Thunder TDR02007 Instruction Manual

For your personal safety please read, understand
and follow the information provided in this instruction manual.

CONGRATULATIONS
ON THE PURCHASE
OF YOUR THUNDER
BATTERY BOX

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Safety Warnings

Product Features

Getting Started

Control Panel Functions

Battery Selection

Charging Process

Powering the Device

Using the 240V AC Converter

Alarm Messages on the LCD Screen

Mounting & Installation

Technical Information

Inverter Specifications

Trouble Shooting & FAQs

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CONTENTS

Contents

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SAFETY WARNINGS

• The external AC/DC power supply is for indoor use only.

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When charging, adequate ventilation must be provided to dissipate heat and battery gases. Keep clear of

naked flame, spark or conductive material while charging a battery.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the Thunder Battery Box as this may result in electric shock, fire or
explosion. Any attempt to disassemble the unit, make unapproved repairs or modifications will void the
warranty.

• The Thunder Battery Box is not intended for use by children or infirm persons unless they are supervised
or have been instructed how to use the Thunder Battery Box by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the Thunder Battery Box.

• For charging 12 volt 6 cell Lead Acid or 12V Lithium-Ion Phosphate batteries of 60Ahr to 140Ahr capacity
only. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

• If AC cord is damaged do not attempt to use the Thunder Battery Box.

• Disconnect the mains supply before making or breaking connections to the battery.

• Never try to insert a foreign object into the 240V AC socket except an approved 240V AC electrical plug.
The 240V AC socket should be treated the same as a mains electrical socket in your home.

• Never use the 240V AC socket outdoors if it is raining.

• The main isolator switch must be in the off position when inserting an electrical plug into the 240V AC
socket, or if the Thunder Battery Box is not in use.

• The AC/DC adaptor can emit a noticeable amount of heat whilst charging and should be placed in a
location where it can get plenty of airflow.

• When charging the battery or powering a device from one of the outlets the lid of the Thunder Battery Box
should be closed and latched shut.

• Continuously discharging the battery down to 0% may reduce its serviceable life. It is recommended to
always leave at least 20% capacity unused.

• The Thunder Battery Box is not suitable for powering any type of medical electrical device or equipment.

Safety Warnings

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Control panel and LCD display

12V Lead Acid battery

(not supplied)

Latch

External AC/DC

power supply

Black negative
cable to battery

Red positive cable

to battery

Mounting kit

(not supplied)

Car charging lead

(included)

Main (battery) isolator switch
with removable key

External positive and
negative terminals

Input socket for
AC/DC power supply
unit or car charging lead

Fuses for main
charger, 240V socket
and 12V accessory sockets

12V DC 50A Anderson socket

300W inverter with

240V AC socket and USB port

Carry handle

12V 10A accessory socket

PRODUCT FEATURES

Product Features

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GETTING STARTED

240V AC or 12V DC Secure Connection

Simply pull back the plug sleeve, insert, then release. This locks the lead into the Battery Box for a secure fit in all
situations - especially on the move.

Connecting the Battery

Step 1. Release the front latch and open the lid.

Step 2. Place a 12 volt Lead Acid battery (not supplied)

into the base of the Thunder Battery Box and
secure it with the velcro belt.

Step 3. Connect the red cable to the positive battery

terminal. Then connect the black cable to the
negative terminal. Make sure the nuts on the
battery terminals are firmly fastened, also make
sure any battery carry ropes are positioned away
from the terminals and battery leads to avoid
interference when closing the lid.

Step 4. Close the lid and fasten the latch.

Step 5. Turn the Battery Box on by pressing power button

once.

Step 6. Connect the Battery Box to your chosen adaptor

(240V AC or 12V DC) then connect adaptor to
power supply, either 240V(AC) or 12V(DC) outlet.

Getting Started

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The Thunder Battery Box has four buttons on the main control panel:

Power Button

Press to turn charger ON

Press and hold for 4 secs to turn charger OFF

Menu Buttons

Scroll DOWN buttonScroll UP button OK button (Enter)

CAUTION: In some vehicles the 12V accessory socket may still provide power even if the ignition is turned

off. In this case continued and un-monitored use of the Battery Box in DC mode may result in a flat
vehicle starter battery.

Charging AC - 240V

Charging DC - 12V

OK

OK

OK

OK

CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS

Control Panel Functions