LEAB 1105002002 MelfBox mobile energy User Manual
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MELFBOX
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
SYSTEM FOR VERHICLES
USER MANUAL
VERSION 2
06/01/2022
LEAB Automotive GmbH
1 About this Manual
Read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place. This manual is aimed at Qualified electricians.
Any modifications to the product or its components are prohibited and do not conform to its intended use. Only use original LEAB or LEAB-approved accessories.
Throughout the manual, you will be alerted to warnings and safety notices about potential hazards associated with handling the device. The colours and signal words indicate the severity of the hazard:
Notice
Possibility of material damage
The signal word Attention indicates that there is a possibility of material
damage. To avoid material damage, follow the instruction.
CAUTION
Danger that can lead to minor injuries
Safety instructions with the signal word CAUTION indicate a hazard which, if
not avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury. Read the safety
instructions carefully and follow them to avoid the hazard.
WARNING
Hazards that can lead to severe injuries or death
Safety instructions with the signal word WARNING indicate a hazard which, if
not avoided, can result in death or severe injury. Read the safety
instructions carefully and follow them to avoid the hazard.
DANGER
Danger that will lead to severe injury or death
Safety instructions with the signal word Danger indicate a hazard which, if
not avoided, will result in death or severe injury. Read the safety
instructions carefully and follow them to avoid the hazard.
You will find useful tips and tricks in certain parts of the manual. These appear as follows:
TIP
Tips provides additional, useful information.
Read the tip carefully and follow the instructions where applicable.
2 General Safety
This manual will help you to handle the system safely. Use the system solely in accordance with its intended use. Observe the safety instructions.
WARNING
Danger from short circuits
Open and damaged cables can cause short circuits that can lead to serious
injuries.
- Before operating, make sure there are no open or damaged cables.
- Replace defective parts or damaged cables immediately.
Notice
Reverse polarity can damage the equipment
Errors when connecting the cables can cause equipment damage.
- Before operating, make sure that all cables are connected correctly.
Notice
Equipment damage and risk of cable fire
Using the unit at too high a voltage can lead to cable fire and equipment
damage.
- Only use the device within the specified voltage limits.
2.1 Intended Use
The MelfBox is a vehicle electrical supply system.
The system is designed to operate with a nominal voltage of 230 V (+/- 10%).
The IP55 rating protects it against the ingress of dust in damaging quantities
and against water jets.
2.2 Foreseeable Misuse
Only use the system within the specified voltage limits of 230 V (+/- 10%).
Do not point a high-pressure cleaner or other devices directly at the system
when cleaning the vehicle.
3 About this Product
The MelfBox is a vehicle electrical supply system. It has a potential-free switching contact (normally open contact) to create an immobiliser. An electronic system prevents contact erosion. The operating display provides information about the current system status.
Fig. 1: MelfBox supply unit
1 Operating display
2 Flap
3 Coupling
1 Cover
2 Housing with body seal
3 Housing seal
4 Cap
5 Retaining screw
4 Technical Specifications
| Part no. 1105002002 | |
|---|---|
| Modell | MelfBox |
| Nominal voltage (AC) | 230 V (+/- 10%) |
| Current, max. (AC) | 16 A |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| International Protection (IP class) | IP55 |
| Protection class | I |
| Operating display | LED |
| Switch contact | 1 A |
| Material | Polyamide, glass fibre reinforced (PA6 GF30) |
| Cable cross-section | 2.5 mm² |
| Contacts | L1/N/PE |
| Installation depth | 56 mm |
| Installation diameter | 55 mm |
| Weight | 0.12 kg |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 62 mm x 67 mm x 67 mm |
Package Contents
| No. | Item |
|---|---|
| 1x | Cover |
| 1x | Housing |
| 1x | Housing seal |
| 1x | Body seal |
| 3x | Screw 3.5 x 14 |
| 1x | Cap |
5 Creating a Body Cutout
TIP
To ensure perfect operation, observe the following notes on the assembly
site:
- Choose a vertical surface.
- Choose a site with minimum dust and which is protected from jet water.
- Make sure that there is sufficient space at the assembly site.
Fig. 2: MelfBox dimensions
To create the body cutout, proceed as follows:
1. Saw a hole (Ø 55 mm) in the vehicle body.
2. To prevent corrosion, seal the cut surfaces.
The body cutout is now created.
6 Installation
Preparation
Before connecting the unit, proceed as follows:
CAUTION! Install a suitable fuse in the vehicle (up to 16 A).
1. Route a connection cable (H07RN-F, 3 x 2.5) in the vehicle.
2. Attach the connection cable to the vehicle installation.
3. Optional: Route a cable (H05RN-F, 2 x 0.5) for the immobiliser in the
vehicle and connect it to the specific vehicle installation (control module or
similar).
The unit is now ready to be connected.
Connecting the Supply Unit
To connect the device, proceed as follows:
4. Pierce the housing seal at the intended location with a pointed tool.
5. Feed the connection cable (H07RN-F, 3 x 2.5) through the hole.
6. Connect the wires of the connection cable to the corresponding screw
terminals.
The device is connected.
Optional: Connecting the Immobiliser
TIP
The MelfBox has a potential-free switching contact (normally open contact) to
create an immobiliser.
The design of the immobiliser depends on the vehicle. Inquire from your
vehicle manufacturer.
To connect the immobiliser, proceed as follows:
CAUTION! Install a suitable fuse in the vehicle (up to 1 A).
7. Insert the immobiliser cable (H05RN-F, 2 x 0.5) through the second hole of
the housing seal.
8. Insert the wires of the immobiliser cable into the push-in terminals (max.
current: 1 A).
The immobiliser is connected.
TIP
To protect the contacts of the immobiliser, their cable is connected to the
MelfBox via a Phoenix plug.
- Before disassembling the MelfBox, disconnect the Phoenix plug of the immobiliser cable above the connection terminals.
7 Assembly
To install the device, proceed as follows:
The cables in the MelfBox housing are correctly connected.
The body seal is firmly seated on the housing.
1. Place the housing seal in the cap.
2. Attach the cap to the supply unit with the 3 screws (3.5 x 14).
3. Check the tightness of the housing seal.
4. Push the supply unit into the body cutout.
5. Tighten the 3 screws on the front until the supply unit is firmly seated
in the body cutout (maximum torque: 1 Nm).
6. Attach the cover.
The device is mounted and ready.
8 Operation
Notice
Inactive immobilisers can cause damage
Note that immobiliser only works when the MelfBox is active (operating display
illuminated).
TIP
Electronics to prevent contact burnout requires voltage
Contact N is electronically switched and is only open when a 230 V voltage is
applied.
To install the device, proceed as follows:
1. Plug the two-pin earthed plug of the connection cable into a 230-V mains
supply.
2. Open the flap of the supply unit.
3. Plug the coupling into the supply unit.
The voltage input is provided at the load output of the supply unit. Connected
consumers are supplied. The operating display shows the operating status of
the device.
8.1 Operating Status
| LED | Operating status |
|---|---|
| Blue, flashing | The MelfBox is active. |
A minimum of 50 W power is removed from the supply unit (the greater the
power, the faster the flashing).
Yellow, steady light | The MelfBox is active.
No power is removed.
- Check the connection of the consumers.
- Check the fuse at the outlet of the MelfBox.
NOTE! This operating status only occurs immediately after inserting the
MelfBox coupling. The MelfBox does not switch back from “blue” to “yellow”.
9 Cleaning and Maintenance
WARNING
Danger from electric shock
Cleaning and maintenance work on a live unit can lead to serious injury from
electric shock.
- Make sure that the device is de-energised before carrying out any work.
Notice
Strong jet water can damage the device
Cleaning with strong jets of water can cause the device to become damaged.
- Do not aim pressure washers or other devices directly at the device.
Regular Activities
– Check the equipment for external damage each time before you use it.
– Clean the supply unit once a month with compressed air.
– Protect the coupling and combination cable from being run over, getting wet
and other liquids.
– Check the tightness of the supply unit in the vehicle body at regular
intervals.
10 Accessories
You can order accessories either through your dealer or directly from LEAB. Just visit our webshop at www.leab.eu or call us on: +49(0) 4621 9 78 60-110.
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| 1105001001 | Connection cable 2.5 m |
| 1105001002 | Connection cable 5 m |
| 1105001003 | Connection cable 10 m |
11 Disposal
Dispose of the device in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Regulations (WEEE).
The system must not be disposed of with household waste. Take it to a
recycling point or return it to your point of sale.
12 EU Declaration of Conformity
The MelfBox complies with the requirements of the following directives:
– 2014/30/EU: EMV
– 2014/35/EU: NRL
– 2011/65/EU: RoHS
LEAB Automotive GmbH Thorshammer 6 24866 Busdorf
We make energy
mobile.
LEAB Automotive GmbH
Thorshammer 6
DE-24866 Busdorf
Tel: +49 (0) 4621 9 78 60-0
Fax: +49 (0) 4621 9 78 60-260
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