NOCO Genius GEN5X2 Review
Product Description
NOCO Genius GEN5x2 onboard marine battery charger
Rugged, Compact, and Powerful
The NOCO Genius GEN5X2 is designed to charge and maintain up to two (2) 12-volt lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, including flooded, gel, AGM, and deep-cycle batteries.
Each 12-volt battery bank provides up to 5-amps of pure charging power, plus the GEN5x2 doubles as a battery maintainer and battery desulfator.
There's a 3-Year Warranty and it's certified to UL1236, ISO 8846, and 33 CFR 183.410. Avoids under-charging in cold weather down to -4F and avoids over-charging in hot weather. up to 104F.
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Product Features
Key Features of the NOCO Genius GEN5X2
Multiple banks - A two-bank onboard battery charger rated a 10-amps - 5-amps per bank - for 12-volt batteries, including marine, boat, starter, and deep-cycle batteries.
Charging modes - Independently charge and control each battery bank with selectable charging modes - including 12V, 12V AGM, 12V Lithium, and 12V Repair Mode - for all types of lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries.
Enjoy precision charging - An integrated thermal sensor detects the ambient temperature and alters the charge to eliminate over-charging in hot climates and under-charging in cold climates.
Charge dead batteries - Charges batteries as low as 1-volt. Or use the all-new force mode that allows you to take control and manually begin charging dead batteries down to zero volts.
Redefined mounting - A simplified mounting system allows for quick and easy installations in any direction - even up-side-down - with an integrated anti-vibration backing to isolate shock, vibration, and noise.
Designed for water - A fully-sealed and waterproof onboard battery charger with an ingress protection rating of IP68, but has survived brutal life cycle testing, including thousands of hours underwater.
What's in the box - GEN5X2 10-amp 2-bank waterproof onboard marine battery chargers (120-240VAC) with a 72-Inch (182cm) DC cables with 3/8-inch (M10) eyelets and a 72-inch (182cm) Type-B AC cable, (2) self-tapping mounting screws, user guide, and 3-year warranty.
Meet the all-new GEN5X2 - Similar to our GENM2, only better. It's 27% smaller and delivers 43% more power. It's one of the best performing onboard marine battery chargers we have ever made.
Fit type: Universal Fit. Avoids under-charging in cold weather down to -4F and avoids over-charging in hot weather up to 104F.
Product Information
Installation of a NOCO Genius Gen5x2 Charger and AC Port on Tracker boat.
Two batteries running trolling motor.
Tools Needed: -Drill -Drill Bits -Impact Driver - Stainless Steel Screws -2" Hole-saw Bits -Liquid Electrical Tape -Zip Ties.
Charging Modes
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The GEN Series has six (6) modes: Standby, 12V, 12V AGM, 12V LITHIUM, 12V REPAIR, and Force Mode. Some charge modes must be pressed and held for three (3)
to five (5) seconds to enter the mode.
These “Press and Hold” modes are advanced charging modes that require your full attention before selecting. It is important to
understand the differences and purpose of each charge mode. Do not operate the charger until you confirm the appropriate charge mode for your battery.
Connecting to the Battery.
Do not connect the AC power plug until all other connections are made. Identify the correct polarity of the battery terminals on the battery. Do not make any
connections to the carburetor, fuel lines, or thin, sheet metal parts. The below instructions are for a negative ground system (most common). If your boat or vehicle is
a positive ground system (very uncommon), follow the below instructions in reverse order.
1.) Connect the positive (red) eyelet terminal connector to the positive (POS,P,+) battery terminal.
2.) Connect the negative (black) eyelet terminal connector to the negative (NEG,N,-) battery terminal.
3.) Connect the battery charger into a suitable electrical outlet. Do not face the battery when making this connection.
4.) When disconnecting, disconnect in the reverse sequence, removing the negative first (or positive first for positive ground systems).
Begin Charging.
1.) Verify the voltage and chemistry of the battery.
2.) Confirm that you have connected the battery clamps or eyelet terminal connectors properly and the AC power plug is plugged into an electrical outlet.
3.) [First time use] The charger can now be left connected to the battery at all times to provide maintenance charging.
4.) Press the mode button to toggle to the appropriate charge mode (press and hold for three seconds to enter an advanced charge mode) for the voltage and
chemistry of your battery.
5.) The mode LED will illuminate the selected charge mode and the Charge LEDs will illuminate (depending on the health of the battery) indicating the charging
process has started.
6.) The charger can now be left connected to the battery at all times to provide maintenance charging.
Auto-Memory: The charger has built in auto-memory and will return to the last charge mode when connected. To change modes after the first use, press the mode button.
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