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Battery Charger SH-3.160
Article no. 331600
Intended use
The Battery Charger SH-3.160 is suitable for charging and maintaining rechargeable
12 V lead-acid and calcium batteries as well as 12 V lithium batteries (LiFePO
4
) with
integrated battery management system (BMS). Any other use than described before
may damage this product. In addition, improper use may result in serious hazards,
such as short-circuit, fire, electrical shock etc.
Delivery content
Battery Charger SH-3.160
Instruction manual in DE, GB
Safety instructions
The following safety notes and hazard warnings serve for the protection of both the
device and your health. So please read the following points thoroughly.
General
For safety and technical approval reasons (CE), any unauthorized conversion
and/or modification of the product is inadmissible.
The charger may only be operated on mains voltage of 220 – 240 V AC at 50/60 Hz.
The product is no toy. It should be kept away of children.
The product must only be set up, operated and stored in a place which is out of
the reach of children. Danger of life!
The product is only suitable for charging 12 V lead-acid and calcium batteries as
well as 12 V lithium batteries (LiFePO
4
) with integrated BMS. Never try to charge
other rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries (e.g. NiCd, NiMH, LiPo)! Fire
and explosion hazard!
Maintenance, installation or repair works may only be performed by an expert/
qualified workshop.
Use only original spare parts for repair work.
The use of any other spare parts may lead to serious damage to property and
personal injury!
Do not leave packing materials unattended. It could become a hazardous toy for
children!
If you recognise damages, stop using the charger. Bring the product to a qualified
workshop or dispose of it in an environmentally compatible manner.
Operation
The use of the product under unfavourable environmental conditions must be
avoided under all circumstances. Unfavourable environmental conditions include:
ambient temperatures above 40 °C, flammable gases, solvents, vapours, dust and
relative humidity in excess of 80 %.
The charger may not be operated in the presence of flammable materials or gases.
Ensure proper ventilation during the operational phase, never cover the charger.
Never charge lead-acid batteries in containers or in poorly ventilated rooms.
Charging lead-acid batteries may lead to the production of explosive gases!
Keep charger and rechargeable battery away from ignition sources or open fire,
do not smoke while using charger and rechargeable battery! Explosion hazard!
Never start the device immediately after having taken it from a cold into a warm
room. Condensation water may be generated leading not only to malfunctioning,
but there is also a risk of perilous electric shock!
Notes on the rechargeable battery
Please observe all safety and charging information of the battery manufacturer.
Please remember to always disconnect the ground connection from the recharge-
able battery first and only then the positive terminal.
Observe correct polarity when connecting a rechargeable battery to the charger
(red terminal = plus/+, black terminal = minus/-).
Lead-acid batteries contain aggressive corrosive acids. Avoid eye and skin contact
with liquids from the lead-acid battery! Wash the parts of the skin affected
thoroughly with water and soap. If acid enters the eye, immediately flood the
eye with running, clear and cool water! Then seek medical help immediately!
Never short-circuit rechargeable batteries or toss them into fire. Fire and
explosion hazard!
Never disassemble your battery!
In case of improper handling or non-observance of these operating
instructions or the safety notes stated herein, the warrant/guarantee
shall lapse. We do not assume liability for any personal injury, damage
to property or subsequent damage that can be attributed to this.
3 years
manufacturer’s warranty. Rechargeable batteries and batteries excluded. More information at
www.ivt-hirschau.de
