3.6
Safety features of the battery charger
The battery charger has the following safety features:
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Microprocessor controlled battery charging
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Protection against short-circuit and reverse polarity
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Battery defect recognition
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Battery pressure increase protection
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Dynamic charge current adjustment
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Automatic voltage detection
4
Preparation for first use
4.1
Installing the battery charger
See Fig. 4 and Fig. 5.
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Check the battery charger for completeness and damage. Do not use the battery charger if it is
damaged; in that case contact the Holmatro dealer.
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Mount the battery charger in a dry, cool, well-ventilated and dust-free area. The battery charger can
be mounted both on a horizontal and a vertical surface.
5
Operation
5.1
Charging a battery pack
See Fig. 3
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Study the instructions of the battery pack before you start charging.
NOTE
Best results and longest life of the battery pack are achieved by charging in a dry
environment at a temperature between 18 °C and 24 °C (64 °F and 75 °F).
CAUTION
The battery pack can be damaged if charged at a temperature below 0 °C or above 45 °C
(below 32 °F or above 113 °F).
Only use the battery charger to charge one of the prescribed Holmatro battery packs. See
section 3.1.
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Insert the power plug of the battery charger into a power outlet with the correct voltage and
frequency. See the electrical specifications on the model plate.
The red LED on the left part of the condition indicator label will light up, to indicate that the power is
on.
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