ALDI AEC 20 - 4.0Ib User manual

CHARGER 4.0 A
AEC 20 - 4.0Ib
User Manual
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User-friendly
Manual
Original instructions

Dok./Rev.-Nr. 196910_20190108
Contents
Overview ......................................................................... 3
Use.................................................................................... 4
Package contents/device parts ..................................... 6
General information ........................................................7
Reading and storing the user manual............................7
Explanation of symbols .....................................................7
Safety............................................................................... 9
Proper use........................................................................... 9
Safety instructions............................................................. 9
First use ..........................................................................15
Checking the charger and package contents............. 15
Charging the rechargeable battery..............................16
Cleaning and care .......................................................... 17
Storage ...........................................................................19
Troubleshooting ............................................................19
Technical data ............................................................... 20
Disposal .......................................................................... 21
Disposing of the packaging............................................ 21
Disposing of the charger ................................................. 21
Declaration of Conformity .............................................22

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Package contents⁄device parts
1Battery slot
2Mains cord
3Charger
4Status indicator
5Lock
6Contacts

General information
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General information
Reading and storing the user manual
This user manual accompanies the Charger 4.0 A
(from now on simply referred to as “charger”). It
contains important information about setting up and
using the device.
Before using the charger, read the user manual carefully. This
particularly applies to the safety instructions. Failure to follow
this user manual may result in serious injury or damage to the
charger.
The user manual is based on the standards and rules in force
in the European Union. When abroad, you must also observe
country-specific guidelines and laws.
Store the user manual for future use. Make sure to include this
user manual when passing the charger on to third parties.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols and signal words are used in this user
manual, on the charger or on the packaging.
WARNING!
This signal symbol/word designates a hazard with a moderate
degree of risk which may lead to death or severe injury if not
avoided.
NOTICE!
This signal word warns against potential damages to property.

General information
8
This symbol provides you with useful information
about using the device.
T3.15A
The charger complies with protection class II.
Products marked with this symbol may only be
operated indoors.
Fuse (slow-blow)
Direct voltage.
Important! Read the user manual for the charger.
Declaration of Conformity (see “Declaration of
Con-formity” section): Products marked with this
sym-bol meet all applicable Community
regulations for the European Economic Area.

Safety
9
Safety
Proper use
The charger is designed exclusively for charging Activ Energy®
batteries (see technical data).
It is intended for private use only and is not suitable for
commercial purposes.
Use the charger only as described in this user manual. Any
other use is considered improper and may result in damage to
property.
The manufacturer or vendor accepts no liability for damage
caused by improper or incorrect use.
Safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!
A faulty electrical installation or excessive
mainsvoltagemayresultinanelectricshock.
− Connect the charger only if the mains
voltage of the socket corresponds to the
specification on the nameplate.
− Only connect the charger to an easily
accessible socket so that you can quickly
disconnect the charger from the mains
supply in case of a failure.

Safety
10
− Do not operate the charger if it is visibly
damaged or if the mains cord or mains
plug is defective.
− If the mains cord of the charger is
damaged, to avoid risks it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its After
Sales Support or a person with similar
qualifications.
− Do not open the casing; always have a
qualified professional to carry out any
repairs. Contact a qualified workshop
for this. Liability and warranty claims
are waived in the event of repairs
performed by the user, improper
connection or incorrect operation.
− Only parts that comply with the original
device data may be used for repairs.
This charger contains electrical and
mechanical parts that are essential for
providing protection against sources of
danger.
− Do not operate the charging device with
an external timer or a separate remote
control system.

Safety
11
− Do not immerse the charger, the mains
cord or mains plug in water or other
liquids.
− Never touch the mains plug with wet
hands.
− Never pull the mains plug out of the
socket by the mains cord; instead,
always do so by taking hold of the mains
plug.
− Never use the mains cord as a carrying
handle.
− Keep the charger, mains plug and mains
cord away from open flames and hot
surfaces.
− Lay the mains cord in such a way that it
does not pose a tripping hazard.
− Do not kink the mains cord and do not
lay it over sharp edges.
− Only use the charger in indoor areas.
Never operate the charger in wet rooms
or in the rain.
− Never store the charger such that it
is at risk of falling into a bath tub or
washbasin.

Safety
12
− Never reach to retrieve an electrical
device that has fallen into water. In such
a case, immediately disconnect the
mains plug from the socket.
− Make sure that children do not insert
any objects into the charger.
− Always switch the charger off and pull
the mains plug out of the socket when
you are not using the charger, cleaning
it or in the event of a fault.
− Never charge non-rechargeable
batteries. Failure to heed this notice will
result in risks.
WARNING!
Danger for children and persons with
impaired physical, sensory or mental
capacities (e.g. partially disabled
persons, older persons with reduced
physical and mental capacities) or lack
of experience and knowledge (e.g. older
children).
− This charger may be used by children
aged eight and over, by persons with

Safety
13
impaired physical, sensory or mental
capacities or those lacking experience
and knowledge only if they are
supervised or have been instructed in
how to use the charger safely and have
understood the risks associated with
operating it. Children must not play
with the charger. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be performed by
unsupervised children.
− Keep children under eight years of age
away from the charger and connector
cable.
− Do not leave the charger unattended
while in operation.
− Do not let children play with the
packaging. Children may get caught in it
when playing and suffocate.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the charger may result
in damage to the charger.

Safety
14
− Place the charger on an easily
accessible, level, dry, heat-resistant and
sufficiently stable surface. Do not place
the charger on the edge of the surface.
− Avoid letting heat build up by not
placing the charger right next to a wall
or under a wall cupboard or similar.
Vapour emitted from the device may
damage furniture.
− Never place the charger on or near hot
surfaces (e.g. stovetops).
− Ensure that the mains cord does not
come into contact with hot parts.
− Never expose the charger to high
temperatures (heaters, etc.) or to the
influence of weather (rain, etc.).
− Never fill the charger with liquids.
− Never immerse the charger in water or
use a steam cleaner to clean the device.
Otherwise, the charger may become
damaged.
− Never place the charger in a dishwasher.
Doing so would destroy the device.

First use
15
− Stop using the charger if any plastic
parts on it exhibit cracks or deformation.
Replace damaged parts only with
compatible original spare parts.
First use
Checking the charger and package
contents
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
If you are not cautious when opening the
packaging with a sharp knife or other
pointed object, you may quickly damage
the charger.
− Be very careful when opening the
packaging.
1. Take the charger out of the packaging.
2. Check to make sure that the delivery is complete
(see Fig.A).
3. Check whether the charger or the individual parts are
damaged. If this is the case, do not use the charger. Contact
the manufacturer at the service address specified on the
warranty card.

First use
16
Charging the rechargeable battery
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Charging the battery improperly may cause
damage to both the battery and the charger.
− Charge the battery at an ambient
temperature between 4°C and 40°C.
The ideal temperature for charging the
battery is approx. 23°C.
− Charge the rechargeable battery when
the level indicator shows the battery
level is low.
• The charger automatically recognises the
connected battery type (20V or 20V (×2)
battery).
• Observe the charging temperature (see
chapter “Technical data”).
1. Insert the battery (not included in the packaging) into the
battery slot 1on the charger 3until it reaches the
lock 5(see Fig. C and D).
When inserting the battery, ensure that the contacts 6
on the charger slide into the designated contact grooves
on the battery and that the guiderails on the battery’s
sides slide into the grooves on the charger (see Fig. B).

Cleaning and care
17
2. Connect the charger to a properly installed socket only.
The status indicator 4on the charger shows the current
status of the battery and charger (see chapter “Status
indicators on the charger”).
3. Unplug the charger from the mains socket once the battery
has been fully charged.
4. Slide the battery towards the mains cord 2to remove it
from the charger.
If a problem occurs during the charging process, disconnect
the charger from the mains supply.
Status indicators on the charger
• LED lights up green: Operating voltage reached/
charging process completed
• LED flashes green: Battery is charging
• LED flashes red: Error while charging
• LED lights up red: Temperature warning
Cleaning and care
WARNING!
Risk of burns!
The charger will heat up during use.
− Always let the charger cool off
completely before you clean it.

Cleaning and care
18
NOTICE!
Risk of short circuit!
Water or other liquids that have penetrated
the housing may cause a short circuit.
− Never submerge the charger in water or
other liquids.
− Make sure that no water or any other
liquids get into the casing.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the charger may result
in damage.
− Do not use any aggressive cleaners,
brushes with metal or nylon bristles, or
sharp or metallic cleaning utensils such
as knives, hard scrapers and the like.
They could damage the surfaces.
− Never place the charger in a dishwasher.
Doing so would destroy the device.

Storage
19
1. Before cleaning, pull the mains plug out of the socket.
2. Allow the charger 3to cool off completely.
3. Wipe the charger with a damp cloth. Then let all parts dry
completely.
Storage
All parts must be completely dry before being stored.
− Always store the charger 3in a dry place.
− Protect the charger from direct sunlight.
− Store the charger out of reach of children, securely locked
away and at a temperature of between 5°C and 20°C
(room temperature).
Troubleshooting
Error
indication
Possible causes Solutions
LED flashes
red
The charger is
defective.
Contact a qualified work-
shop for repair.
The battery is
defective.
Stop using the battery and
replace it.
LED lights
up red
You are attempting
to charge the battery
outside the permit-
ted temperature
range.
Adhere to the temperature
limits when charging the
battery.

Technical data
20
Technical data
Article number:
Model:
Model number:
Rated input power:
Rated output power:
98645
AEC 20 - 4.0Ib
WU5900543
220 - 240 V~/ 50 Hz/ 96 W
21 V / 4.0 A
Compatible with the following
Activ Energy® batteries: 20 V / 36Wh/ li-ion
rechargeable battery
20 V (×2)/ 90 Wh/ li-ion
rechargeable battery
Charging time: 20 V / 36 Wh = approx.
45 min.
20 V (×2)/ 90 Wh = approx.
95 min.
Charging temperature: 4 to 40°C
Weight: 500 g
Dimensions (W ×D× H): 17.2 × 11.4 × 7.6 cm