Topic: LESTER 36 VOLT CHARGER

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February 2, 2012 at 3:10 am #360771

puma11
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Today I spoke with George at LESTER and he stated that the 36V charger I purchased from BC would not properly charge AGM batteries,thats was a big surprise to me.Does anyone else know anything about this?Thanks.

February 2, 2012 at 3:46 am #360773

Bass Cat Boats
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They dont vent and can expand, though they have worked fine for many.

February 2, 2012 at 4:35 am #360776

Bass Cat Boats
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So does BC stock the correct charger to charge AGM batteries?

February 2, 2012 at 4:48 am #360779

Bass Cat Boats
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That is the only Lester charger we know of that BCB stocks. Perhaps parts could help more tomorrow.

February 3, 2012 at 3:49 pm #360782

puma11
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Is anyone using a Lester charger to charge AGM Batteries?Thanks.

February 3, 2012 at 5:47 pm #360785

Bass Cat Boats
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Yes, I have a Lester that I use on a 24-volt setup with AGMs. Yes, Lester says they would not recommend this charger for AGMs. I suspect the reason is that the charging voltage exceeds 14.6V, which is the limit for AGM batteries according to some manufacturers, to avoid overheating, according to the internet. I, however, like my Lester charger, it charges fast, the batteries dont get hot, and Im not real worried about what the internet says, or battery charger manufacturers for that matter, or battery experts for that matter. Ill just see what happens. So far so good.Steve

February 3, 2012 at 11:56 pm #360788

Bass Cat Boats
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Steve echod our experience. We have had excellent results with all and Iaconelli, Tucker, Short, Niggemeyer, Stone, Crews and more all use Lesters on tour. No issues so far, just dont overcharge.
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