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2-AMP DC CHARGER INSTRUCTIONS
Covers Part #2977
KC2248-R03 170329
TRAXXAS.com
Traxxas, 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, TX 75070,
Phone: 972-549-3000, Fax: 972-549-3011, e-mail: [email protected]
Disconnected
(solid red)
Connected
(blinking green)
Charged
(solid green)
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1. Plug the charger into a
12-volt automotive auxiliary
power socket. The charger
is compatible with 12-volt
automotive auxiliary power
sockets only.The LED on the
charger will glow
red
to indicate
it is ready to charge a battery.
2. Connect the battery to begin
charging. Plug the battery
into the charger. The charger’s
LED will flash
green
, indicating
that charging has begun. The
flashing green LED on the
charger indicates the charge
progress. Charging time will
vary with the capacity of the
battery being charged.
3. Disconnect the battery when
charging is complete.
The Traxxas 2-amp DC charger
uses sophisticated voltage-
detection circuitry to monitor
the battery and automatically
stop charging when the
pack has reached maximum
capacity. When the battery
is fully charged, the LED will light solid
green
. The battery will be warm in your
hand. Disconnect the battery.
Clearing errors
If there is a problem with the battery, such as a short circuit, the charger’s LED will
flash
red
. Disconnect the battery and unplug the charger from its power source to
clear the error. Determine the cause of the error before continuing.
CHARGER ERROR CODES
Warranty Information
Traxxas electronic components are warranted to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of 30 days from the date of purchase.
Limitations: Any and all warranty coverage does not cover replacement of
parts and components damaged by abuse, neglect, improper or unreasonable
use, crash damage, water or excessive moisture, chemical damage, improper
or infrequent maintenance, accident, unauthorized alteration or modification
or items that are considered consumable. Traxxas will not pay for the cost of
shipping or transportation of a defective component to us. This warranty is
limited to the charger only and does not cover batteries, vehicles and other
accessories used in conjunction with the charger.
Traxxas Lifetime Electronics Warranty
After the expiration date of the warranty period, Traxxas will repair electronic
components for a flat rate. Please visit Traxxas.com/support for a current schedule
of warranty costs and fees. The covered repairs are limited to non-mechanical
components that have NOT been subjected to abuse, misuse, or neglect.
Products damaged by intentional abuse, misuse, or neglect may be subject to
additional charges.
About the Traxxas 2-amp DC Charger
The Traxxas #2977 Battery Charger is a fully featured NiMH (Nickle Metal Hydride)
charger. It features 2-amp charge current for fast charging and advanced peak
detection to optimize every charge. The handy automotive auxiliary power adapter
connects to 12-volt DC power sources. Take this compact charger with you wherever
you want to have radio controlled fun!
TERMS OF USE
- The buyer assumes all risk associated with using this product.
Traxxas, its affiliates, manufacturers, distributors, and retail partners cannot control
the use, application, charging or installation of this product and shall not be held
responsible for any accident, injury to persons, or damage to property resulting
from the use of this product. Read and follow all provided instructions, information,
and warnings. After reading all provided information, if you do not agree with these
terms and conditions and are not prepared to accept complete liability for the use
of this product, return this product immediately in new/unused condition to your
place of purchase. Your hobby dealer absolutely cannot accept product for return or
exchange if it has been used in any way.
If you have any questions, call Traxxas Customer Support at 1-888-TRAXXAS
(1-888-872-9927), outside the US at +1-972-549-3000, or e-mail [email protected].
Operation
CHARGE PROGRESS
1 green flash
0 - 25% charged
2 green flashes
25% - 50% charged
3 green flashes
50% - 75% charged
4 green flashes
75% or more charged
Solid green LED
100% charged
LED INDICATION
MEANING
Solid Red LED
Ready for Charging
Slowly Flashing Green LED Charging (see Charge Progress chart)
Solid Green LED
Battery Fully Charged
Flashing Red LED
Charger Error (see Charger Error Codes below)
No LED
No power (check power source or DC plug fuse)
Specifications:
Input voltage ............................................................................................................12 - 16V DC
Output current .......................................................................................................... 2 amps DC
Positive input ................................................................................................... Center terminal
Negative input ................................................................................................... Side terminals
LED INDICATION MEANING
SOLUTION
1 red flash
Power source error
Check power source and DC plug fuse
2 red flashes
Battery error
Disconnect battery
3 red flashes
The charger safety timer
has expired
Disconnect battery; if battery is too hot,
discontinue charger use and contact
Traxxas Customer Support
4 red flashes
The internal charger
temperature is too high
Disconnect charger and allow charger
to cool
7 red flashes
The battery voltage is
too high
Disconnect battery; battery is not
compatible with the charger
This 2-amp DC charger is for
use with Traxxas iD NiMH battery packs only. To prevent a fire risk,
DO NOT attempt to charge LiPo batteries or any other type of battery with this
charger. Legacy Traxxas High-Current Connectors are not compatible with this
charger. DO NOT try to force legacy connectors into the charge connector.
• ALWAYS proceed with caution and use good common sense at all times.
• ONLY charge battery packs assembled with 2/3A (receiver packs and “mini”
packs) or sub-C cells (this is the size used in common “stick packs”).
• 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 require adult
supervision while using this charger.
• DO NOT let any exposed battery contacts or wires touch each other. This will
cause the battery to short circuit and create the risk of fire.
• While charging, ALWAYS place the battery in a fire retardant/fire proof
container and on a non-flammable surface such as concrete.
• DO NOT charge batteries inside of an automobile. Do not charge batteries
while driving in an automobile. The charger is equipped with a long cord
intended to allow the battery to be charged outside of an automobile when
using the automobile’s auxiliary power socket. If the cord will not reach outside
of the automobile, find another power source.
• NEVER charge batteries on wood, cloth, carpet or on any other flammable material.
• ALWAYS charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
• REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the charging area.
• DO NOT leave the charger and battery unattended while charging, discharging,
or any time that the charger is ON with a battery connected. If there are any signs
of a malfunction or in the event of an emergency, unplug the charger from the
power source and disconnect the battery from the charger.
• DO NOT operate the charger in a cluttered space, or place objects on top of the
charger or battery.
• If any battery or battery cell is damaged in any way, DO NOT charge, discharge,
or use the battery.
• Keep a Class D fire extinguisher nearby in case of fire.
• BEFORE you charge, ALWAYS confirm that the charger settings
exactly match the type (chemistry), specification, and configuration
of the battery to be charged.
• DO NOT exceed the battery manufacturer’s maximum recommended charge rate.
• DO NOT disassemble, crush, short circuit, or expose the batteries or cells to
flame or any other source of ignition.
• If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging process (temperature
greater than 140°F / 60°C), disconnect the battery from the charger and
discontinue charging immediately.
• ALWAYS unplug the charger and disconnect the battery when not in use.
• AVOID short circuits by always plugging the charger into the power socket first
and then connect the battery to the charger. Remember to always reverse this
procedure when disconnecting the battery.
• DO NOT disassemble the charger.
• REMOVE the battery from your model or device before charging.
• DO NOT expose the charger to water or moisture.
• ALWAYS store battery packs safely out of the reach of children and pets.
• DO NOT charge batteries under ANY of the following conditions:
- Batteries that are hot to the touch.
- Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable to
accept the power output (voltage and amperage) the charger delivers during
the charging process.
- Batteries that are damaged or defective in any way. Examples of damage or
defects include, but are not limited to, batteries with dented cells, damaged
or frayed wires, loose connections, fluid leaks, corrosion, plugged vents,
swelling, cell deformity, impact damage, melted components, or any other
signs of damage.
- Battery packs that have been altered from original manufacturer
configuration.
- Non-rechargeable batteries (explosion hazard).
- Batteries that have missing or unreadable labels, preventing you from
properly identifying the battery type and specifications.
FIRE HAZARD!
WARNING! CAUTION! DANGER!
HKA17021-R00
Patent Traxxas.com/pat
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD!
Do Not Charge LiPo Batt.
#2974
5-6 CELL
NiMH ONLY
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