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- Page 3 Australia. DISCLAIMER Certain descriptions and illustrations contained in this manual may differ from the exact model purchased. In addition, Minelab reserves the right to respond to ongoing technical progress by introducing changes in design, appearance, equipment and technical features at...
- Page 4 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual The F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual CONTENTS Page No Introduction................6 List of Parts................7 Using a DC Source to Charge Batteries........8 Using Mains AC to Charge Batteries......... 9 Using an AC Generator to Charge Batteries ......10 Using an AC Source and a DC Source to Charge Batteries.. -
Page 6: Introduction
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Introduction The F Series Battery Charger is a robust, intelligent, fast charging device designed to charge Minelab 4.5 Ah 'D' cell rechargeable batteries. The Charger can charge two sets of four batteries in approximately three hours. A user initiated discharge-before-charge facility is provided to allow cycling of the batteries if required. -
Page 7: List Of Parts
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual List of Parts The Minelab F Series Battery Charger comprises the following parts: Minelab Description Part No 1. F Series Battery Charger Unit 0302-0039 2. Bag F Series Battery Charger 3001-0035 3. F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual 4901-0039 4. -
Page 8: Using A Dc Source To Charge Batteries
Charger will suspend charging if the power source voltage drops below a preset level. As each Charger can draw substantial amounts of power from a vehicle’s battery, Minelab recommends charging no more than 2 sets of 4 batteries while the vehicle’s engine is switched off. Charging more than this could result in difficulties when starting the engine. -
Page 9: Using Mains Ac To Charge Batteries
FUSES 2A (In Holder) Max Power 60VA Risk of electric shock. Dry location use only. AC INPUT VOLTAGE 85 - 250 VAC SN 00000 50 - 60Hz MN 0302-0039 AC Input GROUND TERMINAL Socket P0566-C Figure 3. F Series Battery Charger Rear Panel... -
Page 10: Using An Ac Generator To Charge Batteries
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Using an AC Generator to Charge Batteries A generator capable of supplying a nominal 110V or 240V is suitable as a source of power for the Charger. It is important that only self-regulating generators are used. -
Page 11: Set-Up Procedure To Charge Batteries
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Set-Up Procedure to Charge Batteries To charge one or two sets of batteries: Place the Charger upright on its plastic feet. As NiCad batteries can only be fast charged between 0°C and +45°C, direct exposure to sunlight, snow or ice could prevent the Charger entering fast charge mode. -
Page 12: Battery Charging Procedure
Other types of batteries may burst causing injury to persons and damage. P0565-A Figure 4. F Series Battery Charger Front Panel Battery Charging Procedure Warning: Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or carbon batteries. Use only 4.5Ah NiCad batteries with the Charger. - Page 13 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Replace the battery caps by lining up the metal ridges with the slotted holes. Lightly push the caps into the tubes and lock them into position by rotating them one quarter turn clockwise. If required, place a second set of four batteries to be charged in the two unused tubes in the same manner.
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Page 14: Battery Discharging Procedure
However, if cycling of a set of batteries is required, the Charger can be used to automatically conduct a discharge-before-charge cycle once initiated by the user. Discharging a set of Minelab batteries in a Charger will take around nine hours. - Page 15 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Once the batteries have been fully discharged, the Charger will automatically enter the charging mode, as indicated by the constantly illuminated "Charging" LED. Charging will proceed as normal, until fully charged. Once the batteries have been fully charged (approximately three hours) the green "Ready"...
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Page 16: Specifications
Weight: 2.2kg (Charger only, without batteries or bag) Certification The Minelab Charger has been tested and found to comply with UL1310, the Underwriters Laboratories electrical safety standard for Class 2 power supplies. The ‘CE’ symbol indicates compliance of this device with the relevant directives of the European community including the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and LVD (Low Voltage Directive) standards. -
Page 17: Trouble Shooting Guide
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Solutions AC Mains or Generator power is connected but "Power" LED will not illuminate. • • Generator voltage too low. Check generator output. • • Blown fuse (Generator voltage Check generator output and fuses in too high). - Page 18 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual "Charging" LED flashes, stops, then flashes again. • • Input DC source is not adequate - Ensure DC Power Lead is to supply the Charger, or is connected correctly. faulty. Will not charge batteries.
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Page 19: Internal Fuse Replacement
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Internal Fuse Replacement NOTE A qualified person should do this If both ‘Power’ LEDs are illuminated but one side of the charger won’t charge or discharge, the internal fuse on one side may be blown. To replace the fuse:... - Page 20 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Figure 8 Internal Fuse Location refit the Rear Panel into the Charger and refit the 12 screws and 2 washers.
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Page 21: Warranty Information
F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual Warranty Information Minelab provides a 15 month parts and labour warranty for the Charger. For service or repairs the Charger must be returned, with cables, to the nearest Minelab Office or a Minelab authorised repair centre. This Warranty does not cover damage to the Charger or injury to persons due to accident, deliberate misuse, alteration, modification, or unauthorised use of this product. -
Page 22: Rechargeable Battery Management Guidelines
Minelab supplied NiCd batteries should be fully discharged at least once a month. This can be achieved by either using them in the detector until Battery Low alarm is triggered, or using the discharge function on the F Series Charger. One discharge/ charge cycle using the F Series Charger will take approximately 12 hours per set of four batteries. - Page 23 Shelf life is not affected by the charge state of the batteries when put into storage. Sample Battery Management Procedures Note: F Series Charger Operations Manual should be read by all personnel conducting battery management. On Receipt of New Batteries: •...
- Page 24 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual also be connected to the F Series Chargers (so that if generator stops for any reason, batteries will still be charging until generator power becomes available again). • Each F Series Charger should have both red “POWER” lights illuminated.
- Page 25 F Series Battery Charger Operations Manual • Number new battery with same number of other three. • Put this set of batteries through 2 discharge/charge cycles before use. Sets of 4 holes, each hole Each compartment holds the size of one battery...
- Page 26 Please dispose of this equipment via a recycling service or centre, or by returning the unit to the respective Minelab outlet as appropriate for your unit. This will enable the equipment to be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.
- Page 28 Contact Details: Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd PO Box 537 Torrensville Plaza South Australia 5031 AUSTRALIA email: countermine@minelab.com.au tel: +61 88238 0888 Minelab USA 871 Grier Drive, Suite B-1 Las Vegas, Nevada 89119 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA email: countermine@minelab.com.au tel: +1 702 891 8809...