Thank you for choosing the Venom LiPo and NiMH AC Sport
Charger. We have engineered this product to be reliable and
easy to use. To ensure you have a good understanding of how
the charger operates, please read this manual thoroughly as it
will answer the most common questions asked. Improperly
charging batteries can have disastrous results often caused
by improper use of the charger. Having a good comprehen-
sion of this manual will help you be a safer, happier hobbyist.
FEATURES
APPEARANCE
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Digital display of the cell voltage in each
Lithium cell in real time
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Input voltage:
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Output power:
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Charger current range:
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LiPo/LiHV/LiFe battery cell counts:
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NiMH/NiCd battery cell counts:
AC 100V - 240V
Max 20W
0.5A - 3A
2-4s
4-8s
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This charger supports LiPo, LiHV, Li-Fe
NiMH and NiCd battery chemistries
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Selectable current charge rate up to 3 Amps
Cells Voltage
Battery Type Button
Battery Socket
Current Button
Balance Socket
AC 100-240V
Power Jack
Charge Status
LED Indicator
SPECIFICATIONS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS CONT.
CHARGING PROCESS
NOTES
DO NOT
leave the charger unattended while in use.
Disconnect the battery and remove the input power from the
charger immediately if the charger or battery becomes hot.
DO NOT
attempt to charge incompatible types of recharge-
able batteries as this could result in permanent damage to the
battery and charger.
Do NOT
use automotive battery chargers to power the
charger.
DO NOT
allow water, moisture or foreign objects into the
charger.
Plug the charger into the AC power source.
The charger is powered up properly if the LED light between
the chemistry type and amperage selection begins flashing
green.
Choose your battery’s correct chemistry type (LiPo, LiHV,
LiFe, NiMH) using the selector button on the left of the
charger. If charging a NiCd battery, use the NiMH selection.
Choose the maximum charge current using the button on
the right of the charger. If you are unsure what current to
charge at, consult your battery’s manual.
Connect the charge cable to the front of the charger. Please
ensure that the red plug is connected to the red (positive)
port and the black plug is connected to the black (negative)
port.
Connect your battery to the charger. If charging a LiPo or
LiFe, the battery will not begin to charge until the balance
plug is connected to the balance port on the right side of the
charger.
The green LED in the center of the charger will stop blinking
and turn constant red. The individual cell voltage of each cell
(LiPo/LiFe) will begin to display in the center LCD window.
The LED will turn solid green when the battery is fully
charged.
When the battery is removed from the charger, the LED will
begin flashing green. The next battery can now be charged.
Please make sure the input power and battery type selected
are suitable for the batteries parameters.
Do not reverse the polarity of the charger leads as it may
permanently damage the charger or battery.
Do not change battery type selector switch when charging. If
this happens accidentally, the display will show “Err”. To
begin charging, unplug the battery from the charger, double
check your charge settings, reconnect your battery and
begin charging normally.
DO NOT
attempt to use batteries with more cells or a higher
total voltage than listed in the specifications.
DO NOT
overcharge batteries as this can cause permanent
damage. Do not use a charge current rate that exceeds the
safe levels of the battery.
If possible, charge your batteries in a fire resistant container
such as a LiPo sack, or a ceramic or metal container.
DO NOT
place the charger or battery on flammable surfaces or
near combustible materials while in use such as carpet, a
cluttered work bench, paper, plastic, vinyl, leather, wood, or
inside an R/C model or full size car.
Allow the charger and battery to cool down between charges.
Always disconnect the charger from the power source when not
in use.
If you have read these precautions and do not completely
understand or have any questions regarding them, please
contact Venom Customer Service before using this charger.
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