Operation Manual

16. GENERAL SAFETY NOTES

• The Duo-Power 8S EQ is suitable solely for charging and discharging rechargeable NC

/ NiMH, Lead-acid and Lithium batteries. Do not attempt to recharge dry cells - explo-

sion hazard.

• The charger is designed for use with a 12 V DC or a 230 V AC power source. Never

connect it to any other voltage.

• Protect the charger from dust, dirt and damp.

• Do not subject the charger to excessive heat or cold, nor to direct sunlight.

• Avoid shock and pressure loads, and do not subject the charger to severe vibration.

• Never place the charger and the batteries connected to it on any form of flammable sur-

face. Never operate the charger in the vicinity of inflammable materials or gases.

• Do not open the charger while it is connected to a power source.

• Do not leave the charger operating unsupervised. It is normal for the charger to become

quite hot when operating.

• Ensure that there is an unrestricted airflow to and from the charger’s cooling slots.

• If you will not be using the charger for a protracted period, disconnect it from the power

source and any batteries connected to it.

• Never charge any battery a second time immediately after its initial charge.

• Do not charge a battery which is already warm or hot to the touch. Allow packs to cool

down to ambient temperature before continuing.

• Packs to be charged as a unit must consist of cells of the same make, the same type

and the same capacity.

• Do not charge two batteries connected in parallel to one output; connect only one bat-

tery at a time.

• Take great care to maintain correct battery polarity, and avoid short-circuits.

• Read the battery manufacturer’s instructions and adhere to them strictly.

• Always check the settings on the Duo-Power 8S EQ very carefully; incorrect charger

settings can destroy batteries.

• Check the charger case and cables for damage at regular intervals.

• Please take particular care when handling packs containing a large number of cells.

Ensure that the cells are thoroughly insulated, otherwise there is a danger of electric

shock.

• We accept no liability if the charger is used to charge or discharge batteries fitted with

home-made leads or voltage sensor leads.

Operating Instructions

Duo-Power 8S EQ

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