TecMate Optimate5 User Manual [en, de, es, fr, it]

MODEL : TM220 / TM221 AC : 100 – 240VAC 50-60Hz

0.90A @ 100Vac / 0.40A @ 240Vac DC : 2.8A 12V

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

IMPORTANT: Read completely before charging

MODE D’EMPLOI

IMPORTANT: à lire avant d’utiliser l’appareil

MODO DE EMPLEO

IMPORTANTE: a leer antes de utilizar el aparato

INSTRUÇÕES DE UTILIZAÇÃO

IMPORTANTE: Ler antes de utilizar.

ANWENDUNGSVORSCHRIFTEN

WICHTIG: Vollständig vor der Benutzung lesen

GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

BELANGRIJK: Lees volledig voor gebruik

ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO

IMPORTANTE: da leggere prima di utilizzare l’apparecchio

INSTRUKTIONER

1 x 12V STD / AGM-MF / GEL / CYCLIC CELL

7.5 - 120Ah (48 hour charge)

VIKTIGT: läs följande fullständiga instruktioner för användningen innan du använder laddaren

Automatic charger for 12V lead/acid batteries • Chargeur automatique pour batteries 12V plomb-acide • Cargador automático para baterías 12V plomo-ácido • Carregador automático para baterias de 12V chumbo/ácido • Automatische Ladegerät für 12V Blei-Säure Batterien • Automatische lader voor 12V loodzuur accu’s • Caricabatterie automatico per batterie 12V piombo-acido • Automatisk diagnostisk laddare för 12V blybatterier

100 - 240VAC

30min

TEST MAINTAIN

12,40V

ACTIVATE

DESULFATE

3.1

3.2

4.1

4.2

CHARGE

VERIFY

12,40V

IMPORTANT SAFETY

THIS PORTION OF THE MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPTIMATE 5 BATTERY CHARGER. IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME, BEFORE USING THE CHARGER, YOU READ AND EXACTLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANADA & USA

AUTOMATIC CHARGER FOR 12V LEAD-ACID BATTERIES

DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OR NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.

1. CAUTION : CLASS II APPLIANCE. DO NOT CONNECT TO GROUND.

2. For indoor use only. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

3. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock,or injury to persons.

4. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord,pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

5. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.If extension cord must be used make sure that : a) pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger. b) the extension cord is property wired and in good electrical condition,and c) the conductor wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger as specified in the table below.

AC INPUT RATING IN AMPERES

Equal to or greater than But less than

2A 3A 25 (17.6)

6. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace the cord or plug immediately.

7. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped,or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

8. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.Clean only with slightly moist,not wet, cloth.Do not use solvents.

10. WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. a) WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. B ATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER. b) To reduce risk of battery explosion,follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine.

11. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS.

a) Someone should be within range of your voice OR close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery. b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes. c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery. d) If battery acid contacts or enters eye, flood eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap & water. If acid enters an eye , immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes & get medical attention immediately. e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine. f) Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion. g) Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets ,necklaces , and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn. i) NEVER charge a frozen battery.

LENGTH OF CORD,

FEET (m)

50 (15.2)

100 (30.5)

AWG SIZE

OF CORD

18 18 14

SAFETY

12. PREPARING TO CHARGE

a) If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge,always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc. b) Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan. c) Clean battery terminals.Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes. d) Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, such as valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) or absorbed glass mat (AGM) batteries, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions. e) Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.

SAFETY US & CAN

f) Determine voltage of battery by referring to vehicle or other user’s manual and BEFORE MAKING THE BATTERY CONNECTIONS , MAKE SURE TH AT THE VOLTAGE OF THE BATTERY YOU ARE GOING TO CHARGE MATCHES THE OUTPUT VOLTAGE OF THE CHARGER.

13. CHARGER LOCATION. a) Locate charger as far away from battery as DC cables permit. b) Never place charger directly above batterv being charged; gases from battery will corrode and damage the charger. c) Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading gravity or filling battery. Do not operate charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way. d) Do not set a battery on top of charger. IMPORTANT : Place charger on a hard flat surface or mount onto a vertical surface. Do not place on plastic, leather or textile surface.

14. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

a) Connect and disconnect DC output clips only after setting any charger switches to off position and removing AC cord from electric outlet. Never allow clips to touch each other, however should this happen no damage will result to the charger circuit & the automatic charging programme will just reset to «start». b) Attach clips to battery and chassis as indicated in 15(e), 15(f), and 16(b) through 16(d). NOTE : This battery charger has an automatic safety feature that will prevent it from operating if the battery has been inversely connected. Set charger switches to off position and/or remove AC cord from electrical outlet, disconnect the battery clips, then reconnect correctly according to the instructions below.

15. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR A BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY :

a) Position AC and DC cords so as to reduce risk of damage by hood, door or moving engine part. b) Stay clear of fan -blades, belts,pulleys,and other parts that can cause injury to persons. c) Check polarity of battery posts.POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,–) post. d) Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If negative post is grounded to chassis (as in most vehicles),see (e). If positive post is grounded to the chassis,see (f). e) For negative-grounded vehicle, connect POSITIVE (RED) clip from battery charger to POSITIVE (POS, P, + ) ungrounded post of battery. Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of the frame or engine block. f) For positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from battery charger to NEGATIVE (NEG. N , -) ungrounded post of battery. Connect POSITIVE (RED) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of the frame or engine block. g) When disconnecting charger, turn switches to off, disconnect AC cord,remove clip from vehicle chassis,and then remove clip from battery terminal. h) See operating instructions for length of charge information.

16. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY :

a) Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG,N, -) post. b) This battery charger has an automatic safety feature that will prevent it from operating if the battery has been inversely connected. The charger does allow charge current unless a voltage of at least 2V is sensed. c) Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery. d) Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post of the battery. e) Do not face battery when making final connection. f) When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure & break first connection while as far away from battery as practical. g) A marine (boat) battery must be removed & charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.

AUTOMATIC DIAGNOSTIC CHARGER FOR 12V LEAD-ACID BATTERIES FROM 7,5Ah TO 120Ah, AS FOUND IN:

DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OR NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.

Charge rate: 2,5 Ah / hour, will recharge a 120Ah battery in 48 hours. Input: 100-240V

IMPORTANT: READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE CHARGER

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

SAFETY WARNING AND NOTES: Batteries emit EXPLOSIVE GASES - prevent flame or sparks near batteries.

Disconnect AC power supply before making or breaking DC/battery connections. Battery acid is highly corrosive. Wear protective clothing and eyewear and avoid contact. In case of accidental contact, wash immediately with soap and water. Check that the battery posts are not loose; if so, have the battery professionally assessed. If the battery posts are corroded, clean with a copper wire brush; if greasy or dirty clean with a rag damped in detergent. Use the charger only if the input and output leads and connectors are in good, undamaged condition. If the input cable is damaged, it is essential to have it replaced without delay by the manufacturer, his authorised service agent or a qualified workshop, to avoid danger. Protect your charger from acid and acid fumes and from damp and humid conditions both during use and in storage. Damage resulting from corrosion, oxidation or internal electrical short-circuiting is not covered by warranty. Distance the charger from the battery during charging to avoid contamination by or exposure to acid or acidic vapours. If using it in the horizontal orientation, place the charger on a hard, flat surface, but NOT on plastic, textile or leather. Use the fixing holes provided in the enclosure base to attach the charger to any convenient, sound vertical surface.

EXPOSURE TO LIQUIDS: This charger is designed to withstand exposure to liquids accidentally spilled or splashed onto the

casing from above, or to light rainfall. Prolonged exposure to falling rain is inadvisable and longer service life will be obtained by minimizing such exposure.Failure of the charger due to oxidation resulting from the eventual penetration of liquid into the electronic components, connectors or plugs,is not covered by warranty.

BATTERY CONNECTIONS: 2 interchangeable connection sets are available, supplied with the charger is a set of battery

clips for charging the battery off-vehicle, the other connection set comes with metal eyelet lugs for permanent connection to the battery posts, and re-sealable weatherproof cap on the connector that connects to the charger output cable. This connection set allows easy and sure connection of the charger to maintain the battery on-vehicle. The resealable weatherproof cap is designed to protect the connector from dirt and damp whenever the charger is not attached. Consult a professional service agent for assistance in attaching the metal eyelets to the battery posts. Secure the connector with weatherproof cap so that it cannot foul any moving part of the vehicle or the cable can be pinched or damaged by sharp edges. The in-line fuse in the eyelets connection set protects the battery against such accidental shorting across positive and negative conductors. Replace any burnt fuse only with a similar new fuse of 15A rating.

CONNECTING THE CHARGER TO THE BATTERY

1. Disconnect AC power supply before making or breaking DC / battery connections.

2. If charging a battery in the vehicle with the battery clips, before making connections, first check that the battery clips can

be safely and securely positioned clear from surrounding wiring, metal tubing or the chassis. Make connections in the following order: First connect to the battery terminal not connected to the chassis (normally positive), then connect the other battery clip (normally negative) to the chassis well away from the battery and fuel line. Always disconnect in reverse sequence.

3. When charging a battery out of the vehicle with the battery clips, place it in a well ventilated area. Connect the charger to

the battery: RED clamp to POSITIVE (POS, P or +) terminal and BLACK clamp to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or –) terminal. Make sure the connections are firm and secure. Good contact is important.

4. If the battery is deeply discharged (and possibly sulphated), remove from the vehicle and inspect the battery before connecting the charger for a recovery attempt. Visually check the battery for mechanical defects such as a

bulging or cracked casing, or signs of electrolyte leakage. If the battery has filler caps and the plates within the cells can be seen from the outside, examine the battery carefully to try to determine if any cells seem different to the others (for example, with white matter between the plates, plates touching). If mechanical defects are apparent do not attempt to charge the battery, have the battery professionally assessed.

5. If the battery is new, before connecting the charger read the battery manufacturer’s safety and operational instructions carefully. If applicable, carefully and exactly follow acid filling instructions.

maximum 0,90A. The maximum output current is 2,8A.

SAFETY

USING THE OPTIMATE 5: PROCEEDING TO CHARGE

For safety reasons, the OptiMate output will only activate if a battery retaining at least 2V is connected, whereupon the

circuit

instantly diagnoses the battery condition and engages the appropriate charge mode and lights the corresponding charge

status LED.

The charger’s special recovery mode cannot engage if it senses that the battery is still connected to a vehicle wiring circuit which effectively offers a lower electrical resistance than the battery on its own. However, if the deep-discharged

battery is not removed for recovery, neither battery nor vehicle electronics will be damaged.

VERY FLAT NEGLECTED BATTERIES: Pay particularly close attention to the following which is especially

important for relatively small batteries such as those used on motorcycles, lawn tractors, jet-ski’s, snowmobiles and similar: A battery left deep-discharged for an extended period may develop permanent damage in one or more cells. Such

batteries may heat up excessively during high current charging. Monitor the battery temperature during the first hour, then hourly there-after. Check for unusual signs, such as bubbling or

leaking electrolyte, heightened activity in one cell compared to others, or hissing sounds. If at any time the battery is uncomfortably hot to touch or you notice any unusual signs, DISCONNECT THE CHARGER IMMEDIATELY.

ECO POWER SAVING MODE WHEN THE CHARGER IS CONNECTED TO AC SUPPLY: To reduce long term power

consumption OptiMate 5 employs two converter circuits, a power converter to charge the battery and an auxiliary converter to power the control circuitry and LED display. The power converter is switched off when the charger is not connected to a battery resulting in a very low power draw of less than 1,7W, equivalent to power consumption of 0,042 kWh per day. When a battery is connected to the charger power consumption depends on the current demand of the battery and its connected vehicle / electronic circuitry. After the battery has been charged and the charger is in long term maintenance charge mode (to keep the battery at 100% charge) the total power consumption is estimated to be 0,060 kWh or less per day.

The LED indicators referred to below, and the clauses dealing with them, are sequenced as they may come on through the course of the program.

3.1

3.2

4.1

4.2

1. LED #1 - Power on. Confirms AC power supply to the charger. Light intensity is low during POWER SAVING MODE.

2. LED #2 indicates inverse polarity - wrong output connections. Swap around to activate output.

3. Circuit activation and recovery of deep-discharged, neglected batteries

3.1 ACTIVATION - If the battery voltage is above 2V, LED #3 lights briefly to confirm circuit activation.

For batteries with a good state of health LED #3 goes out immediately and charge LED #4 comes on.

3.2 RECOVERY - For

voltage is limited at a maximum 22V while the circuit attempts to deliver a current of 400mA into the battery.

If step 3 has not concluded after 2 hours, step 4 engages automatically.

neglected batteries in poor state of health, LED #3 remains on and indicates steadily. The charge

4. Charge and charge verification

4.1 CHARGE: The BULK CHARGE stage (steady LED #4) delivers a constant current of about

battery,

4.2 VERIFICATION: LED #4 flashes while the circuit verifies battery charge level.

up to a voltage of 14,2 -14,5V.

If the battery requires further charging pulse to the battery demand below 400mA at 13,6V (which is consistent with a battery that has accepted as much charge as its basic condition allows). When LED #4 has flashed continuously for 30 minutes, step 5 engages and a voltage retention test starts.

. These reversions may occur as many times as is necessary to reduce the battery’s current

the programme reverts to CHARGE for brief periods, delivering a variable current

2,8Amps maximum into the

5. 6. Voltage retention tests alternating half-hourly with battery maintenance

Flashing LED #5 - Voltage retention test

For a good battery LED #5 flashes throughout the 30 minute test. NO CHARGE CURRENT. If the battery voltage falls below 12,4V during the test LED #6 (red) will come on and indicate steadily. The red LED means that after being charged the battery’s voltage is not being sustained or that despite recovery attempts the battery was irrecoverable. This may be due to a defect in the battery itself, such as a short-circuited cell or total sulphation, or, in the case of a battery still connected to the vehicle’s wiring system, the red LED #6 may be signalling a loss of current through deteriorated wiring or a degraded switch or contact, or in-circuit current-consuming accessories. A sudden load such as the headlights being switched on while the charger is connected can also cause the battery voltage to dip significantly. Always remove the battery from the vehicle, reconnect the OptiMate™ and allow it to proceed through its programme once more.

Steady on LED #5 or 6 - Automatic battery maintenance

Maintenance - float charge at a safe voltage limit of 13,6V and up to 2,8A is available to counter self-discharge. Whichever LED (#5 flashing or #6 steady) was indicating at the end of the TEST now indicates steadily. The battery can draw current as required to support small loads and counter self-discharge.

Maintenance and voltage retention test periods continue alternating half-hourly until the battery is disconnected. The test result is updated during each subsequent test.

Accuracy of voltage retention test: This test is a strongly indicative but not necessarily a conclusive test of battery

condition, which can be more precisely established by using a TestMate™mini which tests 12V batteries on the vehicle during cranking, as well as the charging system operation.

Maintaining a battery for extended periods: The OptiMate will maintain a battery whos basic condition is good, for

months at a time. At least once every two weeks, check that the connections between the charger and battery are secure, and, in the case of batteries with filler caps on each cell, disconnect the battery from the charger, check the level of the electrolyte and if necessary, top up the cells (with distilled water, NOT acid), then reconnect. When handling batteries or in their vicinity, always take care to observe the SAFETY WARNINGS above.

Charging time: The time required for the OptiMate™5 to complete a charge on a flat but not severely discharged and

otherwise undamaged battery is roughly equal to 1/3 the battery’s Ah rating, so a 60Ah battery should take no more than about 20 hours to progress to the self-discharge check (§ 5). Deep-discharged batteries may take significantly longer.

NOTE: The total charging time of the steps 4.1 and 4.2 is not limited.

LIMITED WARRANTY

TecMate (International) SA, Sint-Truidensesteenweg 252, B-3300 Tienen, Belgium, makes this limited warranty to the original purchaser at retail of this product. This limited warranty is not transferable. TecMate (International) warrants this battery charger for three years from date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship. If such should occur the unit will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to forward the unit together with proof of purchase (see NOTE), transportation or mailing costs prepaid, to the manufacturer or its authorized representative. This limited warranty is void if the product is misused, subjected to careless handling, or repaired by anyone other than the factory or its authorized representative. The manufacturer makes no warranty other than this limited warranty and expressly excludes any implied warranty including any warranty for consequential damages.

THIS IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER THAN THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED.

NOTE: Details at www.tecmate.com/warranty.

OptiMate 5 and the names of other battery care products mentioned in these instructions such as BatteryMate, TestMateand TestMate mini, are registered trademarks of TecMate International NV.

WARRANTY in Canada, USA, Central America and South America: TecMate North America, Oakville, ON, Canada, as a wholy owned subsidiary of TecMate International, assumes the responsibility for product warranty in these regions.

More information on TecMate products can be found at www.tecmate.com.

INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS. CE MANUEL CONTIENT DES INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ ET LE FONCTIONNEMENT DU CHARGEUR OPTIMATE 5.

CHARGEUR AUTOMATIQUE POUR BATTERIES 12V PLOMB-ACIDE

NE CONVIENT PAS POUR LES BATTERIES NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OU NON RECHARGEABLES.

SÉCURITÉ US & CAN

AVERTISSEMENT :

N’utiliser l’appareil qu’à l’intérieur. Ne pas exposer à la pluie ou à la neige. Appareil de Classe II.

a) CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS. CE MANUEL CONTIENT DES INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA SÉCURITÉ ET LE FONCTIONNEMENT.

b) IL EST DANGEREUX DE TRAVAILLER A PROXIMITÉ D’UNE BATTERIE AU PLOMB. LES BATTERIES PRODUISENT DES GAZ EXPLOSIFS EN SERVICE NORMAL. IL EST AUSSI IMPORTANT DE TOUJOURS RELIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER LE CHARGEUR ET DE LES SUIVRE À LA LETTRE.

c) POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE D’EXPLOSION, LIRE CES INSTRUCTIONS ET CELLES QUI FIGURENT SUR LA BATTERIE. d) NE JAMAIS FUMER PRÈS DE LA BATTERIE OU DU MOTEUR ET ÉVITER TOUTE ÉTINCELLE OU FLAMME NUE À PROXIMITÉ DE

CES DERNIERS. e) UTILISER LE CHARGEUR POUR CHARGER UNE BATTERIE AU PLOMB UNIQUEMENT. CE CHARGEUR N’EST PAS CONÇU POUR

ALIMENTER UN RÉSEAU ÉLECTRIQUE TRÈS BASSE TENSION NI POUR CHARGER DES PILES SÈCHES. LE FAIT D’UTILISER LE CHARGEUR POUR CHARGER DES PILES SÈCHES POURRAIT ENTRAÎNER L’ÉCLATEMENT DES PILES ET CAUSER DES BLESSURES OU DES DOMMAGES.

f) NE JAMAIS CHARGER UNE BATTERIE GELÉE. g) S’IL EST NÉCESSAIRE DE RETIRER LA BATTERIE DU VÉHICULE POUR LA CHARGER, TOUJOURS DÉBRANCHER LA BORNE DE

MISE À LA MASSE EN PREMIER. S’ASSURER QUE LE COURANT AUX ACCESSOIRES DU VÉHICULE EST COUPÉ AFIN D’ÉVITER LA FORMATION D’UN ARC.

h) PRENDRE CONNAISSANCE DES MESURES DE PRÉCAUTION SPÉCIFIÉES PAR LE FABRICANT DE LA BATTERIE, P. EX., VÉRIFIER S‘IL FAUT ENLEVER LES BOUCHONS DES CELLULES LORS DU CHARGEMENT DE LA BATTERIE, ET LES TAUX DE CHARGEMENT RECOMMANDÉS.

i) SI LE CHARGEUR COMPORTE UN SÉLECTEUR DE TENSION DE SORTIE, CONSULTER LE MANUEL DE L’USAGER DE LA VOITURE POUR DÉTERMINER LA TENSION DE LA BATTERIE ET POUR S’ASSURER QUE LA TENSION DE SORTIE EST APPROPRIÉE. SI LE CHARGEUR N’EST PAS MUNI D’UN SÉLECTEUR, NE PAS UTILISER LE CHARGEUR À MOINS QUE LA TENSION DE LA BATTERIE NE SOIT IDENTIQUE À LA TENSION DE SORTIE NOMINALE DU CHARGEUR.

j) NE JAMAIS PLACER LE CHARGEUR DIRECTEMENT SOUS LA BATTERIE À CHARGER OU AU-DESSUS DE CETTE DERNIÈRE. LES GAZ OU LES FLUIDES QUI S’ÉCHAPPENT DE LA BATTERIE PEUVENT ENTRAÎNER LA CORROSION DU CHARGEUR OU L’ENDOMMAGER. PLACER LE CHARGEUR AUSSI LOIN DE LA BATTERIE QUE LES CABLES C.C. LE PERMETTENT.

k) NE PAS FAIRE FONCTIONNER LE CHARGEUR DANS UN ESPACE CLOS ET/OU NE PAS GÊNER LA VENTILATION. l) METTRE LES INTERRUPTEURS DU CHARGEUR HORS CIRCUIT ET RETIRER LE CORDON C.A. DE LA PRISE AVANT DE METTRE

ET D’ENLEVER LES PINCES DU CORDON C.C. S’ASSURER QUE LES PINCES NE SE TOUCHENT PAS. m) SUIVRE LES ÉTAPES SUIVANTES LORSQUE LA BATTERIE SE TROUVE DANS LE VÉHICULE. UNE ÉTINCELLE PRÈS DE LA BATTERIE POURRAIT PROVOQUER L’EXPLOSION DE CETTE DERNIÈRE. POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE

D’ÉTINCELLE À PROXIMITÉ DE LA BATTERIE : (i) PLACER LES CORDONS C.A. ET C.C. DE MANIÈRE À ÉVITER QU’ILS SOIENT ENDOMMAGÉS PAR

LE CAPOT, UNE PORTIÈRE OU LES PIÈCES EN MOUVEMENT DU MOTEUR ; (ii) FAIRE ATTENTION AUX PALES, AUX COURROIES ET AUX POULIES DU VENTILATEUR AINSI QU’À

TOUTE AUTRE PIÈCE SUSCEPTIBLE DE CAUSER DES BLESSURES ; (iii) VÉRIFIER LA POLARITÉ DES BORNES DE LA BATTERIE. LE DIAMÈTRE DE LA BORNE POSITIVE

(POS, P, +) EST GÉNÉRALEMENT SUPÉRIEUR À CELUI DE LA BORNE NÉGATIVE (NÉG, N, –) ; (iv) DÉTERMINER QUELLE BORNE EST MISE À LA MASSE (RACCORDÉE AU CHÂSSIS). SI LA BORNE

NÉGATIVE EST RACCORDÉE AU CHÂSSIS (COMME DANS LA PLUPART DES CAS), VOIR LE POINT (v). SI LA BORNE POSITIVE EST RACCORDÉE AU CHÂSSIS, VOIR LE POINT (vi) ;

(v) SI LA BORNE NÉGATIVE EST MISE À LA MASSE, RACCORDER LA PINCE POSITIVE (ROUGE) DU CHARGEUR À LA BORNE POSITIVE (POS, P, +) NON MISE À LA MASSE DE LA BATTERIE. RACCORDER LA PINCE NÉGATIVE (NOIRE) AU CHÂSSIS DU VÉHICULE OU AU MOTEUR, LOIN DE LA BATTERIE. NE PAS RACCORDER LA PINCE AU CARBURATEUR, AUX CANALISATIONS D’ESSENCE NI AUX PIÈCES DE LA CARROSSERIE EN TÔLE. RACCORDER À UNE PIÈCE DU CADRE OU DU MOTEUR EN TÔLE DE FORTE ÉPAISSEUR ;

(vi) SI LA BORNE POSITIVE EST MISE À LA MASSE, RACCORDER LA PINCE NÉGATIVE (NOIRE) DU CHARGEUR À LA BORNE NÉGATIVE (NÉG, N, –) NON MISE À LA MASSE DE LA BATTERIE. RACCORDER LA PINCE POSITIVE (ROUGE) AU CHÂSSIS DU VÉHICULE OU AU MOTEUR, LOIN DE LA BATTERIE. NE PAS RACCORDER LA PINCE AU CARBURATEUR, AUX CANALISATIONS D’ESSENCE NI AUX PIÈCES DE LA CARROSSERIE EN TÔLE. RACCORDER À UNE PIÈCE DU CADRE OU DU MOTEUR EN TÔLE DE FORTE ÉPAISSEUR ;

(vii) BRANCHER LE CORDON D’ALIMENTATION C.A. DU CHARGEUR ; (viii) POUR INTERROMPRE L’ALIMENTATION DU CHARGEUR, METTRE LES INTERRUPTEURS HORS

CIRCUIT, RETIRER LE CORDON C.A. DE LA PRISE, ENLEVER LA PINCE RACCORDÉE AU CHÂSSIS ET EN DERNIER LIEU CELLE RACCORDÉE À LA BATTERIE.

n) SUIVRE LES ÉTAPES SUIVANTES LORSQUE LA BATTERIE EST À L’EXTÉRIEUR DU VÉHICULE. UNE ÉTINCELLE PRÈS DE LA BATTERIE POURRAIT PROVOQUER L’EXPLOSION DE CETTE DERNIÈRE. POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE

D’ÉTINCELLE À PROXIMITÉ DE LA BATTERIE : (i) VÉRIFIER LA POLARITÉ DES BORNES DE LA BATTERIE. LE DIAMÈTRE DE LA BORNE POSITIVE (POS, P, +) EST GÉNÉRALEMENT SUPÉRIEUR À CELUI DE LA BORNE NÉGATIVE (NÉG, N, –) ;

(ii) RACCORDER UN CÂBLE DE BATTERIE ISOLÉ No 6 AWG MESURANT AU MOINS 60 CM DE LONGUEUR À LA BORNE NÉGATIVE (NÉG, N, –) ;

(iii) RACCORDER LA PINCE POSITIVE (ROUGE) À LA BORNE POSITIVE (POS, P, +) DE LA BATTERIE ; (iv) SE PLACER ET TENIR L’EXTRÉMITÉ LIBRE DU CÂBLE AUSSI LOIN QUE POSSIBLE DE LA BATTERIE,

PUIS RACCORDER LA PINCE NÉGATIVE (NOIRE) DU CHARGEUR À L’EXTRÉMITÉ LIBRE DU CÂBLE ; (v) NE PAS SE PLACER FACE À LA BATTERIE POUR EFFECTUER LE DERNIER RACCORDEMENT ; (vi) RACCORDER LE CORDON D’ALIMENTATION C.A. DU CHARGEUR À LA PRISE ; (vii) POUR INTERROMPRE L’ALIMENTATION DU CHARGEUR, METTRE LES INTERRUPTEURS HORS

CIRCUIT, RETIRER LE CORDON C.A. DE LA PRISE, ENLEVER LA PINCE RACCORDÉE AU CHÂSSIS ET EN DERNIER LIEU CELLE RACCORDÉE À LA BATTERIE. SE PLACER AUSSI LOIN QUE POSSIBLE DE LA BATTERIE POUR DÉFAIRE LA PREMIÈRE CONNEXION.

SÉCURITÉ US & CAN

CHARGEUR AUTOMATIQUE À FONCTION DIAGNOSTIC POUR BATTERIES PLOMB-ACIDE À PARTIR DE

VÉHICULES SUIVANTS :

NE CONVIENT PAS POUR LES BATTERIES NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OU NON RECHARGEABLES.

Taux de charge : 2,5 Ah / heure, capacité de recharge en 48heures: batterie de 120Ah. Entrée : 100-240V

SÉCURITÉ

Cet appareil n'est pas destiné à être utilisé par des personnes (y compris des enfants) possédant des capacités physiques, sensorielles ou mentales réduites, ou manquant d'expérience et de connaissance, sauf si elles bénéficient d'une surveillance ou ont reçu des instructions concernant l'utilisation de l'appareil d'une personne responsable de leur sécurité. Les enfants doivent faire l'objet d'une surveillance pour s'assurer qu'ils ne jouent pas avec l'appareil.

AVERTISSEMENT DE SÉCURITÉ et REMARQUES interdire les flammes ou les étincelles à proximité.

Avant d’établir ou de rompre les connexions de courant continu à la batterie, déconnecter l’alimentation secteur. L’acide des batteries est un puissant corrosif. Porter des vêtements et lunettes protecteurs et éviter tout contact. En cas de contact accidentel, laver immédiatement à l’eau et au savon. S’assurer que les bornes des batteries ne sont pas branlantes ; le cas échéant la batterie doit subir une évaluation professionnelle. Si les bornes sont corrodées, nettoyer à l’aide d’une brosse de cuivre ; s’ils sont gras ou sales, nettoyer à l’aide d’un torchon trempé dans du détergent. Utiliser uniquement le chargeur si les câbles et connecteurs d’entrée et de sortie sont en bon état et non endommagés. Si le câble d’entrée est endommagé, il est essentiel de le faire remplacer par le constructeur, son agent de service autorisé ou un atelier qualifié, pour éviter tout danger. Protéger le chargeur contre les acides et fumées acides, l’humidité et un environnement humide, aussi bien durant l’usage que l’entreposage. Les dégâts résultant de la corrosion, de l’oxydation ou de courts-circuits internes ne sont pas couverts par la garantie. Durant le chargement, éloigner le chargeur de la batterie pour éviter la contamination par l’acide ou les vapeurs acides ou l’exposition à ceux-ci. En cas d’utilisation horizontale, placer le chargeur sur une surface dure et plane, PAS en plastique, tissu ou cuir. Utiliser les trous de fixation de la base pour fixer le chargeur sur toute surface verticale appropriée et solide.

EXPOSITION AUX LIQUIDES : Ce chargeur est conçu pour résister à l’exposition aux liquides qui tomberaient

accidentellement sur le boîtier, ou à une pluie légère. Une exposition prolongée à des liquides tombants ou à la pluie est à déconseiller. Ces précautions permettront de prolonger la durée de vie du chargeur. Une panne due à l’oxydation résultant d’une pénétration de liquide dans les composants électroniques,blocs connecteurs ou fiches,ne sera pas couverte par la garantie.

CONNEXIONS DE BATTERIE : l’appareil est livré avec deux jeux de connexion interchangeables, l’un muni de pinces

crocodiles pour le chargement de batteries hors véhicule, l’autre, optionnel, disposant de cosses à œillets pour la connexion permanente aux bornes de batterie, ainsi qu’un capuchon résistant aux intempéries sur le connecteur relié au chargeur. Ce jeu de connexion permet la connexion sûre et facile du chargeur à la batterie dans le véhicule. Le capuchon résistant aux intempéries est conçu pour protéger le connecteur contre la saleté et l’humidité lorsque le chargeur n’est pas connecté. Consulter un agent de service professionnel pour toute assistance à la connexion des œillets métalliques aux bornes de la batterie. Assurer le connecteur avec le capuchon résistant aux intempéries de manière à ce qu’il ne puisse gêner aucune pièce mobile du véhicule et pour éviter le pincement du câble ou son endommagement par des bords tranchants. Le fusible en ligne du jeu de connecteurs à œillets protège la batterie contre un court-circuit accidentel entre les pôles positif et négatif. Remplacer le fusible uniquement par un autre similaire de 15A.

BRANCHEMENT DU CHARGEUR A LA BATTERIE

1. Débranchez l'alimentation secteur avant d'effectuer un branchement à la batterie ou débrancher la batterie.

2. Si vous chargez une batterie installée dans le véhicule avec les pinces pour batterie, avant les branchements, vérifiez

d'abord que les pinces pour batterie peuvent être positionnées en toute sécurité loin du câblage voisin, d'un tube métallique ou du châssis. Respectez l'ordre qui suit : branchez d'abord la borne de la batterie non raccordée au châssis (normalement positive) puis, branchez l'autre pince pour batterie (normalement négative) au châssis à un endroit bien éloigné de la batterie et du conduit de carburant. Débranchez toujours dans l'ordre inverse.

3. Lorsque vous chargez une batterie hors du véhicule avec les pinces pour batterie, placez-la dans un endroit bien ventilé. Branchez le chargeur à la batterie : La pince ROUGE sur la borne POSITIVE (POS, P ou +) et la pince NOIRE sur la borne NÉGATIVE (NEG, N ou –).Vérifiez que les branchements sont bien fixés. Un bon contact est important.

4. Si la batterie est complètement déchargée (et probablement sulfatée), retirez-la du véhicule et inspectez la

maximum 0,90A. Le courant de sortie maximal est 2,8A.

IMPORTANT : LIRE ENTIÈREMENT LES INSTRUCTIONS SUIVANTES

AVANT D’UTILISER LE CHARGEUR

7,5Ah - 120Ah, COMME CELLES DES

: Les batteries émettent des GAZ EXPLOSIFS - il faut

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