Kenwood KSC-32 Instruction Manual

RAPID CHARGER
KSC-32

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing this charger. This product will offer years
of reliable service when used to charge the specifi ed battery packs.
FEATURES
• Capable of charging Li-ion and Ni-MH battery packs when
either attached to or removed from the transceiver.
• Easy to use design allows you to start charging by simply
sliding the battery pack into the charging slot.
• Overcharge protection. Protects against reduced battery pack
life caused by excessive charging. After the rapid charge
cycle has fi nished, the charger automatically switches to trickle
charge (Ni-MH).
• Dual-color indicator informs you of the current charging status.
SUPPLIED ITEMS
Charger (W0B-0076-XX) ....................................................... 1
AC adapter ............................................................................ 1
(K type: W0H-0055-XX)
(X type: W0H-0056-XX)
Instruction manual (B62-2229-XX) ........................................ 1
APPLICABLE BATTERY PACKS
Charge only the battery packs listed below. Other types of
batteries may burst, causing personal injury.
KSC-32 (K, X types)
• Ni-MH: KNB-54N KNB-N4
• Li-ion: KNB-33L KNB-47L KNB-48L KNB-L1
KNB-L2 KNB-L3
ORIENTATION
AC adapter jack
Plug in the supplied AC adapter here.
Charging slot
Slide a battery pack or a transceiver
equipped with a battery pack into this
slot.
Dual-color Indicator
Informs you of the current charger
status.
SPECIFICATIONS
AC Voltages 100 - 240 V
Dimensions (W x H x D) 102 x 56.4 x 131.5 mm
<charger only> 4.02 x 2.22 x 5.18 in
Approx. 190 g/ 0.42 lbs
Weight <charger only>
ATTENTION: Check the rating label attached to the bottom of the
charger for other important specifi cations.
© 2016
CHARGING PROCEDURE
Do not use in explosive atmospheres (gases, dust, fumes, etc.).
ATTENTION: Always switch OFF a transceiver equipped with a
battery pack before inserting the transceiver into the charger.
1 Plug the AC adapter cable into
the adapter jack located on the
rear of the charger.
2 Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
To AC outlet
(X type)
(K type)
3 Slide a battery pack or a
transceiver equipped with a
battery pack into the charging
slot.
• Make sure the metal
contacts of the battery
pack mate securely with
the charger terminals.
• The indicator lights red
and charging starts.
4 When charging is completed, the indicator fl ashing green.
Remove the battery pack or the transceiver from the charging
slot.
• When the charger will not be used for a long time, unplug
the AC adapter from the AC outlet.
APPROXIMATE CHARGING TIMES
Battery Pack Voltage Charging Time
KNB-33L 7.4 V 140 minutes
KNB-47L 7.4 V 140 minutes
KNB-48L 7.4 V 170 minutes
KNB-54N 7.2 V 170 minutes
KNB-L1 7.4 V 150 minutes
KNB-L2 7.4 V 180 minutes
KNB-L3 7.4 V 240 minutes
KNB-N4 7.2 V 170 minutes
For other battery packs, please contact your dealer or refer to the
catalog of the transceiver.
CHARGING TIPS
◆ Using the transceiver while charging its battery pack will
interfere with correct charging.
◆
If the operating time of a battery pack decreases although the
battery pack is fully and correctly charged, the battery pack life
is over. Replace the battery pack.
◆ The ambient temperature should be from 41°F/ 5°C to 104°F/
40°C while charging is in progress.
When the ambient temperature is in the upper limits (close
to 104°F/ 40°C), the charging time may become longer than
normal.
◆ The charging times provided are obtained when a battery
pack discharged to 1 V/cell x 6 (Ni-MH) or 3 V/cell x 2 (Li-
ion) is charged at normal temperatures. This charging time
varies depending on the degree of discharge and the ambient
charging temperature.
◆ This charger may be suitable to charge battery packs not listed
herein, due to further technology development. Check your
transceiver Instruction Manual to confi rm whether this charger
is suitable for your battery pack.
◆ If the battery pack contacts are not properly mated with the
charger terminals, the indicator may fl ashing red or may remain
unlit. To resolve this problem, reinsert the battery pack after
cleaning the batter pack contacts and the charger terminals.
◆ Repeatedly recharging a fully charged battery pack, or almost
fully charged pack, shortens its operating time. To resolve this
problem, use the pack until it is completely discharged, then
recharge the pack to full capacity (Ni-MH) .
◆ The battery life in charge/discharge cycles is approximately
300. However, overcharging and excessive discharging
shortens the battery pack life.
◆
When using this equipment near a radio or television, you may
experience interference with reception.
CHARGER STATUS TABLE
Indicator Color Meaning
A battery pack is in the battery pack slot and
Red
charging has started.
The battery pack is defective or the battery pack
Flashing Red contacts are not properly mated with those of the
charger.
Charging is completed; remove the battery pack
Flashing Green
from the charger.
One or more of the following statements may be applicable to this
equipment:
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes
or modifi cations to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modifi cations are expressly approved in the instruction
manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if
an unauthorized change or modifi cation is made.
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can generate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all safety instructions before using this charger. For
best results, be aware of all warnings on the charger, the battery
pack, and the product using the battery pack. Follow the provided
operating instructions, and retain them for future reference.
• Do not disassemble the charger. Incorrect reassembly can
cause fi re or electric shock.
• Use of an attachment not recommended by nor sold by
KENWOOD can cause fi re, electric shock, or injury.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or moisture, to avoid the risk
of fi re or electric shock.
• Do not use an extension cable unless absolutely necessary.
Improper extension cables can cause fi re or electric shock. If
an extension cable is required, observe the following points:
a) The quantity, size, and shape of pins on the extension cable
plugs must be the same as on the AC adapter supplied with
the charger.
b) The extension cable must be properly wired and in good
electrical condition.
c) The wire size must be adequate to carry the current
required by this charger.
Extension cables shorter than 100 feet:
• Wire size must be 18 AWG or larger
Extension cables 100 to 150 feet, inclusive:
• Wire size must be 16 AWG or larger
• Always remove the AC adapter from a wall outlet before
attempting to inspect or clean the charger. Removing the
battery packs or changing the controls does not remove the AC
voltage from the charger.
• Position the AC adapter cable so it will not be stepped on,
tripped over, nor subjected to damage.
• Always remove the AC adapter from an AC wall outlet by
pulling on the adapter rather than the cable.
• Do not use the charger if it has a damaged AC adapter or
adapter cable, or if the charger has been damaged in any
way. Contact your KENWOOD dealer to replace or repair the
damaged part.
• Prevent strong impacts, such as caused by dropping, since the
charger can be damaged.
• Do not use the charger in hot or humid environments, in direct
sunlight, nor near heaters.
• Do not use solvents such as benzene or paint thinner to clean
the charger.
• Use only the supplied AC adapter.
• The socket-outlet shall be near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
• Do not install this equipment in a confi ned space such as a
book case or similar unit.
• Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of
battery disposal.
B62-2229-30 (K, X)