Manufacturer | CTEK |
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Brand | CTEK |
Model | 56-353 |
Item Weight | 1.76 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 7.52 x 3.5 x 1.89 inches |
Item model number | 56-353 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Exterior | Machined |
Manufacturer Part Number | 56-353 |
OEM Part Number | 56-353 |
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Brand | CTEK |
Color | Black |
Product Dimensions | 8.5"D x 1"W x 3.5"H |
Item Weight | 1.76 Pounds |
Input Voltage | 12 Volts |
About this item
- Fit Type: Universal Fit
- Included Components: 1 Charger, Clamps, Eyelets
- Includes two interchangeable connection leads, one with clamps, and one with eyelet terminals
- Eight step, automatic switch charging and four separate charge modes that together allow for easy, convenient, no-watch battery charging
- Charges 12-volt lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, Gel, AGM and Ca) from 14Ah to 150Ah (charging) or 14Ah to 225Ah (maintenance)
- Maintenance pulse charging increases battery life and gives superb performance, and patented desulphation functionality allows for the recovery of slightly sulphated batteries
- Compact design with mounting holes allows for permanent assembly, making this charger ideal for virtually any vehicle batteries up to 150Ah
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Easy to use | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Safety Features | 4.7 | — | 4.9 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.6 | — | 4.3 | 4.4 |
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input voltage | 12 volts | 120 volts | 110 volts of alternating current | 12 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts |
battery charge time | — | 10 hours | — | 1 hours | 10 hours | — |
weight | 1.76 pounds | 1.23 pounds | 1.15 pounds | — | 3.99 pounds | 0.6 pounds |
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Maximizing Battery Performance isn’t just a slogan – it’s right at the heart of everything we do and every product we make. It means we push the boundaries of research and development to bring new battery charging technologies to the market. And we’re ahead of the competition because we constantly improve and constantly innovate. Where others have diversified, we remain focused on maximizing battery performance.
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CTEK MULTI US 7002
Fast and powerful charging
CTEK’s MULTI US 7002 12V smart battery charger, maintainer and power supply is perfect for larger cars and trucks. It works whatever the weather and temperature, and it’s safe and easy to use. The MULTI US 7002 has been specially designed so it won’t damage your vehicle’s sensitive electronics and it will never overcharge or undercharge. It has a patented desulphation function, a ‘RECOND’ reconditioning mode that, restores deeply discharged batteries, and a handy 12V 'SUPPLY' mode to protect vehicle data settings if you need to remove the battery.
Connect and Forget operation
Power Supply Mode
The MULTI US 7002 can be used as a 12V power supply so your vehicle's data settings won't be lost if you need to remove the battery.
Patented Desulphation program and ‘RECOND’ mode
Unused batteries lose their power and their life can be shortened through sulphation. The MULTI US 7002 analyzes the state of the battery and, if possible, recovers the battery and its health. Reconditioning mode restores stratified and deeply discharged batteries, making it the perfect choice for vehicles that have been in storage for long periods of time.
Safe and Easy to Use
The MULTI US 7002 has non sparking, reverse polarity protected clamps. It’s short circuit proof with clean voltage and current delivery to ensure there are no surges or spikes.
- Powerful and fast 12V battery charger and maintainer
- Ideal charger for larger vehicles such as SUVs and trucks
- Perfect for use in all weather, whatever the temperature
- 12V power supply mode when you need to remove your vehicle’s battery
- Patented desulphation function
- ‘RECOND’ mode to restore stratified and deeply discharged batteries
- Splash proof, dustproof and short circuit proof
- Non sparking, reverse polarity protected clamps
Powerful and fast smart charging for larger vehicles
· Fully automatic, 8-step charging and maintaining
· Certified for use between -4°F and +122°F
· Power supply for 12V equipment up to 7A
Accessories Available to Take Your Chargers to the Next Level (Sold Separately)
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CTEK BUMPER (40-058)Protect your charger and your vehicle. The CTEK Bumper is a silicon rubber case to protect both the CTEK MUS 7002 battery charger as well as your vehicle's paintwork from being damaged by hitting hard surfaces or your vehicle |
CTEK COMFORT CONNECT CIG PLUG (56-263)CTEK Cig-Plug (Part No. 56-263) enables charging the battery through a cigarette lighter outlet. It eliminates any hassle; simply charge from within the car. Note: The socket in the vehicle must be live when the ignition is in the “off” position to charge your battery using this accessory. |
CTEK COMFORT CONNECT INDICATOR EYELET (56-382)Comfort Indicator Eyelet is designed for permanent installation with a direct connection to the battery. For use with CTEK chargers, it enables you to charge batteries that are in hard to reach places or where using clamps is inconvenient or impossible. Extended cable length 19.6 inches. |
CTEK COMFORT CONNECT EXTENSION CABLE (56-304)Give yourself more length for ease-of-charging. The CTEK Comfort Connect Extension Cable extends the reach of your CTEK US 0.8 battery charger with additional cable length of 8.2 ft. |
CTEK MULTI US 7002 Technical Specifications
Input voltage AC | 85-125VAC, 50-60Hz |
Output voltage | Nominal: 12V |
Min. battery voltage required | 2.0V |
Efficiency | HIGH 85% |
Charging voltage | 14.4V / 14.7V |
Charging current | 7A max |
Ambient temperature | -4°F to +122°F, output power is reduced automatically at higher temperatures |
Type of charger | 8 step, fully automatic switch mode with pulse maintenance |
Type of batteries | 12V lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, AGM, GEL and Ca) |
Battery capacity | 14-225Ah |
Insulation | IP65 (splash and dustproof) |
Product Description
Product Description
CTEK Power's Multi US 7002 is a primary switch mode battery charger with pulse maintenance, representing state-of-the-art technology for battery charging. The Multi US 7002 features multiple charging modes, as well as a unique 8-step charging curve. Taken together these refined and new technologies allow the Multi US 7002 to move far beyond the capabilities of other 12V chargers, even to the point of determining whether a battery can hold the charge given, and in the process ensure that each of your lead-acid vehicle batteries gets the best possible care.
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CTEK Power's Multi US 7002 is a primary switch mode battery charger with pulse maintenance, representing state-of-the-art technology for battery charging. The Multi US 7002 features multiple charging modes, as well as a unique 8-step charging curve. Taken together these refined and new technologies allow the Multi US 7002 to move far beyond the capabilities of other 12V chargers, even to the point of determining whether a battery can hold the charge given, and in the process ensure that each of your lead-acid vehicle batteries gets the best possible care. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -15px; } table.callout { font-family: verdana; font-size: 11px; line-height: 1. 3em; } td.vgoverview { height: 125px; background: #9DC4D8 url(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; padding-bottom: 10px; width: 250px; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12px; }
Eight-step Automatic Battery Charging Cycle
Going forward, there is no need for any specific knowledge of batteries or their charging methods; CTEK's Multi US 7002 will take care of that. Once you switched to the preferred mode, the charger takes its own readings and then begins to charge the battery in 8 steps. These include: desulphation, allowing for possible reconditioning of batteries that have lost power due nonuse.; Soft Start, which charges until the battery's terminal voltage has risen to a preset level; Bulk, in which primary charging to approximately 80% occurs; Absorption, a final charging stage where voltage is kept at a preset level; Analysis, during which charging a suspended and voltage measured; Recondition, where the battery is fed a constant current of 1.5A and maximum voltage of 15.7V; Float, during which constant voltage is maintained; and finally Pulse/Maintenance Charging, in which the battery receives a pulse of electricity when the voltage drops below 95%, keeping the battery in perfect condition indefinitely when it is not used. The Multi US 7002 is also perfectly suited for Optima Yellow Top batteries and can also be connected for months, which is ideal for seasonal vehicles.
Safe, automatic charging, utilizing three separate modes, suitable for all-weather conditions.
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8-step battery charging explained.
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Includes alligator clips with cables for instant connections, and a set of battery cables with eyelet terminals for semi-permanent installation.
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Various modes for flexibility in charging.
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The Multi US 7002 is specifically developed for different needs, vehicles and batteries. With this in mind users can choose between several different modes. These include: Normal, for wet, maintenance-free and most Gel batteries; Cold Weather mode, recommended for use in conditions <41°F; Supply Mode, a maintenance mode supplying a constant voltage of 13.6V; and Recond Mode, a unique mode used to recondition batteries that have been severely discharged.
Charging for All-weather Conditions
A very light and compact charger, but still extremely robust and water and dust resistant (IP65 classification), the Multi US 7002 is designed to charge and maintain batteries, no matter the weather, temperature or situation. The Multi US 7002 is certified for use between –4°F and +122°F. In order to make things easier and more convenient, the Comfort Connect (eyelet terminals) can be permanently connected to the vehicle’s battery.
Designed for Safety and Compatibility
All CTEK models are designed to consider the safety of the user. They are spark free, making the connection much easier and safer considering the gases batteries normally produce. The Multi US 7002 is also protected from reverse-polarity connections and is short-circuit proof. A red light on the charger will simply indicate that the charging cannot begin until the user has connected the charger correctly.
Key Features:
- Eight step, automatic switch charging, with patented desulfation functionality to recondition batteries that have lost power due to non use.
- Charges 12-volt lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, Gel, AGM and Ca).
- Maintenance pulse charging increases battery life and gives superb performance.
- Multiple modes including: Normal, for wet, maintenance-free and most Gel batteries; Cold Weather mode; Supply Mode, a maintenance mode supplying a constant voltage of 13.6V; and Recond Mode, a unique mode used to recondition batteries that have been severely discharged.
- Low back current drain, low ripple and input voltage independent.
- Delivered with two interchangeable connection leads, one with clamps, and one with eyelet terminals.
- The charger can be connected for months, ideal for seasonal vehicles, and compact design with mounting holes allows for permanent assembly.
- 5 year limited warranty.
US 800 UC 800 Multi US 3300 Multi US 7002 Input voltage AC: 100–120VAC, 50–60Hz 100–120VAC, 50–60Hz 100–120VAC, 50–60Hz 100–120VAC, 50–60Hz Output voltage: Nominal:12V Nominal: 6V Nominal:12V Nominal:12V Efficiency: High 85% High 85% High 85% High 85% Charging voltage: 14.4V 7.2V 14.4V/14.7V 14.4V/14.7V Charging current: 0.8A max 0.8A max 0.8/3.3A max 7A max Back current drain*: <1mAh <1mAh <1Ah per month <1Ah per month Ripple**: ~2% ~2% ~2% ~4% Ambient temperature: -4°F to +122°F -4°F to +122°F -4°F to +122°F -4°F to +122°F Type of charger: 4 step, fully automatic switch mode with pulse maintenance 4 step, fully automatic switch mode with pulse maintenance 4 step, fully automatic switch mode with pulse maintenance 8 step, fully automatic switch mode with float pulse/maintenance Type of batteries: 12V lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, AGM and most GEL) 6V lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, AGM and most GEL) 12V lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, AGM, GEL and Ca) 12V lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, AGM, GEL and Ca) Battery capacity: 1.2–32Ah (charging) 1.2–100Ah (maintenance) 1.2–32Ah (charging) 1.2–100Ah (maintenance) 1.2–75Ah (charging) 1.2–120Ah (maintenance) 14-150Ah (charging)
14-225Ah (maintenance) Dimensions (L x W x H): 5½ x 2 x 1½ inches 5½ x 2 x 1½ inches 6½ x 2⅜ x 1½ inches 8½ x 3½ x 1⅞ inches Insulation class: IP65 (splash and dust proof) IP65 (splash and dust proof) IP65 (splash and dust proof) IP65 (splash and dust proof) Weight: 0.7lbs 0.7lbs 1.1lbs 1.7lbs * Back current drain is what drains the battery if the charger is connected without the power cord connected.
** Ripple describes the quality of the current and voltage. A high current ripple heats the battery and shortens its life. A linear charger has a current ripple of 70–400% which is much larger than the maximum 5% for a modern sealed battery. High voltage ripple could harm other equipment that is connected to the battery. The Multi US 7002 delivers voltage and current with very low ripple. The battery has a long service life and there is no risk of damage to other electronic devices connected to the battery.
What's in the Box
1-CTEK Multi US 7002 12V battery charger, 1-set of battery cables with battery terminal clips, 1-set of battery cables with eyelet terminals, detailed instructions.
5-Year Limited Warranty
CTEK Sweden AB, provides a 5-year limited, nontransferable warranty issued from the date of purchase to the original purchaser of this product against defects in workmanship or materials.
About CTEK Power, Inc.
CTEK Power Inc. designs and develops a unique series of battery chargers and special solutions for all types of lead-acid batteries for both personal and professional use. Safety, simplicity and flexibility are key words and requirements that apply to all the products and solutions developed and sold by CTEK. CTEK has sold more than two million battery chargers worldwide, and has its own operations in the US and China, with main and development offices are located in Vikmanshyttan, Dalarna, Sweden.
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Best Sellers Rank | #42,301 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #227 in Battery Chargers |
Date First Available | December 15, 2006 |
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Customers like the quality, size, ease of use, value, and battery life of the charger. They mention that the connectors are high quality, it runs cooler, and is compact. Some are also happy with performance, and charging. That said, opinions are mixed on the heat.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the CTEK Unit. They mention that it works well as expected, is flawless, and does an excellent job as both a battery charger and a float charging unit. They also mention that the device is more functional, more powerful, and less expensive. Overall, customers recommend this product for its high performance and versatility.
"...The 7002 is more functional, more powerful, and less expensive. I won't be using another battery charger brand...." Read more
"...They work well. One thing that would make it a better product is designing it with a large, permanent heat sink on it...." Read more
"...Both test well in both load load tests and specific-gravity fluid tests, so for me the second maintainer is an easy choice...." Read more
"Title sums up my review. Purchased in 2015 and it's still working great...." Read more
Customers like the charging capabilities of the battery charger. They mention that it is a great charger that does everything that their manual describes, and it's pretty smart. It has the expected charging, maintenance, and recovery modes, and is able to charge a car battery. It's also one of the best chargers on the market for ease of use and safety features.
"It is easy to use, plug in AC power and it charges my Sprinter van battery. The indicator status lights shows the progress of the charging...." Read more
"...This is a smart charger that does multiple things and is not just a cheap trickle charger. No brainer!..." Read more
"...I read reviews about this one and gave it a try and it charged up my battery like a charm! Highly recommended!" Read more
"This replaced an earlier CTEK - 3300 I had for 14 years. The charger works really well and if it has the reliability that I had with the CTEK 3300,..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the charger. They say it responds properly to greatly extend battery life, and it keeps those batteries fully charged and healthy, even in cold weather. It will not over charge or under charge the battery, and so far, it has never failed to charge every battery every time.
"...(NOT a trickle charger), but it's also got possibly the best battery maintainer/trickle charging ability that currently exists on the market...." Read more
"...So far, it has never failed to charge every battery every time...." Read more
"...This keeps it fully charged and ready to go. I also use the CTEK extension cable to connect as the battery is in the bottom of the trunk." Read more
"...Original writeup>Very nice unit. Very well designed. Very healthy for batteries...." Read more
Customers find the battery charger easy to use. They mention that it is very simple to use, and the setup process is simple. The battery progress is easy to understand, and it easily connects to the charger via a nifty, clean-tech looking adapter. Customers also appreciate the convenience of the charger, saying that it's really handy for the garage and can just lie on their work bench.
"...It's really handy for the garage and allows the charger to just lie on your work bench." Read more
"It is easy to use, plug in AC power and it charges my Sprinter van battery. The indicator status lights shows the progress of the charging...." Read more
"...This keeps it fully charged and ready to go. I also use the CTEK extension cable to connect as the battery is in the bottom of the trunk." Read more
"...The unit is very easy to use and requires no settings...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the battery charger. They say it's worth every penny, an excellent charger and cheap insurance. They also appreciate the charger's versatility and say that it can do multiple things.
"...The 7002 is more functional, more powerful, and less expensive. I won't be using another battery charger brand...." Read more
"...This is a smart charger that does multiple things and is not just a cheap trickle charger. No brainer!..." Read more
"...I would recommend the CTEK US 7002 in all honesty. Ya it's expensive but you get you what you pay for...." Read more
"...The batteries are well over $150 each, so easy to justify financially...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the charger. They mention it has a high-quality build, and is durable. The connectors that they use are high quality, and clip together nicely. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and durability of the product.
"...This is a very good product. I am a believer." Read more
"...This is well built and has always worked for me...." Read more
"This is a great quality product...." Read more
"...I am giving the charger 5 stars for build quality, and the fact that it seems to work better than my Schumacher at making my battery usable again...." Read more
Customers like the size of the charger. They say it's compact and easy to use, and it' s smaller than other 3 stage chargers. Some customers also say that the size is deceiving and unobtrusive.
"...Its compact enough I keep one in the camper for emergencies...." Read more
"...Select mode 2) Its water resistant 3) Compact and lightweight 4)..." Read more
"...It's quiet, lightweight, and has enough weather protection to leave out in the cold or heat...." Read more
"...Not only does it keep my batteries in good condition, but it is small and portable enough to lend to your friends and loved ones...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heat of the charger. Some mention that it has no fan, but it doesn't overheat. However, others say that the unit does tend to get pretty hot during the bulking phase. The charger does not meet its ambient temperature specification, and it can get toasty.
"...The CTEK 7002 gets warm, to be sure, but it never breaks 100 F even in 92+ degree ambient temps...." Read more
"...vehicles, it goes into trickle mode when the battery is charged, it gets warm, but not hot, and it's just an all around great product that does what..." Read more
"...The unit gets hot when drawing a lot of current, especially in hot weather...." Read more
"...BUT... as a charger it get toasty. VERY toasty. Hot enough I would not leave this unattended or charing overnight in bulk charging mode...." Read more
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I appreciate that CTEK makes it impossible for it to overcharge the battery OR damage my car's electrical system. The Porsche Techquipment charger is a rebranded and simplified MUS 3300 which they sell for over $200 USD. The 7002 is more functional, more powerful, and less expensive. I won't be using another battery charger brand. CTEK keeps earning my business.
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I have been using this for a few months now, on four different batteries (2006 Toyota 4Runner 4.7 V8, 2013 Nissan Altima 3.5 V6, 2013 Ford Explorer 2.0T, 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 SOHC). The 2003 Explorer battery is 3 years old and the 4Runner battery is 5 years old and I live in Central Florida (hot hot heat for most of the year). Each of these were minimally affected by a Battery Tender Plus even when left on that for an entire week.
I suspect that some people who use the smaller MUS 4.3 charger CTEK (56-864) MUS 4.3 12 Volt Fully Automatic 8 Step Battery Charger and have reported that it will not fully charge a larger battery that is badly depleted, should investigate upgrading to this (7002) charger. It simply pushes more current than the MUS 4.3. For badly discharged batteries, there is often a "hump" of current that, if a charger cannot supply, then the battery simply will not begin to charge. However, connecting to a charger that is more powerful usually remedies this issue. The 7002 has enough juice for car and truck batteries that you don't need to jump-start the battery with an old fashioned 30-amp+ jump-starting-machine. It's significantly more powerful than a trickle charger.
Also, every Battery Tender I've used gets VERY hot when charging. Their metal cases become uncomfortable to touch, with their surfaces exceeding 135 F according to my IR thermometer. The CTEK 7002 gets warm, to be sure, but it never breaks 100 F even in 92+ degree ambient temps. I bought the rubber protective cover and this allows one to stand the charger on its edge (with the display facing you), also providing additional cooling. CTEK 40-058 Bumper For Battery Charger 7002 Money well spent.
The CTEK pulsed voltage charging is a patented technology that truly does extend battery life. This is not only an excellent battery charger (NOT a trickle charger), but it's also got possibly the best battery maintainer/trickle charging ability that currently exists on the market. There's a reason CTEK are the factory provided chargers for Mercedes Benz, Audi, Porsche, VW, BMW, Lamborghini, Bentley, and Corvette, to name a few. In fact, the C7 Corvette Stingray has a CTEK charging port in its cargo area built-in, right from the factory.
The little experience I do have with a NOCO G7200, it didn't charge a battery any faster than this CTEK 7002 on a depleted Odyssey deep cycle AGM battery. In fact, the NOCO was basically stuck at a 25% on the readout for about 24 hours. Unplugging and plugging the charger did not reset the display. Switching to the CTEK 7002 it has more vague (but likely more honest) indicators and it remained in bulk charging mode for several hours (10+). I disconnected the battery and let it sit for several days and it was still indicating 99+% on the battery tester after the wait period. Both chargers were in AGM mode (as this was an AGM battery). The NOCO got noticeably warmer than the CTEK, but not as warm as some Battery Tenders I've used.
I certainly wouldn't recommend against a NOCO, but they certainly are not on-par with CTEK. Buy once, cry once. The added bonus of it being impossible for the CTEK to overcharge a healthy battery is a very nice plus...adds warm fuzzies inside for me.
Lastly, a note: All chargers are going to be sensitive to the quality of the electricity supplied to them. If you have frequent brown-outs, or noisy (low quality) electrical service, go ahead an grab something like the Triplite IsoBar 2 UltraBlok to plug the CTEK into Tripp Lite Isobar 2 Outlet Direct Plug-in Surge Protector/Suppressor Diagnostic LEDs (ULTRABLOK) . It will protect the charger and the vehicle/battery being charged. Also, If you use a std extension cord between the CTEK and the outlet, use at least 12/3 AWG cord. Many beefy-LOOKING extension cords are actually 18 AWG (significantly smaller) and this can put a strain on the charger. I also invested in the comfort connect extension cord CTEK 56-304-1 Comfort Connect Extension Cable, 8.2 Feet . This cord can be smaller in AWG because it is only carrying DC current, not AC. It's really handy for the garage and allows the charger to just lie on your work bench.
I searched on Google for the best car battery chargers for 2019 and discovered a list of five. They considered the CTEK 7002 as the best. What sold me was a video with Jay Leno (the former talk show host who has lots of cars). He said that all the expensive cars (Mercedes Benz, Porche, Ferrarri, Lamborgini, BMW, etc.) recommended the CTEK products.
That sold me. It will charge both the AGM and normal batteries. All you have to do is to select which battery type you are charging and connect the cables. It does take a long time to charge. On my AGM battery, the CTEK took about an hour. The CTEK 7002 goes through several steps of analysis and charging. But, it will never overcharge! You can walk away and come back at your convience.
My normal battery (the one that I had just bought from AutoZone) took two hours. Apparently, even though it was brand new, it was only charged up to 80%. The CTEK brought it up to 100%. Again, all I had to do was to select Normal battery and connect the cables to the battery. Then, I walked away to do other things.
Oh, on newer cars, if you remove a battery, apparently, you loose memorized settings for your car. The CTEK has a setting where it provides 13volts to your car's electrical system while you remove a bad battery and replace it. This way you do not loose all your memorized settings.
This is a very good product. I am a believer.
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