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Index 1 About this manual ..................3 Applicability ..................3 Users ....................3 Description of symbols ................. 3 2 Safety ......................4 Proper usage ..................4 Improper usage ................... 4 Data security ..................5 Other risks ................... 5 Fault behaviour ..................5 Exclusion of liability ................5 3 Devices with potentiometer and LED (STM 820) .
Introduction Steca STM 80, STM 81, STM 860 and STM 861 are battery chargers for lead- acid batteries. The main areas of application are battery charging rooms, work- shops, depots, and the power supply of car parks. Steca STM 80, STM 81, STM 860 and STM 861 ensure a high battery service life and minimum recharging times by means of a microprocessor-controlled charging process.
1.3.3 Notes NOTE Note on easier and safer working habits Measures for easier and safer working habits 1.3.4 Other symbols and markings in this manual Symbol Meaning Call to action Result of action Action description • List Emphasis on issue at hand Emphasis on issue at hand 1.3.5 Symbols and markings on the device (type plate) Symbol Meaning The device may not be disposed of in the household waste. Dispose of the device in accordance with the local regula- ...
This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory, or mental abilities, or inadequate experience and/or inad- equate knowledge, unless supervised, or instructed on the use of the device, by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the device.
Devices with potentiometer and LED (STM 820) 3.1 Structure The STM 80 battery chargers comprise the following components: Potentiometer for setting the battery capacity LED for indicating the operating status Mains cable Charging clips: red = +, black = – 3.2 LED statuses Colour Status Meaning Device image 80 Device image 80 Permanently illuminated Connection fault: no battery is connected, or...
Devices with display (STM 821/861) 5.1 Structure The STM 81/861 battery chargers comprise the following components: • Display screen for setting and displaying the operating status • Cursor buttons for operation and adjustment • Power connection, plug with grounding contact • Charging clips: red = +, black = – 5.2 Menu description Device image 81 Device image 81...
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Selecting a characteristic curve The following characteristic curves can be selected with the up/down buttons: • IU charging • IA charging • Constant U charging • On-off More detailed information on the characteristic curves can be found in the "Tech- nical data" chapter. Charge parameters The "Charge parameters"...
Mounting 6.1 Mounting location requirements • The Steca battery chargers STM 80, STM 81, STM 860 and STM 861 must be mounted on the wall in a vertical (standing) position. The deviation from the plumb line may not exceed 15°. • The background must be even, and must not be easily flammable, e.g. con- crete or stone.
Operation 7.1 STM 820/860 WARNING Danger of explosion from sparking! When connecting and disconnecting the battery, make sure that the battery charger is switched off. Make sure that the battery to be charged complies with the battery charger's specifications. NOTE The power cable and the connection cables to the battery must not be subjected ...
7.2 STM 821/861 WARNING Danger of explosion from sparking! When connecting and disconnecting the battery, make sure that the battery charger is not charging: "<-Start" is shown in the bottom row of the display. Make sure that the battery to be charged complies with the battery charger's ...
EMC and EMF measures It is the operator's responsibility to ensure that no electrical or electronic equip- ment is subjected to electromagnetic interference. WARNING This is a class A device. This device can cause radio interference in living areas. In this event, the operator may be required to take appropriate measures. 10 Technical data 10.1 Device data Technical data...
10.2 Battery specifications STM 8.. devices are intended for charging the following batteries at any state of charge: • Open and sealed lead-acid batteries • Leaded lead-acid batteries (gel batteries, absorbed glass mat batteries) • Capacities from 0 Ah to 600 Ah 10.3 Applicable standards See declaration of conformity in appendix.
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10.4.3 Constant U charging Constant U charging (IU) Battery capacity 100% Charging voltage 16 V 14.4 V 13.8 V Charging current 100% Constant U characteristic curve for the 1 V variant with factory settings The trickle charge voltage is defined, and is maintained throughout the entire charging process.
11 Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting 11.1 General fault diagnosis and troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedy Device cannot be • No mains voltage Connect the device to the switched on mains. • Device fault Send the device to the manu- facturer for inspection. Stop using the device! Charging process • Derating active due Ensure sufficient circulation ...
12 Legal guarantee In accordance with German statutory regulations, there is a legal guarantee on this product for the customer. The seller will remove all manufacturing and material faults that occur in the product during the guarantee period and affect the correct functioning of the product.
14 Contact Steca In the event of complaints or faults, please contact the seller from whom you purchased the product. They will help you with any issues you may have. Europe Steca Elektronik GmbH Mammostrasse 1 87700 Memmingen Germany Tel. +49 (0)8331 8558 0 +49 (0)8331 8558 13 Email ladesysteme@steca.com...
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