Ansmann ALC-89 Users Manual

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MANUAL

19-inch CHARGER

ALC 89

Dear customer,
You have decided to buy a

This product – as well as the accompanying rechargeable batteries (accus) – has been developed according to the
latest state-of-the-art of technology and will be steadily developed further as required. The Charger complies with
the European Safety Standards and VDE (Association of German Electrical Engineers) regulations.

Please read this manual carefully prior to the first use, you will get important information for use and safety
of the unit. These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Should you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact FISCHER AMPS.

WHAT YOU SHOULD OBSERVE BEFORE FIRST COMMISSIONING !

When choosing your rechargeable batteries, ensure that they are suitable for fast charging. Particularly
older or very cheap batteries are often not admitted for this type of charging.

New rechargeable batteries

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product. Thank you.

- The batteries supplied with the unit are already charged. You should charge all batteries first before
using them, since they discharge after a long storage time.

- The maximum capacity of the rechargeable battery is only achieved after several charging/discharging
cycles.

What you should note in general when working with NiCd and NiMH rechargeable batteries:

- Do not dispose of batteries in domestic waste, but take them to a battery collecting point.

- Use nickel/metal-hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries instead of nickel/cadmium (NiCd) batteries, since NiCd

cells contain environment-polluting and unhealthy heavy metals. NiMH batteries have a higher capacity and thus

longer operating times.

- Do not charge batteries in extreme cold or hot (> 40 °C) conditions.

- Always store a rechargeable battery in charged condition when the rechargeable battery is not used for a longer

period of time.

- After a longer time of non-use, recharge battery before use.

(NiMH batteries have a self-discharge rate of approx. 10 % per month when not used.)

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How you notice that a rechargeable battery is defective or old:

- The operating time of the unit working with the rechargeable battery decreases considerably.

- The rechargeable battery does not accept charging any more (status LED of the charging chamber flashes red

immediately after inserting the batteries and does not switch over to fast charging (red light) after a longer period

of time).

Functional description of the FISCHER AMPS Chargers:

The FISCHER AMPS ALC 89 charger has 8 charging chambers in which 9 V block batteries are charged

individually. Each of the charging chambers is controlled separately. After inserting the charging box with the battery

into the charging chamber, a voltage measurement process detects whether the battery is extremely deep-

discharged.

In this case, the battery is charged in refresh mode with a small amount of current until a voltage has been reached

which allows fast charging. In fast charging mode, the status LED of the corresponding charging chamber flashes

red. A defective battery which cannot be charged any more is therefore detected, because it does not reach the

voltage required for fast charging. When a regularly discharged battery is inserted, fast charging starts immediately.

In fast charging mode, the status LED of the charging chamber lights red. After a qualifying period for

voltage stabilisation at the battery, the charging current is switched off for a short time and the voltage of the battery

is measured.

When the charging processor detects that the battery is fully charged, the fast charging current is switched off and

the battery is kept full by means of trickle charging until it is removed, while the status LED lights green. The battery

can remain in the Charger for an indefinite period of time without danger of overloading.

A fully charged battery is detected as "charged" after approx. 10 to 15 min. when charged again (i. e.

switching on the Charger) and changeover to trickle charging mode is made.

Commissioning:

Power cable:

Plug in the 3-pole power cable into the mounting jack at the rear connector panel of the Charger. Inside the unit is a

switching power supply with an input voltage of 100V to 240VAC with 47Hz to 63Hz. Both units have a 3-pole power

supply line and therefore has to be connected to a 3-pole plug with earthing. Voltage adjustment of the units is

made automatically depending on the mains voltage. Inside the units are no exchangeable fuses. The ALC

89 is fused with a fine-wire fuse 1A in the mains input connector. The fuse-holder at the mains input

connector contains a spare fuse.

Switching on the Charger:

The mains switch with a green LED is at the front of the Charger on the left. After switching to position "On", the red

status LEDs of the charging chambers flash for a short time and the green Power ON LED lights. If the batteries

have already been inserted the charging process starts immediately. When charging, the LEDs light red.

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Operation

Inserting the rechargeable batteries into the charging boxes and chambers:

9V block batteries:

Remove an empty charging box by slightly pulling it upwards and at the same time drawing it out. Insert the battery

based on the drawing in the charging box. Inserting the batteries with the poles in incorrect direction is mechanically

prevented. Push battery into the charging chamber until the box positively latches.

Removing batteries from the Charger:

9V block batteries:

Remove an occupied charging box where the status LED lights green (battery charged) by slightly pulling it upwards

and at the same time drawing it out.

Switching off the Charger:

Put power switch in position "OFF" or switch off master switch of the rack.

CAUTION!

:

Never insert dry batteries or alkaline / manganese cells into the Charger, the Charger

could be damaged. In such a case FISCHER AMPS do not undertake liability for damage of the

appliance or consequential damage or loss.

Keep your Charger in a dry place (indoor use only). Do not spill liquid into the enclosure through openings. Danger
of fire and electric shock!
Do not expose appliance to direct solar radiation (danger of overheating).
The ventilation openings on top of the appliance should not be covered or blocked.
When mounting the appliance into a rack, leave 5 mm free space on top of it so that the air can circulate between
the appliances. Do not impede the flow of air through ventilation openings.
Do not insert hot rechargeable batteries (>40°C). Allow the batteries to cool before charging them.

There are no parts inside the appliance which need maintenance service. Do not open appliance.

Repair may only be carried out by the manufacturer.

When rackmount, leave 5mm free space above the Charger so that the air can circulate to prevent buildup of heat.

WARRANTY:

The manufacturer grants a warranty of 24 months from the date of purchase by the original owner for defects in

materials or workmanship. The rechargeable batteries are excluded from the warranty. When the appliance has

been subject to misuse or has been altered, the warranty expires. When returning the defective unit, enclose the

receipt, pack the unit to avoid transit damage, and return the unit carriage prepaid. The manufacturer does not

accept carriage forward consignments.

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SPECIFICATION:

Type of Charger: ALC 89

Operating voltage / frequency

Max. input power 35W max. 1A

Type and number of batteries

Charging current max. 8 x 70mA +/- 10%

Charging time max.

capacity and charging status)

Maximum timeout 360 min

Dimensions, W, H, D 483mm, 44mm, 195mm

Weight (excluding batteries) approx. 2.60 kg

(depends on

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product.
The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your
local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.

8 x 9V block rechargeable battery

100 – 240 VAC / 47-63Hz

automatic voltage adjustment

NiMH

300mAh max.

180-300 min

FISCHER AMPS

Hans-Ulrich-Breymann-Str. 3, D-74706 Osterburken / Germany, Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

eMail: [e-mail], Internet: www.fischer-amps.de

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