Troubleshooting - Hama Combi III Handbuch

Loading a battery onto the
A
Video Battery Charger
Slide the battery onto the
platform as indicated (pic-
ture A). Do not force the
battery onto the platform.
Use the adapter tray as
indicated (picture B).
To remove the adapter tray simply pull back on the release tab and lift the tray
up from the charger (picture).
Charging Mode
When the battery is attached onto the charger platform the battery status indi-
cator will light up (green LED) and blink as long as the battery is being char-
ged. If the battery is fully charged, the indicator will stop blinking and light up
permanently. Then the battery pack can be removed from the charger. It is
recommended to still leave the battery pack on the charger for approx. 30
minutes to "top-off" the battery.
Safety precautions and maintenance
DO NOT use the battery charger inside a drawer, closed cabinet or cover with
a cloth. The heat from charging may damage the charger and the battery
pack. During use the charger will become slightly warm.
DO NOT attempt to open the charger or remove service parts inside. Doing so
will void your warranty. DO NOT allow moisture of any kind to come into con-
tact with the charger; never immerse the charger in water for any reason.
DO NOT install the charger in areas that may expose it to extreme temperatu-
res. Avoid placing the charger in direct sunlight, such as on a dashboard. High
temperatures may warp or melt plastics.
may cause permanent damage and are not covered by the warranty. DO NOT
plug the 12V car cord into the cigarette light socket of truck vehicles since it
will cause permanent damage to the charger.
B
DO NOT drop the charger. Serve jolts
Technical Specifications
Input: 12 VDC
Charging Current: 800mA constant current mode
Charging Mode: constant current mode with charging current
termination (4.2V for 3.6V battery, 8.4V for 7.2V battery)

Troubleshooting

Problem Remedy
No power status LED (red LED) • Make sure the AC/DC power adapter
is plugged into a suitable power outlet.
• Check power cord.
No battery status LED • Re-install battery.
(green LED) when • Defective battery.
battery is installed
Power and battery status LED • Disconnect outlet of power from charger
of the adapter both blinking and re-connect it to charger.
• Defective battery.