Operation; Charging A Battery - VOLTCRAFT VC-AL1600 Notice D'emploi

9. Operation

The device will warm up during operation. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation. Do not cover the hous-
ing!
Never charge lead batteries in a closed container.
Ensure sufficient ventilation during the charging process and avoid naked flames.
Explosive gases can be generated during the charging process. Keep out of the reach of children!
Before charging batteries with liquid acid, open the inspection plugs of the single cells.
Leave the battery casing to ventilate for approx. 2 minutes for explosive gasses to volatilise!
Check the liquid level and top up if necessary.
Check the liquid level on a regular basis during longer charging periods (hibernation). Wear safety goggles.
Do not tip over lead-acid batteries. Avoid any contact with the battery fluid, as this can cause severe chemi-
cal burns.
Rinse off the contact points (skin, clothes, etc.) immediately with ample water to dilute the battery acid.
Contact a doctor immediately in case of contact with the skin.
In case of prolonged storage, charge lead-acid batteries every 3 months to prevent deep discharge.
Never short circuit the battery contacts.
When connecting batteries, always observe the polarity and charging instructions of the relevant battery
manufacturer.
a) Charging a battery
• First, please ensure that your battery can be charged with this charger. The battery must be a lead, lithium or
calcium battery. Refer to 'Technical data' below.
Never charge batteries of other operating voltages with this charger.
• Connect the red and black terminals (15) to the charging cable of the charger. The plugs only fit together with the
right polarity. Check for firm connection. The locking mechanism must click into place.
• When releasing the adapter cable connection from the charging cable, first press lightly on the locking mechanism
then pull the cable ends apart. Never pull on the cables with force before opening the locking mechanism.
• Insert the mains plug (13) of the charger into a mains socket (220 - 240 V/AC, 50/60 Hz). The charger is initialised
and checks every single charging function. The indicator LEDs light up briefly.
This charger has an automatic memory function, i.e. it automatically returns to the last selected charging
mode when it is connected to the AC power supply of the grid.
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