LEAB Champ 1207 User manual

LEAB Automotive GmbH
Thorshammer 6
DE-24866 Busdorf
User manual
Version: V1.5
Issue date: 09.07.2019
Champ Charger
1207, 1217
Waterproof battery charger
with pre-programmed charging characteristic
User Manual

Installation instructions About this Manual
Page 1 of 18
Table of Contents
1About this Manual ......................................................................... 1
2General Safety ............................................................................... 2
3About the Battery Charger............................................................. 3
4Package Contents .......................................................................... 3
5Technical Specifications ................................................................. 4
6Charging Process.......................................................................... 13
7Mounting ..................................................................................... 14
8Installation ................................................................................... 15
9Normal operation ........................................................................ 16
10 Maintenance................................................................................ 17
11 Disposal........................................................................................ 17
12 EU Declaration of Conformity...................................................... 18
1About this Manual
Read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe place. This manual is
intended for professionals in the automotive electrical field.
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:

Installation instructions General Safety
Page 2 of 18
Signal word
Meaning
DANGER
Warns of imminent danger resulting in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
Warns of a potentially dangerous situation that can
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Warns of a potentially dangerous situation that can
result in moderate or minor injuries.
NOTICE
Warns of a potentially dangerous situation that can
result in material and environmental damage.
In this manual you will find the following symbols:
Shows you useful tips and information about the device.
Indicates a mandatory requirement for the following
instruction.
Shows the result of an instruction.
2General Safety
This manual supports safe handling of the device. Use the device solely in
accordance with its intended use:
The LEAB Champ is a trickle and battery charger for permanent installation
in vehicles. This charger can be used to charge all types of lead acid
batteries.
Any modifications to the device or its components are prohibited and do
not conform to its intended use.

Installation instructions About the Battery Charger
Page 3 of 18
Observe the following safety instructions:
Danger from damaged, frozen or deformed batteries: Before charging,
make sure that the battery is undamaged and the electrolyte is not
frozen.
Only charge batteries in well-ventilated rooms and away from ignition
sources.
When handling batteries, wear acid-proof clothing.
Device defect due to incorrect installation: Install the device in a dry
and cool location.
3About the Battery Charger
Number
Details
1
Charge status indicator
2
AC cable
3
DC cable
4Package Contents
Package Contents
No.
Battery charger
x1
User manual
x1

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
Page 4 of 18
5Technical Specifications
Model
0101033315
0101033316
0101033318
Model
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
Temperature sensor
Yes
Yes
Yes
AC cable
0.2 m; DEFA
0.2 m; DEFA
2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug
DC cable
1.5 m, ring
cable lug, M8
1.5 m, ring
cable lug, M8
1.5 m;
MagCode Pro
Charging current
Max. charging current
7 A
Duration, charge current
7 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
50 Hz
Quiescent current (battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +85 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
80 x 155 x 43 mm
Weight (without cable)
0.8 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
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Model
0101033326
0101033330
0101033331
Model
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
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
cable lug, M8
1.5 m, ring
cable lug, M8
1.5 m, ring
cable lug, M8
Charging current
Max. charging current
7 A
Duration, charge current
7 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
50 Hz
Quiescent current (battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +85 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
80 x 155 x 43 mm
Weight (without cable)
0.8 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
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Model
0101033332
0101033333
0101033334
Model
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
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
1.5m;MagCode
Pro
3.0 m;
DIN 14690
1.5m;
MagCode Pro
Charging current
Max. charging current
7 A
Duration, charge
current
7 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
50 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +85 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
80 x 155 x 43 mm
Weight (without cable)
0.8 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
Page 7 of 18
Model
0101033335
0101035001
0101933331
Model
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Champ 1207
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
Temperature sensor
No
No
No
AC cable
2.2 m; Neutrik
2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug
2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug
DC cable
Open
Open
Open
Charging current
Max. charging current
7 A
Duration, charge
current
7 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
50 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +85 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
80 x 155 x 43 mm
Weight (without cable)
0.8 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
Page 8 of 18
Model
0101935001
0101033810
0101033811
Model
Champ 1207
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
Temperature sensor
No
Yes
Yes
AC cable
2.2 m, two-pin
earthed plug
1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug
1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug
DC cable
Open
1.5 m, ring cable
lug, M8
1.5 m, ring cable
lug, M8
Charging current
Max. charging current
7 A
17 A
Duration, charge
current
7 A
17 A
Ripple
< 3%
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.2 V / 14.4 V2
Trickle charging
13.6 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
50 Hz
40 Hz … 60 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +85 °C
-30 °C … +70 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
80 x 155 x
43 mm
98 x 192 x 47 mm
Weight
0.8 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
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Model
0101033813
0101033814
0101033819
Model
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
Temperature sensor
No
Yes
Yes
AC cable
1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug
1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug
0.2 m; DEFA
DC cable
Open
1.5 m, ring cable
lug, M8
1.5 m, ring cable
lug, M8
Charging current
Max. charging current
17 A
Duration, charge
current
17 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.2 V / 14.4 V2
Trickle charging
13.6 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
40 Hz … 60 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +70 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
98 x 192 x 47 mm
Weight
1.4 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
Page 10 of 18
Model
0101033820
0101033825
0101033826
Model
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
Temperature sensor
Yes
Yes
Yes
AC cable
0.2 m; DEFA
1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug
1.5 m, two-pin
earthed plug
DC cable
1.5 m, ring cable
lug, M8
4.0 m,
MagCode PRO
Power System
4.0 m,
MagCode PRO
Power System
Charging current
Max. charging current
17 A
Duration, charge
current
17 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
40 Hz … 60 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +70 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
98 x 192 x 47 mm
Weight
1.4 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
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Model
0101033827
0101033828
0101033829
Model
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
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 cable
lug, M8
4.0 m,
MagCode PRO
Power System
Open
Charging current
Max. charging current
17 A
Duration, charge
current
17 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
40 Hz … 60 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating temperature
-30 °C … +70 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions (LxWxH)
98 x 192 x 47 mm
Weight
1.4 kg

Installation instructions Technical Specifications
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Model
0101033830
0101033831
0101933825
0101933826
Model
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Champ 1217
Battery type
Lead acid (wet, gel, AGM)
Charging
characteristics
IU1U2pre-programmed, non changeable
Battery capacity
55 Ah … 170 Ah
Temperature sensor
Yes
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
1.5 m, two-
pin earthed
plug
DC cable
1.5 m, FLKK
binder
coupling
693
4.0 m,
MagCode
PRO Power
Open
Open
Charging current
Max. charging
current
17 A
Duration, charge
current
17 A
Ripple
< 3%
Charge voltage
Main charging
14.4 V / 14.1 V
Trickle charging
13.5 V / 13.8 V
Supply voltage (AC)
Input voltage
230 V
Min. input voltage
90 V
Max. input voltage
270 V
Input frequency
40 Hz … 60 Hz
Quiescent current
(battery)
< 2 mA
Switching
frequency
100 kHz
Max. degree of
efficiency
> 88 %
Protection class
I
Operating
temperature
-30 °C … +70 °C
IP rating
IP67
Dimensions
(LxWxH)
98 x 192 x 47 mm
Weight
1.4 kg

Installation instructions Charging Process
Page 13 of 18
6Charging Process
Battery charging is fully automatic and micro-processor controlled with
a 3-stage IU1U2characteristic curve for gentle and optimum charging of the
batteries.
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 charging phase (U1). If the set main voltage is not reached
within max. 10 hours, the device enters the U2phase and reports an error.
Deep discharged batteries with a voltage below 6 V are
not charged for safety reasons.
U1phase: Main charging with constant voltage
In the main charging phase, the voltage is kept at a constant value. As the
battery increasingly charges, the current decreases continuously and
approaches a lower limit.
Battery
Model
Main charge voltage
Gel battery
12 V
14.4 V
Wet cell battery
12 V
14.1 V
I U1 U2

Installation instructions Mounting
Page 14 of 18
U2phase: Trickle charge with reduced voltage
In this phase, the charging voltage is reduced in order to maintain the
battery charge for an unlimited period and counteract self-discharge.
Additionally connected consumers are supplied via the charger in this
phase without loading the battery.
7Mounting
To mount the device, perform the following steps:
Choose a cool, dry and well-ventilated mounting site.
Do not mount the device directly next to or above batteries.
Optimum cooling is achieved by mounting the unit vertically on
a flat surface.
1. Fasten the device with screws to the 4 lateral holes (5 mm Ø).
The device is mounted.
Battery
Model
Charge voltage
Gel battery
12 V
13.8 V
Wet cell battery
12 V
13.5 V

Installation instructions Installation
Page 15 of 18
8Installation
The Champ is a battery charger for permanent installation in vehicles.
NOTICE
Defects from incorrect installation
The negative lead of the device may include a temperature sensor.
Never shorten or extend the negative cable with a temperature
sensor.
To install the charger in the vehicle, perform the following steps:
1. Disconnect the battery from the vehicle power circuit.
Warning: Disconnect the negative cable first.
2. Secure the positive cable of the device as close as
possible to the vehicle battery with a suitable fuse.
3. Connect the positive cable of the device to the
positive terminal of the battery.
4. Connect the negative cable of the device to the
negative terminal of the battery.
Connect the cable lug directly to the negative terminal of the
battery.
5. Connect the vehicle battery to the vehicle power circuit.
The device is installed.
–+

Installation instructions Normal operation
Page 16 of 18
Connection to 230 V mains
To install the device to the 230 V mains, perform the following step:
1. Connect the mains plug to a 230 V mains supply.
The charger is connected to the 230 V mains supply.
9Normal operation
Charging the battery
To unpack the device, perform the following steps:
1. Connect the mains plug to a 230 V mains supply.
Charging starts automatically, the yellow LED of the charge status
indicator lights up.
If the charging current is 15% below the maximum value, the
yellow and green LEDs of the charging status indicator light up.
When the battery is fully charged, the green LED on the charging
status indicator lights up and indicates the trickle charge.
The battery is charged.
Temperature sensor
Depending on the model, the LEAB Champ has 2 robust, moulded ring cable
lugs on both charging cables for connection to the battery. The black
negative lead is followed by the temperature sensor, which is why the lead
must not be shortened or extended.
The temperature sensor corrects the charging voltage as a function of the
temperature in order to provide an optimal, effective and gentle battery
charge.
The charger is only suitable for connection to fused, earthed 230
V mains supplies.
The device is installed.
The battery is connected.

Installation instructions Maintenance
Page 17 of 18
10 Maintenance
Check the charger as follows before using it each time:
Check the mains cable and mains plug for damage.
Check charging cables and connections for damage.
Check the charger for external damage.
Ensure that the wiring between the charging cable and the
charger is secure.
For battery maintenance, refer to the battery manufacturer's
instructions.
11 Disposal
Dispose of the device in accordance with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE).
The device must not be disposed of with household waste.
Take it to a recycling point or send it to your point of sale.

Installation instructions EU Declaration of Conformity
Page 18 of 18
12 EU Declaration of Conformity
The LEAB Champ
models 1207 and 1217
complies with the requirements of the following
directives:
2014/30/EU: EMC
2014/35/EU: NRL
2011/65/EU: RoHS

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Thorshammer 6
DE-24866 Busdorf
Germany
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