How long do I need to charge my Somfy Li-ion motors?
Li-ion motors require 6 hours of charging to be fully charged.
Li-ion motors require 6 hours of charging to be fully charged.
Each battery wand requires 8 AA lithium batteries. To install the batteries, unscrew to cap and install the batteries as shown on the outside of the battery wand. Be sure you only use AA lithium batteries and do not combine old batteries with new.
No. The battery is designed for the full life of the motor.
Note: This pertains to Rollease Acmeda Motors only. The battery in the motor needs recharging.
Generally speaking, 500 cycles(1up/down = a cycle) but that depends on shade size and weight.
Yes. The charger can be left plugged into the motor longer than a charging cycle requires. This makes the motor into a hardwired solution with a battery backup.
No. The motor/battery both have integrated overcharge protection circuits. This means that the battery will limit the charge it will accept if plugged in longer than necessary.
A red light comes on to indicate fast charging of the battery. After fast charge is done, the light turns green and the remaining 3 hour charge becomes a trickle charge, optimizing battery performance.
It takes approximately 6 hours to fully charge the battery on your shade.
No. The motor can be charged while installed. Simply plug in the charger to the connector at the motor head.