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PEAK 400 BATTERY CHARGER INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Electrifly
™
Peak 400 Battery
Charger. Capable of charging nickel-cadmium (NiCd) and
nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, the Peak 400
Battery Charger is specifically designed for charging
power batteries for Speed 400 size electric airplanes at the
flight line. Capable of charging up to 8, even 10 cell
batteries, with three charge current rates of 0.5A, 1.2A and
2.5A, this charger is great for quick charging "A", "AA", or
"2/3 sub-C" size power packs. Three LEDs aid in setting up
and monitoring charge progress.
Read this entire instruction manual to learn about
specific functions and features, and safety information.
Damage resulting from misuse or modification of this
charger will void your warranty.
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- Page 1 ™ PEAK 400 BATTERY CHARGER INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the Electrifly ™ Peak 400 Battery Charger. Capable of charging nickel-cadmium (NiCd) and nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, the Peak 400 Battery Charger is specifically designed for charging power batteries for Speed 400 size electric airplanes at the flight line.
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Page 2: Specifications
SPECIFICA TIONS SPECIFICA TIONS SPECIFICATIONS Input voltage: 11-15V DC Battery types: nickel-cadmium (NiCd) nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) Number cells: 1-10 NiCd or NiMH Fast charge current: 0.5A, 1.2A, 2.5A linear Fast charge termination: peak detection Trickle charge current: 40, 60mA and 100mA Output connectors: Standard Fuse: 7.5A spade (auto) Case size: 6.25 x 4.0 x 1.5 in... - Page 3 IMPOR ANT PRECA UTIONS IMPOR ANT PRECA UTIONS · Charge only nickel-cadmium or nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries. Do NOT attempt to charge other types of rechargeable batteries as permanent damage to the battery and charger could result. · Do not use automotive type battery chargers to power the charger.
- Page 4 CARE & HANDLING FOR N MH B TTERIES CARE & HANDLING FOR N MH B TTERIES While similar in appearance to NiCd batteries and having the same 1.2V rating per cell, NiMH cells contain a different chemical makeup which requires different care and handling.
- Page 5 clean DC power source whose output is filtered to remove unwanted electrical noise. To achieve maximum potential, the power source must be capable of delivering at least 3 amps of current while maintaining 12 volts DC. Disconnect the charger when not in use. WARNING! Make sure the charger’s positive (+) and negative (-) input connections are never accidentally shorted together when connected to 12V DC power.
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Page 6: Charging Batteries
to be charged to the output connector. Pay special attention to ensure that the desired battery polarities are the same as the charger’s. The positive (+) battery lead (red) should be connected to the Peak 400’s square, positive (+) charge lead (red), and the negative (-) battery lead (black) should be connected to the Peak 400’s rounded, negative (-) charge lead (black). - Page 7 longer to fully charge batteries. Smaller cells, such as “AAA” size cells and smaller can easily overheat when charged with excessive charge currents, and therefore should only be charged at low rates. High charge currents result in much quicker charge times, but are more stressful on batteries which can shorten their overall life span.
- Page 8 charged at the 500mA setting. This charger is not recommended for cells smaller than “AAA”. Connect the battery to the charger’s “OUTPUT” connector as explained above. The yellow “Power” LED will be lit indicating power is supplied to the charger, and the red/green LEDs will alternately blink - this is normal.
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Page 9: Trickle Charge
TRICKLE CHARGE TRICKLE CHARGE The Peak 400 will automatically supply trickle charge current to NiCd and NiMH batteries immediately after quick charge has ended. The trickle charge current level is determined by the setting of the fast charge current switch. The approximate trickle charge rates are as follows: Fast charge setting Trickle charge rate... -
Page 10: Protection Features
b. The battery somehow has becomes disconnected from the charger while it was in the charge process. c. If the battery was accidentally connected to the output connector in reverse polarity. In any case, recheck to make sure the battery is connected to the output connector properly as explained above. -
Page 11: Tr Oubleshoo
Current Overload: if for some reason a short circuit condition exists on the input or output, the 7.5A spade (auto) fuse located on the left side of the charger might blow. In this case, make sure the charger is disconnected from the power supply. Remove and inspect the fuse. -
Page 12: Year Limited Warranty
ARRANTY 1-YEAR LIMITED ARRANTY Great Planes warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. During that period, Great Planes will, at its option, repair or replace without service charge any product deemed defective due to those causes.You will be required to...
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