Instructions for use

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These warnings and safety notes are particularly important. Please follow the instructions for maximum safety;
otherwise the charger and the battery can be damaged or at worst it can cause a fire. Also read the chapter
before you begin.
• Never leave the charger unsupervised when it is connected to its power supply.
If any malfunction is found, TERMINATE THE PROCESS IMMEDIATELY and refer to the operation manual.
• Keep the charger well away from dust, damp, rain, heat, direct sunshine and vibration. Never drop it.
• The allowable DC input voltage is 11-18V DC.
• The allowable AC input voltage is 110V or 220V AC.
• This charger and the battery should be put on a heat-resistant, non-flammable and non-conductive surface.
Never place them on a car seat, carpet or similar surface. Keep all flammable volatile materials away from
the operating area.
• Make sure you know the specifications of the battery to be charged or discharged to ensure it meets the
requirements of this charger. If the program is set up incorrectly, the battery and charger may be damaged.
Fire or explosion can occur due to overcharging. This warranty is not valid for any damage or subsequent
damage arising as a result of a misuse or failure to observe the procedures outlined in this manual.
• To avoid short circuiting between the charge lead, always connect the charge cable to the charger first, then
connect the battery. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting.
• Never attempt to charge or discharge the following types of batteries:
• A battery pack which consists of different types of cells (including different manufacturers)
• A battery that is already fully charged or just slightly discharged
• Non-rechargeable batteries (pose an explosion hazard)
• A faulty or damaged battery
• A battery fitted with an integral charge circuit or a protection circuit.
• Batteries installed in a device or which are electrically linked to other components
• Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be suitable for the currents the charger
delivers during the charge process
Please bear in mind the following points before commencing charging
• Did you select the appropriate program suitable for the type of battery you are charging?
• Did you set up appropriate current for charging or discharging?
• Have you checked the battery voltage? Lithium battery packs can be wired in parallel and in series, i.e. a
2-cell pack can be 3.7V (in parallel) or 7.4V (in series).
• Have you checked that all connections are firm and secure? Make sure there are no intermittent contacts
at any point in the circuit.
Standard Battery Parameters
Be very careful to choose the correct voltage for different types of battery otherwise you may cause damage to
the batteries. Incorrect settings could cause the cells to fire or explode.
Warning & Safety Notes
Battery
Type
Fast Charge
Rate
Nominal Cell
Voltage
Max. Charge
Voltage Cell
Min. discharge
Voltage Cell
Storage
Voltage Cell
Ni-Cd 1 - 2C 1.2V 1.5V 0.85V
Ni-MH 1 - 2C 1.2V 1.5V 0.85V
Li-Ion <= 1C 3.6V 4.1V 2.5V 3.7V
Li-Po <= 1C 3.7V 4.2V 3.0V 3.8V
Li-Po HV <= 1C 3.8V 4.35V 3.3V 3.9V
Li-Fe <= 4C 3.3V 3.6V 2.0V 3.3V
PB <= 0.4C 2V 2.46V 1.75V