Notes On Rechargeable Batteries; Getting Started; Safety Instructions - VOLTCRAFT PB-14 Bedienungsanleitung

oPerAtinG instruCtions
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PowerbAnk "Pb-14"
item no. 1313696
intenDeD use
This product serves as a spare mobile battery and is suitable for charging the rechargeable
battery of e.g. a mobile device/ smartphone. The integral rechargeable battery is charged via
USB. The device has a charge level indicator with 4 blue LEDs.
Always observe the safety instructions and all other information included in these operating
instructions. Please read the operating instructions carefully and do not discard them. If you
pass the product on to a third party, please hand over these operating instructions as well.
This product complies with the applicable national and European regulations. All names of
companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owners. All rights reserved.
PACkAGe Contents
• Power bank
• USB cable
• Operating instructions
eXPLAnAtion of sYmboLs
A n exclamation mark in a triangle points to important instructions in this operating
manual which must be observed.
T he "arrow" symbol is used where special tips and notes on operation are provided.
sAfetY instruCtions
r ead through the complete guide before using this device; it contains impor-
tant information for proper operation.
of damage caused by failure to observe these safety instructions! we do not
assume any liability for any resulting damage!
w e do not assume any liability for personal injuries and material damages
caused by the improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions!
in such cases, the warranty will be null and void.
• T he unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the product is not permitted
for safety and approval reasons (CE). Never dismantle the product!
• The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children.
• T he product must not be exposed to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong
vibrations or heavy mechanical stress. The product must not get damp or wet.
W hen detecting any damages, discontinue use of the product and take it to a
specialised workshop, or dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner.
• A lso observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices you intend
to connect to this product.
• Do not operate the appliance when it is unattended.
• T he housing of the power bank heats up during operation. Allow for sufficient air
circulation; never cover the product!
• M ake sure that the cable connected to the power bank is not pinched, kinked or
damaged by sharp edges.
• D o not apply force when connecting the USB plugs. The USB plug can only fit in
one orientation into the USB socket.
• P revent the following adverse conditions at the installation site and during trans-
port:
- Dampness or excessive humidity
- Extreme cold or heat, direct sunlight
- Dust or flammable gases, fumes or solvents
- Strong vibrations, impacts or blows
- Strong magnetic fields such as those found near machinery or loudspeakers
Version 03/15
the warranty will be void in the event
• A void using the product immediately after it has been taken from a cold room
into a warm one. The condensation that forms can ruin the product under certain
circumstances.
A llow the product to reach room temperature before connecting it to the power
supply and putting it to use. This may take several hours.
• H andle the product with care; impacts, blows, or a falls from a low height will
cause damage to the product.
• D o not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dan-
gerous plaything for children.
• I f you are not sure about the correct operation or if questions arise which are not
covered by the operating instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our techni-
cal support or another specialist.
notes on reChArGeAbLe bAtteries
• T he rechargeable battery is permanently installed in the housing of the power
bank and cannot be replaced.
• N ever throw the device into a fire. There is danger of fire or explosion due to the
rechargeable batteries!
• R echarge the power bank regularly even if it is not in use (approximately every 3
months). Otherwise, it may result in a deep discharge of the battery, thus making
it permanently unusable.
N o initial discharge is required before charging due to the rechargeable battery
technology used.
• P lace the device on a heat-resistant surface when charging. A slight warming
during the charging process is normal.
• I f your skin comes into contact with leaking or damaged batteries, you may suffer
burns. For this reason you should use suitable protective gloves in this case.
• L iquids leaking from rechargeable batteries are very chemically aggressive. Ob-
jects or surfaces that come into contact with these liquids might be considerably
damaged.
GettinG stArteD
Fully recharge the built-in rechargeable battery before each use.
M ake sure that the power rating of your mobile device matches that of the device
(see "Technical Data" chapter).
Always read the operating instructions of your mobile device.
Do not short circuit the USB input/output of the power bank.
a) Checking the charge status of the built-in rechargeable battery
Press the control key on the power bank briefly to check the charge status of the built-in
rechargeable battery. 4 blue LEDs on the power bank indicate the charge status (1 LED on
= 25%, 2 LEDs = 50%, 3 LEDs = 75%, 4 LEDs = 100%). A single flashing LED indicates that
the charge level is below 25%.
T he power bank turns off automatically after a few seconds and the blue LEDs go dark
again if no USB device is connected for charging.
b) Charging the built-in rechargeable battery
• Unplug the device which is connected to the power bank's charging output.
I t is not possible to use the charging output and recharge the power bank simultane-
ously.
• C onnect the micro USB socket via the included USB cable to a suitable USB power supply
(e.g. the power supply that came with your mobile device/ smartphone). It must be able to
supply a current of at least 500 mA.
Y ou can also connect the power bank to a USB port of a PC or a USB hub equipped with its
own power supply.
D o not use any USB ports such as on a keyboard or a USB hub which are not equipped
with their own power supply; the available current will not be sufficient.
• T he LEDs indicate the status of the battery during charging.
S teady lit LEDs indicate the actual degree of charge (1 LED steady = battery is charged
25%, 2 LEDs = 50%, 3 LEDs = 75%, 4 LEDs = 100%), while flashing lights indicate the
remaining part of the battery that still has to be recharged.
E xample: 3 LEDs are on, one LED is flashing: The battery has been charged up to at least
75%, and is charging the remaining 25%.
• T he charging time depends on the charge status of the battery and can last for several
hours (for charging time of a fully discharged battery, see chapter "Technical data").
• O nce the integral rechargeable battery of the power bank is fully charged (all 4 LEDs are
on), disconnect the voltage/ current supply from the power bank.
The power bank is now ready for use.
T he power bank's rechargeable battery must be charged and discharged several times
before reaching its performance potential.