Black & Decker PIUSB User manual

5 WATT USB
PERSONAL ELECTRONICS CHARGER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL APPLIANCES
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating
product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Don’t use
appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t use appliances in
the rain.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a
distance from work area.
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• STORE IDLE APPLIANCES INDOORS. When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or
locked-up place – out of reach of children.
• DON’T FORCE APPLIANCE. It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it
was designed.
• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the appliance for
any job except that for which it is intended.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves
and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
• USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY
EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields, complying with applicable safety standards
and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the
work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves,
safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or
required. Safety glasses or the like are available at extra
cost at your local dealer or Black & Decker Service Center.
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• DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry appliance by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat,
oil, and sharp edges.
• TO REDUCE RISK OF DAMAGE to the product, pull
by the connector rather than a cord when
disconnecting charger.
. DO NOT OPERATE charger with damaged cord or
cigarette lighter connector - replace it immediately.
• DISCONNECT APPLIANCES. Disconnect the appliance
from the power supply when not in use, before servicing,
and when changing accessories such as blades and the
like.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry
plugged-in appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch
is off when plugging in.
• PROPER COOLING is essential when operating the
charger. Do not place the unit near the vehicle’s heat vent
or in direct sunlight.
• ELECTRICAL FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be
used. Receptacles are available having built in electrical
fault circuit INTERRUPTER protection and may be used for
this measure of safety.
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• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use
of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use
with this appliance could be hazardous. Note: Refer to the
accessory section of this manual for further details.
• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
• DO NOT OPERATE charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this
instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by
authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not
turn it on and off.
• DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools near flammable
liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in
these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite
fumes.
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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. When using tools or
equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper
operation, maintenance or modification of tools or
equipment could result in serious injury and property
damage. There are certain applications for which tools
and equipment are designed. Black & Decker strongly
recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or
used for any application other than for which it was
designed. Read and understand all warnings and
operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK:
• Do not make any electrical connections or
disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION
PROTECTED. This includes DC cigarette lighter type
plug connection. This unit is NOT approved for ignition
protected areas.
• NEVER immerse the unit in water or any other liquid, or
use when wet.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the USB outlets.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE:
• Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes or gases.
• DO NOT expose to extreme heat or flames.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• Remove plug from 12V DC accessory outlet before
working on the charger.
• DO NOT attempt to connect or set up the unit or its
components while operating your vehicle. Not paying
attention to the road may result in a serious accident.
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• Always use the charger where there is adequate
ventilation. Do not block ventilation slots.
• ALWAYS turn the charger OFF by disconnecting it from
the DC accessory outlet when not in use.
• Make sure the nominal powering voltage is 12 volts DC,
center connection positive (+).
• When using this unit in a vehicle, check the vehicle owner's
manual for maximum power rating and recommended output.
Do not install in engine compartment — install in a well
ventilated area.
• Do not use with positive ground electrical systems.
*Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse
and may cause permanent damage to the charger and will
void warranty.
*The majority of modern automobiles, RVs and trucks are
negative ground.
• Do not open the charger — there are no
user-serviceable parts inside.
• Do not use this charger with medical devices. It is not
tested for medical applications.
• Keep away from children. This is not a toy!
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• Install and operate unit only as described in this
Instruction Manual.
• Do not use this charger on a watercraft. It is not
qualified for marine applications.
• Read And Understand This Instruction Manual Before
Using This Unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE 5 WATT USB
PERSONAL ELECTRONIC CHARGER MODEL PIUSB.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
• Follow these instructions and those published by battery
manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use with this unit. Review cautionary markings
on these products and on engine.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the PIUSB 5 watt USB
Personal Electronics Charger. This charger can be
used to operate personal electronics and mobile office
equipment, such as: MP3 players, cell phones, PDAs,
and more.
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Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before use
to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to
this product.
FEATURES
• 5 watts continuous output*
• Two - 5 volt DC USB Charging Ports
• Bi-color Power/Fault LED Indicator
• Compact, efficient and quiet
• Protective Outlet Cover
• Electronic circuit protection prevents damage due to
overload/insufficient ventilation (overheat condition)
• Low-battery shutdown
*Refer to the “Specifications” section
HOW THIS CHARGER WORKS
Your Black & Decker USB charger is designed to convert
12 Vdc to 5 Vdc. It allows the 12 Vdc in an automobile to
supply 5 Vdc power to operate equipment that is normally
supplied from a USB power source. The charging cable
specifically designed for the electronic device being
charged is required. May not work for all electronic
devices. This product is intended for consumer use only.
Note: Some mobile phone leads do not allow charging
from a standard USB port, check with the mobile phone
manufacturer.
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Controls and Functions
1.) USB Charging Port x 2
2.) USB cover
3.) Power/Fault LED Indicator
4.) 12 Volt DC Vehicle Adapter Plug
CAUTION:
Rechargeable Devices
If there is any sign that your appliance is behaving
differently to that when connected to the normal power
source then unplug and seek advice from your appliance
manufacturer.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Power source requirements
The power source must provide 12 Vdc and must
be able to supply the necessary current to operate
the load.
WARNING: The charger must be connected only to
batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 Volts. The
appliance will not operate from a 6 Volt battery and will
sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 Volt bat-
tery.
The Power/Fault LED Indicator lights green when the
charger is properly connected to a functioning DC power
source. The USB outlets are ready to use. (If the
Power/Fault LED Indicator lights red, refer to the
Troubleshooting Section of this Instruction Manual.)
To turn the unit off, disconnect it from the 12 volt DC
power source.
Always connect the charger to the 12 volt DC power
source before plugging any devices into the unit.
The USB outlets allow simultaneous operation of two
devices. Simply plug the equipment into the unit and
operate normally.
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Note: Do not attach a USB extender to this unit to allow
additional items to be added.
To prevent damage, the unit will shut down if it is over-
loaded. To restart the unit you must remove it from the
power source, wait for a few seconds and then re-insert
the unit into the power source.
Operation of the USB Charging Ports
The tip of the plug is
positive (+) and the side
contact is negative (-).
1. Unfold the 12 Vdc accessory
plug (4) from the body of
the stick to one of the
preset positions (figure A).
2. Connect the unit to a
vehicle’s accessory outlet or
other 12 volt DC power
source. Make sure there is
adequate space for proper
ventilation of the charger.
3. Rotate the unit slightly to
make sure there is good
contact.
A
4
B
3
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4. The Power/Fault LED Indicator (3) will light green, indi-
cating a proper connection. If the Power/Fault LED
Indicator lights red, a Fault condition exists. Refer to
the Troubleshooting Section of this Instruction Manual.
5. If the charger does not work, make sure the
ignition/accessory outlet is powering the accessory
outlet. Some vehicles require the ignition switch to be
turned on.
6. Lift the USB cover
(2) to allow access
to one or both of
the USB ports (1).
7. Plug the
USB-powered
device into the
USB Charging
Port and operate
normally.
Note: You can operate two USB devices simultaneously.
Notes: This charger does not support data
communication. It only provides
5 volts/500mA DC power to an external
USB-powered device.
Remember to disconnect the unit from
any power source when it is not in use.
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Protective Features
The charger monitors the following conditions:
Low Battery Voltage — This condition is not harmful to
the charger, but could damage the power source, so the
inverter will automatically shut down when input voltage
drops below 10.5 +/- 0.5 volts DC. The charger will
automatically reset when the voltage improves to 11.5V.
Overload/Short Circuit Protection — The charger will
automatically shut down when a short circuit occurs. A
reverse polarity or short circuit condition may cause
external or internal fuses to open and may cause
irreversible damage to the appliance
Notes: The Power/Fault LED Indicator will light
red to indicate a Fault condition before
automatic shutdown occurs.
If unit shuts down, to restart it you must
remove it from the power source, wait for
a few seconds and then re-insert the unit
into the power source.
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Operating Tips
The charger should only be operated in locations that are:
DRY — Do not allow water or other liquids to come into
contact with the charger.
COOL — Surrounding air temperature should ideally
be 10-20°C (50-68°F). Keep the charger away from direct
sunlight, when possible.
WELL-VENTILATED — Keep the area surrounding the
charger clear to ensure free air circulation around the
unit. Do not place items on or over the charger during
operation. The unit will shut down if the internal
temperature gets too hot.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Storage
1. Ideal storage temperature range is 0-40°C (32-104°F).
2. Store and use the charger in a cool, dry place with
adequate ventilation for all-around air circulation.
3. Avoid locations that are exposed to heating units,
radiators, direct sunlight, or excessive humidity or
dampness.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Power/Fault LED Indicator Lights Green
If the green LED indicator (3) is not lit:
• check that all the DC connections are connected correctly.
• check the tightness of the DC connection
NOTE: Make sure that your accessory outlet is “live”. You
may need to turn the ignition key to the accessory position.
Power/Fault LED Indicator Lights Red
When the Power/Fault LED Indicator turns from green
(indicating the unit is powered) to red, a fault condition is
present and the unit will automatically shut down. See the
Protective Features Section of this Instruction Manual and
Common Power Output Problems in the following section.
Common Power Output Problems
Possible Causes Recommendations
Battery voltage Recharge battery or check
below 10.5 volts DC power supply.
Equipment being operated Reduce load to maximum
draws too much power 5 watts. Although this unit
has two outlets, some phones
and PDAS can take 5 watts
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from a single outlet.
Connecting another device to
the second outlet in this case
will cause the charger
to shut down.
Chager in thermal Allow charger to cool down
shutdown condition Ensure there is adequate
ventilation around the unit,
and the load is no
more than 5 watts for
continuous operation.
Replacing the fuse in the DC plug.
• Remove the cap by turning it counter clockwise.
• Remove the cap and pin.
• Remove the fuse.
• Fit a new fuse of the same type and size (1.6A)
• Refit the cap and pin.
• Tighten the cap by turning clockwise onto the plug.
SERVICE INFORMATION
All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel
to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.
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Black & Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory
replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you.
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years
against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective
product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the
product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided
that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made
within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges
(usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be
required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return
policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a
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This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which
vary from state to state or province to province. Should you
have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black
& Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for
commercial use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Output Power: 5 watts
continuous
DC Input: 12 Volts DC
USB Charging Port Output: 5 volts DC
500mA (x2)
Fuse: 1.6 amp internal
fuse
Efficiency: >70%
Low Voltage Shutdown: <10.5 ± 0.5 volts
input voltage
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Operating Temperature: 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Storage Temperature: 0-40°C (32-104°F)
Operating/Relative Humidity: 5-95%
non-condensing