Common Sense RC Lectron Pro Power Mini User manual

INTRODUCTION
OPERATION
The Power Mini comes with the power supply built in. You can connect the AC Power cord to an AC
socket (100-240V AC) directly.
Select the proper charging current (1A/2A/3A/4A) by pressing the “A” button.
Hold the “A” button for 2 seconds, and the charger will start charging. The charge status LED will
glow to indicate charging is in progress.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Charging LiPo/LiFe/LiHV Battery
Example:
Select Battery Type
Select Charging Current
Balance Port
Charge Port
AC 100-240V
Power Jack
Battery Type Indicator
Battery Type
Button
Amp Amount
Current Switch
Current & Capacity
LED Status Indicator
TO 100-240V AC
Socket
CAUTION:
LiPo
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
EXPLANATION OF LED STATUS
25% ≤ Capacity < 50%
75% ≤ Capacity < 100%
50% ≤ Capacity < 75%
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25% LED ashing
50% LED ashing
75% LED ashing
Capacity<25%
100% LED ashing
Connect the battery’s balance connector to the
balance port, which is on the front side of the
charger. Then connect the battery’s main (red &
black) leads to the charge port. Select the
battery type that matches your battery by
pressing the “BATT” button.
WARNING! It is crucial to select the correct battery type setting. Selecting the incorrect
battery type may result in battery damage and major fire hazard!
Place battery inside a fire resistant container like a LiPo safe and on a fire resistance surface
before charging.
The charge current varies from 1A (1000mA) to 4A
(4000mA). The recommended charge rate is 1C for
LiPo/LiHV/LiFe, and 0.5C for NiMH. 1C means: charge
current = battery’s capacity
Thank you for choosing the Lectron Pro Power Mini AC balance charger. This unit is simple to use but its
operation does require some knowledge on the part of the user. Please read this entire operating manual
completely and attentively before using this product, as it covers a wide range of information on
operating and safety.
The Power Mini is an economical, high quality 100-240V AC balance charger, designed for charging
LiPo, LiFe, and LiHV batteries from 2-4 cells in balance mode. It can charge 6-8S NiMH batteries also.
The circuit power is 50W and max charge current can reach 4A. There are four kinds of charge current
that can be selected: 1A/2A/3A/4A. You must select the proper charge current according to the battery's
capacity.
7)
Current is the charging
speed
Insert the AC power cord into the charger.
Please refer to following steps to charge the battery:
1)
Insert the AC cord into a wall socket (100-
240V). The battery type LED (default LiPo) and
the charge current LED (default 2A) will glow
constant white.
2)
POWER MINI
WARNING!
It is crucial to select the
correct battery type setting.
Selecting the incorrect battery
type may result in battery
damage and major fire hazard!
4)
WARNING! Never leave batteries and charger unattended during charging.
This diagram shows the
correct way to connect
your battery to the Power
Mini charger while
charging. Failure to
connect as shown in this
diagram can damage this
charger and result in a fire
hazard
When the battery is fully charged, the charge status LEDs will glow constant WHITE. Then,
disconnect the components in the following order:
1) Disconnect the charger from the wall outlet
2) Disconnect the battery from the charger
3) Disconnect the AC power cord from the charger
» Never leave charger or battery unattended during use.
» Never charge batteries overnight.
» Never attempt to charge a LiPo/LiHV battery that has been discharged below
3.0V on any cell.
» Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing cells of
different chemistries.
» Never charge batteries in extremely hot (over 100°F) or cold (under 32°F)
places or in direct sunlight.
» Never charge a battery if the leads have been pinched or shorted.
» Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted.
» Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger.
» Always use only rechargeable LiPo/LiHV/LiFe/NiMH batteries designed for
use with this type of charger.
» Always inspect the battery before charging to check for damage or swelling.
» Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by heat.
» Always monitor the charging area and have fire extinguisher available at all times.
» Always end the charging process if the battery becomes warm to the touch or
begins to swell.
» Always disconnect the battery after charging and let the charger cool
between charges.
» Always charge in a well-ventilated area.
» If product malfunctions, discontinue usage and contact Common Sense RC
toll-free at 866-405-8811.
» Never attempt to charge dead or damaged battery packs, or battery packs that
have been exposed to moisture.
» Always charge batteries on a non-flammable surface and inside a
fire-resistant container such as a Common Sense RC Lipo Safe Bag.
» Never use a charger that has been in any way altered, damaged, or
exposed to moisture.
» Always charge batteries at least five feet of any flammable object.
(e.g. carpet, curtains, furniture, wood, flammable liquids, etc)
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become
familiar with the features of the product before beginning
use. Failure to operate the product correctly, to exercise
caution while using this product, and to comply with the
following warnings can result in damage to the product,
personal property, or cause serious injury.
NiMH instructions are on page 4
The balance port is required for LiPo/ LiHV/LiFe batteries, but not NiMH batteries
For a 2200mAh LiPo Battery: 1C = 2200mA
(2.2A) charge current. You can choose 2A
current to charge the battery.
For a 2800mAh LiPo Battery: 1C = 2800mA
(2.8A) charge current. You can choose 3A
to charge the battery
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LIABILITY EXCLUSION
CONFORMITY DECLARATION
FCC-SDOC FCC Part 15B
Title 47 Telecommunication
PART 15 - RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES
Subpart B - Unintentional Radiators
Conform
- 6 -
EN 60335-1: 2012
+A11: 2014
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety -
Part 1: General requirements
Keep the charger well away from dust, rain, heat, direct sunshine and vibration. Never drop it.
Never charge batteries on wood, cloth, carpet or on any other flammable material.
During charging, the charger must be placed in a well ventilated area.
This charger is designed and built exclusively for RC Batteries. The allowable AC input voltage is
100~240V AC.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 14 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the US.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustain able reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the
return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this
product for environmental safe recycling.
This symbol means that you must dispose of electrical from the general household waste when it reaches
the end of its useful life. Take your charger to your local waste collection point or recycling centre.
The Power Mini satisfies all relevant and mandatory CE directives and FCC Part 15 Subpart B: 2016.
For EC directives:
The product has been tested to meet the following technical standards:
Conform
Conform
Conform
CE-EMC
Test Standards Title Result
Conform
EN60335-2-29
CE-LVD
Household and similar electrical appliances –. Safety –.
Part 2-29: Particular requirements for battery chargers.
Conform
EN61000-3-3: 2013
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-3: Limitation
of voltage supply systems for equipment with rated
current ≤16 A.
EN61000-3-2: 2014
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –
Part 3-2: – Limits for harmonic current emissions (equipment
input current up to and incelding 16 A per phase)
EN55014-1: 2006+
A1: 2009+A2: 2011
Electromagnetic compatibility – Requirements for
household appliances, electric tools and similar
apparatus –Part 1: Emission
EN55014-2: 1997+
A1: 2001+A2: 2008
Electromagnetic compatibility – Requirements for
household appliances, electric tools and similar
apparatus –Part 2: Immunity Product Family Standard
Conform
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS
AC Input
Battery Type
Cell Count
Charge Current
Cell Terminate Voltage
Circuit Power
Current Drain for Balancing
Dimension
Weight
100-240V
LiPo/LiFe/LiHV/NiMH
LiPo/LiFe/LiHV: 2-4S
NiMH: 6-8S
1A/2A/3A/4A ± 10%
LiPo: 4.2V ± 0.02V / LiFe: 3.6V ± 0.02V
LiHV: 4.35V ± 0.02V / NiMH: -△V
50W
300mA
110x70x40mm
191g
LED Blinking Pattern Error
All LEDs flash white ONCE and
stop 2 seconds in cycle
All LEDs flash white TWICE and
stop 2 seconds in cycle
All LEDs flash white THREE TIMES
and stop 2 seconds in cycle
Voltage of one cell in the battery pack is too high or too low
Connection error in Balance port
Connection error in Main port
8) Charging NiMH Battery
1. Connect the battery’s main (red and black) charge lead to the charge port, which is in the front
side of the charger.
2. Select the battery type “NiMH” by pressing the “BATT” button.
3. Select the proper charging current 1A/2A/3A/4A by pressing the “A” button.
4. Press and hold “A" button for 2 seconds to start charging. The charge status LED will glow to
indicate charging is in progress.
5. During the charging process, the capacity indicator LEDs will light up in sequence.
6. When the battery is fully charged, the capacity indicator LEDs will glow constant white.
Always make sure you are charging NiMH batteries in NiMH mode. Charging Lithium
batteries in NiMH mode can lead to fire, personal injury, and property damage
WARNING:
This charger includes a 1-year warranty that will cover the
cost of replacing or repairing the unit in the event of any
manufacturing defects. The warranty does not include any
damage that may arise from improper use
or user negligence. This includes:
» Failure to read and follow instructions
» Improper use of the product (abusive use, out of spec. etc.)
» Overloading, overheating (desoldering, melting, etc.)
» Using in inadequate conditions (damage or rust from rain, humidity, etc.)
» Improper maintenance (presence of dirt, etc.)
» Disassembly or modification by the user
» Exposure to moisture
» Physical damage sustained by dropping, throwing, or smashing the unit
This charger is designed and approved exclusively for use with the types of battery stated in this
Instruction Manual. Common Sense RC accepts no liability of any kind if the charger is used for
any purpose other than that stated. We are unable to ensure that you follow the instructions supplied
with the charger, and we have no control over the methods you employ for using, operating, and
maintaining the device. For this reason, we are obliged to deny all liability for loss, damage, or costs
which are incurred due to the incompetent or incorrect use and operation of our products, or which are
connected with such operation in any way. Unless otherwise prescribed by law, our obligation to pay
compensation, regardless of the legal argument employed, is limited to the invoice value of those
Common Sense RC products which were immediately and directly involved in the event in which the
damage occured
If your LiPo/LiHV battery won't be used for one week or longer, it should be stored at
approximately 50% charged. Storing a lipo battery either fully charged or discharged
will lead to internal damage and dramatically shorten battery life.
1) After the lipo battery has been discharged, begin charging the LiPo/LiHV following
the battery charging Instructions. Observe the charger carefully to watch for battery to
reach storage charge level.
2) Once the 50% LED is on solid and the 75% LED is blinking, the battery will be at an
appropriate storage charge level. At this point, disconnect the AC plug from the wall
outlet, then disconnect the battery from the charger.
3) Store your lipo battery in a fire resistant container such as a Lipo Safe bag.
Never leave the charger unattended when it is connected to a wall outlet. If any malfunction is found, STOP
THE PROCESS AT ONCE.