LEAB CHAMP 12 V User manual

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USER MANUAL
VERSION 5
13/07/2021
CHARGER
CHAMP 12 V
LEAB Automotive GmbH Thorshammer 6 24866 Busdorf

Table of contents
1 About this Manual................................................................................................................ 3
2 Safety......................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Intended Use............................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Foreseeable Misuse.................................................................................................. 6
3 About this product............................................................................................................... 6
4 Technical specifications..................................................................................................... 7
5 Package contents.................................................................................................................. 16
6 Charging characteristic....................................................................................................... 16
7 Assembly.................................................................................................................................. 18
8 Installation.............................................................................................................................. 18
8.1 Battery connection................................................................................................... 18
8.2 Connection to the 230 V mains supply............................................................. 19
8.3 Connection to the 115 V mains supply............................................................. 19
9 Operation................................................................................................................................. 19
9.1 LED status display..................................................................................................... 19
9.2 Charging the battery................................................................................................ 20
9.3 Charging the battery................................................................................................ 20
9.4 Temperature sensor................................................................................................. 20
10 Maintenance........................................................................................................................... 21
11 Disposal.................................................................................................................................... 21
12 EU Declaration of Conformity.......................................................................................... 21
13 Appendix .................................................................................................................................. 22
13.1 Information on outdoor use of the PowerSystem 12/24 V...................... 22
13.2 MagCodePowerPort installation instructions................................................ 23
13.3 MagCodePowerClip assembly instructions..................................................... 23
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1 About this Manual
Read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place. This manual is aimed at
Skilled workers in the field of automotive electrics.
Any modifications to the product or its components are prohibited and do not
conform to its intended use. Only use original LEAB or LEAB-approved ac-
cessories.
Throughout the manual, you will be alerted to warnings and safety notices
about potential hazards associated with handling the device. The colours and
signal words indicate the severity of the hazard:
Notice
Possibility of material damage
The signal word Attention indicates that there is a possibility of
material damage. To avoid material damage, follow the
instruction.
CAUTION
Danger that can lead to minor injuries
Safety instructions with the signal word CAUTION indicate a
hazard which, if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate
injury. Read the safety instructions carefully and follow them to
avoid the hazard.
WARNING
Hazards that can lead to severe injuries or death
Safety instructions with the signal word WARNING indicate a
hazard which, if not avoided, can result in death or severe injury.
Read the safety instructions carefully and follow them to avoid
the hazard.
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DANGER
Danger that will lead to severe injury or death
Safety instructions with the signal word Danger indicate a hazard
which, if not avoided, will result in death or severe injury. Read
the safety instructions carefully and follow them to avoid the
hazard.
You will find useful tips and tricks in certain parts of the manual. These ap-
pear as follows:
TIP
Tips provides additional, useful information.
Read the tip carefully and follow the instructions where
applicable.
2 Safety
This manual will help you to handle the device safely. Use the device solely in
accordance with its intended use. Observe the safety instructions.
The charger is a trickle and battery charger for permanent installation in
vehicles. This charger can be used to charge all types ofLead-acid batteries
(wet, gel, AGM).
Any modifications to the device or its components are prohibited and do not
conform to its intended use. Keep this manual is a place where it can be ac-
cessed quickly.
2.1 Intended Use
The charger is designed for permanent installation in vehicles with 12 or 24 V
on-board power systems for charging Lead-acid batteries (wet, gel, AGM). It is
suitable for charging and trickle charging auxiliary batteries. The device is de-
signed for a temperature range of -30 °C ... 60 °C. Do not charge batteries with
this charger outside the specified temperature range. At higher temperatures,
the output power of the charger automatically decreases.
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WARNING
Risk of fire from overheated battery
Flammable gases can escape if the battery overheats.
1. Always charge batteries in well-ventilated rooms and away
from ignition sources.
WARNING
Risk of injury from damaged, frozen or deformed batteries
Damaged, frozen or deformed batteries can cause injuries.
1. Before using the battery, make sure that the battery is un-
damaged and the electrolyte is not frozen.
WARNING
Burns from escaping acid
Acid can leak out when handling batteries.
1. Wear acid-proof clothing when handling batteries.
Notice
Device defects from incorrect installation
Incorrect installation can result in device defects.
1. Install the device in a dry and cool location.
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2.2 Foreseeable Misuse
The charger is designed for permanent installation in vehicles. Do not mount
the device outside the vehicle. Only charge lead-acid batteries (wet, gel/AGM)
and traction batteries with this charger.
The negative lead of the charger may contain a temperature sensor, do not
shorten or lengthen the lead under any circumstances.
Never pinch the leads of the charger to avoid damage. In the event of damage,
unplug the charger immediately and contact your dealer or LEAB.
3 About this product
The Champ charger is a trickle and battery charger designed for permanent in-
stallation in vehicles. With its pre-programmed and fixed charging character-
istic, all types of Lead-acid batteries (wet, gel, AGM) can be charged with this
charger.
1
2
3
4
Fig.1: Champ Charger
1 AC cable 2 DC cable
3 Mounting hole 4 LED status display
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4 Technical specifications
Part no.
0101033810 Part no. 0101033811 Part no. 0101033813
Modell Champ 1217 Champ 1217 Champ 1217
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (wet) Lead (gel/AGM)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 17 A 17 A 17 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.1 V 14.4 V
Trickle charging 13.8 V 13.5 V 13.8 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor Yes Yes No
AC cable 1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug 1.5 m, two-pin earthed plug 1.5 m, two-pin earthed plug
DC cable 1.5 m, ring ter-
minal, M8 1.5 m, ring ter- minal, M8 Open
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
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Part no.
0101033810 Part no. 0101033811 Part no. 0101033813
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C
Protection class I I I
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.4 kg 1.4 kg
Part no.
0101033819 Part no. 0101933826 Part no. 0101033820
Modell Champ 1217 Champ 1217 Champ 1217
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (wet) Lead (wet)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 17 A 17 A 17 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.1 V 14.1 V
Trickle charging 13.8 V 13.5 V 13.5 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor Yes No Yes
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Part no.
0101033819 Part no. 0101933826 Part no. 0101033820
AC cable 0.2 m; DEFA 1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug 0.2 m; DEFA
DC cable 1.5 m, ring ter-
minal, M8 1.5 m, open 1.5 m, ring ter- minal, M8
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C
Protection class I I I
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.4 kg 1.4 kg
Part no.
0101033825 Part no. 0101033826 Part no. 0101033828
Modell Champ 1217 Champ 1217 Champ 1217
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (wet) Lead (gel/AGM)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 17 A 17 A 17 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.1 V 14.4 V
Trickle charging 13.8 V 13.5 V 13.8 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
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Part no.
0101033825 Part no. 0101033826 Part no. 0101033828
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor Yes Yes Yes
AC cable 1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug 1.5 m, two-pin earthed plug 1.5 m, two-pin earthed plug
DC cable 4.0 m, MagCode
Pro PowerSystems 4.0 m, MagCode Pro PowerSystems 4.0 m, MagCode Pro PowerSystems
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C
Protection class I I I
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.4 kg 1.4 kg
Part no.
0101033829 Part no. 0101033830 Part no. 0101933825
Modell Champ 1217 Champ 1217 Champ 1217
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (gel/AGM)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 17 A 17 A 17 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.4 V 14.4 V
Trickle charging 13.8 V 13.8 V 13.8 V
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Part no.
0101033829 Part no. 0101033830 Part no. 0101933825
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz 40 Hz ... 60 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor No Yes Yes
AC cable 1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug 1.5 m, two-pin earthed plug 1.5 m, two-pin earthed plug
DC cable 2.5 m, round cable
2x 2.5 sqm Lapp
cable Ölflex 210
1.5 m, FLKK binder
coupling Open
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C -30 °C ... +70 °C
Protection class I I I
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm 98 mm x 192 mm x 47 mm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.4 kg 1.4 kg
Part no.
0101033315 Part no. 0101033316 Part no. 0101033318
Modell Champ 1207 Champ 1207 Champ 1207
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (wet) Lead (gel/AGM)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
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Part no.
0101033315 Part no. 0101033316 Part no. 0101033318
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 7 A 7 A 7 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.1 V 14.4 V
Trickle charging 13.8 V 13.5 V 13.8 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor Yes Yes Yes
AC cable 0.2 m DEFA 0.2 m; DEFA 0.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug
DC cable 1.5 m, ring ter-
minal, M8 1.5 m, ring ter- minal, M8 1.5 m, MagCode Pro
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C
Protection class I I I
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm
Weight 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg
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Part no.
0101033326 Part no. 0101033330 Part no. 0101033331
Modell Champ 1207 Champ 1207 Champ 1207
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (wet)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 7 A 7 A 7 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.4 V 14.1 V
Trickle charging 13.8 V 13.8 V 13.5 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor Yes Yes Yes
AC cable 2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug 2.2 m, two-pin earthed plug 2.2 m, two-pin earthed plug
DC cable 1.5 m, ring ter-
minal, M8 1.5 m, ring ter- minal, M8 1.5 m, MagCode Pro
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C
Protection class I I I
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Part no.
0101033326 Part no. 0101033330 Part no. 0101033331
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm
Weight 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg
Part no.
0101033332 Part no. 0101033333 Part no. 0101033334
Modell Champ 1207 Champ 1207 Champ 1207
Battery type Lead (wet) Lead (wet) Lead (gel/AGM)
Battery capacity 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging charac-
teristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, cannot
be changed
Charging current 7 A 7 A 7 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.1 V 14.1 V 14.4 V
Trickle charging 13.5 V 13.5 V 13.8 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent current
(from the battery) < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor Yes Yes Yes
AC cable 2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug 2.2 m, two-pin earthed plug 2.2 m, two-pin earthed plug
DC cable 1.5 m, rubber cable,
MagCode Pro 3.0 m, DIN 14690 plug 1.5 m, MagCode Pro
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Part no.
0101033332 Part no. 0101033333 Part no. 0101033334
International Pro-
tection (IP class) IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating temper-
ature -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C
Protection class I I I
Dimensions (L x W
x H) 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm
Weight 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg
Part no.
0101033335 Part no. 0101035001 Part no. 0101933331 Part no. 0101935001
Modell Champ 1207 Champ 1207 Champ 1207 Champ 1207
Battery type Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (gel/AGM) Lead (wet) Lead (wet)
Battery capa-
city 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah 55 Ah ... 170 Ah
Charging char-
acteristics IU1U2 pre-pro- grammed, can-
not be
changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, can-
not be
changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, can-
not be
changed
IU1U2 pre-pro-
grammed, can-
not be
changed
Charging cur-
rent 7 A 7 A 7 A 7 A
Ripple < 3 % < 3 % < 3 % < 3 %
Main charging 14.4 V 14.4 V 14.1 V 14.1 V
Trickle char-
ging 13.8 V 13.8 V 13.5 V 13.5 V
Input voltage 230 V 230 V 230 V 230 V
Input values 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V 190 V ... 270 V
Input fre-
quency 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz
Switching fre-
quency 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz 100 kHz
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Part no.
0101033335 Part no. 0101035001 Part no. 0101933331 Part no. 0101935001
Degree of effi-
ciency, max. > 88 % > 88 % > 88 % > 88 %
Quiescent cur-
rent (from the
battery)
< 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA < 2 mA
Temperature
sensor No No No No
AC cable 2.2 m, Neutrik 2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug 2.2 m, two-pin earthed plug 2.2 m, two-pin earthed plug
DC cable Open Open Open Open
International
Protection (IP
class)
IP67 IP67 IP67 IP67
Operating tem-
perature -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C -30 °C ... +85 °C
Protection
class I I I I
Dimensions (L
x W x H) 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm 80 mm x 155 mm x 43 mm
Weight 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.8 kg
5 Package contents
Name No.
Battery charger 1x
User manual 1x
6 Charging characteristic
Battery charging is fully automatic and micro-processor controlled with a 3-
stage IU1U2 characteristic curve for gentle and optimum charging of the batter-
ies.
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Fig.2: IU1U2 charging characteristic
I phase: Charging with constant current
Depending on the battery charge state, the battery is charged with maximum
charging current to store as much energy as possible in the battery. After
reaching the set main charging voltage, the charger switches to the next char-
ging phase (U1 phase). If the set main voltage is not reached within max. 10
hours, the device changes to the U2 phase.
U1 phase: Charging with constant current
In the main charging phase, the voltage is kept at a constant value. As the bat-
tery increasingly charges, the current decreases continuously and approaches
a lower limit.
Battery Type Main charge voltage
Gel battery 12 V 14.4 V
Wet cell battery 12 V 14.1 V
AGM battery 12 V 14.4 V
U2 phase: Charging with constant current
In this phase, the charging voltage is reduced in order to maintain the battery
charge for an unlimited period and counteract self-discharge. Additional con-
nected consumers are supplied via the charger in this phase without loading
the battery.
Battery Type Charge voltage
Gel battery 12 V 13.8 V
Wet cell battery 12 V 13.5 V
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Battery Type Charge voltage
AGM battery 12 V 13.8 V
7 Assembly
To assemble the device, proceed as follows:
üChoose a cool, dry and well-ventilated assembly site.
üDo not mount the device directly next to or above batteries.
üOptimum cooling is achieved by mounting the unit vertically on a flat sur-
face.
1. Fasten the device to the 4 mounting holes on the side (3) (Ø 5 mm).
ðThe device is assembled.
8 Installation
The Champ charger is designed for permanent installation in vehicles.
8.1 Battery connection
Notice
Device defect from shortening the negative lead.
Do not shorten the negative lead under any circumstances, as it
contains a temperature sensor.
To install the device in the vehicle, proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the battery from the vehicle power circuit.
WARNING!Disconnect the negative lead first.
2. Secure the positive lead of the device as close as possible to the vehicle
battery with a suitable fuse.
3. Connect the positive lead of the device to the positive terminal of the bat-
tery.
4. Connect the negative lead of the device to the negative terminal of the bat-
tery.
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NOTE!Connect the cable lug directly to the negative terminal of the battery.
5. Connect the vehicle battery to the vehicle power circuit.
ðThe device is installed.
8.2 Connection to the 230 V mains supply
To connect the device to the 230 V mains, proceed as follows:
NOTE!The charger is only suitable for connection to fused, earthed 230 V
mains supplies.
1. Connect the mains plug to a 230 V mains supply.
ðThe charger is connected to the 230 V mains supply.
8.3 Connection to the 115 V mains supply
To connect the device to the 115 V mains, proceed as follows:
NOTE!The charger is only suitable for connection to fused, earthed 115 V
mains supplies.
1. Connect the mains plug to a 115 V mains supply.
ðThe charger is connected to the 115 V mains supply.
9 Operation
9.1 LED status display
LED display Item Meaning
Yellow LED lights up The charging process is in the I-
phase with maximum current. The
voltage drops as soon as the bat-
tery is charged.
Yellow and green
LED lights up The charger is in the main charging phase. The battery is charged with
increased voltage.
Green LED lights up The charger is in the trickle char-
ging phase. The charger ensures
that the battery remains charged.
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9.2 Charging the battery
To unpack the device, proceed as follows:
üThe device is installed.
üThe battery is connected.
1. Connect the mains plug to a 230 V mains supply.
ðCharging starts automatically, the yellow LED of the charge status indic-
ator lights up.
ðIf the charging current is 15% below the maximum value, the yellow and
green LEDs of the charging status indicator light up.
ðWhen the battery is fully charged, the green LED on the charging status
indicator lights up and indicates the trickle charge.
ðThe battery is charged.
9.3 Charging the battery
To unpack the device, proceed as follows:
üThe device is installed.
üThe battery is connected.
1. Connect the mains plug to a 115 V mains supply.
ðCharging starts automatically, the yellow LED of the charge status indic-
ator lights up.
ðIf the charging current is 15% below the maximum value, the yellow and
green LEDs of the charging status indicator light up.
ðWhen the battery is fully charged, the green LED on the charging status
indicator lights up and indicates the trickle charge.
ðThe battery is charged.
9.4 Temperature sensor
Depending on the model, the Champ charger has a temperature sensor loc-
ated in the negative lead. The temperature sensor corrects the charging
voltage as a function of the temperature in order to provide an optimal, ef-
fective and gentle battery charge.
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