GYSCAP Arc Welding, Battery Charger Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- GYS
Table of Contents
**GYSCAP Arc Welding, Battery Charger Instruction Manual
**
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains safety and operating instructions, to be followed for
your safety. Please read it carefully before using the device for the first
time and keep it for future reference. Read and understand the following
safety instructions before use. Any modification or updates that are not
specified in the instruction’s manual should not be undertaken. The
manufacturer is not liable for any injury or damage caused due to non-
compliance with the instructions featured in this manual. If there is any
issue or uncertainty, please consult a qualified individual to operate the
equipment correctly. This machine should only be used for starting operations
comprised within the limits indicated on the machine and in the instruction
manual. The operator must observe the safety precautions. In case of improper
or unsafe use, the manufacturer cannot be held liable.
This unit can be used by children aged 8 or over and by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge,
if they are properly monitored or if instructions for using the equipment have
safely been read and risks made aware of. Children must not play with the
product. Cleaning and maintenance should not be performed by an unsupervised
child.
Do not use to charge domestic batteries or non rechargeable batteries.
Do not cover the device.
Do not place the unit near a heat source/direct sunlight and durably high
temperatures (above 60 ° C) Risk of explosion or acid splash if the clamps are
short-circuited or if the 12 V booster is connected to a 24 V vehicle. Protect
the battery’s electrical contact surfaces against shortcircuits Do not leave a
battery being charged unattended for long periods of time.
Connection / disconnection:
- The terminal of the battery that is not connected to the car frame must be connected first. The other connection must be made on the car frame, far from the battery and the fuel line.
- After the start-up operation, disconnect the booster. First remove the chassis connection and then the battery connection, in the order shown.
Connection:
- ****Class III device.
Maintenance:
Maintenance should only be carried out by a qualified person.- Do not use solvents or any agressive cleaning products.
- Clean the device’s surfaces with a dry cloth.
Regulations:
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Equipment complies with European directives
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The declaration of conformity is available on our website.
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EAEC Conformity marking (Eurasian Economic Community).
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Material complies with British requirements.
The UK Declaration of Conformity is available on our website (see cover page). -
Device consistent with Moroccan standards.
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The declaration Cم) CMIM) of conformity is available on our website.
Waste management::
- This product should be disposed of in an appropriate recycling facility. Do not dispose of in domestic waste.
- This product should be recycled appropriately.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Designed for vehicles equipped with a 12 V (GYSCAP 680E) or 24 V (2x 12 V, GYSCAP 24V) battery, this autonomous starter is equipped with supercapacitors. It uses the battery voltage of a running vehicle to recharge itself and within seconds it will start the engine of a broken down vehicle.
DISCHARGING AND RECHARGING CHARACTERISTICS OF SUPERCAPACITORS
Characteristics of supercapacitors:
- they have significant natural self-discharge (see graph below).
- they can accept a high charging current and can therefore be recharged very quickly (e.g. on a running engine in a vehicle).
It is not necessary to keep a GYSCAP charged.
It is not necessary to charge a GYSCAP one or more days before use, as you may
find it partially or
totally discharged when you come to use it (graph).
The main advantage of a GYSCAP is that it requires no maintenance (no loss of performance) and can be recharged very quickly, in just a few seconds/minutes before use.
GYSCAP CHARGE STATUS
Press the Power button.
The internal capacity status of the GYSCAP is displayed.
The digital display shows a single bar: The capacity of GYSCAP is
insufficient. Refer to the paragraph “Recharging the GYSCAP”.
The digital display shows four bars: The GYSCAP is not fully charged, but it
is possible to start a vehicle. It is still recommended to charge it fully,
see the «charging the GYSCAP ».
****The digital display shows six bars: The GYSCAP is fully charged, so the
starting capacity is optimal.
VEHICLE BATTERY’S STATE OF CHARGE
The GYSCAP’s digital screen displays the voltage of the vehicle’s battery or
the voltage of the alternator if the vehicle is running.
Connect the GYSCAP clamps to the battery, ensure that the polarity is correct.
Press the Power button.
The voltage is displayed according to the condition of the vehicle.
If the voltage of the supercapacitors is lower than the voltage at the end of
the clamps, the GYSCAP will recharge its supercapacitors up to 14 V (GYSCAP
680E – light vehicles) or 28 V (GYSCAP 24V – heavy vehicles) see “ charging
through the starting clamps “.
CHARGING THE GYSCAP
The GYSCAP can be charged in seconds by connecting directly to a 12V runnin
vehicle (GYSCAP 680E) or 24V (GYSCAP 24V).
The voltage of the supercapacitors will be at most equal to the voltage
that the vehicle’s alternator can supply.
If the alternator voltage is lower than 14 V/28 V, the GYSCAP will not be
fully charged.
CHARGE USING THE CLAMPS
Connect the GYSCAP clamps to an operational vehicle suitable for the GYSCAP
model used (12 V GYSCAP 680E, 24 V GYSCAP 24V) respecting the polarities.
Start the vehicle
Press the Power button
The bars on the digital display will increment and the battery voltage will be
displayed.
If the alternator voltage is lower than 14 V / 28 V, the GYSCAP will not be
fully charged.
When all the bars are displayed the GYSCAP is ready for a new
troubleshooting.
After switching off the GYSCAP with the button: Disconnect the GYSCAP clamps
from the vehicle. Wind up the cables and put them in the dedicated space.
CHARGING VIA CIGARETTE LIGHTER SOCKET
To facilitate charging, the GYSCAP is supplied with a cable that can be
plugged directly into the vehicle’s cigarette
lighter socket. It is then possible to optimally charge the GYSCAP in
approximately 30-40 min.
This is recommended for an extra charge. In case the GYSCAP is completely
discharged, it is quicker to connect to the battery of an operational
vehicle.
Connect the GYSCAP cigarette lighter cable to a started vehicle.
The bars on the digital display increment, the GYSCAP charges: • Recharging
takes up to 30 minutes for both models
The digital display shows “End” and “CH” simultaneously. GYSCAP is ready to be
used again.
The GYSCAP is charged. Unplug the cigarette lighter socket to switch off the
GYSCAP .
OPTION – RECHARGE WITH A GYSFLASH 4.12 (REF. 029422 – UK version. 029521)
- Acc. Gysflash
(ref.029439)
It is possible to recharge your GYSCAP from the mains using the Supply mode of
a GYSFLASH 4.12.
To enter this mode, press the GYSFLASH button for 5 seconds . Once the mode is
selected, the three blue mode
selection indicators light up. After about 5 seconds, charging starts
automatically (charging time: 1 hour max).
This is a one-time operation when the GYSFLASH 4.12 is used for the sole purpose of recharging the GYSCAP. If the charger is subsequently used in another mode (e.g. to charge a vehicle), the procedure must be repeated.
USE IN STARTER MODE
For regular interventions :
Connect the GYSCAP clamps to the battery, ensure that the polarity is correct.
Press the Power button.
The
digital display shows the GYSCAP voltage capacity.
Battery status display: voltage at the end of the clamps.
Press the start button. A 45 seconds countdown starts.
If the polarity is reversed, the message “Er” appears and a continuous beep
sounds.
Start the vehicle as quickly as possible before the capacity is transferred to
the battery.
Wait for the GYSCAP to charge until the digital display shows . (once charged,
the GYSCAP is ready to be used again.
After switching off the GYSCAP with the button: Disconnect the GYSCAP clamps
from the vehicle. Wind up the cables and put them in the dedicated space.
If the vehicle does not start after two attempts, the problem is probably
not battery related. Locate the source of the problem prior to any other
starting attempt.
Failure at the first attempt will discharge the GYSCAP. Before any new
attempts, charge the GYSCAP. Check the section «charging the GYSCAP»
In the event of a particular breakdown: The vehicle battery is in deep discharge (< 1 V)
Connect the GYSCAP clamps to the battery, ensure that the polarity is correct.
The booster is no longer protected in this mode. In order not to damage the
vehicle and the GYSCAP, avoid reversing the polarity at all costs.
Press the Power button.
The
digital display shows the GYSCAP voltage capacity.
Battery status display: voltage at the end of the clamps.
Press the button for 3 seconds to perform a forced start. A 45 seconds
countdown starts.
Start the vehicle as quickly as possible before the capacity is transferred to
the battery.
Wait for the GYSCAP to charge until the digital display shows . (once charged,
the GYSCAP is ready to be used again.
After switching off the GYSCAP with the button: Disconnect the GYSCAP clamps
from the vehicle. Wind up the cables and put them in the dedicated space.
BYPASS MODE
If starting has failed during standard troubleshooting and charging, the vehicle’s on-board computer may not allow starting because the battery voltage. (of the vehicle) is < 8 V at 12 V and < 16 V at 24 V. In that case, follow the BYPASS steps.
Unplug the (+) connector from your battery’s terminal and connect the GYSCAP’s
red clamp (+) to it. Connect the black clamp (-) of the GYSCAP to the (-)
terminal on the battery
Check the connections before proceeding to the next step. DO NOT REVERSE
POLARITIES (protection is disabled).
Press the Power button.
The digital display shows the GYSCAP voltage capacity.
The display shows 0 because the battery voltage is not available in this mode.
Press the button for 3 seconds to perform a forced start. A 45 seconds
countdown starts.
Start the vehicle to be repaired as soon as possible before its capacity is
transferred to the large consumers.
Wait for the GYSCAP to charge until the digital display shows . (once charged,
the GYSCAP is ready to be used again.
Hand over the set: red (+) terminal and clamp on the (+) terminal of the
battery.
Remove the red clamp (+) from the battery’s (+) terminal.
****After stopping GYSCAP: Disconnect the GYSCAP clamps from the vehicle.
Wind up the cables and put them in the dedicated space.
PROTECTIONS
Your device has been designed with maximum protection:
- The starting clamps are insulated.
- It is protected by a 300 A fuse (054561: set of 2 fuses)
A fuse provides protection against operating errors. Replacing it requires manual intervention.
Smart starter management system:
- This device has a comprehensive and complete protection system, protecting the on-board electronics, the charger, the battery and the user.
- Protects against: polarity reversals (not in SOS mode) / clamps in short-circuit / deep discharges and voltage selection errors.
WARRANTY
The warranty covers defaults or manufacturing defects for 2 years from the date of purchase (parts and labour).
The warranty does not cover:
- Any other damage due to transport.
- Normal wear of parts (eg. : cables, clamps, etc..).
- Damages due to misuse (power supply error, dropping of the equipment, disassembling).
- Environment related failures (pollution, rust, dust).In the event of a malfunction, return the unit to your dealer, enclosing:
- a dated proof of purchase (till receipt, invoice…)
- An explanatory note of the failure.