Technology Solutions 2136 4-SLOT User manual

USER GUIDE:
2136 4-SLOT
BATTERY CHARGER
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CONTENT
Introduction 4
Parts of the 2136 Battery Charger 4
Inserting and removing the battery retaining clips 5
Inserting and removing a battery 6
Connecting the power supply 7
Charging batteries 8
Troubleshooting and Maintenance 9
Maintenance 9
Troubleshooting 10
Regulatory Information 11
CAUTION 11
Power Supply 11
Batteries 11
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 12
Warranty 12
About TSL®14
About 14
Contact 14
History
Version Date Modifications
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INTRODUCTION
The Technology Solutions 2136 4-Slot Battery Charger is intended for charging Varta Microbattery’s EasyPack™
’L’ and ‘XL’ rechargeable Li-Polymer battery packs. The charger can charge up to four batteries simultaneously.
The four batteries can all be the same type, or can be two of each type. The charger senses which type of battery
has been inserted and adjusts the charge rate accordingly. There is an individual charge status indicator for each
battery slot. The charger also monitors the temperature of each battery pack and adjusts the charge rate to provide
optimal charge rate whilst maintaining safe battery temperature.
The 2136 Battery Charger is powered by a 5.2V, 4.0A world traveller power supply.
PARTS OF THE 2136 BATTERY CHARGER
FIGURE 1: Parts of the 2136 Battery Charger
Back battery
compartment
Power input
socket on back
of charger
Battery retaining clips
Front battery
compartment
Power indicator
Charge status
indicators
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INSERTING AND REMOVING
THE BATTERY RETAINING CLIPS
FIGURE 2: Inserting the battery retaining clips
The battery retaining clips are required to hold the battery in position during charge. The clips do not determine the
charge rate, but if they are not correctly positioned then the battery will not make the necessary electrical contact
and will not be charged. It is possible to have the front and back battery compartments set for the same or different
battery packs. It does not matter which compartment is set for which battery type.
The clips can be inserted in one of two slots. The front slot (nearest the charge status indicator) is for the smaller
EasyPack™L battery. The rear slot (furthest from the charge status indicator) is for the larger EasyPack™XL battery.
Insert the clip with the hook at the top nearest the charge status indicator.
Push the clip vertically downwards into the appropriate slot. When it is fully inserted it will click and lock into place.
If the clip needs to be moved to reconfigure the charger, pull it vertically upwards so that it releases and then lift it
out of the charger.
Clip at front for EasyPack L
Clip at back for EasyPack XL
1) Align the battery
retaining clip with
the required slot.
2) The hook at the top of
battery retaining clip must
face forwards towards the
charge status indicator.
3) Push the battery
retaining clip down
until it clicks into
position.
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INSERTING AND REMOVING A BATTERY
Insertion
Removal
Slide battery in to
compartment, gold
contacts and label
to the front.
Ensure battery
hooks under battery
retaining clip.
Pull the top of the
battery forwards
and lift the
battery out of the
compartment.
FIGURE 3: Inserting and removing a battery
To remove the battery, pull the top forwards
towards the charge status indicator so that it
is clear of the hook on the battery retaining
clip. Lift the battery out of the charge
compartment.
Insert the battery with the gold contacts next
to the label facing towards the charge status
indicator for that battery compartment. Slide
the battery down into the compartment and
push it backwards to make sure it hooks
under the battery retaining clip.
CAUTION!
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF
BATTERY IS REPLACED BY
AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED
BATTERIES ACCORDING
TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY
Use only the provided 5.2V 4.0A power supply.
Plug the power supply into the socket on the back of the battery charger. Use an appropriate mains lead to connect
the power supply to the mains. It is recommended that when the charger is not in use that the power supply is
turned off and disconnected from the mains.
When the charger is powered the blue indicator on the front of the charger lights.
FIGURE 4: Battery Charger power input connector
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CHARGING BATTERIES
Ensure that the battery retaining clips are positioned correctly for the required battery type (Section 3) and that the
power supply is connected (Section 5).
Insert the battery or batteries (Section 4). Batteries can be inserted and removed at any time. It is not necessary
to turn the charger power supply off to insert or remove a battery. Each charge compartment is independent of the
others. A fully charged battery can be removed whilst other batteries are still charging. A battery can be inserted
whilst other batteries are charging.
When a battery is inserted the charger senses whether it is an EasyPack™L or EasyPack™XL battery based on the
Identification Resistor built into the battery and selects the appropriate charge rate. The charger performs a test of
the battery to make sure it is safe to charge. So long as no problems are detected the charger starts to charge the
battery. Charge in progress is indicated by a slow flash of the charge status indicator.
When the battery is fully charged the charge status indicator changes to light continuously.
If a fault is detected with a battery, or if the battery temperature is too high or too for safe charging then the charge
status indicator shows a fast flash.
If the charger is located somewhere hot then it is possible that the additional heating of the battery whilst it is
charged will cause the charger to indicate a fault on a battery. This will automatically clear once the battery cools
down again. The battery charger adjusts the charge rate of each battery as necessary to attempt to avoid this from
happening. As a result, if the charger is used in a warm location the batteries will take longer to charge. Keeping
the charger in a cool location will ensure the fastest possible charge times.
LED colour and pattern Status
Off No battery in charge compartment.
Slow flash (one per one and half seconds) The battery is being charged.
Fast flash (five per second) There is a fault with the battery or it is too cold or too
hot.
Continuous The battery is fully charged.
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CHARGING BATTERIES
If all four compartments of the charger are used then the charger itself will warm up. This causes it to slow the
charge rate down. This means that charging four batteries will take longer than charging one, two or three batteries.
Approximate charge times for fully discharged batteries, assuming an ambient temperature of 20°C are shown
below:
Batteries being charged Approximate charging time
Single EasyPack L 150 minutes
Single EasyPack XL 220 minutes
Two EasyPack L 160 minutes
Two EasyPack XL 315 minutes
Four EasyPack L 180 minutes
Four EasyPack XL 360 minutes
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
For trouble-free service observe the following precautions when using the 2136 Battery Charger:
●Do not store or use the 2136 Battery Charger in any location that is dusty, damp, or wet.
●Do not attempt to use any other power supply than the recommended ones.
●Do not attempt to charge other types of battery.
MAINTENANCE
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptoms Possible Cause Action
The charger indicates a fault
(fast flash)
The battery is too hot. Leave the battery to cool down; the
charger will automatically start to
charge once the battery temperature
falls.
Move the charger to a cooler location.
The battery is too cold. Leave the battery to warm up; the
charger will automatically start to
charge once the battery temperature
rises.
Move the charger to a warmer location.
The battery has a fault Do not use the battery.
The charger indicates full
charge (continuous indicator)
after a short period of time.
The battery is already charged. Use the battery.
The battery has a fault. Do not use the battery.
The charge status indicator
does not light when a battery
is inserted.
The charger is not powered. Verify that the power supply is
connected and powered. The blue
power indicator on the front of the
charger must be lit.
The battery retaining clip is not in the
correct location for the battery type.
Move the battery retaining clip to the
correct location.
The battery is not properly located. Ensure the battery has been fully
pushed into the compartment and
is held by the hook on the battery
retaining clip.
The battery has a fault. Do not use the battery.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
Only use TSL®approved accessories, batteries, battery chargers, cradles and power supplies.
Do not attempt to charge wet or damp batteries. All components should be dry before connecting to an external
power source.
Only use the product within the specified operating temperatures and environmental conditons.
CAUTION
Only use a TSL®approved power supply with an electrical output of 5.2V, 4.0A with the 2136 4-Slot Battery Charger.
Using an alternative power supply will invalidate any approvals given to this device, void the warranty for the
product, and may be dangerous.
POWER SUPPLY
BATTERY WARNING
●If the battery is replaced by an incorrect type, this could result in an explosion.
●Dispose of batteries according to instructions.
●Use only TSL®-approved batteries.
●Use only TSL®-approved chargers.
●There are limits on how long a battery can operate or be in storage before replacement is required. The life
cycle of a battery can be affected by factors such as heat, cold, harsh environments and impacts or drops.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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WARRANTY
WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(WEEE)
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(F) Warranty Provisions
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(i) which has been repaired, tampered with, altered or modified, except by TSL®’s authorized service personnel;
(ii) in which the defects or damage to the Product result from normal wear and tear, misuse, negligence, improper storage, water
or other liquids, battery leakage, use of parts or accessories not approved or supplied by TSL®, or failure to perform operator
handling and scheduled maintenance instructions supplied by TSL®;
(iii) which has been subjected to unusual physical or electrical stress, abuse, or accident, or forces or exposure beyond normal
use within the specified operational and environmental parameters set forth in the applicable Product specification; nor shall the
above warranty provisions apply to any expendable or consumable items, such as batteries, supplied with the Product.
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ABOUT TSL®
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