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A Quick Guide to Charging Your Power Porter Battery

In today’s world, keeping batteries charged can feel like a never-ending task. While some gadgets running out of juice—like your phone—might feel liberating during a fishing trip, your Power Porter battery running flat is another story entirely. To ensure your barrow is always ready when you are, here’s a simple, user-friendly guide to charging your battery and maximising its lifespan.

How to Charge Your Battery

Charging your Power Porter battery is a straightforward process:

Unplug the Battery: Disconnect the battery from the barrow.
Plug in the Charger: Connect the charger to the same port on the battery.
Monitor the Charger Lights:
- The charger’s yellow light indicates it’s in bulk charge mode (fast charging).
- Once fully charged, the light turns green, signalling that the battery is ready to use.

It’s best to unplug the battery as soon as it’s fully charged. Leaving it connected to the charger unnecessarily can reduce its lifespan and waste energy. If your plug socket is close enough, you don’t even need to remove the battery from the barrow to charge it—convenience at its finest!

For tips on storing your battery when not in use for extended periods, check out our battery storage guide.

When to Charge Your Battery

While charging your battery is easy, doing it at the right time ensures optimal performance and longevity.

Avoid Charging After Every Trip: Constant charging isn’t ideal. Instead, wait until the battery has been used significantly.
Don’t Run It Flat: While it’s great to use the battery extensively between charges, avoid letting it drain completely. Running it too low can shorten its lifespan.
Charge When Necessary: If the hand controller’s light turns amber, it’s time to recharge. This helps strike a balance between minimising charging frequency and ensuring you don’t get caught short during a session.

If you often fish at the same venue, you’ll quickly learn how far your battery can take you and how many trips it can handle before requiring a recharge.

What to Expect During Charging

While your battery is charging, you may notice that the charger gets warm—this is completely normal.

Heat Dissipation: The charger casing features built-in fins designed to act as a heat sink, dissipating heat during the bulk charging phase.
Warm but Not Hot: While the charger will feel warm to the touch, it should never be too hot to handle. If it feels uncomfortably hot, unplug it immediately and contact us to check for any potential faults.

To ensure safe and efficient charging:

Keep the charger out of direct sunlight.
Store and use the charger in a cool, ventilated area.

Pro Tips for Longer Battery Life

Charge as Needed: Overcharging and unnecessary charging can reduce battery efficiency. Only charge it when you anticipate needing it for a trip.
Monitor Usage: Pay attention to how long your battery lasts and charge accordingly to avoid mid-trip power issues.
Stay Cool: Keep the charger and battery in cool environments to prevent overheating.

Conclusion

Charging your Power Porter battery is a simple task that’s essential for ensuring your barrow delivers reliable performance on every trip. By following these guidelines, you’ll not only make charging hassle-free but also help maximise the lifespan of your battery.

If you have any concerns or need further assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re here to help keep you powered up and ready for your next fishing adventure!