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 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NIZN-CHARGER
ITEM NO.: 20 00 06
INTENDED USE
The product is used to charge up to four rechargeable nickel zinc batteries (NiZn) type AA/mignon or
AAA/micro.
The product is only designed for use in dry, enclosed inner rooms; it must not get damp or wet!
Use other than that described above will lead to damage of the product and may also involve addi-
tional risks such as short circuits, fire, electric shocks etc. The safety instructions and all other informa-
tion in these operating instructions must always be adhered to!
This product complies with the applicable national and European requirements. All company names
and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
• Battery charger
• Operating instructions
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read through the operating instructions completely before operating the
device. They contain important information for correct operation. The guarantee/
warranty will be void if damage is incurred resulting from non-compliance with the
operating instructions. We do not assume any responsibility for consequential
damage!
We do not assume any liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by
improper use or the failure to observe the safety instructions! In such cases the
warranty/guarantee is void.
General Information
• The unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the product is prohibited for safety
and approval reasons (CE). Never dismantle the product!
• The charger must only be operated with mains voltage (see "Technical Data"). The design
of the product complies with safety class II.
• The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children. Pay particular
attention when children are present! Children might attempt to stick objects into the
device through the casing openings or short circuit the batteries. There is danger of fire /
explosion or a danger to life from electric shock!
• The product is only suitable for charging rechargeable nickel zinc batteries (NiZn) type
AA/mignon or AAA/micro. Never try to charge other rechargeable batteries (e.g. NiCd,
NiMH) 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. The device contains no parts that require servicing or adjusting.
• 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 by 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 product is intended for dry indoor use only. It must not become damp or wet as there
is the risk of a deadly electric shock!
• Do not use the battery charger inside a vehicle.
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight, high temperatures (>40 °C) or extreme cold
(<0 °C). Keep it away from dust and dirt.
• The operation of the charger is not permitted close to flammable materials or gases. Risk
of fire and explosion!
• Wearing metal or conductive jewellery like chains, bracelets, rings, etc. is not allowed
when using the charger or rechargeable batteries as these could cause a battery short
which risks an explosion!
• 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 operate the product in moderate climate, never in tropical climate.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation during operation, never cover up the charger or
the rechargeable batteries.
• Never operate the device immediately after it has been taken from a cold room to a warm
room. The condensation generated can cause malfunctions and there is also the risk of a
deadly electric shock!
Wait until the charger has reached room temperature before connecting the mains
adapter to the mains supply and operating the charger. This may take several hours!
Notes on Rechargeable Batteries
• The product is only suitable for charging AA/mignon or AAA/micro type rechargeable NiZn
batteries. Never try to charge other rechargeable batteries (e.g. NiCd, NiMH) or even
normal batteries! There is a risk of fire and explosion!
• Make sure you observe all safety instructions and charging instructions of the battery
manufacturer.
• Never charge defective or leaking batteries. Avoid contact of battery fluids with skin or
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eyes! Never dismantle rechargeable batteries!
• Batteries must not be short-circuited or thrown into fire. Risk of fire and explosion!
VERSION 03/11
If you are not sure about the correct operation or if questions arise which are not covered in these
operating instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support or another specialist.
Voltcraft®, Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau, Tel. +49 180/586 582 7.
OPERATION
• Plug the charger into a mains socket. Regarding permissible operational voltage, observe chapter
"Technical Data".
• Insert up to four NiZn batteries type AA/mignon or AAA/micro in the charging chutes. Please observe
correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-). The charging process starts automatically. The charging chutes
are independent from each other; it does not matter which one is used first or in which order the
batteries are inserted.
• The LED of the respective charging chute flashes slowly while charging (1x per second). Heating up
of the rechargeable batteries during charging is normal.
If a defective or wrong battery is inserted, the LED flashes quickly (approx. 4x per second); the
charging process is interrupted.
• When the battery is fully charged, the LED of the respective charging chute is lit permanently. The
battery can now be removed and used again.
• After all batteries are charged and removed, disconnect the charger from the mains socket and keep
it in a place that is inaccessible for children.
CLEANING
Before cleaning, remove the batteries from the charger; then unplug the charger from the mains
socket.
Clean the product with a clean, dry and soft cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents to avoid
discolouration.
Dust can be removed very easily using a clean, soft, long-haired brush and a vacuum cleaner.
Keep the charger's and batteries' contacts free of dirt!
DISPOSAL
a) Product
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household
waste!
At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory
regulations.
b) Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries
As the end user, you are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries/rechargeable
batteries. Disposing of them in the household waste is prohibited!
Batteries/rechargeable batteries that include hazardous substances are labelled with these
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icons to indicate that disposal in domestic waste is forbidden. The descriptions for the
respective heavy metal are: Cd=cadmium, Hg=mercury, Pb=lead (the designation is written
on the rechargeable battery e.g. under the rubbish can symbols depicted at the left).
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You can return used batteries/rechargeable batteries free of charge at the official collection
points of your community, in our stores, or wherever batteries/rechargeable batteries are
sold!
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
TECHNICAL DATA
Operating voltage .................................. 100-240 V/AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption ............................... max. 8 W
Suitable rechargeable battery types ..... NiZn
Number of cells ...................................... 1 to 4 cells, AA/Mignon or AAA/Micro
Charge current ....................................... Max. 500 mA per charging chute
Ambient temperature ............................. 0 °C to +40 °C
Ambient air humidity .............................. max. 80% rel. humidity, non-condensing
Legal notice
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These operating instructions are a publication by Voltcraft®, Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau/Germany,
Phone +49 180/586 582 7 (www.voltcraft.de).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in
electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is
prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in technology and
equipment reserved.
© Copyright 2011 by Voltcraft®.