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  1. MrDecaf

    Connect charger directly to bike controller? (For testing.)

    I tried unsuccessfully to trickle charge the 12S battery pack. Opening the pack to gain access to the the cells looked impossible without destroying the BMS. I cut the cables for future use, and I plan to take the unopened pack to the recycling center. I am undecided about purchasing a 48V...
  2. MrDecaf

    Connect charger directly to bike controller? (For testing.)

    I went ahead with connecting the Cycle Satiator directly to the bike controller, where the battery would ordinarily connect. I selected the preconfigured profile for charging a 48V battery at 7A, and I did a “Force Start.” The good news: Lights on the controller lit up; the headlight lit up...
  3. MrDecaf

    Connect charger directly to bike controller? (For testing.)

    That makes sense it sounds like I should plan on replacing the controller, anyway
  4. MrDecaf

    Connect charger directly to bike controller? (For testing.)

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  5. MrDecaf

    Connect charger directly to bike controller? (For testing.)

    I think that is what normally happens. The Cycle Satiator has a “Force Charge” feature, but might still do that, even if I do a force charge. I guess I could try it, and see what happens. If it shuts off immediately, it’s probably not a good test. Thanks.
  6. MrDecaf

    Connect charger directly to bike controller? (For testing.)

    I have a bike with a dead 12S 2P lithium-ion battery pack. The label on the dead battery says 44.4V. I am considering replacing the 44.4V battery pack with a 48V battery pack, because 48V is more standard. I am thinking about connecting a Cycle Satiator charger with a 48V 8A profile directly...
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