Intended Use; Scope Of Delivery; Safety Instructions - VOLTCRAFT VCW 12000 Bedienungsanleitung

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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VCW 12000 Charger
ITEM NO. 85 59 80

INTENDED USE

This product is intended for charging 12 V lead-acid storage batteries between 6 Ah and 120 Ah. It can
also be used to power devices with an operating voltage of 12 V=.
Any use other than that described above could lead to damage to this product and involves the risk of
short circuits, fire, electric shock, etc.
This product complies with the applicable national and European specifications. Any company or
product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Read through these operating instructions carefully before operation. Make sure you observe all the
safety instructions and other information in these operating instructions!

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

• Battery charger
• Operating instructions

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read through the operating instructions completely before putting the
device into operation. They contain important information for correct operation.
The guarantee will be void if damage is incurred resulting from non-compliance
with these operating instructions! We assume no liability for any consequential
damage!
We do not assume liability for personal injury or material damage resulting from
improper use or disregarding the safety instructions! In such cases the warranty/
guarantee is voided.
General
• The unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the product is inadmissible for
safety and approval reasons (CE).
• The battery charger may only be operated with a supply voltage of 230 V~/50 Hz.
The design of the product complies with safety class II.
• The device is not a toy. It is not suitable for children. Pay particular attention when
children are present! Children could attempt to stick objects into the device. This will
result in the device being destroyed and there is danger to life from an electric shock!
The product may only be set up, used or stored in places that are not accessible to
children. Children may change settings or short-circuit the battery, which can lead to
an explosion. Danger to life!
• This product is only suitable for charging 12 V lead-acid storage batteries. Never use it
to charge different rechargeable batteries (e.g. NiCd, NiMH, LiPo) or even normal
batteries! There is a risk of fire and explosion!
• Maintenance, adjustments and repair work may only be carried out by a specialist/
specialised workshop. There are no components for you to adjust or maintain within
the device.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer's
Liability Insurance Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Materials are to
be observed.
• If the product is used at schools, training facilities, do-it-yourself or hobby workshops,
it has to be supervised by trained personnel.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It might become a
dangerous toy for children.
• Handle the product with care. It can be damaged through impact, blows or when
dropped even from a low height.
If you notice any damage, do not use the battery charger anymore but take it to a
specialised workshop or dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner.
Operation
• The operation of the product is only permitted in dry rooms. It must not become damp
or wet as there is the risk of a deadly electric shock!
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight, high temperatures (>35°C) or extreme
cold (<0°C). Keep it away from dust and dirt. The same applies to any battery that may
be connected to it.
• Choose a solid, flat and sufficiently large surface for the battery charger and the
battery. Never place the battery charger or the battery on a flammable surface (e.g.
carpet). Always use a suitable, non-flammable, heatproof base.
• Do not use the battery charger within a vehicle. The battery charger must not be used
in the vicinity of flammable substances or gases.
• Do not operate the product unattended. Despite a considerable number of protective
circuits, it is impossible to exclude the possibility of malfunctions or problems during
the charging process.
• Only use the device in a moderate climate, do not use it in a tropical climate.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation during operation. Never cover the battery
charger or the connected battery.
Never charge lead-acid storage batteries within containers or poorly ventilated rooms.
Explosive gases can be generated during the charging process!
Keep the battery charger as well as the battery away from ignition sources. Do not
smoke while handling the battery charger or the battery! There is danger of explosion!
• Position the battery charger as far away as possible from the battery (as much as the
cable of the battery charger allows). Never position the battery charger on or near the
battery!
• Never use the product immediately after it has been brought from a cold room into a
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warm one. The condensation generated can cause malfunctions and there is also the
risk of a deadly electric shock!
VERSION 11/08
Allow the battery charger (and the battery) to reach room temperature before
connecting the charger to the power supply to operate it. This may take several hours!
Notes on rechargeable batteries
• This product is only suitable for charging 12 V lead-acid storage batteries. Never use it
to charge different rechargeable batteries (e.g. NiCd, NiMH, LiPo) or even normal
batteries! There is a risk of fire and explosion!
• Make sure you observe all safety instructions and charging information of the battery
manufacturer. If the battery is fillable, observe the instructions provided by the battery
manufacturer.
• For safety reasons, wear suitable protective clothes and protective glasses when
handling lead-acid storage batteries.
• Depending on the battery's mounting position, you might have to remove the battery
before charging it.
• Before connecting the battery to the battery charger, disconnect the battery from any
loads or cables (turn off the loads first!). Always disconnect the ground connection
from the battery before disconnecting the positive pole.
Disconnect the battery from the battery charger before connecting any loads to the
battery.
When connecting or disconnecting the battery there might be sparks. Therefore, make
sure your location is properly ventilated!
• Watch out for the right polarity when connecting the battery to the battery charger (red
charger terminal = plus/+, black charger terminal = minus/-).
• Never charge batteries with an internal short-circuit.
• Never charge frozen batteries. If the electrolyte is frozen, allow the battery to thaw
completely in a warm room before charging it. This may take several hours, depending
on the battery.
• Lead-acid storage batteries contain aggressive and corrosive acids. Avoid skin or eye
contact with any battery fluids! Never dismantle lead-acid storage batteries! On skin
contact, clean the affected areas thoroughly with water and soap. On eye contact,
rinse the effected eye immediately with clear and cold running water! Then consult a
doctor immediately.
If your clothes have come into contact with acid, wash your clothes immediately with a
lot of water and soap!
• Never wear rings, necklaces, watches or similar when handling batteries or battery
chargers. A short-circuit of the two terminals on the battery pose a risk of fire and
explosion!
• Batteries must not be short-circuited or thrown into fire. Risk of fire and explosion!
If you are not sure about the correct connection or usage, or if questions arise which are not covered
by these operating instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support or another
qualified specialist.
Voltcraft®, Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau, Tel. +49 180/586 582 7.
CONTROLS
1 Carrying handle
2 Cable compartment (back of battery charger)
3 Display
4 12 V vehicle socket (back of battery charger)
5 "2/6/12 AMP SELECT" button
6 "POWER ON/OFF" button
7 "12V DC OUTPUT" button
8 "BATTERY VOLTAGE" button
CHARGING A LEAD-ACID STORAGE BATTERY
• First make sure your lead-acid storage battery is a 12 V battery. Do not charge batteries with
different operating voltage!
• Disconnect all loads from the battery.
• If the battery is installed in a car, turn off the ignition and any other loads.
Observe the instructions and safety information of the vehicle to find out how the
vehicle battery should be charged. Modern vehicles are equipped with sensitive
electronic parts and controls that can be damaged if you do not proceed properly!
We recommend disconnecting all poles of the battery from the vehicle. First disconnect
the ground connection (minus/-) from the battery. Then disconnect the plus connection
(+). Please note that the radio or the on-board computer in your vehicle might lose data
during this process.
• Carefully clean the terminals of the battery. Make sure that no residues come into skin or eye
contact.
• First take all cables out of the cable compartment (2) at the back of the battery charger, which allows
the fan inside the compartment to run properly. Plug the mains cable into a mains socket
(230 V~/50 Hz).
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