OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Version 02/11
PLUG-TYPE BATTERY CHARGER
FOR POWER PACKS
Item No. 23 56 98
Tamiya connection
Item No. 23 56 99
BEC connection
INTENDED USE
1.
The charger is intended to charge 4- to 8-cell NiCd and NiMH battery packs (4.8 – 9.6 V) with Tamiya connection /
BEC connection.
This product fulfils European and national requirements related to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
CE conformity has been verified and the relevant statements and documents have been deposited at
the manufacturer.
Unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the device are inadmissible because of safety and approval
reasons (CE). Any usage other than described above is not permitted and can damage the product and lead to
associated risks such as short-circuit, fire, electric shock, etc. Please read the operating instructions thoroughly
and keep them for further reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.
We do not assume liability for resulting damages to property or personal injury if the
product has been abused in any way or damaged by improper use or failure to observe
these operating instructions. The warranty/ guarantee will then expire!
The icon with exclamation mark indicates important information in the operating
instructions. Carefully read the whole operating instructions before operating the device,
otherwise there is risk of danger.
Persons / Product
The product is not a toy and should be kept out of reach of children!
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The device must only be operated at 230 V/AC, 50 Hz.
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Strictly observe the charge times and technical data in the operating instructions. Non-adherence to these
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instructions causes damage to the device or the battery pack.
Only NiCd and NiMH battery packs may be charged with the device.
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The charger’s structure complies with safety class II (double insulation). Make sure the insulation (of the
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housing and/or the output line) is neither damaged nor destroyed.
Transmitting devices (radio-telephones, transmitting installations for model constructions etc.) must be kept
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away from the charger, since the incident transmitting radiant emission could lead to interference of the
charging process and/or the destruction of the charger and therefore also the rechargeable batteries.
In schools, training facilities and hobby workshops, operation of the product is to be supervised by trained,
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responsible personnel.
In commercial institutions the accident prevention regulations of the commercial trade organization for
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electric installations must be strictly observed.
In the case of improper handling (too high charging currents or wrong polarisation) the rechargeable battery
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might be overloaded or destroyed. In worst case the rechargeable battery might explode and can cause
substantial damage.
The charger should be disconnected from mains supply and the battery pack after use.
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The charger must not be covered with newspapers, books or similar, to avoid possible damages (due to
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heat generated during charging).
When used in conjunction with other devices, observe the operating instructions and safety notices of
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connected devices.
The product must not be subjected to heavy mechanical stress.
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The product must not be exposed it to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, intense vibration, or
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dampness.
If there is reason to believe that safe operation is no longer possible, the device is to be put out of operation
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and secured against unintended operation. Safe operation is no longer possible if the device:
shows visible damages,
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no longer works,
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was stored under unfavourable conditions for a long period of time or
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was subject to considerable transport stress
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Rechargeable batteries
Correct polarity must be observed while connecting the battery packs.
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Battery packs should be removed from the device if it is not used for a long period of time to avoid damage
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through leaking. Leaking or damaged batteries might cause acid burns when in contact with skin, therefore
use suitable protective gloves to handle corrupted batteries.
Battery packs must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave the battery packs lying around, as there
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is risk, that children or pets swallow it.
Battery packs must not be dismantled, short-circuited or thrown into fire. Never recharge non-rechargeable
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batteries. There is a risk of explosion!
Miscellaneous
Repair works must only be carried out by a specialist/ specialist workshop.
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If you have queries about handling the device, that are not answered in this operating instruction, our
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technical support is available under the following address and telephone number: Voltcraft
®
, 92242
Hirschau, Lindenweg 15, Germany, phone 0180 / 586 582 7.
OPERATION
3.
To make sure that a rechargeable battery still works faultlessly after a longer period of
time (without memory effect), it is recommended only to connect discharged rechargeable
batteries in the case of NiCd rechargeable batteries. Furthermore rechargeable batteries
should be discharged/charged once a month (self-discharge, loss of capacity).
Connect the charger to a mains outlet (230 V/AC, 50 Hz).
1.
Insert the battery pack into the charger - the control LED lights up as long as the battery pack is connected
2.
to the plug battery charger.
BEC
Tamiya
Plug
Socket
Plug
Socket
The charge current is not automatically disconnected. To avoid overloading and destruction of the battery
3.
pack it is absolutely necessary to stop the charging process when the prescribed charge time (see table)
Number of cells (volt)
Charge time per 100 mAh
4 (4.8 V)
20 min
5 (6 V)
30 min
6 (7.2 V)
40 min
7 (8.4 V)
50 min
8 (9.6 V)
60 min
Determining charge time
Find the charge time per 100 mAh battery capacity for the relevant number of cells as given in the charge
timetable and multiply this number by the capacity of the battery pack.
Example:
6-cell battery pack (7.2 V) with 1000 mAh
Charge time for each 100 mAh acc. to table = 40 min
10 x 40 min = 400 min = 6 h 40 min charge time
The charger does not feature automatic switching-off. When the determined time of charging has
reached, the charger needs to be separated from the mains first and then from the battery pack.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
4.
Do not use carbon-containing cleaning agents, petrol, alcohols or similar agents. This
can attack the surface of the charger. The fumes are furthermore a health hazard and
explosive. Moreover, you should not use sharp-edged tools, screwdrivers or metal
brushes or similar for cleaning.
Direct contact with water and humidity is to be strictly avoided! Operation is only permitted in dry and closed
areas. A dry lint-free cloth is recommended to use for cleaning the housing; use of cleaning agents should be
strictly avoided.
DISPOSAL
5.
General
Used electronic devices are raw materials and must not be disposed of in the domestic waste.
When the device has reached the end of its service life, please dispose of it according to the
current statutory requirements at your local collecting site. Disposal in the domestic waste is
not permitted!
Batteries and rechargeable batteries
You as end user are under legal obligation (Battery Regulation) to take back all used batteries and
rechargeable batteries. Disposing of them in the domestic waste is not permitted.
Batteries/storage batteries containing harmful substances are marked with the following symbols,
which point out that disposal in the domestic waste is prohibited. The designations for the relevant
heavy metals are the following: Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead. You can return used
batteries/rechargeable batteries free of charge to any collecting point in your local authority, to our
stores or to any other store where batteries/rechargeable batteries are sold.
In this way you comply with the legal obligations and make your contribution to environmental protection.
TECHNICAL DATA
6.
Operating voltage: 230 V/AC, 50 Hz
Connection:
Tamiya plug (Item no. 23 56 98)
BEC plug (Item no. 23 56 99)
Number of cells:
4
5
6
7
8
Charging voltage:
5.6 V
7 V
8.4 V
9.8 V
11.2 V
Charging current: approx. 140 mA approx. 135 mA approx. 130 mA approx. 125 mA approx. 120 mA
These operating instructions are published by Voltcraft
®
,
Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau/ Germany, Phone +49 180 586 582 7.
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming,
or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor.
Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
The operating instructions reflect the current technical specifications at time of print.
We reserve the right to change the technical or physical specifications.
© Copyright 2011 by Voltcraft
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