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Product description
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�pplication
The powerful BAT 415 battery charger can be used to
charge any type of 12 volt lead acid batteries. In parti-
cular, it provides optimum charging for batteries with
fixed electrolytes (gel technology or fleece/AGM tech-
nology). You can charge the batteries either in the ve-
hicle while installed or when removed. The BAT 415 can
also be used to back up or buffer the vehicle electrical
system.
The BAT 415 is intended for use by workshops, inspec-
tion facilities, gas stations and battery dealers.
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The BAT 415 is designed exclusively for charging
lead acid batteries in perfect condition with a nomi-
nal voltage of 12 volts.
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Important information about the
charger
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You must place the BAT 415 level on a solid surface.
The location must be sufficiently stable. Take into
account the weight of the unit and of the battery to
be charged.
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Protect the BAT 415 against humidity and moisture.
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Do not cover the BAT 415. Position the BAT 415 so
that there is at least 15 cm of space for ventilation
all the way around it.
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Delivery specification
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BAT 415
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Operating instructions
Robert Bosch GmbH
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Description of unit
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Fig. 1:
BAT 415
1. Display unit for charging current
2. Red LED for "Mains on, incorrect polarity, fault or overload"
3. Green LED for "Charging"
4. Yellow LED for "Back up/buffer mode"
5. Changeover switch for battery temperature
6. Start button for charging
7. Mains switch
8. Controller for setting battery capacity
9. Charging lead with fully insulated charging clips
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Status LEDs
LED
Symbol
Status
Red
Illuminated
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Flashes
Off
Green
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Flashes (quick)
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Flashes (slowly)
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Illuminated
Yellow
Illuminated
Flashes
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Changeover switch for battery
temperature
Symbol
Functions
Battery temperature warm (> 15 °C)
Battery temperature cold (<15 °C)
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Functions
BAT 415
turned on
Incorrect polarity,
fault or overload
BAT 415
turned off
Main charging
in progress
Secondary char-
ging in progress
Float char-
ge in progress
13,5 V / 15 A
12.0 V / 3 A
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2008-09-03