49er Communication PABA1417 User manual

FOR RECHARGEABLE TWO-WAY RADIO BATTERIES – NiCd / NiMH / Li-Ion / LiPo
SIX-UNIT RAPID CHARGER
Model: PABA1417
USER MANUAL
1
Introducon
Thank you for purchasing this six-unit rapid charger from 49er Communicaons. It’s a high quality product is designed for use with
up to six rechargeable two-way radio baeries. With the appropriate charging pod installed, it can charge baeries with these cell
types: nickel cadmium (NiCd), nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), lithium ion (Li-Ion), or lithium polymer (LiPo).
For a complete list of charging pods available for this charger, contact our customer service department at 800-552-0707 x101.
The lightning ash and arrowhead within
the triangle is a warning sign alerng you of
‘dangerous voltage’ inside the product.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
THE ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE INSIDE. REFER ANY SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamaon point within the triangle is
a warning sign alerng you of important
instrucons accompanying the product.
1. Read and follow these instrucons. Heed all warnings. Keep
this user manual for future reference.
2. Do not operate this charger near water or where moisture
is present. Do not operate this charger where it could be ex-
posed to dripping, splashing, or spray from water or other
liquids. Do not place containers with liquids, such as so
drinks or ower vases, on or near the charger. Clean with a
dry cloth.
3. Follow all installaon guidelines. Do not block any venlaon
openings on the charger. Do not place near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, ampliers, or other
devices that produce heat.
4. Only use the power supply provided with this charger. For
safety reasons, do not modify the grounding type plug on
the power cord. The grounding type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. If this plug does not t into your
outlet, consult a qualied electrician for replacement.
5. Protect the power supply and cords from being walked on.
Do not allow the power cord to be pinched or bent at a sharp
angle, parcularly near the wall outlet or where it connects
to the charger.
6. Only use aachments / accessories supplied with this char-
ger or specied by 49er Communicaons.
7. Unplug this charger during lightning storms or when not
used for an extended period of me.
8. Refer all repairs for servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the charger has been damaged in
any way. This includes dropping the charger, spilling liquids
on the charger, causing objects to fall into the charger, exces-
sive wear to the power cord or plug, exposing the charger
to rain or moisture, or when the charger fails to operate in a
normal manner.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Cauon
1. Never charge alkaline or dry cell baeries with this charger. Do not charge NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion, or LiPo baeries unless they are
designed with overcharge protecon.
2. Do not aempt to charge a baery without rst conrming that the appropriate charging pod is installed.
3. Disconnect charger from the power supply before installing, adjusng, removing, or cleaning the charging pod.
4. Use only charging pods and the power supply designed for this charger. Using similar parts available from other manufacturers
may damage the charger or baeries.
5. Make sure the contacts in the charging pod and on the baery are clean, otherwise the baery may not fully charge.
6. Do not allow wire or metal objects to touch contacts in the charging pod or any internal part of the charger.
7. Do not remove the charger’s housing or make any modicaon to the charger.
8. Turn charger o when not in use. The power on / o switch is located on the right side of the charger.
9. Always charge new baeries completely before inial use. Do not charge baeries that have been exposed to excessive heat.
10. Recycle baeries when they can no longer be used. Do not discard unwanted baeries in the trash or incinerate. Baeries ex-
posed to re or excessive heat may explode.
Important Safety Informaon

FOR RECHARGEABLE TWO-WAY RADIO BATTERIES – NiCd / NiMH / Li-Ion / LiPo
SIX-UNIT RAPID CHARGER
Model: PABA1417
USER MANUAL
2
Replacing A Charging Pod
The charging pod is made from quality materials and
designed to provide years of service when properly used.
In most cases, the charging pod will only be replaced when you want
to use the charger with a dierent baery.
Follow these steps to change the charging pod:
1. Obtain a charging pod made specically for this charger. Conrm that the charging pod is compable with the baery you want to
charge.
2. If connected, unplug the power supply from the charger.
3. Turn the locking screw on the boom of the charging pod counter-clockwise unl it no longer holds the pod. Li the charging pod
and the screw from the charging base.
4. Before placing the replacement pod in the charger, make sure the contacts on the boom of the pod are aligned with the contacts
in the charger. Aer the replacement pod is inserted into the charger base, secure with the locking screw. Do not over ghten the
screw.
5. Inspect the charging contacts in the pod to ensure they are clean and unobstructed.
6. Connect the DC plug from the power supply cable to the charger and insert the AC cord into a wall outlet. You are now ready to
charge a baery compable with the charging pod.
Charging A Baery
1. Conrm that the charging pod and baery are compable.
2. Connect the DC plug from the power supply cable to the charger, then insert the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
3. Place baery to be charged in the charging pod. The baery may be charged while aached to the radio. Note: If the baery is
aached to the radio, charging me will be reduced if the radio is powered o.
4. When a baery is placed in the charging pod, the charge status LED will illuminate ORANGE for a short period while the charger
performs a baery diagnosc. Once completed, the charge status LED will change to RED. This indicates the baery is charging.
5. While a baery is charging, the charge status LED will illuminate RED with no ashing. If the charge status LED is RED and ashes,
a fault has been detected. The ash paern represents a specic fault condion. See secon on Fault Condions for details.
6. When the baery is charged to 80% of capacity, the charge status LED will change to GREEN and begin to ash. It is recom-
mended that the baery be charged to at least 80% capacity before use.
7. The charge status LED will illuminate GREEN with no ashing when the baery is fully charged.
8. When a fully charged baery is removed, the status LED may remain illuminated for a few seconds. Allow the charge status LED
to go o before placing another baery in the charging pod.
9. This charger is designed to operate at room temperatures between 15°C and 30°C (59°F – 86°F). Do not charge baeries below
0°C (32°F) or above 45°C (113°F).
Charger Features
1. Power supply.
2. Six-unit rapid charger.
3. Removable charging pod (shown for rst
posion only).
4. Charge status LED (shown for rst
posion only).
5. Power on / o switch.
6. Connecon point for power. 2
1
3
4
5
6
Note: Quick reference
informaon for charge
status LED is located on
front of charger.

FOR RECHARGEABLE TWO-WAY RADIO BATTERIES – NiCd / NiMH / Li-Ion / LiPo
SIX-UNIT RAPID CHARGER
Model: PABA1417
USER MANUAL
3
Fault Condions
When the charge status LED ashes RED, a fault condion exists. There are three dierent ash paerns, each indicang a specic
type of fault. The ash paerns and fault condions are as follows:
Flash Paern Fault Type
Flashes 1 Time Indicates charging complete, but baery is under charged. Baery voltage is below minimum level required.
This warning is provided aer the rapid charging stage is complete.
Flashes 2 Times Indicates baery contact is “open” and current is not passing through the (+) and (-) contacts on the baery.
This warning is provided aer the inial diagnosc stage is complete. Check charging pod to conrm compat-
ibility with baery.
Flashes 3 Times Indicates over-current condion caused by baery short circuit. Have the baery checked by a qualied tech-
nician. Do not aempt charging the baery if a short circuit exists.
Accessories For Charger
For availability and pricing of these accessories, please contact
49er communicaons at 800-552-0707 x101.
Part Number Descripon
CHBA1434 Metal mounng bracket for oce, shop, or in-vehicle
installaons.
CHBA1432 Power supply (included with charger).
PABA1422 Vehicle power adapter for in-vehicle use. Supplies
power to six-unit charger from a 12V or 24V outlet
in a vehicle.
CHBA1414 Hard wire kit for in-vehicle installaons. Supplies
power to the six-unit charger from a vehicle baery or
other 12V / 24V power source.
Specicaons For Six-Unit Charger
Dimensions 510x172x80 mm / 20.1x6.8x3.1 inches
Weight (Charger Only) 2.5 kg / 4.9 lbs.
Power Supply Weight 0.6 kg / 1.3 lbs.
Compable Chemistries NiCd / NiMH / Li-Ion / LiPo
Operang Temperature 15° C – 30° C / 59° F – 86° F
Storage Temperature 0° C – 65° C / 32° F – 149° F
Power Input 100V – 240V AC / 50 – 60Hz / 2.0A
Charger Input 12V – 24V / 4.8A minimum
Charge Rate 700 mA (10.6V-13.5V)
Specicaons subject to change without noce.
Warranty And Service During Warranty
This six-unit rapid charger is made from high quality materials
and designed to provide years of reliable service. The following
warranty applies:
49er Communicaons, Inc. warrants this product to be free from
defects in workmanship and materials for one-year from date of
purchase by the end user. This warranty applies to the original
purchaser and is void if the product has been altered, misused,
damaged, neglected, or if repair is required because of normal
wear and tear. This is the only warranty made by 49er Commu-
nicaons, Inc. In no event will 49er Communicaons, Inc., its af-
liates, subsidiaries, related enes, or their respecve directors,
ocers, or employees, be liable for any damages beyond repair
or replacement as described above, including without limitaon,
indirect, incidental, or consequenal damages. For service under
warranty, return the product along with dated proof of purchase
to the reseller where purchased or to 49er Communicaons. If
returning directly to 49er Communicaons follow these instruc-
ons:
1. Call 800-552-0707 x101 to obtain a return authorizaon
number. Returns will not be accepted without this number.
2. Send to 49er Communicaons - Warranty Service Department,
361 Railroad Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959. For your
protecon, we recommend you obtain proof of delivery for
your shipment.
3. Include with your charger, dated proof of purchase, your name
and dayme telephone number, and return address (street
address only; return shipments cannot be made to a P.O. Box).
4. All items sent become the property of 49er Communicaons
and will not be returned.
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