VOLTCRAFT V-CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo User guide

Operating Instructions

Charger “V-CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo”

Item No. 1590606

Table of contents

			Page
1.	Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................		3
2.	Explanation of symbols........................................................................................................................................		3
3.	Intended use.........................................................................................................................................................		4
4.	Delivery content....................................................................................................................................................		4
5.	Safety instructions................................................................................................................................................		5
	a)	General information........................................................................................................................................	5
	b)	Setup location................................................................................................................................................	5
	c)	Operation.......................................................................................................................................................	6
6.	Battery information...............................................................................................................................................		8
	a)	General information........................................................................................................................................	8
	b)	Additional information about lithium rechargeable batteries..........................................................................	9
7.	Product overview................................................................................................................................................		11
8.	Getting Started / Operation................................................................................................................................		12
	a)	Connecting the charger to the power supply................................................................................................	12
	b)	Connecting a battery to the charger.............................................................................................................	12
	c)	Charging a battery........................................................................................................................................	13
9.	Maintenance and cleaning.................................................................................................................................		14
10.	Disposal..............................................................................................................................................................		15
	a)	Product.........................................................................................................................................................	15
	b)	Batteries.......................................................................................................................................................	15
11.	Technical data....................................................................................................................................................		15

1. Introduction

Dear customer,

thank you for making the excellent decision of purchasing this Voltcraft® product.

Voltcraft® - This name stands for above-average quality products in the areas of measuring, charging and grid technology, characterised by technical competence, extraordinary performance and permanent innovation.

Whether you are an ambitious hobby electronics technician or a professional user - a product of the Voltcraft® brand family will provide you with the best solution for even the most sophisticated of tasks. Special features: We offer the sophisticated technology and reliable quality of our Voltcraft® products at a near-unbeatable price/performance ratio. We lay the groundwork for long, good and successful cooperation.

Enjoy your new Voltcraft® product!

If there are any technical questions, please contact:

International:	www.conrad.com/contact
United Kingdom:	www.conrad-electronic.co.uk/contact

2. Explanation of symbols

This symbol is used to highlight important information in these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully.

This symbol indicates special information and advice on how to use the product.

This product is only intended to be installed and used in dry indoor spaces; it must not become damp or wet.

Always follow the instructions in this manual.

3. Intended use

This “V-CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo” charger has four independent charging channels, each of which features a coloured LED indicator and a control button.

The charger is designed to charge LiPo rechargeable batteries with 3 (rated voltage = 11.1 V) or 4 (rated voltage = 14.8 V) cells.

The charging current for each channel can be set to 2 A, 3 A or 5 A. The maximum total charging power is 200 W (shared between the four channels). Each channel has a maximum charging power of 84 W.

The charger features a built-in balancer that monitors the voltage of each battery cell and ensures that all cells have the same voltage.

The charger features a DC input (11 - 32 V/DC) and can be powered with a suitable DC power adapter, a car lead-acid battery, or a suitably powerful LiPo rechargeable battery.

Always observe the safety instructions and all other information in these operating instructions!

Read the operating instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Always provide these operating instructions when giving the product to a third party.

Using this product for any purposes other than those described above may damage the product and result in a short circuit, fire or electric shock. This product must not be modified or reassembled. Do not attempt to open the device housing.

This product complies with statutory national and European regulations.

4. Delivery content

•Charger

•Connection cable for DC input (XT30 to XT60)

•CD with operating instructions

•Safety sheet

Up-to-date operating instructions

Download the latest operating instructions at www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code on this page. Follow the instructions on the website.

5. Safety instructions

Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this manual, we will assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.

a) General information

•The unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the product is prohibited for safety and approval reasons. Never dismantle the product.

•Maintenance, modifications and repair work must be done by a technician or a specialist repair centre.

This product does not contain any components that require maintenance.

•This product is not a toy and must be kept out of the reach of children.

The product must be installed, used and stored in areas that are inaccessible to children. The same applies to rechargeable batteries.

Exercise particular caution when children are present. Children may accidentally short-circuit the rechargeable battery/batteries, which can cause a fire or explosion. Fatal hazard!

•In schools, educational facilities, hobby and DIY workshops, the product must be operated under the supervision of qualified personnel.

•Always comply with accident prevention regulations for electrical equipment when using the product in industrial facilities.

•Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly, as it may become dangerous playing material for children.

•Handle the product with care. Impacts or falls (even from a low height) may damage the product.

•If you are not sure how to operate the product correctly, or if you have any questions that are not answered in these operating instructions, contact us or another specialist.

b) Setup location

•The charger must only be used in dry, enclosed indoor areas. It must not become damp or wet. Never place the product next to a bathtub, shower or other sources of moisture.

•Avoid direct sunlight, intense heat and cold temperatures. Keep the product and batteries away from dust and dirt.

•Do not use the product in rooms or in adverse conditions where flammable gas, vapours or dust may be present, as this may cause an explosion.

•Place the charger on a clean, level surface. Do not place the charger on flammable materials (e.g. a carpet or tablecloth). Always use a non-flammable, heatproof surface.

•Keep the charger away from flammable or combustible materials (e.g. curtains).

•Never cover the product, as this may cause it to overheat and catch fire. Do not insert any objects into the ventilation slots on the charger. Never interfere with the built-in fan.

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