CELESTRON 18774 Power Tank with Built-In Spotlight Instruction Manual
- October 30, 2023
- Celestron
Table of Contents
POWER TANK
WITH BUILT-IN SPOTLIGHT & FLASHLIGHTPLUS 5V USB OUTPUT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL #18774
RECHARGE
IMPORTANT
- Make sure that your battery charger is set to the proper voltage setting before recharging. (FIG. 1 & 2)
- Charge your Power Tank before using the first time.
- Always make sure the switch is “OFF” when not in use.
- Never attempt to use the battery charger provided for other products. (Fig. 4 or 5).
- If yellow LED light is on during operation, battery is weak and should be recharged. (FIG. 7)
- It is not recommend to use continuously when yellow LED light is ON, do not use in this condition and recharge immediately.
- Do not exceed recommended charging times. Explosion hazard exists if you do not follow this instruction sheet.
- Do not expose to extreme heat, flame, rain or moisture. (FIG. 3)
WARNING: Continuous use when the battery is low will damage the battery
and may affect the ability to recharge your power tank.
HOW TO RECHARGE
AC RECHARGING
- Select the suitable adapter plug for the AC adapter (FIG. 7). Make sure that the plug is completely locked in the adapter.
- Push the main switch to the “CHA” position (FIG. 6) and insert the small end of the proper AC adapter into the charge input jack located on the FRONT PANEL of Power Tank. (FIG. 8)
- Plug the charger into an appropriate electrical outlet. (FIG. 1 to 5&9). The RED recharging light should come “ON” indicating the battery is recharging. (FIG. 8)
- Charge the battery for 14 or 16 hours before initial use. After the initial charge, subsequent charges will only be 8-10 hours (approx). If the unit is used too long after the yellow light comes on, recharging could take up to 20 hours.
DC RECHARGING
- The DC recharging adapter is located in the compartment on the back side of the Power Tank.
- Push the power switch to the “CHA” position (FIG. 6) and insert the provided DC recharging adapter into the charge input jack located on the front panel of Power Tank. (Fig. 8)
STORAGE
- High Temperature above 40°C should be avoided.
- It is important to store the Power Tank in a clean, cool and dry place. Radiant heat such as sunshine, heating units, radiators or steam pipes will shorten the life of the Power Tank.
- For longest life, Power Tank should be fully charged before going into storage. The Power Tank stored at 10°C or lower should be recharged at least once per
- Insert the other end into the cigarette lighter and rotate to receive a good electrical contact. (Fig. 10) The red light should come “ON” indicating the battery is recharging (Fig. 8). Use DC 12V negative ground system only.
- The Power Tank should be charged for 5 to 8 hours (The charging rate will be 14.5 volts to 15.5 volts) while driving before initial use. After the initial charge, subsequent charges will last only six hours (approx.).
NOTE: Charging the battery while the car engine is not running is not
recommended as it drains the car battery. Engine must be running and the
charging system functioning properly in order to initiate a charge. The ideal
charging rate is 14.5 volts to 15.5 volts, nearly identical to the charging
system in most vehicles. If the unit is used too long after the yellow light
comes ON, recharging can take up to 8 hours.
WARNING: Don’t plug in the cigarette light plug and charge the unit
without starting the engine. This may destroy your vehicle’s battery. Always
recharge in an open area, otherwise explosive gas may generate during
overcharging.
six months. The Power Tank stored at 10°C TO 27°C should be charged every 3
months and recharging should occur every 45 days in temperature from 27°C TO
40°C. The storage battery discharges automatically when the Power Tank is not
used for a long time.
- Make sure the Power Tank IS “OFF” before going into storage.
OPERATION
POWER SUPPLY
- Make sure your devices match the Power Tank’s rating – DC 12V / 10A. (Fig. 12)
- Uses the DC cord with car plug to connect your device to DC 12V output receptacle.
- Switch “ON” the Power Tank before turning ON your device. (Fig.11)
WARNING: 12V cigarette lighter socket current output must not exceed 10 AMP.
FLASHLIGHT
- Switch “ON” the Power Tank. (FIG.11)
- Press Flashlight “ON/OFF” button ONCE to turn “ON” the light. (Fig. 14)
- Press “ON/OFF” button TWICE to turn on “FLASHING” function.
- Press button again to turn “OFF” the flashlight.
- Light diffuser enclosed for emergency purposes.
POWERFUL SPOTLIGHT
- Adjust the spotlight head to desired direction. (FIG.13)
- Switch ON the Power Tank. (FIG.11)
- Switch ON the spotlight. (FIG.14)
WARNING: Do not use to jumpstart a vehicle. This will resulting short
circuit or circuit breaker cut off.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
- Your power tank built-in circuit breaker ensures a safe operation. If DC 12V output over 10 AMP, the circuit breaker will cut off the power.
HOW TO RESET THE CIRCUIT
BREAKER
- Turn “OFF” the Power Tank.
- Press the CIRCUIT BREAKER Button to reset. (Fig. 15)
WARNING: Do not recharge when resetting the circuit breaker.
REPLACEMENT
FLASHLIGHT BULB
THE FLASHLIGHT USES A 4.8V 0.5A KRYPTON BULB.
- Turn “OFF” the Power Tank and flashlight.
- Make sure the light is cooled down before replacing the bulb.
- Remove the light head by turning it counter clockwise (Fig. 16)
- Replace with a new Krypton bulb. (Fig. 17)
- Reassemble the light head.
WARNING: The glass, reflector cup and the bulb is extremely hot when
operating. Do not touch!.
OUTPUT JACK
- Built-in 5V USB output jacks (output not exceeding 1.5 Amps) (Fig. 18)
- Safety Fuse to protect the current of the above jack, not overload. ( Fig. 19)
TROUBLE SHOOTING
- If the 5V is overloaded the fuse will break. Turn “OFF” the Power Tank. Open the fuse cap (Fig. 19) and replace a new 2 Amp Fuse.
TO REMOVE BATTERY FOR DISPOSAL
This rechargeable power tank is powered by a sealed lead-acid battery, one PC (12V 7 Ah/20 HR).
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Make sure the Power Tank is in the “OFF” position before removing battery. (Fig. 20)
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Make sure the Power Tank is disconnected from charger, which must be OFF from the electric supply. (Fig. 22)
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Remove the flashlight’s light head by turning counter clockwise and remove the bulb.
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Remove the spotlight by loose the screw.
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Face the Power Tank down and open into 2 halves by unscrewing screws counter clockwise. (Fig. 21)
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Cut wires to remove battery.
CAUTION: There may be electric shock.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE | SOLUTION |
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1.No LED indicator (low or charge) when switch in “on” position | Circuit | |
breaker breaks the circuit | Reset the circuit breaker according to the |
instruction
2.No LED indicator (full or charge) when recharging| Circuit breaker breaks
the circuit| Reset the circuit breaker according to the instruction
3.DC-output doesn’t work when switch in “on” position| Circuit breaker breaks
the circuit| Reset the circuit breaker according to the instruction
WARNING: DC 12V output socket current output, do not exceed 10 AMP.
STARTING AID FOR MOTOR VEHICLES
- The jumper cable terminals are located at the back of the Power Tanks (Fig 23)
- Use the Power Tank as a source of a starting aid only when the vehicle battery is partially discharged.
- The Power Tank is not suitable for starting a vehicle with a fully discharged battery!
- Use only jumper cables of sufficient size (cross section)
HOW TO USE THE POWERTANK TO START A VEHICLE:
- The ON/OFF switch can be set to” ON” or “OFF” position for the starting aid function.
- Connect the POSITIVE pole (+) of the Power Tank to the POSITIVE pole (+) of the vehicle battery.
- Connect the NEGATIVE pole (-) of the Power Tank to the NEGATIVE pole (-) of the vehicle battery.
- Leave the Power Tank connected to the vehicle battery for around 20 minutes.
- After approximately 20 minutes, disconnect the jumper cable from the NEGATIVE pole (-) of the vehicle battery.
- Then disconnect the jumper cable from the POSITIVE pole (+) of the vehicle battery.
- This partial charge should be sufficient to start the vehicle.
- The Power Tank needs to be recharged after using as a starting aid.
WARNING: The Fuse and Switch is no function on the connect ( + ) ( – ) pole, current flows directly from the battery, Once the jumper cables are connected, NEVER allow the cables to touch together or be left on the same metal surface, this will result in short circuit and may start a fire. NEVER ATTEMPT TO START THE VEHICLE WITH THE POWER TANK CONNECTED.
SPECIFICATION
Internal Batteries: | One Pcs. 12V/7Ah Rechargeable Sealed Lead-Acid Battery. |
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Operation Temp.: | 32°F to 86°F / 0°C to 30°C |
Model: #18774 – DC 12V Output | D.C. 12V/10A protect with CIRCUIT BREAKER. |
Negative Ground.
DC 5V Output| D.C. 5V. Fuse 2 Amp.
Weight:| 8.4 lbs. / 3.8 kg. (Approx.)
Dimension:| 288 H x 236 W x 132 D / 11.3” x 9.3” x 5.2” (Approx.)
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