OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
7-Step Automatic Charger PC 7 max. 7A
ORDER NO. 911002
INTENDED USE
The product is designed to charge and maintain 12-V lead-acid batteries with a capacity of 14 - 230 Ah and 12-V calcium batteries with a capacity of 25 - 100 Ah.
It can also be used as a mains adapter (13.6 V/5.0 A)
Any use other than that described above will damage this product and involves the risk of short circuits, fire, electric shock, etc.
DELIVERY CONTENTS
• Battery charger
• 3 different connection adapters
• Operating instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read through the operating instructions completely before operating the device. They contain important information for correct operation. The warranty/guarantee will be void if
damage is incurred resulting from non-compliance with these operating instructions! We assume no liability for any consequential damage!
We do not assume any liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by improper use or the failure to observe the safety instructions! In such cases the warranty/guarantee
is voided.
General
• The unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the product is inadmissible for safety and approval reasons (CE).
• The battery charger may only be operated with a supply voltage of 220-240 V~/50/60 Hz.
• The product is not a toy. It is not suitable for children. Pay particular attention when children are present!
The product may only be set up, used or stored in places that are not accessible to children. Danger to life!
• The product is only suitable for charging 12-V lead-acid batteries or 12-V calcium batteries. Never use it to charge different rechargeable batteries (e.g. NiCd, NiMH, LiPo) or even normal batteries!
There is a risk of fire and explosion!
The product can also be used as a mains adapter (13.6 V/5.0 A).
• Maintenance, adjustments and repair work may only be carried out by a specialist/specialised workshop. Only use original spare parts to repair the device. Using other spare parts can lead to
significant material damage or personal injury!
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It might become a dangerous toy for children!
If you notice any damage, do not use the battery charger anymore and take it to a specialised workshop or dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner.
Operation
• Operation under adverse ambient conditions must be avoided under all circumstances.
Adverse ambient conditions include: Ambient temperatures above 50 °C, flammable gases, solvents,
vapours, dust, and relative humidity above 80 %.
• Do not use the battery charger inside a vehicle. The battery charger must not be used in the vicinity of flammable substances or gases.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation during operation. Never cover the battery charger or the connected battery.
Never charge lead-acid batteries in containers or poorly ventilated rooms. Explosive gases can be generated during the charging process!
Keep the battery charger as well as the battery away from ignition sources. Do not smoke while handling the battery charger or the battery! There is danger of explosion!
• Never operate the device immediately after it has been taken from a cold to a warm room. The condensation generated can cause malfunctions and there is also the risk of a deadly electric shock!
Notes on rechargeable batteries
• Make sure you observe all safety instructions and charging instructions of the battery manufacturer.
• Before connecting the battery to the battery charger, disconnect the battery from any loads or cables (turn off the loads first!). Always disconnect the ground connection from the battery before
disconnecting the positive terminal.
Disconnect the battery from the battery charger before connecting any loads to the battery.
When connecting or disconnecting the battery, sparks might be produced. Therefore, make sure there is sufficient ventilation!
• Observe the polarity when connecting the battery to the battery charger (red charger terminal = po, black charger terminal = negative/-).
• Lead-acid batteries contain aggressive and corrosive acids. Avoid skin or eye contact with battery fluids! Never dismantle lead-acid batteries! On skin contact, clean the affected areas thoroughly
with water and soap. On eye contact, rinse the effected eye immediately with clear and cold running water! Then consult a doctor immediately!
• Batteries must not be short-circuited or thrown into fire. Risk of fire and explosion!
DESCRIPTION OF LEDS/FUNCTIONS
1 Cables connected with reverse polarity
2 Charge indicator (0 - 25 %)
3 Charge indicator (50 - 75 %)
4 Charge indicator (75 - 100 %)
5 Charge indicator (100 %; fully charged)
6 Power adapter mode (LED 6 and LED 8 light up simultaneously)
7 16-V boost mode
8 Maintenance program (pulse 13.6 V/max. 5 A)
9 Power/stand-by mode
10 Calcium mode (16.5 V/max. 5 A)
11 Winter mode (14.7 V)
12 Summer mode (14.4 V)
13 MODE button
