ANSMANN Powerline 4.2 Pro Charger User Manual

ANSMANN Powerline 4.2 Pro Charger

Product Information

Specifications

• Powerline 4.2 Pro Charger
• Input Power Supply: 100-240V~, 50-60Hz
• Output: 12V DC, max. 1500mA
• Protection Class: II

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions

1. Read the complete operating instructions before using the product for the first time.
2. The product is intended for charging 1-4 NiMH rechargeable batteries of size AA and AAA for private household use only.
3. Use the product in dry indoor rooms and protect it from moisture.

Functional Overview
The Powerline 4.2 Pro Charger is designed for simple charging with preset parameters.

Operation

1. Insert the rechargeable battery with the correct polarity as indicated in the charge bay.
2. After insertion, the indicator in the LCD display will flash, showing the rechargeable battery status.
3. The charger has function buttons for CURRENT, DISPLAY, and MODE to set properties such as charge current.
4. The charger automatically reduces charge current to around 200mA before the battery is fully charged to increase battery service life.
5. After charging or discharging is complete, the charger waits briefly to protect the batteries before continuing with the program.

FAQ

• Q: What type of batteries can be charged with the Powerline 4.2 Pro?
  A: The charger is designed for NiMH rechargeable batteries of size AA and AAA.

• Q: Can the charger be used for commercial purposes?
  A: No, the Powerline 4.2 Pro Charger is intended exclusively for private household use.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

POWERLINE 4.2 PRO CHARGER

• Dear Customer,
• Many thanks for choosing the POWERLINE 4.2 PRO multifunction charger from ANSMANN. These operating instructions will help you to get the best from the functions of your new charger. We hope you enjoy this new charger.
• Your ANSMANN Team

PROPER INTENDED USE
The product is designed for charging 1-4 NiMH rechargeable batteries of size AA and AAA. The product is intended exclusively for private household use and not for commercial use.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read through the complete operating instructions carefully before using the product for the first time. They contain important information for handling the product.
If you pass on the product to third parties, pass on these operating instructions as well.

• Check the product for damage. If you discover damage, do not use the product. Contact your dealer.
• Keep the product and the packaging away from children. This product is not a toy. Children should be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the product.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• The appliance is only to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance.
• Read all information and safety instructions on the charger and on the rechargeable batteries before using the charger.
• The operating instructions for all other devices connected to the product must also be read.
• Always insert rechargeable batteries with the correct polarity (+ and -) as shown in the charge slot.
• Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• The product is categorised as protective class III. It has enhanced insulation and for this reason requires no protective earth.
• Use the product exclusively with the mains adapter supplied.
• Always place the product on a level, stable and heat-resistant surface.
• Do not use the product in the vicinity of combustible liquids or gases.
• Do not cover the ventilation holes on the underside and sides of the product.
• Do not leave the product unattended during use.
• Use the product only in dry indoor rooms and protect it from moisture.

FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW

• Charger for 1-4 AAA, AA NiMH rechargeable batteries
• Single slot monitoring
• Charging starts automatically once the batteries have been inserted with the correct polarity
• Microcontroller-monitored charge control
• Automatic termination of the charge process once rechargeable batteries are fully charged
• Multifunction, clear LCD display with backlighting
• Charge current can be individually set for each charge bay:
  • 400mA, 600mA, 800mA when charging 1-4 rechargeable batteries
  • 400mA, 600mA, 800mA, 1500mA, 1800mA when charging 1-2 rechargeable batteries
• Individually selectable charge program for each charge bay:
  • CHARGE DISCHARGE (Discharge – Charge: To minimise the “memory effect” of rechargeable batteries)
  • REFRESH (Repeated discharging – charging: To revitalise old rechargeable batteries) TEST (Charge – discharge to determine capacity – charge)
• Capacity measurement in mAh/Ah
• Simple identification of the respective selected charge program via the LCD display
• Individual call-up of current parameters: Voltage (V); Capacity (mAh/Ah); Time (hh:mm); Current (mA)
• Multiple overload protection for each rechargeable battery and automatic termination of the charge process
• Detection of defective rechargeable batteries & detection of alkaline batteries
• Reverse polarity protection
• Pulsed maintenance charging
• Worldwide use (100V-240V)

USE

• Different mains plugs may be included, e.g. Euro or UK, depending on the design and the specific country variant. If the correct plug is not already fitted, position this over the two contacts of the mains adapter and slide the plug into the guide until it reaches the stop (see fig. [1]). Ensure that the plug latches into place audibly when sliding on. Connect the mains adapter with a suitable mains outlet.
• To change the mains plug, press the locking tab underneath the plug (e.g. with a pen) in until it can slide a little upwards and be removed.

OPERATION

Simple charging with preset parameters

1. Insert the rechargeable battery with the correct polarity as shown by the symbol in the charge bay.
2. After inserting, the indicator in the LCD display flashes. The rechargeable battery voltage in volts and the preset charge program “CHARGE” are displayed and then the preset charge current of 600mA is displayed. Then the charge process starts automatically. Warming of the rechargeable batteries during the charge process is normal. As soon as the rechargeable battery is fully charged, “FULL” appears in the display and the rechargeable battery is supplied with maintenance charging. This function guarantees optimum performance and prevents the self-discharge of the rechargeable battery. Take out the rechargeable battery and disconnect the product from the power supply.

Advanced functions
The charger has 3 function buttons, “CURRENT”, “DISPLAY” and “MODE” (see fig. [2]) which can be used to set the following properties:

1. MODE button
   Press “MODE” within 8 seconds after inserting 1-4 rechargeable batteries in order to select from the following charge programs:

2. CHARGE à
   Rechargeable battery charging. After complete charging there is an automatic changeover to pulse maintenance charging (also with the following charge programs).

3. DISCHARGE
   Rechargeable battery is first discharged and then charged in order to minimise the memory effect.

4. REFRESH
   (“DISCHARGE REFRESH” or “CHARGE REFRESH” is displayed in the LCD display) à Rechargeable battery will be discharged and charged multiple times to revitalise it. In order to return a rechargeable battery to its maximum capacity, it will be repeatedly discharged and charged (max. 10 times) until no more capacity increase can be detected.

5. TEST
   (“CHARGE TEST” or “DISCHARGE TEST” is displayed in the LCD display) à Rechargeable battery will first be charged and then discharged to measure the capacity in mAh/Ah and then charged again.

6. CURRENT button
   Press the “CURRENT” within 8 seconds of selecting the charge program or after inserting the last rechargeable battery in order to select the charge current for the “CHARGE” or “TEST” program or the discharge current for the “DISCHARGE” or “REFRESH” program.

7. DISPLAY button

8. Press the “DISPLAY” button during charging or discharging to display the charge/discharge current (in mA), the rechargeable battery voltage (in V), the charge/discharge capacity (in mAh or Ah) or the elapsed charge/discharge time (in hh:mm).

9. After you have carried out your changes via the function buttons, the charger starts with the selected parameters automatically after 8 seconds insofar as there are no further selections made.

10. Note : If you want to select the same mode for several rechargeable batteries, first insert the rechargeable batteries and then connect the mains adapter. Then carry
    out the settings. These settings will be adopted for all of the occupied charge slots. However, you can also use and set each charge slot individually.

• After you have inserted the rechargeable battery, you have 8 seconds to select the mode and a further 8 seconds to select the charge current. If there is no input for 8 seconds, the charge process starts automatically with the preset parameters.
• In order to change a function for an individual rechargeable battery, remove this briefly and then insert it again. The display for this rechargeable battery flashes and you can now make the changes for this individual charge slot with the “MODE” and/or “CURRENT” buttons, as described above.
• If you are charging just one or two rechargeable batteries in the charger and are using only the two outermost charge bays for this, you can set the charge current to 1500mA or 1800mA with the “CURRENT” button for the “CHARGE” and “TEST” programs. In this case, the two inner charge bays will not operate. If you want to charge three or four rechargeable batteries at the same time, you can set the charge current to 400mA, 600mA or 800mA. With the “DISCHARGE” and “REFRESH” programs, the rechargeable batteries are first discharged and so discharge currents of 200mA, 300mA or 400mA can be selected here. The subsequent charge process is carried out with twice the current level than was used for the discharge process.
• A few minutes before the rechargeable battery is fully charged, the charger reduces the charge current to ca. 200mA, regardless of the charge current selected beforehand. The gentle charging system increases the service life of your rechargeable batteries.
• After charging or discharging is complete, the charger waits for a brief period to protect the rechargeable batteries before continuing with the selected discharge/charge program.
• ATTENTION: Ensure that your rechargeable batteries are designed for the respective charge current. AAA rechargeable batteries should not be charged with 1500mA or 1800mA!
• We recommend selecting the maximum charge current (mA) such that it does not exceed the capacity value (mAh) of your rechargeable battery. This prevents excessive heat build-up and protects the rechargeable battery.

LCD DISPLAY

• During operation you can have the parameters described under point 3 (DISPLAY) displayed. In addition, the selected charge program and the current process (CHARGE or DISCHARGE) will also be displayed. An example of the LCD display can be seen in Fig. [3]. 4 different display modes and 4 different charge programs have been selected here.
• “Full” is displayed when the charge process is complete and the rechargeable battery is supplied with maintenance charging.
• After the “TEST” and “REFRESH” programs have ended, the display alternates between “Full” and the measured discharge capacity in mAh/Ah.
• The backlighting of the LCD display switches on when the mains is connected and extinguishes after 30 seconds if no rechargeable batteries have been inserted. It is illuminated so long as a charge process is running and extinguishes automatically 30 seconds after the last rechargeable battery has been fully charged. The lighting can be activated for 30 seconds by pressing a function button. If a faulty rechargeable battery is detected during the charge process, the backlighting remains on permanently.

FAULT RECTIFICATION

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

• Disconnect the power supply and remove all rechargeable batteries from the product before any cleaning.
• Use only a soft, dry or slightly moist cloth for cleaning. Do not use abrasive agents or solvents for cleaning.

TECHNICAL DATA

Charger

• Power supply………………………………………………. 12V DC, max. 1500mA
• Charge slots……………………………………………….. 4 (1-4x 1.45V AA/AAA)
• Charge current……………………………………………. 400/600/800/1500/1800mA
• Discharge current……………………………………….. 200/300/400mA
• Max. chargeable capacity……………………………. NiMH AA 2650mAh / AAA 1050mAh

Mains adapter

• Power supply………………………………………………. 100-240V~, 50-60Hz
• Output………………………………………………………… 12V DC, max. 1500mA
• Protection class………………………………………….. II

DISPOSAL

Dispose of the product in accordance with legal provisions. The “waste bin” symbol indicates that, in the EU, it is not permitted to dispose of electrical equipment in household waste. Use the return and collection systems in your area or contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product. Batteries and rechargeable batteries are special waste and shall not be disposed of in the normal household waste. Always hand used batteries and rechargeable batteries in to the collection point intended for this. In this way you will fulfil your legal obligations and contribute to environmental protection.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
The information contained within these operating instructions can be changed without prior notification. ANSMANN accepts no liability for direct, indirect, incidental or other damage or consequential damage arising though improper handling or through disregard of the information contained within these operating instructions. We accept no liability or warranty claims or guarantee claims in the event of incorrect use of the product.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

• The device has a three-year guarantee. The guarantee does not apply to damage to the device arising through a failure to comply with the operating instructions. Your statutory warranty rights are not affected by this.
• The product complies with the requirements from the EU directives.
• You can find our warranty conditions, support & FAQs online at: www.ansmann.de

The product complies with the requirements from the EU directives.

ANSMANN AG | Industriestrasse 10 97959 Assamstadt | Germany
Hotline: +49 (0) 6294 / 4204 3400
E-Mail: hotline@ansmann.de | www.ansmann.de
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