Charging time Dive Rite wreck 1 Lead sealed battery

[Scubamedicjoe]

I Have lost my manual so I ordered new battery and charger the new auto sensing ect, any way my old batteries the lead sealed type for a Dive Rite wreck 1 (Lead sealed) battery. has the old square one single charge red light anyone remember how long to charge them for . Thanks sure hope someone can help with this.

 

[Jorgy]

I believe I have the same light (please see attached picture) however, the manual just refers to it as the Wreck light..........

As far as charging, I have the TOC brand charger........a red LED lights up when charging first starts and then dims and finally goes out when fully charged...........

The manual does not really address max charging time...........


1..........follow any charger/battery specific instructions you get with your light.......
2..........charging time varies form 4 to 12 hours or more...........
3..........there is a CAUTION - failure to disconnect your battery form the charger before leaving them unattended for extended periods of time may cause damage to these items..........

I just use the indicator light............

Hope this helps..........M

 

[Scubamedicjoe]

thats the one thanks allot , man the new batteries are expensive .

 

[Jorgy]

I know you said you ordered a new battery and charger........but just in case you need more check out this link............

The connectors and fuse holder can be found at Radio Shack....just need to solder it all together.......

M

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[deepstops]

The 2.9 amp/hr is one option but to get the most burn time, put a pair of Powersonic 2.3 amp/hr batts in parallel in there. (50% more burn time than the 2.9).

Also, that TOC charger is not a very good charger and will cook your batteries if left unattended. What you want for this size battery is a Battery Tender Junior (about $35 at Pep Boys or online)