MASCOT 205140 User manual

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User Manual
Charger for
Lead Acid Batteries
EN User Manual
Updates and language specific user manuals are available on
www.mascot.no/downloads/usermanuals
Bruksanvisning
Käyttöohjeet
Bedienungsanleitung
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones
Istruzioni per l’uso
Doc.no. 5140C - Part No. 205140 - 04.12.2017
MASCOT ELECTRONICS AS
P.O.Box 177, N-1601 Fredrikstad, NORWAY
Phone: [phone] • Telefax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] • Web: www.mascot.no

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
CAUTION! DOUBLE POLE / NEUTRAL FUSING!
This product is designed for indoor use.
(Not applicable to products marked ”IP67”)
A version of this product marked ”IP41” may be
available. This version is protected against ingress
of solid objects larger than 1.0 mm and the
effects of vertically falling drops of water
according to standard EN/IEC 60529.
A version of this product marked ”IP4X” or ”IP40”
may be available. This version is protected against
ingress of solid objects larger than 1.0 mm.
A version of this product marked ”IP44” may be
available. This version is protected against ingress
of solid objects larger than 1.0 mm and the
effects of water splashed against the enclosure
from any direction according to standard
EN/IEC 60529.
A version of this product, marked with a symbol
with two drops of water and/or ”IP67”, may be
available. This version is filled with a potting
IP41 IP44 IP67
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK:
READ THROUGH THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USING THE PRODUCT.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING THE PRODUCT.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
compound and is dust-tight and protected against
the effects of temporary immersion in water
according to standard EN/IEC 60529, but must
not be immersed in water for longer periods
of time.
Products marked with the “double square
symbol” are double insulated (Insulation Class II).
Products without this mark are Class I (relies on
safety earth for protection).
WARNING: To avoid risk of electric shock,
Class I products must only be connected to a
supply mains with protective earth.
At the end of their service life electric and
electronic equipment and their accessories shall
not be discarded with the municipal waste but be
disposed of using separate collection, treatment,
recovery/recycling and environmentally sound
disposal. This also applies to any potentially bio
hazardous parts and accessories. If in doubt;
contact your local authorities to determine the
proper method.
Technical specifications for your product:
See tables, the marking on the product
or www.mascot.no
IP4X

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Cautions to observe prior to use
• The intended use for this product is to charge a
battery or a battery powered electrical accessory
(NiCd/NiMH, Lead-Acid, Lithium-Ion or LiFePO4
batteries) or to be used as a Power Supply to
power an electrical accessory. Please see the
marking on the product you have to verify the
type of product you have and read the applicable
instructions and technical specifications included
with this manual.
• This product may be used by unskilled operators,
under the condition that these instructions are
followed.
• Unskilled operators may contact the supplier or
manufacturer for assistance, if needed, in setting
up, using or maintaining this product and to report
unexpected operation or events.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 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.
• Do not allow animals to come into contact with
this product. Some animals are known to cause
damage to cables etc which may be a potential for
risk of electric shock and excessive temperatures.
Also, cables and small parts may represent a
strangulation risk for the animal.
• If the product is equipped with a mains cord,
please check that the cord is not damaged. If the
cord is damaged, the product must not be used
until the cord is replaced. Replacement should be
carried out by qualified personnel.
• The mains socket outlet used should always be
easily accessible to facilitate immediate removal of
the products mains supply should an operational
error occur during use. If the product has a
detachable mains cord the appliance coupler may
be used as a disconnect device.
• The product is “switched on” by inserting the mains
plug into the mains socket and “switched off”
by disconnecting the mains plug from the mains
socket.
• The product may be connected to an IT type
mains supply.
• For use in U.S.A.:
- Be sure to use 125V 15A receptacle
configuration before plugging in.
- Use a UL817-standard compliant mains cord (plug
type NEMA 1-15, cord type SJT or SVT).
• For use outside U.S.A:
Use a mains cord compliant with the country
specific requirements.
• The time from powering this product until its full
function starts may exceed 15 seconds.
• Should an operational error or unexpected change
in the performance occur during use; disconnect
the product from the mains immediately by
disconnecting the mains plug from the mains
socket and contact the supplier
• When not in use please think about disconnecting
the product from the mains. This will reduce the
risk of hazards, reduce the products environmental
impact and save electricity costs.
• To avoid overheating make sure there is sufficient
room for the circulation of air around the product
when in use. Do not cover it up.
• Even though this product complies with relevant
safety standards it should not be in contact with
human skin for long periods as some people
may get allergies or injuries from long-term
contact with moderate temperatures and/or plastic
materials.
• Prior to using this product with accessories and/or
interconnected equipment please carefully read its
respective User Manuals.
• If the product is supplied with exchangeable output
plugs, please see separate page for assembly.
• Output cables having a modular plug ( similar to a
telephone connector) must never be connected to
a telephone outlet.

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• Products with a welded plastic housing are
not repairable. Please contact your supplier for
replacement part.
• This product contains hazardous voltages and
there are no user replaceable parts inside the
product. Never attempt to remove the cover.
• WARNING: No modification of this equipment is
allowed. Any repair/service should be carried out
by qualified personnel who may get assistance by
contacting the manufacturer or the manufacturer’s
agent.
• Products specified to have automatic polarity
protection must be switched off if a battery is
connected with reverse polarity. The protection will
be automatically reset when the polarity has been
corrected.
• In chargers specified to have a replaceable fuse as
polarity protection the fuse must be replaced if the
battery has been connected with reverse polarity.
When replacing the fuse; a fuse of the same type
and rating must be used.
• If the product is specified to comply with the
standard for Medical Electrical Equipment
(standards based on IEC60601-1) it complies
with some of the requirements for medical
electrical equipment and may be used in medical
applications and hospital environments.
• The product must not be used in the vicinity
of flammable anesthetic gases or in other
environments with flammable or explosive
atmosphere.
• If the product is specified to comply with the
standard for Medical Electrical Equipment
for Home Healthcare Environment (standard
IEC60601-1-11) it may be used in medical
applications used in a home healthcare
environment.
NOTE: Products relying on safety earth for
protection (Class I) may not be used in home
healthcare environment unless they are
permanently wired to the building installation:
Installation must only be carried out by qualified
service personnel, following the below instructions:
- The protective earth conductor must be
min. 0.75 mm2.
- Connect the protective earth conductor to the
external protective earthing system.
- Verify that the protective earth terminal used is
connected to the external protective earthing
system.
- Verify the integrity of the external protective
earthing system.
• This product converts the mains voltage to
a safety extra low voltage.
The output from products applying with 2MOPP
insulation ( model names followed by ”P”) may
be treated as Applied Part Type B or Type BF
according to standard EN/IEC 60601-1 and
may come in physical contact with a patient.The
housing of the product shall not be allowed to
contact the patient .
• This product must be operated in an environment
within temperature range +5 to +40°C, humidity
15 - 93 % RH and atmospheric pressure 70 -
106 kPa (700 - 1060 hPa).
• Expected service life of this product and
accessories delivered with this product is three (3)
years, if operated as indicated above. However; the
guarantee times indicated in document ”TERMS
OF SALES AND DELIVERY FOR MASCOT AS”
apply (available at www.mascot.com).
• Environmental parameters during transport and
storage between uses: temperature range -25
to +85 °C, humidity 15 - 93% RH NC and
atmospheric pressure 70 - 106 kPa (700 - 1060
hPa).
• If stored for longer periods of time the
environmental parameters should be within
the temperature range +5 to +35°C, humidity
range 10 - 75% RH NC and atmospheric pressure
70 - 106 kPa (700 - 1060 hPa) to maintain the
products expected service life.
• Expected shelf life of this product is one (1) year, if
stored as indicated above.

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• Lead-Acid chargers are designed for charging
Lead-Acid batteries only.
• Make sure you have the correct battery charger
for the Lead-Acid battery you wish to charge.
For safety reasons, individual battery types
should have a minimum capacity - please refer
to the specifications at the end of this manual.
• Do not attempt to charge batteries that are not
rechargeable.
• Please check that the specifications for your
battery allows for the maximum charge current
indicated on the charger.
• Please check that the specifications for your
battery allows for the environmental conditions
present during charging.
• If in doubt; contact the battery manufacturer for
the specific battery.
• Before charging flooded lead-acid batteries,
check the electrolyte level. If necessary top up
with distilled water up to 5-10 mm over the
lead-plates.
• Old, sulfated Lead-Acid batteries usually have
a reduced capacity and are difficult to charge.
The charge current will fall rapidly as if the
battery had received a full charge. Even though
a battery in this condition should be replaced, it
will retain a small charge.
• As explosive gases may arise during charging
lead-acid batteries the charger and the battery
should be placed in a well-ventilated area
during charging. Avoid sparks and open flames.
• Make sure the charger is disconnected from
the mains. Connect the charger to the battery
before connecting it to the mains (to avoid
possible sparks).
• Please ensure correct polarity when connecting
to the battery terminals. Reverse polarity
connection may, in some chargers, result in a
fuse blowing, leaving the charger useless.
• When charging batteries other than vehicle
batteries, it is recommended that you connect
the charger to the mains before connection is
made to the battery. This will reduce the sparks
Cautions to observe prior to charging Lead-Acid batteries
• This product complies with the requirements to
electromagnetic compatibility for medical electric
equipment and for use in residential, office or light
industrial environment but all electric products
imply a potential for electromagnetic or other
interference between the product and other
devices. If such interference is suspected please
disconnect the product from the mains and
consult a qualified technician, your supplier or the
manufacturer.
• No special maintenance procedure is required
but if the product gets dusty or dirty it should be
wiped clean using a dry cloth while the product
is disconnected from the mains. No other
maintenance should be necessary.
• For products having a plastic casing, please avoid
any contact with lotions, oils, grease and solvents
as most types of plastic may be degraded by such
chemicals. Also make sure to position, operate and
store such products away from UV-light and direct
sunlight.
• Position, operate and store this product only under
reasonable foreseeable environmental conditions
with respect to magnetic fields, EM-fields,
electrostatic discharges, pressure or variations in
pressure, acceleration etc.
• If this product is used with or mounted in a vehicle
it may only be used when the vehicle is not in use.
• When in use, position this product so that the label
can be read – within 40 cm of the operator.
• Turn the product off and allow it’s housing to cool
down prior to moving it to another location.