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I.C.C.
Individual Cell Charger
Users Manual
For Firmware Version 1.05

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  • Page 1 I.C.C. Individual Cell Charger Users Manual For Firmware Version 1.05...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Index 1. Foreword.................... 2 2. Features of the ICC charger ............3 3. Components ..................4 4. Setting up the unit ................5 Placement of the unit..............5 Connecting to the power supply ..........5 Inserting a pack in the ICC tray ........... 5 Connecting a pack to the external output........

  • Page 3: Foreword

    Foreword Thank you for choosing the Spintec Individual Cell charger (ICC)! The ICC has been designed for maximum performance of your racing batteries. It is the first charger in the world that can charge each cell in a soldered pack individually. Like our other products it is designed by a team of specialists.

  • Page 4: Features Of The Icc Charger

    Features of the ICC charger Charges and discharges batteries with 4 and 6 cells in the ICC tray. Charges batteries with 4 to 8 cells on the external output. For NiCd and NiMH batteries. Charge current of 0.1 A to 8 A. Individual cell discharge function for ICC tray of 0.1 to 10 A.

  • Page 5: Components

    Components...

  • Page 6: Setting Up The Unit

    Setting up the unit Placement of the unit Always place the unit on a solid and stable surface. Do not place it on soft surfaces, like a towel. The fan at the bottom of the ICC should be able to get fresh air to the unit. Make sure there is no dirt or metal parts inside the ICC tray.
  • Page 7 Or for 4-cell packs, just leave away the right 2 cells. You can use a flexible wire for connection for ‘saddle pack’ layout, but make sure the wire is positioned so that you can place the pack as in the picture. Make sure all cells are aligned nicely!! Wrong Step 2.
  • Page 8 Step 4. Close the tray with the lever. Make sure to hold the lever and slowly close it. Step 5. Check all connections. It is important that all probes are in a good position on the pack. Right Wrong Pay extra attention if you are using the ‘Corally style’ bushing connectors at the end of your pack.

  • Page 9: Connecting A Pack To The External Output

    Since the firmware of the ICC can be updated, please make sure that you have the manual that matches the firmware version. For latest versions please check www.spintec.nl. Start up This is the first menu you will see when you turn on the ICC. It indicates that all systems are fine and you are ready to go! Simply click the dial to continue.

  • Page 10: Main Menu

    Main menu → From here you can access all the functions of the ICC. Charge (1) and discharge (2) are for the internal ICC tray. External Output (3) leads you to external charging and motor run. You can exit any charge or discharge function without stopping the process.
  • Page 11 The arrow in the right lower corner indicates that there are more menu screens with information. Scroll to the right to see them. < > < > ° ° ° ° ° ° < ° > < You will see respectively: o Status of each cell o Voltage of each cell o Temperature of each cell...
  • Page 12 You can change the following charging parameters: Setup Choose a profile, each profile contains the full set of charging parameters. Six profiles are pre-programmed. Deltapeak The value used for delta peak charge cut-off, measured in millivolts (mV). The value is set for 1 cell. Temppeak The maximum temperature a cell is allowed to reach.

  • Page 13: Icc Discharging

    Starttimer Here you can set a timer so that charging starts at a later time. This can be useful if you have a race coming up in say 3 hours and you want your pack to be full just in time. Suppose the charging time is 1 hour, then set the timer at 2 hours.

  • Page 14: External Output

    1. Settings Current This is the discharge current of each cell. Cut off The cut off voltage per cell. 4 or 6 cell pack 2. Finished discharging You will be presented with the following statistical information: o Match quality (%) o Average cell voltage in volts (V) o Capacity in milliamp-hours (mAh) o Energy in kilojoule (kJ)

  • Page 15: System Settings

    The PC Interface Cable can be used to update the firmware of the ICC with the latest version. You can download the latest version from www.spintec.nl. Here you can also download your free copy of the Firmware Upgrade Tool for PC.

  • Page 16: Charging Recommendations

    9. Click on the ‘Upgrade’ button and select the latest firmware file (file extension .icc). 10. Upgrading process will start, progress is indicated by status bar. This will take a couple of minutes. It is very important that the upgrading process is not disturbed.
  • Page 17 50 °C. 5. It is best to discharge your pack as soon as possible after racing. We recommend the Spintec Battery Manager to keep your packs in top condition. The 35 amps discharge current makes sure the pack delivers maximum power, while the cooling-down periods of the Coolflex process keeps the pack cool.

  • Page 18: Error Messages

    Error messages 4/6 cell pack detected You get this warning if you try to charge a 4 cell pack while settings are on 6 cell, or vice versa. Changing the setting should solve this error. Cell contact error This means that one of the probes is not properly in contact with the cell.

  • Page 19: Warnings

    Warnings 1. The heatsink can become very hot. Never touch it directly with your hands, especially during discharging. 2. Use the ICC only to charge rechargeable nickel-cadmium (NiCd) or nickel-metalhydride (NiMH) cells that are suitable for fast-charging. If you attempt to charge other cell types, it may cause damage to the cells and/or the charger.

  • Page 20: Product Warranty

    14. Never disconnect a motor that is running, always turn back the voltage to zero before disconnecting. Product warranty Spintec guarantees the ICC charger to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 months from original date of purchase (verified by dated, itemized sales receipt).

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