to pass current through partially activated areas which

will cause mechanical damage. In AGM batteries the acid absorbs into the fi ber glass mat separators between the plates.

If the acid is concentrated in the top part of the separator mats the lead plates in contact with the upper areas will have to

deliver most of the starting current.

BEFORE being installed in the vehicle a new fi ller cap / wet cell battery should be fi lled with clean battery acid (AGM “MF”

sealed motorcycle batteries are dleivered with a battery acid pack), and left to stand for at least 30 minutes (the larger the

battery the longer it should stand) and then be charged with an initializing charger such as OptiMate PRO-S, PRO2 or

PRO4-S that include cell balancing (equalization charging) in their charging method.

5 : Factory activated AGM batteries need no charging and are always good to go.

Even though good quality factory activated AGM batteries have been designed to remain fully charged for up to 12

months, ALL batteries self discharge faster in high temperature conditions (above 95°F / 35°C) which is typical for sealed

shipping containers, non ventilated warehouses where batteries are stored before they are shipped out to the dealer or

customer. The more the battery discharges the more lead sulfate is created.

Ideally stored batteries should be maintained at full charge or at least periodically recharged to remain 100% effective, or

at minimum completely recharged before installation with an OptiMate so that any sulfate buildup can be removed.

6 : Once a battery is fully charged it should not be charged again until the voltage drops below a certain level.

Lead-acid batteries last longest if maintained at the fully charged level, especially when not in use.

So, the key to how long it lasts mostly depends on how the battery is treated when it is not used. A fully charged battery

will generally maintain an adequate charge for a month, if it is not to warm and if no external current draining devices are

connected, or if the current draw due to vehicle alarm, computer etc. is normal.

However, it is recommended that the battery of any vehicle fi tted with an alarm, computer etc., and left to stand for a long

period of time should be supported by a good maintenance charger.

Batteries have a fi nite life. If a charger allows the battery to ‘cycle between discharged and fully charged, it reduces the

overall life of the battery. Some smart chargers provide only a very low current (as low as 10mA) which is often insuffi cient

to cope with parasitic loads (alarms, aged wiring, fl ashing light, bike computer) in modern vehicles. Some smart chargers

will only revert from maintenance to high current charging once the voltage has reduced to below 12,5V, or even 12,2V in

some cases. At 12,5V a sealed AGM/VRLA (including MF type) battery is only at 60% charge! Imagine if you want to go

riding just then?

The OptiMate provides current at 13,6V for 30 minutes in maintenance mode, then during the following 30 minutes

checks whether the battery can maintain its charge. This period is followed in turn by the next 30 minute period during

which charging is again offered to the battery. This cycle ensures that the current drawn by an alarm, computer and/or

the parasitic current loss through aged wiring will never cause a good battery to drop below 95% of full charge.

7 : Can any TecMate charger initialize a new battery?

TecMate chargers recommended for battery initializing are:

Professional level chargers:

30 minutes: BatteryMate 60-3 or BatteryMate 150-9

1 hour: OptiMate PRO-S

2- 3 hours: OptiMate PRO4-S

6 -12 hours: OptiMate PRO2 (the smaller the battery the shorter the initializing period).

Any OptiMate charger can be used for initializing if no other options exist, but to get the most out of the battery use the

chargers recommended above.

8 : Can any TecMate charger maintain a battery stored in or out a vehicle?

TecMate chargers such as OptiMate, OptiMate PRO, AccuMate, AccuMate PRO provide long term battery maintenance

until the battery is disconnected. BatteryMate professional level shop chargers will maintain the battery until the set timer

expires.

In a consistently high temperature environment (above 86°F / 30°C) the level of the electrolyte in fi ller cap batteries should

be regularly checked and topped up, and sealed batteries should be checked for signs of a loss of electrolyte (these are

typically condensation on the battery or within the vehicle’s battery compartment, or a bubbling or hissing noise).

For temperatures below 86°F / 30°C all batteries can be left connected, but again, the electrolyte level in fi ller cap

batteries should be periodically checked and topped up with distilled water if necessary.

OptiMate battery chargers offer better long term maintenance - See OptiMate facts on page 5.

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TM-08

TM-12

TM-84

TM-212

The Best Deal Charger !a 3-stage 0.9Amp charger ideal for maintaining 6V & 12V batteries (std fi ller

caps, sealed (MF) maintenance free and GEL.) of seasonally used or stored

vehicles, including classic vehicles and deep-cycle batteries used in stand-by

power applications.

Keeps the battery fully charged when not in use, without over-charging.

100 % SAFE - Includes an auto-resetting thermal fuse switch that prevents the

charger’s output circuit from exceeding a safe temperature.

Recommended for use on all types of lead-acid batteries up to 55Ah

Supplied with battery clips & permanent connector.

The 1.2Amp ‘classic’ maintainer / charger for 6V & 12V starter & stand-by batteries. Select the voltage, hook up the

battery & this reliable temperature compensated, 4-stage smart charger will do

the rest.

FULLY AUTOMATIC SMART CHARGER – hook it up and walk away.

AccuMate 6/12 will fully recharge your battery and then maintain it safely for as

long as you need to store the vehicle.

Integral electronic protections against short circuits at the clamps and wrong

polarity connections. Spark suppression system. No fuses to burn.

Recommended for use on all types of lead-acid batteries up to 75Ah


AccuMate V 1.8Amp 4-stage, automatic smart charger and maintainer specially designed for fast recharging of custom & standard cruiser & tour-

ing motorcycles batteries, under charged due to the low RPM of large V twin

motors when cruisin’ around town. The maintenance program is confi gured for

safe long term storage charging of batteries and is ideal for long term seasonal

storage of car & boat batteries too.

The ‘package’ includes an E-Z mount wall bracket / cord winder for people

who like their garage neat & tidy and a SAE adapter to hook up directly to a

previously fi tted standard battery snap cord.

Recommended for all types of lead-acid batteries from 7Ah to 100Ah


AccuMate PRO 12V - 24V a versatile, automatic 7Amp battery charger for lead-acid starter and deep cycle batteries of all types : fi ller cap types;

absorbed acid “MF” (AGM) for motorcycles; valve regulated (VRLA); & fl ooded

(wet) & GEL-electrolyte types.

Very easy to use - Select 12V or 24V charging output according to battery type,

then connect to battery and mains power. The rest is fully automatic.

In addition to its quick charging ability, it is ideal for long term maintenance of

the batteries of irregularly or seasonally used vehicles & appliances. such as,

golf trolleys & buggies, 4X4’s, pleasure boats, campers, emergency vehicles,

electrical sweepers & handling equipment.

Recommended for all types of batteries of minimum capacity -17Ah (12V) or

9Ah (24V)


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Documents

TecMATE Battery Chargers Catalog - 2010