Simpro Microstacker, User Manual

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4.4.2.2 LFP battery charging
To recharge the LFP battery, simply open the cover, lift the battery out by its carry handle,
and place it into the charger.
A full charge from flat should take around 2 hours.
The smart charger automatically adapts to different input currents, manages the
charging cycle to maximise battery life, and prevents overcharging.
4.4.2.3 LFP battery care
The LFP battery is maintenance-free and designed last up to 3000 charge/discharge cycles.
However, battery life is dependent on several factors, including the depth of discharge and
environmental conditions.
To maximize the life of the LFP battery, observe the following rules.
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Recharge the battery regularly.
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Do not leave the battery in a discharged state for more than 24 hours.
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Do not expose the battery to extremes of temperature.
LFP batteries are supplied with a 12- month manufacturer’s warranty, separate from the
warranty on the rest of the machine.
4.4.2.4 LFP battery charger
The PRO Microstacker is supplied with an external smart charger which accepts 1-phase 100-
240V 50/60Hz input, drawing up to 4 Amps. It outputs 24V continuous direct current at up to
10 Amps, for a maximum power output of 240 Watts.
The charger comes with a wall-mountable case to fit the EL_20C battery, and plugs into an
ordinary 1-phase mains power outlet.
The charger is in an enclosed plastic case and is protected against short-circuit, current
overload, over-voltage, and over-temperature.
warranty on the rest of the machine.
4.4.3 Emergency Stop
Some Microstacker models are fitted with a heavy-duty Emergency Stop button, which also
serves as a battery-isolation switch. It should be pressed if the machine is to be placed in
storage, or the powerpack covers need to be removed.
4.4.4 Circuit breaker
Some Microstacker models are fitted with an auto-resetting circuit breaker on the battery
cable. The breaker is triggered by excessive current draw and helps prevent potential
damage caused by operating the machine with a flat battery, or by an internal short-circuit.
The circuit breaker will automatically reset a short time after it has been tripped.
Because the current draw of the motor increases as the battery voltage drops, operating
the machine with a flat battery may trigger the circuit breaker.
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