DELO PLFP-20R 12V/6AH CCA 360A Lithium-Ion Battery Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- DELO
Table of Contents
DELO PLFP-20R 12V/6AH CCA 360A Lithium-Ion Battery
Scope of delivery
Use
General information
Read and keep the instructions for use
These instructions refer only to DELO motorcycle batteries with lithium-ion
technology. They contain important notes on operation and handling. Read these
instructions carefully, in particular the safety instructions, before
installing the battery. Not adhering to these instructions for use can lead to
serious injury or damage to the battery or the motorcycle. The instructions
for use are based on the standards and regulations valid in the European
Union. If abroad, observe country-specific guidelines and laws. Keep the
instructions for use for future reference. If you pass the DELO lithium-ion
battery on to third parties, you must hand over these instructions for use
too.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols and signal words are used in these instructions for use,
on the battery or on the packaging.
- This signal symbol/word indicates a hazard with a medium risk level which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
- This signal symbol/word indicates a hazard with a low risk level which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
- This signal word warns of possible material damage.
- This symbol gives you useful additional information about assembly or usage.
- Note on the battery to follow the instructions in the instructions for use.
- This symbol warns against careless handling of the product and resulting material damage.
- This symbol warns of a risk of ignition if the battery has been damaged.
- Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
- This signal symbol indicates a risk of explosion due to short-circuit or overheating.
- This signal symbol indicates a dangerous voltage, because the battery is already charged and therefore already active upon delivery.
- This signal symbol indicates a risk of chemical burns. Therefore, avoid any contact between the skin and the battery interior.
Safety
Intended use
In purchasing the DELO lithium-ion battery, you have chosen a high-quality
product for your motorcycle. The battery you have purchased is a lithium-ion
polymer battery with cathodes made of iron phosphate to optimally power your
motorcycle. The battery is not a toy. Use the DELO lithium-ion battery only as
described in these instructions. Any other use is considered improper use and
may result in material damage. The manufacturer or dealer accepts no liability
for damage caused by improper or incorrect use.
Safety instructions
Risk of explosion and fire!
Improper handling of the battery increases the risk of explosion and fire.
- Never expose the motorcycle battery to severe heat such as naked flames or similar phenomena.
- Keep it away from very hot surfaces, such as exhausts.
- Do not use the battery in an explosive atmosphere or in the proximity of highly flammable liquids, gases or dust.
- Avoid strong mechanical influences on the battery.
- Do not overcharge the battery, and be sure to use suitable chargers (also see Section 6.2).
- Cannot be jump-started, e.g. bridging car to motorcycle.
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
Improper handling of the battery increases the risk of an electric shock. The
battery has a splash guard (relevant against weathering and cleaning of the
motorcycle). Under no circumstances may the battery be immersed in water.
- Never touch the terminals with metallic objects, as this may lead to an electric shock or short-circuit.
- The terminals of the battery may not be soldered.
- Ensure the positive and negative terminals are connected correctly.
- Never touch the battery or its accessories with wet hands.
- Do not bend the connecting cables and do not lay them over sharp edges.
- Do not operate the battery if there is visible damage.
- Do not open the casing and do not make any changes to the battery or
its accessories. In the case of repairs carried out independently, improper connection or incorrect use, liability and warranty claims are excluded.
WARNING!
Danger for children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities (e.g. partially disabled persons, elderly persons with reduced physical and mental abilities) or lack of experience and knowledge (e.g. older children).
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Store the battery away from children.
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The battery can be used by children over the age of ten and by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge when they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the battery and when they understand the resulting hazards. -
Maintenance may not be carried out by children without supervision.
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Keep the packaging film away from children, as there is danger of suffocation.
CAUTION! Risk of chemical burns!
- The electrolyte in the battery is corrosive. Therefore, never open the battery. In the event of contact with the skin or eyes, rinse off or out with plenty clear water for several minutes and immediately seek medical attention.
NOTE! Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the lithium-ion battery can lead to damage to the
battery.
- Do not open the battery, do not drill into it, and do not exert force on it.
- Protect the battery from violent mechanical impacts.
- Follow the safety instructions in the instructions for use for your motorcycle.
- Deep discharge of the battery leads to loss of capacity and can cause the battery to freeze at corresponding temperatures.
Initial start up
Check the battery and the scope of delivery.
- Remove the battery from the packaging.
- Check whether the delivery is complete (see Section 1.)
- Check whether the battery or the individual parts are damaged. Contact the manufacturer via the specified service address if they are.
- Before it is used for the first time, the battery must be fully charged with a suitable charger.
Use
Correct battery type
First of all, check whether the battery fits in your motorcycle’s battery
compartment.
Because lithium-ion batteries have a much higher cranking power than
conventional motorcycle batteries, the number of ampere hours can be up to
approx. 2/3 fewer than originally specified by the manufacturer without any
problems. Modern DELO lithium-ion batteries can be used instead of
conventional standard acid or AGM batteries in many situations, as long as the
charging voltage in the motorcycle’s charging circuit does not exceed 14.6 V.
Another feature of lithium-ion batteries is that they can be installed in any
position.
Charging
DELO lithium-ion batteries are largely pre-charged, so they are capable of
starting a motorcycle straight from the packaging. Nevertheless, to ensure
good long-term cranking power, we recommend using a charger that is suitable
for lithium-ion batteries with controlled charging characteristics to make
sure that your battery really is fully charged before you install it in your
motorcycle. This is the only way that you can be certain that you have
installed a battery that is really fully charged and will deliver top cranking
power in your motorcycle. Charging voltages of up to 14.6 V are no problem for
DELO lithium-ion batteries; the optimum end-of-charge voltage is 14.4 V.
Please also note the individual information provided on the top of the battery
in this regard.
You can see the charge level by pressing the Test button. If only one or two
bars light up, charging is highly recommended.
WARNING!
Risk of explosion and fire!
Never use a car charger or a device with automatic desulphation for charging
purposes. Car chargers supply too high a charging current for a motorcycle
battery, which can lead to an explosion in the absolute worst-case scenario.
Installation/removal
Before you remove the old battery, switch off all the electrical devices on
your motorcycle. Disconnect the earth connection (–) first of all, then the
positive terminal (+), and then remove the old battery. The DELO lithium-ion
batteries are supplied along with various adapters, so a lithium-ion battery
can replace various standard batteries. If necessary, choose the adapter that
meets your needs and install the lithium-ion battery in the appropriate
location. The battery cables are connected in reverse order – remove the dust
cap and connect the positive cable to the positive terminal (+) first of all,
and then connect the earth cable (–) to the negative terminal. In this regard,
be sure to use the terminal screws supplied. Prior to connection, clean the
cable terminals of the battery cable with a wire brush (corroded terminals can
cause the motorcycle’s electrical system to malfunction!). Do not use
excessive force to tighten the screws, as this may distort the battery
terminals and damage the battery.
Storage
Store the disused and removed battery in a cool, dry and well-ventilated
place, away from flammable, explosive or metallic objects.
The optimum charge level is between 70% and 80% (4 – 5 bars). Recharge the
battery at extended intervals (see Section 8. Maintenance).
Maintenance
DELO lithium-ion batteries have low self-discharge, and therefore do not have to be kept permanently on trickle charge when not in use on your motorcycle. Nevertheless, a disused and removed battery should be charged at least every six months. If the battery remains installed and connected, your motorcycle’s electrical system can drain the battery. Ensure, therefore, that no silent electrical devices are active (e.g. alarm system, clock) or that no leakage currents are draining the battery. Discharged batteries can freeze, so always store batteries in a frost-free location and recharge them after one month at the latest. The lithium-ion batteries are maintenance-free and may not be opened under any circumstances, as they are destroyed otherwise.
Troubleshooting
In the event of a fault occurring, try to resolve it with the following measures first of all:
Fault
The battery does not start your motorcy-cle, and nothing appears on the
display when you press the Test button.
Possible causes and remedies
The battery is flat.
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Please check whether the battery in the motorcycle has been drained by leakage current or a silent electrical device. Many modern motorcycles still use power even when switched off, e.g. for the alarm system, on-board diagnostics, USB adapter, etc. A quiescent current of 5 mA is not uncommon, but it adds up quickly over an extended idle time. Over 24 hours, 5 mA corresponds to 0.12 Ah, over seven days it corresponds to 0.84 Ah, and over one month it corresponds to 3.60 Ah.
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Was the battery charged with a maximum charging voltage of 14.6 V and a maximum charging current according to the battery label? A higher charging voltage or charging current than specified could have damaged the battery. Check the charge controller and/or its charger in this regard.
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White smoke is escaping from the battery and the casing is extremely hot.
Possible causes and remedies: -
The charging voltage or charging current is too high (possible causes e.g. incorrectly mounted battery terminal, defect on the voltage controller and/or the alternator).
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Please see Section 6.2. Too high a charging voltage or charging current can damage the battery and even destroy it in extreme cases.
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The charge level indicator does not light up when you press the Test button, but the motorcycle can still be started.
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Possible causes and remedies:
It may be the case that a cable inside the battery electronics has come loose. -
Please contact the Louis Customer Service team.
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The motorcycle can only be started with a great deal of effort.
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Possible causes and remedies:
It may be the case that the voltage is too low. -
Check the battery’s charge level. The battery may be drained after a long idle time and due to connected electrical devices. Charge the battery with a suitable charger.
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The outside temperatures are around freezing point.
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At temperatures around freezing point, the chemical process in the battery is slowed down and the maximum starting power is reduced. This can lead to starting difficulties in powerful single and twin-cylinder engines. If possible, activate the battery by switching an electrical device such as the light on for 20–30 seconds. Energy is consumed and the battery becomes slightly warmer.
Warranty
Your DELO lithium-ion battery comes with the usual Louis two-year warranty. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, use of the battery for anything other than the intended purpose, damage caused by an accident, or unauthorised or inexpert modification or repair, or changes to the technical specification. The warranty does not cover damages caused by improper storage and maintenance either.
Disposal
Dispose of the packaging
Please dispose of the packaging appropriately. Dispose of cardboard and cardboard boxes with waste paper and dispose of plastic film with recyclables.
Lithium ion battery
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with systems
for separate collection of recyclable materials)
Batteries may not be disposed of along with household waste!
Information about vehicle batteries according to the German Batteries Act
(BattG) – valid for Germany
(If abroad, observe country-specific laws.) Old motorcycle batteries can be
returned by the end user without charge to the dealer at or near their retail
outlet or to the mail order supplier’s distribution warehouse (must not be
sent through the mail due to the hazardous goods regulations). Some local
authority collection points or recycling centres may charge for returns.
Please enquire at your local collection point. End users who purchase a new
motorcycle battery without returning an old one must pay a deposit of € 7.50,
incl. VAT, which will be refunded when an old battery is brought back. Our
stated battery prices do not include this deposit. If the old motorcycle
battery is returned to a different dealer (i.e. not the one to whom the
deposit was paid), this dealer is required under Section 11 Para. 3 of the
German Batteries Act (BattG), to issue written or electronic confirmation that
the battery
has been accepted without a refund of the deposit, if so requested by the end
user. Dealers who sell motorcycle batteries via distance selling (internet,
mail order, catalogue sales etc.) are obliged to refund the deposit upon
presentation of the written or electronic confirmation of return, provided
such confirmation is not more than two weeks old at the time of presentation.
Note according to § 18 of the German Batteries Act – valid for Germany The illustrated and crossed-out wheelie bin means that batteries must not be disposed of along with household waste. If any of the following letters appear underneath this symbol (Pb: battery contains lead, Cd: battery contains cadmium, Hg: battery contains mercury), this means that the battery contains these metals and therefore special rules apply to its disposal. Batteries may not be disposed of along with household waste. They may contain substances that are harmful to the environment and pose a health risk. Please return old batteries to us, or take them to your municipal recycling centre or battery dealer. The return is free of charge and required by law; regarding the return of vehicle batteries and possible associated costs in the event that the return does not take place with us, we cannot reimburse you. All old batteries will be reused. This enables valuable materials to be recycled and, at the same time, protects the environment and human health.
Contact
If you have any questions about the product or these instructions, contact our
Technical Centre by email at [email protected]
before using the product for the first time. We will help you as quickly as
possible. This way, we make sure that the product is used correctly.
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