OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Version 03/09
12V GLOW PLUG CHARGER 2A
Item No. 23 60 31
INTENDED USE
1.
The device is designed to charge a Ni-Cd/Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack using glow plug connectiton. The
rated charging voltage is 1.2 V/DC with a rated charging current of 2 A. The minus ΔV detection regulates
the voltage to protect against overcharging. The charger will switch to trickle charging automatically once the
battery is fully charged so as to maintain batteries at their full capacity. This charger must only be powered
by a 12 - 13.8 V vehicle cigarette lighter outlet. Only operate device in dry environment, such as indoors or
inside vehicles.
Unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the device are inadmissible because of safety and approval
reasons. 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.
DELIVERy CONTENT
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Glow plug charger
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Operating instructions
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SAfETy INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
Personal safety
The product is not a toy and should be kept out of reach of children!
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When inserting the cigarette lighter plug, ensure that it is connected securely.
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Product safety
Do not block the ventilation holes located at the side of the charger. Sufficient air circulation
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must be provided since the charger is mainly cooled by convection ventilation.
The charger must not be connected to any electrical load with power consumption greater
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than 2.4 VA or with a current consumption greater than 2 A.
Observe the polarity andd magnitude of the output voltage. Incorrect polarity, over-voltage
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may lead to damage of the device or the connected electrical load.
Only fuses of the same type and rated current as specified in “Technical Data” may be used.
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The use of repaired or defective fuses is not permitted under any circumstances.
Always connect the battery to the charger before plugging it into the cigarette lighter outlet.
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Never start engine of the vehicle when the charger is connected and in operation. Voltage
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surges can destroy the device as well as the connected electrical load. Disconnect the input
car plug from the cigarette lighter outlet before ignition. Ignite the engine before reconnecting
the charger.
Do not leave the charger and batteries unattended during operation.
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Keep transmitters (cellular phones, transmitters for model building, etc.) away from the charger
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because transmitter radiation can disturb the charging process or damage the charger or the
rechargeable battery.
When used in conjunction with other devices, observe the operating instructions and safety
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notices of 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,
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or dampness.
If there is reason to believe that safe operation is no longer possible, the device is to be
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put out of operation 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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Battery safety
Do not charge batteries (zinc carbon, alkaline, etc.), lead acid batteries, lithium batteries (Li-
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ion, LiPo etc.) or non-rechargeable batteries.
Correct polarity must be observed while inserting the batteries.
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Batteries should be removed from the device if it is not used for a long period of time to
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avoid damage through leaking. Leaking or damaged batteries might cause acid burns when in
contact with skin, therefore use suitable protective gloves to handle corrupted batteries.
Batteries must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave the battery lying around, as there
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is risk, that children or pets swallow it.
All the batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing old and new batteries in the
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device can lead to battery leakage and device damage.
Batteries must not be dismantled, short-circuited or thrown into fire. Never recharge non-
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rechargeable 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
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instruction, our technical support is available under the following address and telephone
number: Voltcraft
®
, 92242 Hirschau, Lindenweg 15, Germany, phone 0180 / 586 582 7.
OPERATING ELEMENTS
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1
2
3
1. Input car plug
2. LED indicator
3. Glow plug
OPERATION
5.
Always connect the batteries to the charger before inserting the charger to the cigarette
lighter outlet.
Insert a rechargeable battery pack into your glow plug connector while taking care of the polarity.
1.
Insert the glow plug (3) into your glow plug socket.
2.
Connect the input car plug (1) to a 12 - 13.V vehicle cigarette lighter outlet.
3.
The LED indicator (2) indicates the charging process:
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When charging is in process, the LED glows red.
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When the battery is fully charged, the LED glows green.
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To prevent overcharging and to maintain the batteries at their full capacity, the charger will start trickle
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charging automatically at 200 mA.
Disconnect the charger from the cigarette lighter outlet when the battery is full or not in use. Also disconnect
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the battery from your glow plug connector.
fUSE REPLACEMENT
6.
Unplug the charger from the cigarette lighter outlet and disconnect the battery pack.
1.
Unscrew the plastic tip of the cigarette lighter plug (1) to open the fuse compartment.
2.
Replace the defective fuse with a new one of the same type (please refer to “Technical Data”).
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Replace the fuse compartment.
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CLEANING AND CARE
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The device is should be cleaned occasionally. When cleaning, the power adapter must be disconnected from
mains outlet. Wipe the housing of the charger with a slight damp cloth. Only use water to moisten the cloth. Do
not use chemicals or cleaning agents when cleaning.
DISPOSAL
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Dispose of waste electrical and electronic equipment
In order to preserve, protect and improve the quality of environment, protect human health and
utilise natural resources prudently and rationally, the user should return unserviceable product to
relevant facilities in accordance with statutory regulations.
The crossed-out wheeled bin indicates the product needs to be disposed separately and not as
municipal waste.
Used batteries/ rechargeable batteries disposal
The user is legally obliged
(battery regulation)
to return used batteries and rechargeable batteries.
Disposing used batteries in the household waste is prohibited!
Batteries/ rechargeable
batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with the crossed-out wheeled bin. The
symbol indicates that the product is forbidden to be disposed via the domestic refuse. The
chemical symbols for the respective hazardous substances are
Cd
= Cadmium,
Hg
= Mercury,
Pb
= Lead.
You can return used batteries/ rechargeable batteries free of charge to any collecting point of your
local authority, our stores or where batteries/ rechargeable batteries are sold.
Consequently you comply with your legal obligations and contribute to environmental protection!
TECHNICAL DATA
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Input voltage:
12 - 13 V/DC
Input power:
6 W
Output voltage:
1.2 V/DC
Maximum output current:
6A
Maximum power output:
2.4 VA
Fuse:
2 A glass cartridge fuse (250 V)
Operating temperature:
0ºC to 35ºC
Operating humidity:
50% to 90%
Cable length:
1.8 m
Dimensions ( L x W x H):
130 x 52 x 34 mm
Weight:
120 g
These operating instructions are published by Voltcraft
®
,
Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau/ Germany, Phone +49 180 586 582 7.
The operating instructions reflect the current technical specifications at time of print.
We reserve the right to change the technical or physical specifications.
© Copyright 2009 by Voltcraft
®
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