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Intended Use
The product is intended to charge and discharge Ni-Cd or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. It provides four independent charging slots for AA/AAA rechargeable batteries. The charger can also optimize and test the maximum capacity of the rechargeable batteries. Each charging slot has its own display to show various information, such as, charging current, battery voltage, charged capacity, battery internal resistance and used charging time.
The charging current can be selected from 100mA to 1400mA with 200mA per increment. If 4 batteries are needed to be charged, then the maximum current for each slot is limited to 1000mA. If battery in slot 2 or 3 is not present, then the maximum current for slot 1 and 4 can be selected up to 1400mA.
The charger can charge batteries of different type and size and with different capacity at the same time. It also integrates the minus delta voltage (-ΔV) function, which monitors the voltage over the charging cycle. When battery is fully charged, the charger will switch to trickle charging automatically. Therefore the battery will be kept at its optimum capacity. The charger also includes overheat detection to protect rechargeable batteries and charger itself from overheating.
The charger can only be powered by power supply rated 12v/1.5A. Operate and store it in dry indoor environment only.
This product fulfills European and national requirements related to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). CE conformity has been verified and the relevant statements are available upon request.
Unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the device are inadmissible because of safety and approval reasons (CE). Any usage other than described above is not permitted and can damage the product and lead to associated risks such as short-circuit, fire, electric shock, etc. Please read the operating instructions thoroughly and keep them for future reference.
The charger has its backlight turned on after each key press. The back light will be switched off after 10 seconds without any key pressed.
Box Content
ŸBattery Charger BC-4001 1pcs
Power Adapter 1pcs
Operation Instructions 1pcs
Safety Instructions
We do not assume liability for resulting damages to property or personal injury if the product has been abused in any way or damaged by improper use or failure to observe these operating instructions. The warranty will then expire!
Product Safety
- ŸThe product must not be exposed to substantial mechanical strain or strong vibrations.
- ŸThe product must be protected against electromagnetic files, static electrical fields, extreme temperatures, direct sunlight and moisture.
- ŸThe manufacturer's instruction for the respective batteries must be observed, before they are charged.
- ŸThe product should not be connected immediately after it has been brought from an area of cold temperature to an area of warm temperature. Condensed water might destroy the product. Wait until the product adapts to the new ambient temperature before use.
- ŸSufficient ventilation is essential when operating the charger. Never cover the ventilating slots of the charger, especially when ambient temperature is over 35˚C.
Battery Safety
- ŸCorrect polarity must be observed while inserting the batteries.
- ŸNon-rechargeable batteries, rechargeable alkaline batteries (RAM), lead acid batteries and lithium batteries must not be charged with this products. This could result in an explosion!
- ŸBatteries should be removed from the device if it is not used for a long period of time to avoid damage through leaking. Leaking or damaged batteries might cause acid burns when in contact with skin, therefore use suitable protective gloves to handle corrupted batteries.
- ŸBatteries must be kept out of reach of children. Do not leave batteries lying around, as there is risk, that children or pets swallow them. Batteries must not be dismantled, short-circuited or thrown into fire. Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. This could result in an explosion!
Miscellaneous
- ŸRepair works must only be carried out by a specialist or specialist workshop.
- ŸIf you have queries about handling the device, which are not answered in this operating instruction, please check with the distributor for further help.
Power Supply
The shipped power adapter is the power supply for this charger. In case you need to use other power adapter, please be aware that the power supply has the correct polarity plug. Also please be noted that the power supply need to have minimum 1.5A driving capability, otherwise the charger could not work properly.
When the charger is powered up, all LCD segments will light up momentarily. The "null" icon will be shown until any batteries are inserted.
Operation
MODE Selection
- Ÿ Press and hold the "MODE" button for 2 seconds to change the operating mode for all charging slots.
- Ÿ Press the "MODE" button subsequently to toggle among the "Charge", "Discharge", "Test", "Quick Test" and "Refresh" mode.
- Ÿ When particular slot working mode need to be changed, press SLOT button to select the desired slot and then press MODE button to choose wanted working mode.
Current Selection
- Ÿ Within the first 6 seconds after insert the battery or power up, press the "CURRENT" button to select desired charge current for slots loaded with battery at the same time. The current can not be altered once the setting has been confirmed in the initial stage. If one wants to change the applied current afterwards, the rechargeable battery must be taken out and inserted again. Discharge current is automatically set to half of the selected charge current.
- Ÿ If three or less batteries are inserted in slot 1,4 and (2 or 3), the charging current can further be selected for 1200 or 1400mA for slots 1 and 4. Maximum discharge current is limited to 500mA when 1200mA or 1400mA selected.
- Ÿ If 4 slots are used at the same time, the maximum charging current will be limited to 1000mA.
Display Selection
During or after the work mode complete, press the "DISPLAY" button to toggle among the display mode for voltage, current, capacity and work time.
SLOT Selection
This button is used to select desired slots for different working mode, charge current or display mode. Press SLOT button will start the slots selection processing in the sequence cycle of 1->2->3->4->4 slots->exit.
Overheat Protection
When overheating occurs, either from battery over 60 degrees Celsius or controller board over 77 degrees Celsius, the charging or discharging current will be automatically halted. Four battery temperature sensors and two controller board temperature sensors are equipped to detect the over heating situation. If controller board over heat is detected, current will be suspended for the corresponding 2 battery slots at the same time. If battery temperature over heat detected, only the over heated channel current will be halted accordingly.
The charging/discharging process will only resume once the temperature of the rechargeable batteries drops below 40 degrees and charger controller board drops below 50 degrees. This feature is extremely important in protecting the batteries or charger itself from over heating.
Operation Modes and Display
Operation Modes
- Charge Mode: The rechargeable battery is charged up to its maximum capacity.
- ŸDischarge Mode: It is used to reduce the memory effect. The rechargeable battery is discharged to a preset battery voltage (0.9v). Once discharge is finished, the battery will be charged at the pre-selected charging current. Discharge current is always half of the selected charge current.
- ŸRefresh Mode: The rechargeable battery is charged and discharged repeatedly to optimize to its maximum capacity. Old rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that have not been used for a long period of time can be restored to their rated capacity. Depends on the selected charge current, it can take tens hours or even days time before complete. Refresh mode will make 3 complete discharge-charge working cycles before complete.
- ŸTest mode: Checks the present capacity of a rechargeable battery. The maximum capacity is determined by discharging the rechargeable battery after it was fully charged. If the maximum capacity is much lower than the rated capacity then it may reach the end of its lifetime.
- Quick test mode: The charger will analyze the dynamic internal battery resistance by applying a load current and this current reading is referred to the voltage drop detected on the battery. Within 10s, the tested battery resistance will be displayed in the unit of milliohm. For good quality batteries, the internal resistance is very low: in the range of 20 ~ 80 milliohms. If the battery internal resistance is over 500milliohms, then these batteries are not good for holding enough energy. Always to use batteries with close range internal batteries when they are used in serial to achieve maximum battery life. Alkaline and any other 1.5v batteries can be tested on this charger. If a completely empty battery is to be tested, it is not possible to give any correct reading. Please be noted that since the internal battery resistance can be very small, and contact resistance can be a major influence factor, thus same battery tested in different slot or even at the same slot with different contact condition, the reading can be varied for 10% to 20%. This is normal.
Display
- Charge/Discharge Current: The instantaneous current is displayed.
- Time Elapsed: The charging/discharging time of the last cycle is displayed.
- Accumulated Capacity: The accumulated battery capacity is displayed in mAh or Ah.
- Charge Voltage: The instantaneous battery voltage is displayed.
- At Quick test mode: It shows the internal battery resistance.
- Full: After the rechargeable battery is fully charged in any of the operation modes, trickle charging will be started automatically. Trickle charging prevents the rechargeable batteries from being overcharged and compensates for self-discharging of the batteries.
Maintenance
The device is maintenance-free but should be cleaned occasionally. When cleaning, the device must be removed from any power source. Only use dry and soft cloth to clear the housing of the charger. Do not use abrasive or solvents.
Disposal
Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment
In order to preserve, protect and improve the quality of environment, protect human health and utilize natural resources prudently and rationally, the user should return unserviceable product to relevant facilities in accordance with statutory regulations.
The crossed-out wheeled bin indicates the product needs to be disposed separately and not as municipal waste.
Used batteries/rechargeable batteries disposal
The user is legally obliged (battery regulation) to return used batteries and rechargeable batteries.
Disposing used batteries in the household waste is prohibited! Batteries/rechargeable batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with the coursed-out wheeled bin. The symbol indicates that the product is forbidden to be disposed via the domestic refuse. The chemical symbols for the respective hazardous substances are Cd= Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead.
You can return used batteries/rechargeable batteries free of charge to any collecting point of your local authority.
Technical Data
| Operating Voltage | 12V DC | |
| Power Adapter | Input: | 100~240V~,50/60Hz |
| Output: | 12V DC / 1.5A | |
| Charging Current range | 200 ~ 1400 mA | |
| Discharging Current range | 100 ~ 500 mA | |
| Max. Charging Capacity | 20000mAh | |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 40˚C | |
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Documents / Resources
References
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