PL6 & MPA Charging

Hi all - I just a have a quick question if I may.
I read somewhere but can't remember where? that there is a correct sequence for connecting the batteries balance lead and main power leads into a MPA board for parallel charging without the risk of damaging anything.
Can you please advise me which order this is supposed to be.

Many thanks

[bigbladelittleblade]

I connect everything apart from the batteries before I turn on the power supply, ie. power supply, PL6 and charging board, then I connect the balance lead before connecting the main battery lead on each battery in turn, and Ive never had any problems.

[dbull46]

Thanks Phil.
Thats just what I wanted to know.
I'm happy now, can go and charge my 3s packs without worrying.

[st200ol]

Yes connect all the balance leads first, reason is the 4A poly fuses will limit the current to 4A :-) if packs are at different charge levels and add a bit of an extra safety factor. Remember to check the heat sensitive strips on the poly fuses before starting the charge too.

[dbull46]

Yes connect all the balance leads first, reason is the 4A poly fuses will limit the current to 4A :-) if packs are at different charge levels and add a bit of an extra safety factor. Remember to check the heat sensitive strips on the poly fuses before starting the charge too.

I remember reading something like that now you have mentioned the reason for plugging in the balance leads first. Oh what joy to have a rubbish memory !
Thank you for the extra information on the heat sensitive strips.