VENOM LiPo, NiMH AC Sport Balance User Manual
Venom LiPo and NiMH AC Sport Balance Charger Manual
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Thank you for choosing the Venom LiPo and NiMH AC Sport
Charger. We have engineered this product to be reliable and
easy to use. To ensure you have a good understanding of how
the charger operates, please read this manual thoroughly as it
will answer the most common questions asked. Improperly
charging batteries can have disastrous results often caused
by improper use of the charger. Having a good comprehension of this manual will help you be a safer, happier hobbyist.
FEATURES
This charger supports LiPo, LiHV, Li-Fe
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NiMH and NiCd battery chemistries
Selectable current charge rate up to 3 Amps
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Digital display of the cell voltage in each
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Lithium cell in real time
APPEARANCE
Cells Voltage
Battery Type Button
Charge Status
LED Indicator
Battery Socket
AC 100-240V
Power Jack
Balance Socket
Current Button
SPECIFICATIONS
Input voltage:
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Output power:
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Charger current range:
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LiPo/LiHV/LiFe battery cell counts:
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NiMH/NiCd battery cell counts:
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AC 100V - 240V
Max 20W
0.5A - 3A
2-4s
4-8s
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
DO NOT leave the charger unattended while in use.
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Disconnect the battery and remove the input power from the
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charger immediately if the charger or battery becomes hot.
DO NOT attempt to charge incompatible types of recharge-
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able batteries as this could result in permanent damage to the
battery and charger.
Do NOT use automotive battery chargers to power the
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charger.
DO NOT allow water, moisture or foreign objects into the
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charger.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS CONT.
DO NOT attempt to use batteries with more cells or a higher
total voltage than listed in the specifications.
DO NOT overcharge batteries as this can cause permanent
damage. Do not use a charge current rate that exceeds the
safe levels of the battery.
If possible, charge your batteries in a fire resistant container
such as a LiPo sack, or a ceramic or metal container.
DO NOT place the charger or battery on flammable surfaces or
near combustible materials while in use such as carpet, a
cluttered work bench, paper, plastic, vinyl, leather, wood, or
inside an R/C model or full size car.
Allow the charger and battery to cool down between charges.
Always disconnect the charger from the power source when not
in use.
If you have read these precautions and do not completely
understand or have any questions regarding them, please
contact Venom Customer Service before using this charger.
CHARGING PROCESS
Plug the charger into the AC power source.
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The charger is powered up properly if the LED light between
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the chemistry type and amperage selection begins flashing
green.
3.
Choose your battery’s correct chemistry type (LiPo, LiHV,
LiFe, NiMH) using the selector button on the left of the
charger. If charging a NiCd battery, use the NiMH selection.
4.
Choose the maximum charge current using the button on
the right of the charger. If you are unsure what current to
charge at, consult your battery’s manual.
Connect the charge cable to the front of the charger. Please
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ensure that the red plug is connected to the red (positive)
port and the black plug is connected to the black (negative)
port.
Connect your battery to the charger. If charging a LiPo or
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LiFe, the battery will not begin to charge until the balance
plug is connected to the balance port on the right side of the
charger.
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The green LED in the center of the charger will stop blinking
and turn constant red. The individual cell voltage of each cell
(LiPo/LiFe) will begin to display in the center LCD window.
The LED will turn solid green when the battery is fully
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charged.
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When the battery is removed from the charger, the LED will
begin flashing green. The next battery can now be charged.
NOTES
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Please make sure the input power and battery type selected
are suitable for the batteries parameters.
Do not reverse the polarity of the charger leads as it may
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permanently damage the charger or battery.
3.
Do not change battery type selector switch when charging. If
this happens accidentally, the display will show “Err”. To
begin charging, unplug the battery from the charger, double
check your charge settings, reconnect your battery and
begin charging normally.
Venom LiPo and NiMH AC Sport Balance Charger Manual
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
We are so certain of the quality of our chargers that
we offer a Venom
Replacement Plan. Venom
repair or replace a defective charger free of charge
within a period of 1 year from the original date of
purchase. Year 2 onward, any Venom
be exchanged for a brand new charger of the same
model for 30% off original retail pricing. This is a
non-transferable charger replacement plan and does
not cover commercial use, normal wear and tear,
crash or water damage, modifications, or any
damages arising as a result of improper use. We
reserve the right to deny replacement to any serial
abusers of our customer friendly policy. All warranty
claims are to be directed to our website at:
venompower.com/pages/warranty-policy.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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assumes sole responsibility for our products;
Venom
therefore, dealers should not be involved in any
warranty issues. All warranty claims are to be
directed to Venom
returning any defective product, please contact
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY
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accident, injury to persons, or damage to property
resulting from use, misuse, or abuse of any Venom
product. In purchasing a Venom
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Limited Lifetime Charger
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charger can
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Customer Service. Before
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product the user
person or entity with respect to any loss or damage
caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by
the information contained in this manual or by the
products described in it.
Charging and discharging batteries has the potential
for serious injury to persons and damage to property.
In purchasing this product, the user agrees to accept
responsibility for all such risks, and will not hold
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, it’s affiliates, manufacturers, distributors, or
Venom
retail partners responsible for any accident, injury to
persons, or damage to property resulting from the use
of this product.
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. This product may contain
sharp edges or objects that can cause cuts or other
bodily injury. To prevent cuts or other bodily injury, do
not contact sharp edges or objects. This product
contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause Cancer, Birth Defects and other Reproductive
Harm. Be responsible, dispose of properly. Actual
product may vary from product shown.
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GUARANTEE
All products are inspected and adjusted individually
before leaving the manufacturer and are guaranteed
to be free of material defects and manufacturing
faults.
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reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means,
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otherwise, without the prior written permission of
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The information in this manual is distributed on an
“As Is” basis, without warranty. While every
precaution has been taken in the preparation of the
manual, Venom
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