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chAmp Charger
User Manual
Read this instruction before the charger is taken into use.
Keep this manual within easy reach for the user of this battery charger
Warning
-Explosive gases
–prevent flames and sparks- Provide adequate ventilation during charging.
-Do not use non rechargeable batteries
For indoor use
Disconnect the supply before making or breaking connection to the battery.
When charging batteries explosive gasses may occur
–ware eye protection
General
The chAmp Charger is suitable both for Freely Ventilated- (Wet) and Valve regulated- (Dry) lead/acid batteries.
The charger is small and very compact and can therefore easily be fitted close to the battery.
The charger operates in high frequency and should be connected to a standard 230V mains connection. The
built in electronics controls the charging process according to the chosen charging algorithm.
During charging the charging progress is displayed with status indicator LED on the front panel. The internal
electronics is also controlling the charging progress with regards to temperature in the charger and time. If a
fault occurs in some cells or the temperature rises the charging current will be limited. If you have a special
requirement of charging algorithm or application, please contact Your supplier.
Installation
The chAmp Charger is suited for indoor and outdoor use.
It can be used positioned horizontally on a table or a shelf, hang on a wall or as a built-in charger in the vehicle
or machinery.
The charger can be with fixed connection to the battery or with conventional connectors.
Position the charger in such a way that the air supply will not be obstructed.
When the charger is fitted on a wall or mounted in a vehicle it should be vertical mounted for optimal cooling.
Function
Check that the polarity between the charger and the battery is right. Po to po and negative
– to negative -.
Red cable is plus and black cable is minus.
The charging starts after a few seconds and the status indicator, Red LED, is lit up.
Red LED remains on until the battery is fully charged. If the charger is connected to a fully charged battery the charger
will be charging for 2 hour. This is the minimum charging time. During this phase the orange led will be illuminated. When
only green LED is on the charger is kept in maintenance charger and ready to be used.
Maintenance charging will continue as long as the battery is connected. The charger is also equipped with a second
safety system; if the total charging time is exceeding 20 hours and current not drop below 1 Amp (default)., the charger
turns in to maintenance charge. This is to prevent overcharge and can cause damage to the battery.
The charger will be reset as soon as the charger is switched off and on, or if the battery is disconnected .
The charging time depends on the size of battery and the depth of discharge.
A freely ventilated battery (Wet) can be discharged to max. 80% and a valve regulated (Dry) with max 70%.
OBS: Switch off the charger before the battery is disconnected. If the battery is disconnected without switching of the
charger, sparks may be produces.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.