Operating instructions
Battery tester "VC1T"
Item no. 2522654
Intended use
The product is used for testing batteries, button cells and accumulators (micro, mignon, baby, mono, 9 V
block, CR123A, CR2, CR-V3, 2CR5, CR-P2 and 1.5 V / 3 V button cells). The display shows the voltage and
thus the remaining capacity in a bar graph.
The battery tester is powered by a battery of type AAA/micro.
For safety and approval reasons, you may not convert and/or alter the product. If you use the product
for purposes other than those described above, you may inflict damage on it. Furthermore, improper use
involves risks such as short-circuits, fire, electric shocks, etc. Please read the operating instructions care-
fully 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
• Battery tester
• 1x battery AAA/micro
• Operating instructions
Up-to-date operating instructions
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the instructions on the website.
Explanation of symbols
The symbol with the exclamation mark in the triangle is used to indicate important information in
these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully.
The arrow symbol indicates special information and advice on operation.
Safety instructions
Please read the operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety
instructions. We do not assume liability for any injuries/material damages resulting from
failure to observe the safety instructions and the information in these operating instruc-
tions regarding the proper use of the product. Furthermore, in such cases, the warranty/
guarantee will be null and void.
a) General information
• The product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not carelessly cast aside the packaging material. It may become a dangerous plaything
for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong vibrations, high humid-
ity, moisture, combustible gases, vapours and solvents.
• Never expose the product to mechanical stress.
• If safe operation is no longer possible, take the device out of service and secure it against
unintended use. Safe operation is no longer possible, if the product:
- has visible damage,
- no longer functions properly,
- has been stored under adverse ambient conditions for an extended period of time or
- has been exposed to considerable strain during transport.
• Please handle the product with care. The product can be damaged if crushed, struck or
dropped, even from a low height.
• If you have doubts about how the equipment should be operated or how to safely connect it,
consult a trained technician.
• Maintenance, adjustment and repair work may be carried out only by an expert or a special-
ised workshop.
• If you have any questions that are not answered in these operating instructions, please con-
tact our technical customer service or other professionals.
b) Batteries and rechargeable batteries
• The battery tester is powered by a battery of type AAA/micro. Make sure that the polarity is
correct when inserting the battery.
• Remove the battery/rechargeable battery if you are not going to use the device for a while, to
prevent damage caused by leaking.
Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause acid burns upon contact
with the skin. Thus, you should wear protective gloves when handling damaged batteries/
rechargeable batteries.
• Keep the batteries/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children. Do not leave batteries
lying around, as they may be swallowed by children or pets.
• Do not dismantle batteries/rechargeable batteries, do not short-circuit them and do not throw
them into fire. Never charge conventional, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a danger of
explosion!
Commissioning/inserting the batteries
• The battery tester is powered by a battery of type AAA/micro. Open the battery compartment on the bottom
by sliding the battery compartment cover open.
• Insert a AAA/micro battery, with the correct polarity (note plus/+ and minus/-).
• Close the battery compartment again.
Testing a battery
The battery tester can check batteries of the types, micro, mignon, baby, mono, 9 V block, CR123A, CR2,
CR-V3, 2CR5, CR-P2 or 1.5 V / 3 V button cells.
Also, rechargeable batteries of the above types can be checked in the battery tester. Take into consideration
when reading and evaluating the bar graph that a fully charged rechargeable battery has a lower voltage
than a primary battery.
The battery tester has various openings available, depending on the type of battery. Insert the battery (or
rechargeable battery) into the appropriate slot. Be sure to observe the polarity (plus/+ and minus/-), see
labels on the corresponding ports of the battery tester.
The bar graph up at the battery tester only shows the condition of the battery (or rechargeable battery). The
more bars are shown, the higher the voltage and also the available remaining capacity.
Bar graph within the "POOR" range = battery/ rechargeable battery bad
Bar graph within the "WEAK" range = battery/ rechargeable battery weak
Bar graph within the "GOOD" range = battery/ rechargeable battery ok
Care and cleaning
• Disconnect the product from the mains voltage before cleaning, switch it off, and pull the power adapter
from the mains socket.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents, cleaning alcohol or other chemical solutions, since these could dam-
or scan the QR code shown. Follow
age the housing or even impair operation.
• Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the product.
Disposal
a) Product
Distributors of electrical and electronic equipment are legally obliged to provide free take-back of waste.
Conrad provides the following return options free of charge (more details on our website):
• in our Conrad offices
• at the Conrad collection points
• at the collection points of public waste management authorities or the collection points set up by manufac-
turers or distributors within the meaning of the ElektroG
End users are responsible for deleting personal data from the WEEE to be disposed of.
It should be noted that different obligations about the return or recycling of WEEE may apply in countries
outside of Germany.
b) (Rechargeable) batteries
Remove batteries/rechargeable batteries, if any, and dispose of them separately from the product. According
to the Battery Directive, end users are legally obliged to return all spent batteries/rechargeable batteries; they
must
Used (rechargeable) batteries can be returned to collection points in your municipality, our stores or wher-
ever (rechargeable) batteries are sold. You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to environ-
mental protection.
Batteries/rechargeable batteries that are disposed of should be protected against short circuit and their
exposed terminals should be covered completely with insulating tape before disposal. Even empty batteries/
rechargeable batteries can contain residual energy that may cause them to swell, burst, catch fire or explode
in the event of a short circuit.
Technical data
Operating voltage ................................. 1.5 V/DC via battery of type AAA/micro
Test function for .................................... micro, mignon, baby, mono, 9 V block, CR123A, CR2, CR-V3,
Environmental conditions ..................... Temperature 0 °C to +35 °C, air humidity max. 95%,
Dimensions (L x W x D) ........................ 132 x 88 x 23 mm
Weight .................................................. approx. 102 g (without battery)
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Copyright 2022 by Conrad Electronic SE.
Do not use a rechargeable battery for the battery tester, use a primary, non-rechargeable
battery.
Test only a single battery (or rechargeable battery) in the battery tester. Do not insert several
batteries at the same time.
This symbol must appear on any electrical and electronic equipment placed on the EU market.
This symbol indicates that this device should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste
at the end of its service life.
Owners of WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) shall dispose of it separate-
ly from unsorted municipal waste. Spent batteries and accumulators, which are not enclosed by
the WEEE, as well as lamps that can be removed from the WEEE in a non-destructive manner,
must be removed by end users from the WEEE in a non-destructive manner before it is handed
over to a collection point.
not
be
disposed
of
in
Batteries/rechargeable batteries containing hazardous substances are labelled with this symbol
to indicate that disposal in household waste is forbidden. The abbreviations for heavy metals in
batteries are: Cd = Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead (name on (rechargeable) batteries, e.g.
below the trash icon on the left).
2CR5, CR-P2 and 1.5 V / 3 V button cells
non-condensing
the
normal
household
waste.
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