Skilled workers in the field of automotive electrics. Any modifications to the product or its components are prohibited and do not conform to its intended use. Only use original LEAB or LEAB-approved ac- cessories. Throughout the manual, you will be alerted to warnings and safety notices about potential hazards associated with handling the device.
2 Safety LEAB Automotive GmbH DANGER Danger that will lead to severe injury or death Safety instructions with the signal word Danger indicate a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or severe injury. Read the safety instructions carefully and follow them to avoid the hazard.
LEAB Automotive GmbH 2 Safety 2.1 Intended use The charger has been developed for permanent installation in vehicles for charging Lead-acid batteries (wet, gel, AGM). The unit is designed for a tem- perature range of -30 °C ... 60 °C. Do not charge batteries with this charger outside the specified temperature range.
Lead-acid batteries (wet, gel, AGM) batteries. Charge only lead-acid battery batteries with the charger. To avoid damage, never pinch the leads of the charger. In the event of dam- age, unplug the charger immediately and contact your dealer or LEAB. Notice Device defects from incorrect installation Incorrect installation can result in device defects.
LEAB Automotive GmbH 3 About this product 3 About this product The CPC charger is a battery charger for permanent installation in vehicles as well as for workshop use. The robust and rubberised mounting rim allows for both secure, vibration-free and particularly easy attachment in the vehicle and - when used as a portable charger - laying down of the unit without the risk of damaging the sensitive vehicle surface.
5 Charging characteristics LEAB Automotive GmbH 5 Charging characteristics The CPC charger contains 15 different charging characteristics which you can select before connecting to the battery. Battery charging is fully automatic and micro-processor controlled with a 3-stage IU characteristic curve for gentle and optimum charging of the batteries.
LEAB Automotive GmbH 6 Setting charging characteristics phase: Main charging with constant voltage In the main charging phase, the voltage is kept at a constant value. As the bat- tery increasingly charges, the current decreases continuously and approaches a lower limit.
7 Assembly LEAB Automotive GmbH NOTE! The arrow in the middle of the potentiometer indicates the selected characteristic. 2. To prevent accidental adjustment of the charging characteristic, stick the supplied sticker on the potentiometer. NOTE! Ensure that the notch in the sticker is above the LED.
LEAB Automotive GmbH 8 Installation ü Optimum cooling is achieved by mounting the unit vertically on a flat sur- face. 1. Fasten the unit with screws to the 4 lateral holes on the side (5 mm Ø). ð The unit is assembled.
8 Installation LEAB Automotive GmbH 8.3 Connecting the sensor cable The unit is compatible with two different sensor cable. The TS sensor cable measures the battery temperature to optimally charge the battery. The CTS sensor cable measures the battery temperature and voltage to optimally charge the battery.
LEAB Automotive GmbH 9 Operation 8.5 Connecting the remote display The remote display shows the charge status of the battery via an LED. To connect the remote display, proceed as follows: 1. Plug the connecting cable for the remote display into the connector for the remote display of the charger.
9 Operation LEAB Automotive GmbH 9.3 LED status display on the charger Status Description Action Steady light, Battery is charging. orange The charger is in the main charging phase. Steady light, Battery is fully charged, char- Charger can be switched off green ger is in trickle charge phase.
LEAB Automotive GmbH 10 Maintenance 10 Maintenance Check the charger as follows every time before you use it: – Check the mains cable and mains plug for damage. – Check charging cables and connections for damage. – Check the charger for external damage.
12 EU Declaration of Conformity LEAB Automotive GmbH 11 Disposal Dispose of the battery in accordance with national regu- lations. Bring the battery pack to a collection point or re- turn it to your point of sale. Dispose of all components in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE).
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LEAB Automotive GmbH 12 EU Declaration of Conformity LEAB Automotive GmbH Thorshammer 6 24866 Busdorf...
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