vonroc BC501AC BATTERY CHARGER 15A WITH JUMP START FUNCTION User Manual

vonroc BC501AC BATTERY CHARGER 15A WITH JUMP START FUNCTION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the enclosed safety warnings, the additional safety warnings and the instructions. Failure to follow the safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.  Save the safety warnings and the instructions for future reference. The following symbols are used in the user manual or on the product:

• Read the user manual.
• Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life, or damage to the tool in case of non-observance of the instructions in this manual.
• Indicates electrical shock hazard. Indicates explosion hazard. Do not dispose of the product in unsuitable containers.
• In accordance with applicable safety standards and European directives.

Product Overview

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery- operated (cordless) power tool.

1. Work area safety
   • a) Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
   • b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
   • c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
   • a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
   • b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
   • c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
   • d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   • e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   • f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. The use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
   • a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   • b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   • c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   • d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
   • e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   • g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
   • h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4. Power tool use and care
   • a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate at which it was designed.
   • b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   • c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
   • d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   • e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
   • f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   • g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
   • h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5. Battery tool use and care
   • a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   • b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. The use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   • c) When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   • d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
   • e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
   • f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause an explosion. NOTE The temperature „130 °C“ can be replaced by the temperature „265 °F“.
   • g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
6. Service
   • a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
   • b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER

In the design of the battery charger, the requirements for safe usage have been taken into account. Any change, adaptation, conversion, or other use may interfere with the safety of the apparatus. In addition, the guarantee will no longer be valid because of this.

Keep out of the reach of children

• Avoid danger to life and the risk of injuries due to improper use
• Do not operate the device if the cables, the mains cables, or plug are damaged. A damaged mains cable indicates a life-threatening danger due to electric shock.
• Only have a damaged power cable repaired by authorized and trained professionals! In the event a repair is required, please contact the service center for your country
• The danger of an electric shock! For batteries permanently mounted in a vehicle, verify the vehicle is switched off! Switch off the ignition and put the vehicle in park with the handbrake engaged (e.g. car) or fixed rope (e.g. electric boat)!
• The danger of electric shock! Disconnect the car charger from the mains before connecting or removing the connectors to/from the battery.
• First, connect the clamp not connected to the car body.
• Connect the other clamp to the car body, away from the battery and the fuel line. Then only connect the car charger to the power supply.
• Disconnect the car charger from the power supply after charging.

The danger of electric shock

• Only touch the terminal connection cables (“-“ and “+”) in the insulated area!
• The danger of electric shock! Establish the connection to the battery and the mains current socket completely protected from moisture.
• The danger of electric shock! Only assemble, maintain and care for the car charger whilst disconnected from the mains!
• The danger of electric shock! Once the charging and discharge process is completed, in batteries permanently installed in vehicles first disconnect the charger’s negative terminal connection cable (black) from the battery’s negative terminal.
• Do not leave toddlers or children unsupervised with the car charger!
• Children are not yet able to assess potential danger in handling electric appliances. Always supervise children to ensure they do not play with the tool.

Explosion hazard

Protect yourself from a highly explosive hydrogen-oxygen reaction! The battery may emit gaseous hydrogen during charging and trickle charging. Oxyhydrogen is an explosive mix of gaseous hydrogen and oxygen. Contact with open fire (flames, embers, or sparks) will cause the so-called oxyhydrogen reaction! Perform charging and trickle charging in a well-ventilated room protected from the weather. Be sure there is no open fire during charging and maintenance charging!

• The danger of explosion and fire hazard! Ensure that there is no possibility of ignition of explosive or flame able materials, such as petrol or solvents, while using the charger

Explosive gasses

• Avoid flames and sparks
• Ensure adequate ventilation whilst charging.
• Place the battery on a well ventilated surface whilst charging. Ignoring this may damage the device.

Explosion hazard!

• Ensure the positive terminal connection cable does not come into contact with fuel lines.
• The danger of chemical burns! Protect your eyes and skin against corrosion from acids when coming into contact with the battery!
• Use acid-proof goggles, clothing, and gloves! If eyes or skin has come into contact with sulphuric acid, rinse the affected body region off with a plenty of clean water and consult a doctor straight away!
• Avoid electric short-circuits when connecting the car charger to the battery. Only connect the negative terminal connection cable to the negative battery terminal or the car body. Only connect the positive terminal connection cable to the positive battery terminal!
• Before connecting to the mains, verify the mains’ power has the required 230 V~ 50 Hz, neutral lead, a 16 A fuse, and an ELCB switch (earth leakage circuit breaker)! Ignoring this advice may damage the device.
• Do not place the charger close to fire, heat and prolonged temperatures over 50 °C! The output power of the car charger automatically drops In higher temperatures.
• Ensure no fuel lines, electric cables, hydraulic-, or water pipes are damaged by the screws whilst assembling the charger! Otherwise, there is a risk of death or injuries!
• Only use the car charger with the included original parts!
• Do not cover the car charger with objects! Ignoring this advice may damage the device.
• Protect the surfaces of the battery‘s electrical contacts from short-circuiting!
• Only use the car charger for charging and maintenance charging undamaged 6 V- / 12 V leadacid batteries (with electrolyte solution or gel)! Otherwise, material damage could occur.
• Do not use the car charger for charging or trickle charging non-rechargeable batteries. Otherwise, material damage could occur.
• Do not use the car charger to charge or trickle charge a damaged or frozen battery! Otherwise material damage could occur.
• Before connecting the charger, refer to the battery‘ s original operating instructions for battery maintenance information! Otherwise, there is a risk of injury and/or damaging the device.
• Before connecting the charger to a battery permanently connected to a vehicle, refer to the vehicle‘s operating instructions for information about maintaining electrical safety and maintenance! Otherwise, there is a risk of injury and/or property damage.
• Also disconnect the car charger from the mains when not in use for environmental reasons! Remember standby operation also consumes electricity.
• Always be alert and always be careful what you do. Always proceed with caution and do not operate the car charger when unconfused or feel unwell

MACHINE INFORMATION

Intended use
This device is designed to charge a variety of SLA (sealed lead-acid) batteries primarily used in cars, motorcycles, and some other vehicles. Supported battery types are Regular, Deep cycle, Gel, or AGM lead-acid batteries. The special design of the device allows the battery to be charged to nearly 100%  of its capacity.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION

The numbers in the text refer to the diagrams on page 2.

1. DISPLAY button
2. BATTERY TYPE button
3. MODE button
4. Negative (-) terminal clamp
5. Positive (+) terminal clamp
6. Digital display
7. Power cord
8. Fuse with cover

OPERATION

Remove the mains plug from the mains socket before performing any work on the battery charger. Risk of electric shock! The danger of damage to property! Risk of injury

Connecting

• Before charging and trickle charging a battery permanently connected to a vehicle, first disconnect the battery negative terminal from the vehicle.
• Then disconnect the battery positive terminal from the vehicle.
• Only then connect the battery charger positive (red) clamp (5) to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
• Lastly connect the battery charger negative (black) clamp (4) to the negative (-) terminal of the battery.

Note: If the connector clamps are correctly connected, the display (6) will show the voltage and the “Connected” indicator light will light up. If the poles are accidentally reversed, the display (6) will read “0.0” and the “+/- Error” indicator will light up to signal a polarity error.

Disconnecting

• First, disconnect the battery charger from the mains power.
• Remove the negative (black) clamp (4) from the battery terminal.
• Remove the positive (red) clamp (5) from the battery terminal.
• Reconnect the positive terminal of the battery to the vehicle’s positive connection.
• Reconnect the negative terminal of the battery to the vehicle’s negative connection. Selecting the charging mode You may charge a variety of batteries at different ambient temperatures using the different charging modes. The safe charging process protects against faulty connections and short circuits. The integrated electronics do not switch the battery charger on immediately after the connection is made, but only after a charging mode has been selected.
• In case the “+/- Error” indicator lights up, verify if the terminal clamps (4 & 5) are correctly connected to the battery and if the correct battery type has been selected on the charger.

DISPLAY button (1)

• Press this button to cycle between different display modes. The selected display mode is indicated by the lights next to the button. The following modes are available:
• Battery %: the display shows the current state of charge of the connected battery, ranging from 0% (no charge) to 100% (full charge)
• Voltage: the display shows the voltage of the connected battery
• Alternator %: the display shows charger output power, ranging from 0% (off) to 100% (full power)

BATTERY TYPE button (2)

• Press this button to cycle between different battery types. Take care to select the correct battery type before starting the charging process. The currently selected battery type is indicated by the lights next to the BATTERY TYPE button (2).

The following battery types are supported:

• 12V Regular
• 12V Deep cycle
• 12V Gel / AGM
• 6V Regular

Note: After connecting the charger it will automatically determine the battery voltage. If the charger incorrectly detects a 12V battery as a 6V battery, it means the battery is faulty and/or over-discharged. Faulty batteries should be replaced, do not attempt to charge a faulty battery.

MODE button (3)

• Press this button to cycle between different operating modes. The following modes may be selected:
• Fast charge: Quickly charges the battery. Recommended setting for low ambient temperatures.
• Normal charge: Normal charging process.
• Start: Briefly delivers a high current to jump-start a vehicle with a weak or drained battery.

Using the jump start mode

Note: The jump start mode can only be exited by unplugging the power cord (7).

WARNING
Always make the connections in the correct order as described in this user manual. Otherwise, the vehicle’s electronics may be damaged. Proceed against the specifications at your own risk and responsibility. The jump start mode is not suitable for batteries with a capacity below 45Ah. Using this mode on a <45Ah battery could result in damage to the battery. Note that some diesel and large-displacement petrol engines require a starting current beyond the supported maximum of this appliance (75A) – if the battery is completely drained the maximum current of 75A may not be sufficient to start these engines. The charger features an analysis program to protect the battery from damage (e.g. sulphation or rapid voltage drops), particularly during jump starting. The device will not switch on the jump starter with severely drained or heavily stressed batteries to protect the battery. During this process, the battery will be charged with a low current and the “Charging” indicator will light up. The display continues to read “0“. In this event the jump start function cannot be used to protect the battery from damage.

• You should first charge the battery using the Normal or Fast Charge mode for some time before attempting to use the jump start function again.
• Plug the power cord (7) into the main outlet.
• Connect the positive (red) clamp (5) to the positive (+) battery terminal.
• Connect the negative (black) clamp (4) to the negative (-) battery terminal.
• If the terminal clamps are connected correctly the charger will automatically select the correct battery type.
• Review the battery type indicator, and adjust if necessary using the BATTERY TYPE button (2).
• Now select the Start mode using the MODE button (3). The charger will analyze the battery’s charge level and the display (6) will read ‘0’.
• Start the vehicle’s ignition. The display will now show a 5-second countdown: 2 seconds priming/analysis followed by a 3-second jump start.
• During the countdown the charger will briefly deliver 75A to start the engine. The countdown is followed by a 180-second pause to protect the battery.
• After the 180 seconds pause the cycle will restart (2-second priming, 3-second starting, 180 second pause) and you may attempt to start the engine again.
• To disconnect the charger: first, remove the negative (black) clamp (4) from the battery terminal, then remove the positive (red) clamp (5) from the battery terminal.

Battery reconditioning mode

• Heavily drained 12V batteries will be reconditioned by the charger before the actual charging process is started.
• When the voltage of the battery is between 8.5 and 10.5V, the charger will automatically enter the reconditioning mode.
• During the reconditioning process, the “Charging” indicator will blink and the battery charger will charge the battery with a 2A charging current for 2 seconds, then stop for  1 second. This cycle is repeated for 10 minutes. After the reconditioning process, the charger will measure the battery voltage again.
• If the voltage is now above 10.5V, the 12V charging process will automatically start.
• If the voltage is still below 10.5V, the battery is deemed to be faulty. Charging will be stopped and the display will show “Err” to indicate an error has occurred.

MAINTENANCE

• Always unplug the power cord from the main outlet before working on the battery charger. Replacing the fuse (Fig. B1, B2)

Take the following steps to replace the charger fuse:

• Unplug the power cord from the main outlet.
• Remove the fuse cover (8) by pressing on the side of the cover.
• Unscrew the fuse using a fitting spanner or socket.
• Replace the fuse

Cleaning

• Clean the metal and plastic parts of the machine using a dry cloth
• Do not use any abrasive cleaning products.
• Do not use any solvents such as gasoline, alcohol, ammonia, etc.

References

• VONROC Gereedschap & Tuin artikelen

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