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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Charger “V-CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo” Item No. 1590606...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Page Introduction ................................3 Explanation of symbols ............................3 Intended use ................................4 Delivery content ..............................4 Safety instructions ...............................5 a) General information ............................5 b) Setup location ..............................5 c) Operation ...............................6 Battery information ...............................8 a) General information ............................8 b) Additional information about lithium rechargeable batteries ................9 Product overview ............................... -
Page 3: Introduction
- This name stands for above-average quality products in the areas of measuring, charging and grid tech- ® nology, characterised by technical competence, extraordinary performance and permanent innovation. Whether you are an ambitious hobby electronics technician or a professional user - a product of the Voltcraft brand ®... -
Page 4: Intended Use
3. Intended use This “V-CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo” charger has four independent charging channels, each of which features a col- oured LED indicator and a control button. The charger is designed to charge LiPo rechargeable batteries with 3 (rated voltage = 11.1 V) or 4 (rated voltage = 14.8 V) cells. -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
5. Safety instructions Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this manual, we will assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee. a) General information •... -
Page 6: C) Operation
• To prevent scratch marks and discolouration, always use suitable protection when placing the charger on valuable furniture. The same applies to the rechargeable batteries. • Do not use the charger inside vehicles. • The charger must be installed, used and stored in areas that are inaccessible to children. Children may accidentally short-circuit the rechargeable batteries, which can cause a fire or explosion. - Page 7 • Do not use the charger in the immediate vicinity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, transmitter aerials or HF generators. These may affect the electronic control system. • If you suspect that safe operation is no longer possible, discontinue use immediately and prevent un- authorized use.
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Page 8: Battery Information
6. Battery information There are numerous hazards associated with the use of rechargeable batteries. Compared with conventional NiCd or NiMH rechargeable batteries, LiPo rechargeable batteries have a high energy content. For this reason, it is essential to comply with safety regulations to prevent the risk of a fire or explosion. -
Page 9: B) Additional Information About Lithium Rechargeable Batteries
• The charger has four independent charging channels that can charge up to four batteries/battery packs at the same time. However, only one battery/battery pack can be connected to each charging channel. Never attempt to connect the charging channels together. •... - Page 10 Do not store damaged batteries indoors or in your garage. Damaged or swollen lithium batteries may catch fire. • Always use a compatible charger to charge lithium batteries. Do not use NiCd, NiMH or lead-acid battery chargers, as these may cause a fire or explosion. Always select the correct charging mode/current for your rechargeable battery.
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Page 11: Product Overview
7. Product overview 1 Control button with LED indicator 2 XH connection to charge a 4-cell LiPo battery (rated voltage = 14.8 V) 3 XH connection to charge a 3-cell LiPo battery (rated voltage = 11.1 V) 4 Cover 5 DC input (11 - 32 V/DC stabilised voltage), e.g. for connecting to an external car lead-acid battery The charger has four independent charging channels. -
Page 12: Getting Started / Operation
8. Getting Started / Operation a) Connecting the charger to the power supply The charger has a maximum total charging power of 200 W (up to 84 W per channel). The power supply must be selected according to the actual charging power (this depends on the battery type, number of cells and the charging current). -
Page 13: C) Charging A Battery
c) Charging a battery • The charger has four independent charging channels that can charge up to four batteries at the same time. Each charging channel has a connection (XH socket) for a 3 or 4-cell LiPo battery. • Do not connect more than one battery to each terminal. The two sockets on each channel cannot be used at the same time. -
Page 14: Maintenance And Cleaning
• Press and hold the control button for 2 seconds to start charging the battery. The LED on the button will start to flash to indicate that the battery is charging. The built-in balancer ensures that each cell is charged to the same voltage. This prevents the cells from over or undercharging. -
Page 15: Disposal
10. Disposal a) Product Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be placed in household waste. Always dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations. b) Batteries You are required by law to return all used batteries. They must not be placed in household waste. Batteries containing hazardous substances are labelled with this symbol to indicate that disposal in house- hold waste is forbidden. - Page 16 This is a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com). 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. This publication represent the technical status at the time of printing.
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