SJ SwaLLow Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 2

Input voltage is 11~15V DC, or AC 100V ~ 240V / 50 ~ 60Hz
Capable  of  charging  and  discharging  1  -  14  NiCd  or  NiMH  cells,  1  -  6  Lithium-Ion,  
Lithium-Polymer or LiFePO4 cells or 2 ~ 12V lead-acid batteries
Adjustable charge current (0.1A - 6.0A)
Adjustable discharge current (0.1A - 1.0A). Auto limited to maintain 5W maximum.
"Zero Delta V" peak detection for NiCd and NiMH batteries
"Constant Current / Constant Voltage" charge method for Lithium-Ion/Po, LiFe batteries 
and Pb batteries.
Pack Cycling( Charge to Discharge / Discharge to Charge )
2 -line, 16 character, blue backlit, LCD makes the screen extremely clear and legible.
Built-in an intelligent balancing circuit is designed to individually balance each cell on 
the  connected  lithium  battery  pack  within  the  tolerance  of  5mV  during  charge  or 
discharge.
Voltage  monitoring  feature  is  to  show  each  actual  cell  voltage  on  the  screen  during 
balancing.
Various  warning  messages  for  improper  input  voltage,  wrong  connections,  unsuitable 
battery condition and reverse polarity on output.
Packaged in a rugged, extruded aluminum case

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Operating Instructions

Special Features

Do NOT attempt to charge incompatible types of rechargeable batteries. This charger is 
designed  to  only  charge  and  discharge  Nickel-Cadmium,  Nickel-Metal  Hydride, 
Lithium-Ion ,Lithium-Polymer, LiFePO4, and Lead-Acid batteries. 
Make sure to place the charger on a firm level surface for charging.
Do not attempt to charge batteries at excessive fast charge currents. Check with your 
battery manufacturer for the maximum charge rate applicable to your battery.
Do not use automotive type battery chargers to power the charger.
Do not leave the charger unattended while charging.  Disconnect the battery and remove 
input power from charger immediately if the charger becomes hot.  Allow the charger or 
battery to cool down before reconnecting. 
Do not allow water, moisture or foreign objects into the charger.
Do not place the battery or charger on or near a flammable object while in use. Keep 
away from carpets, cluttered workbenches, etc.
Do not cover the air intake holes on the charger as this could cause the charger to over-
heat.
Connect the input leads to a 12V power supply first, then connect the battery.
Do not disassemble the charger.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they 
have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the 
appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 
Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. 
The battery must be placed in a well ventilated area 

when charging Lead Acid batteries.

 

When charging a battery in a vehicle, th

e battery terminal not connected to the chassi

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has to be connected first. The other connection  is  to  be  made  to  the  chassis,  remote  from
the  battery  and  fuel  line.  The

 

battery charger is then to be connected to the supply mains;

After charging disconnect the battery charger from the supply mains. Then remove the 
chassis connection and then the battery connection.

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Summary of Contents for SwaLLow

Page 1: ...chasing this SWALLOW AC DC EQ CHARGER charger We are sure you will be pleased with its performance and features In order to ensure that you obtain the maximum from its operation please read the following instructions carefully SJ INCORPORATED ...

Page 2: ...fast charge currents Check with your battery manufacturer for the maximum charge rate applicable to your battery Do not use automotive type battery chargers to power the charger Do not leave the charger unattended while charging Disconnect the battery and remove input power from charger immediately if the charger becomes hot Allow the charger or battery to cool down before reconnecting Do not allo...

Page 3: ...atteries per cell Cycling Charge to Discharge Discharge to Charge Display Type Dimensions 2 line 16 blue backlit character LCD 100mAh 6000mAh adjustable ONLY for Lithium Ion Lithium Polymer and LiFePO4 Charge Termination zero delta V peak detection for NiCd NiMH constant current constant voltage for Li Ion Po Fe and Pb 1 14 Nickel Cadmium cells 1 14 Nickel Metal Hydride cells 1 6 Lithium Ion or Li...

Page 4: ...t is below 11V or above 15V If this happens please recheck the input power supply to make sure adequate power is present OR B Connect the AC plug to a regular AC100 240V wall outlet Note If AC power is being used for input power do NOT try to connect the 12V DC power as well Operating Instructions 3 CONTROLS Input power DC 12V Input alligator clips Balancing port button Output Output Blue backlit ...

Page 5: ... selected parameters Operation Two 4mm banana sockets are located on the right side of the charger Connect the battery charge lead to these sockets with the positive lead connected to the red socket and the negative lead to the black socket The No battery error message will be displayed if trying to start to charge without connecting a battery The Open circuit error message will be displayed if a ...

Page 6: ...harge Set cycling with the INC DEC buttons and press the ENTER button to confirm the setting NiCd delta peak volt 0mV cell Setting Delta Peak Sensitivity This is to set the Delta Peak Sensitivity from 5mV to 25mV per cell with INC DEC buttons and press the ENTER button to confirm the setting NiCd CYCLE D C 5 C 3 0A D 0 50A NiCd CYCLE D C 5 C 3 0A D 0 50A NiCd CYCLE D C 5 C 3 0A D 0 50A 4 NiCd MODE...

Page 7: ...CHARGE C 3 0A Setting charge current Adjust and find the desired charge current which ranges from 0 1A to 6 0A with the INC DEC buttons Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting NiMH DISCHARGE D 0 50A 4 8 V Setting discharge current Adjust and find the desired discharge current which ranges from 0 1A to 1A with the INC DEC buttons Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting Setting discharge...

Page 8: ...DEC DEC START START ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER DEC INC DEC INC This charger is capable of charging Lithium Ion Lithium Polymer and LiFePO4 batteries up to 6 cells This charger uses constant current constant voltage in order to fully charge those lithium batteries Constant current is delivered during the fast charge When the voltage of the Li Ion Li Po battery and LiFePO4 reaches approx 4 1V 4 2...

Page 9: ... to 1 00A 0 01A per step with the INC DEC buttons Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting Lithium type LiPo Setting battery type Choose the desired battery type Li Ion Li Po or Li Fe with the INC DEC buttons Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting BALANCER CON NOT CONNECTED The left screen should be shown if lithium charge or discharge starts without connecting the balancing cable to t...

Page 10: ... DEC buttons Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting Setting battery voltages for Li Ion battery pack Select the proper total battery voltages to be charged or discharged with the INC DEC buttons 2V 4V 6V 8V 10V and 12V Vpack Setting discharge current Adjust and find the desired discharge current from 0 10A to 1 00A 0 01A per step with the INC DEC buttons Press the ENTER button to confirm th...

Page 11: ...s screen is also only shown if a balancing connector is connected Its shows each maximum and minimum voltages on the screen INPUT BATTERY VOLTAGE ERROR When input voltage is below 11 0V or exceeds 15V NO BATTERY When a battery is not connected to the charger s output OUTPUT BATTERY REVERSE POLARITY When a battery is connected to the output in reverse OUTPUT CIRCUIT PROBLEM When the circuit of the ...

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