Safety Instructions - Voltcraft Al6000 Bedienungsanleitung

Operating Instructions
AL6000 Car Battery Charger
Item no: 3203182
1 Operating Instructions for download
Use the link www.conrad.com/downloads
complete operating instructions (or new/current versions if available). Follow the instructions
on the web page.
2 Intended use
The product is a car battery charger. Use the product to charge lead-acid and LiFePO4 lith-
ium batteries.
Observe the following limitations:
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Do not charge starter or emergency batteries of electric vehicles (EVs).
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Charge 6 or 12 V lead-acid batteries (Wet, Gel, MF, and AGM).
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Charge 12.8 V 4-cell LiFePO4 lithium rechargeable batteries (with battery management).
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Do not exceed the battery capacities stated in the "Technical data".
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Only charge one battery at any given moment.
Important:
The product body has an IP65 ingress protection rating. It has total protection against
dust ingress, and high pressure water jets from any direction.
– Do not submerge the product body.
– Never expose the contacts to moisture.
If you use the product for purposes other than those described, the product may be dam-
aged.
Improper use can result in short circuits, fires, electric shocks or other hazards.
The product complies with the statutory national and European requirements.
For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify the product.
Read the operating instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Make this product
available to third parties only together with the operating instructions.
All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights
reserved.
3 Delivery contents
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Charger with cable
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Charging cable with battery clamps
4 Description of symbols
The following symbols are on the product/appliance or are used in the text:
For safe and proper use, follow these instructions. Keep them for future refer-
ence.
The symbol warns of hazards that can lead to personal injury.
The symbol warns of dangerous voltage that can lead to personal injury by elec-
tric shock.
This product must only be used in dry, enclosed indoor areas. It must not become
damp or wet.
Fuse location
Protection class 2 (double or reinforced insulation, protective insulation).

5 Safety instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety
information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on
proper handling, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or
damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
5.1 Read first!
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
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(alternatively scan the QR code) to download the
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Operating instructions
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the haz-
ards involved.
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Children shall not play with the appliance.
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Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by chil-
dren without supervision.
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WARNING Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
5.2 General
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The product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
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Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. This may become dangerous
playing material for children.
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If you have questions which remain unanswered by this information product, contact our
technical support service or other technical personnel.
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Maintenance, modifications and repairs must only be completed by a technician or an
authorised repair centre.
5.3 Handling
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Handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage
the product.
5.4 Operating environment
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Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
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Protect the appliance from extreme temperatures, strong jolts, flammable gases, steam
and solvents.
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Protect the product from high humidity and moisture.
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Protect the product from direct sunlight.
5.5 Operation
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Consult an expert when in doubt about the operation, safety or connection of the
product.
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If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and pro-
tect it from any accidental use. DO NOT attempt to repair the product yourself. Safe op-
eration can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
– is visibly damaged,
– is no longer working properly,
– has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
– has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
5.6 Electrical safety
Do not modify or repair mains supply components including mains plugs, mains
cables, and power supplies. Do not use damaged components. Risk of death by
electric shock!
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Connect the product to a mains socket that can be accessed easily.
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Only connect the product to a mains socket connected to the public supply. Before con-
necting, check whether the voltage stated on the rating plate complies with the voltage of
your electricity supplier.
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Never connect or disconnect the product if your hands are wet. There is a risk of electric
shock.
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For safety reasons, disconnect the product from the mains socket during storms.
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Do not touch the product if there are any signs of damage, as this may cause a fatal
electric shock! Take the following steps:
– Switch off the mains supply to the product (switch off the corresponding circuit breaker
or remove the safety fuse, and then switch off the corresponding RCD protective
switch).
– Remove the product from the mains socket.
– Do not use the product again. Prevent others from using it.
5.7 Connected devices
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Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are con-
nected to the product.
5.8 Product
WARNING: Explosive gases. Prevent flames and sparks. Provide adequate vent-
ilation during charging.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the product from the power supply
before connecting or disconnecting leads to the battery.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working
around batteries.
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Do not short circuit the leads.
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People with pacemakers should consult a doctor before use. Electromagnetic fields in
proximity can cause pacemaker interference and/or failure.