DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Pack User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: Dometic

Table of Contents

DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Pack
General Safety Instructions
- Operating the device safely
Scope of delivery
Intended use
Technical description
- Connections and display
- Display
Using the appliance
Troubleshooting
Maintaining and cleaning the product
Warranty
Technical data
References
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DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Pack

DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
Pack

Explanation of symbols
Please carefully read and follow all instructions, guidelines and warnings included in this product manual in order to ensure that you install, use and maintain the product properly at all times.
By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read this disclaimer, all instructions, guidelines and warnings carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein.
You agree to use this product only for the intended purpose and application and in accordance with the instructions, guidelines and warnings as set forth in this product manual as well as in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product or damage to other property in the vicinity.
Dometic accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury incurred, directly or indirectly, from the installation, use or maintenance of the product not in compliance with the instructions and warnings in the product manual.
This product manual, including the instructions, guidelines and warnings, and related documentation may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit: documents.dometic.com, dometic.com

Explanation of symbols

WARNING! Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION! Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE! Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

General Safety Instructions

The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:

Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and incorrect connection voltage
Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual

The declaration of conformity can be requested from the manufacturer (contact information on the back).
Note the following basic safety information when using electrical devices to protect against:

Electric shock
Fire hazards
Injury

General safety
WARNING! INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

Only use the device as intended.
Disconnect the device from the mains
- Before cleaning and maintenance
- After use
- Before changing a fuse
To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the device.
Do not use a device that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modi-fied devices may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not operate the device with a damaged cord or plug, or a dam-aged output cable.
Do not disassemble the device, take it to a qualified service person when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the device from the outlet before attempting any instructed servicing.
Do not expose to liquid, vapor, rain, sleet, snow or the like.
The device shall be stored indoors and protected from the elements.
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
When charging the device, work in a well ventilated area and do not restrict ventilation in any way.
Do not expose the device to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C (266 °F) may cause explosion.
Electrical devices are not toys.
Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children.
Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.

NOTICE! MATERIAL DAMAGE.

Do not insert foreign objects into the output or input terminals.
Do not put fingers or hands into the device.
Do not attempt to replace the internal battery cells.
Before using for the first time, charge your battery pack using one of the methods described in chapter “Charging the lithium iron phos-phate battery pack”.
Before using the device for the first time, check that the voltage speci-fication on the rating plate matches that of the power supply.
Never pull on the power cord to unplug the device from the power socket.
Store the device in a dry and cool place.

Operating the device safely

WARNING! INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

Only use the charger supplied to charge the device. Use of an attach-ment not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
The power socket to which the device is connected must be close by and easily accessible.

CAUTION! FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION HAZARD.

Do not operate the device
- In the vicinity of corrosive fumes
- In the vicinity of combustible materials
- In areas where there is a danger of explosions
Do not place the device next to heat sources such as fires.
Place the device in a shady place. Avoid direct sun exposure in hot and humid surroundings for a proper usage.

NOTICE! MATERIAL DAMAGE.

Do not disconnect any cables when the device is still in use.
Only use the device in upright position.

Scope of delivery

DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Pack
scope of delievery

No. in fig.1 Description
1 Portable lithium iron phosphate battery pack
2 DC charge cable
3 AC power supply unit
4 2x DC Fuse

Intended use

The portable lithium iron phosphate battery pack is for use in camping application. It comes with four outlets to power devices like tablet, mobile phone, portable fridge/freezer etc.
The battery pack is suitable for

the connection to 12 V appliances with low power consumption e.g. small invert-ers up to 150 W,
the connection to a laptop with an additional 150 W inverter connected to the 12 V DC connection socket output.

It is not allowed

to use the battery pack as a starter battery for a vehicle,
to use two battery packs in parallel connection.

This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance with this instruction. Any other use, deviating from the intended use, is not allowed! Dometic accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury incurred, directly or indirectly due to other as the intended use.

Technical description

The portable lithium iron phosphate battery pack (LiFePO4) enables mobile power supply for portable refrigeration, USB devices and small inverters up to 150 W con-tinuous output.
A DC consumer unit (e.g. a portable refrigeration) can be simultaneously supplied with power while the lithium iron phosphate battery is being charged via the power supply unit.
The housing is shock, heat and UV resistant.

The lithium iron phosphate battery can be charged in three ways:

via the supplied AC/DC charger on the AC mains (max. 8 A)
via DC connection through vehicle alternator (max. 8 A)
via DC connection through solar panel

The device has the following protective functions:

Overtemperature, undertemperature protection
Overvoltage protection
Undervoltage protection
Overcurrent protection
Short circuit protection
Incorrect polarity protection

Connections and display

DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
Pack Connections and display

No. in fig.2 Description
1 Power button
2 Display (LCD)
3 2 x USB socket (5 V, max. 4.2 A overall)
4 12 Vg 2-pin connection output to portable refrigeration
5 12 Vg heavy duty connection socket output for portable refrigeration and 12 V applicances
6 Adjustable handle
7 2x fuse holder
8 AC/DC adapter input socket
9 DC/DC Anderson™ SB™ input socket
10 Reset button (beneath the cap)

Display

DOMETIC Portable Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Pack
Display

No. in fig.3 Description
1 A failure occurred (chapter “Troubleshooting”).
2 See chapter “Troubleshooting”.
3 See chapter “Troubleshooting”.
4 The battery pack supplies energy to an USB device.
5 The battery pack supplies energy to a device connected to the 2-PIN output.
6 The battery pack supplies energy to a device connected to the DC output.
7 State of charge as a percentage
8 Battery is being discharged Battery is being charged Battery is being charged and discharged at the same time
9 See chapter “Troubleshooting” on page 12.

Using the appliance

Before first use
➤ Before first use or storing plug the battery pack into the wall charger until it is fully charged.
➤ Observe the information given in chapter “Charging the lithium iron phosphate battery pack” on page 10.

Starting and switching off

Starting the lithium iron phosphate battery pack
➤ Press the power button (fig.21, page 7) for at least 3 seconds to start the device.
✔ The device emits 2 beeps.
✔ The display shows the operational status:
: the lithium iron phosphate battery is being charged
: the lithium iron phosphate battery is being discharged
: the lithium iron phosphate battery is on idle mode
✔ The display switches off automatically after 1 minute.

Switching the display on
➤ Press the power button (fig.21, page 7) briefly to switch on the display.

Switching off the lithium iron phosphate battery pack
The battery pack switches off automatically after 24 hours if no load and no charger are connected.
➤ Press the power button (fig.21, page 7) for at least 3 seconds to switch the device off.
✔ The device emits 1 beep.
✔ The display switches off.

Charging the lithium iron phosphate battery pack

WARNING! FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Lithium iron phosphate batteries that are charged with too high voltage can ignite. Use 8 to 25 V input voltage to charge the battery pack.
➤ Place the lithium iron phosphate battery on a firm base.

Charging with the power supply unit
➤ Connect the power supply unit to the connection socket (fig.28, page 7).
➤ Connect the power supply unit to the AC mains.
✔ The symbol lights up.
✔ The display shows the charging status.

Charging with the smart alternator, 12 V accessory socket or solar panel
➤ Connect the charge cable to the connection socket (fig.29, page 7).
➤ Connect the DC plug to the DC inlet Anderson socket on battery side.
✔ The symbol lights up the battery state of charge as a percentage.
✔ The display shows the charging status.
➤ If charging the battery pack with a solar panel, observe the following requirements:
– Use without a solar controller:
Ensure that the solar panel outputs between 8 – 25 V DC and a maximum charging current of 10 A.
– Use with a solar controller:
Ensure the solar charger does not need a counter voltage from the battery side to start charging. Ensure that the maximum charging current is 10 A (check with the solar panel manufacturer).

Checking the charge level
➤ Press the power button (fig.21, page 5).
✔ The display shows the battery state of charge as a percentage.
✔ The symbol flashes when the battery capacity is below 20 %.

Connecting consumer devices fig.2, page 7
➤ Open the cap for the desired device:
– USB devices (3)
– 2-pin 12VDC socket outlet (4)
– 12VDC socket (5)
➤ Insert your device’s plug into the corresponding socket.
✔ The symbol and the related output symbol light up.

Replacing fuses
➤ Ensure that the battery pack is not connected to an AC/DC or a DC/DC charger.
➤ Disconnect all loads.
➤ Press the power button for at least 3 s to switch the battery pack off.
➤ Undo the fuse holder.
➤ Replace the fuse with a 20 A 3 AG glass-slow acting fuse.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Cause	Remedy
The display shows the warn-	The input voltage of the char-	Turn the charger

60 seconds.

Maintaining and cleaning the product

NOTICE! MATERIAL DAMAGE.

Do not use sharp or hard objects or cleaning agents for cleaning as these may damage the product.
Do not use alcohol based cleaning materials for cleaning the gloss top cover.
Fully charge the lithium iron phosphate battery at least every six months. Overloading the battery or storing it for too long without charging it may cause permanent damage to the battery.

Occasionally clean the product with a damp cloth.

Warranty

If the product does not work as it should, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer’s branch in your country (see dometic.com/dealer). The warranty applicable to your product is 2 year(s).
For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the device:

A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
A reason for the claim or description of the fault

Australia only
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

New Zealand only
This warranty policy is subject to the conditions and guarantees which are mandatory as implied by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993(NZ).

Disposal
Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever possible.

If you wish to finally dispose of the product, ask your local recycling centre or specialist dealer for details about how to do this in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.

Protect the environment!
Do not dispose of any batteries with general household waste.
Return defective or used batteries to your retailer or dispose of them at collection points.

Technical data

| PLB40
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Battery type:| Lithium Iron Phosphate/LiFePO4
Battery rated capacity:| 40 Ah
Rated battery voltage:| 12.8 Vg
Rated output current (derating of 5 % per channel/ per °C for temperatures above 40 °C:

DC socket:

2-PIN socket: USB socket:

| 15 A

15 A

2.4 A per socket, 4.2 A overall

Input voltage range:| 8 – 25 Vg
Maximum DC/DC charging current:| 8 A
Lifecycle:| Potential lifecycle at 80 % depth of discharge (depending on charge cycle and storage condition)

Up to 2000 charging cycles

Rated input voltage:

Power supply unit / battery: PWM solar controller:

| 12 Vg

14.6 Vg

Cut off voltage:| 10 – 11 Vg
| PLB40
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Maximum self-discharge rate at 25 °C:| 5 % per month
Ambient temperature for operation:| 0 °C to +45 °C
Dimensions (L x W x H):| 197 x 197 x 257 mm
Weight:| 7.54 kg
Inspection/certification:| UN 38.3

Power supply unit

| PLB40
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AC Input: DC output:| 100 – 240 Vw/ 50/60 Hz, 2.5 A

12 Vg, 10 A

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