Well CHAR-CAR-8612-WL User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SMART BATTERY CHARGER
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About Smart Battery Charger
The Smart Battery Charger have 11 steps in each charge mode, it
represents some of the most innovative and advanced technology on
the market, making each charge simple and easy. It is quite possibly
the safest and most efficient charger you will ever use. The Charger
have REPAIR mode, you can use this mode to recovery storing, old,
idle, damaged, stratified or sulfated batteries. It is designed for
charging all types of 12V lead-acid, including Wet (Flooded), Gel,
MF(Maintenance-Free), CA(Calcium), EFB (Enhanced Flooded
Battery), AGM (Absorption Glass Mat) and 6V lead-acid battery. It is
suitable for charging battery capacities from 2 to 230 Amp-Hours and
maintaining all battery sizes.
Supply Mode 13.6V - The charger is operating at a constant voltage
of 13.6V. This is the maintenance mode for applications where
maximum capacity from the battery is important, like floor sweepers
and golf carts.
Note that the Spark protection function is suppressed in this mode.
Before using the charger, carefully read the battery manufacturer's
specific precautions and recommended rates of charge for the battery.
Make sure to determine the voltage and chemistry of the battery by
referring to your battery owner's manual prior to charging.
Using 13.6V Supply. 13.6V Supply converts the charger to a constant
voltage DC power supply. It can be used to power 12VDC devices,
including: tire inflators, oil changers, coffee pots, seat heaters and
more. As a power supply, it can also be used to retain a vehicle’s on-
board computer settings during battery repair or replacement. 13.6V
Supply provides 13.6-volts at 7.2A (MAX) with overload protection.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read all Warnings and Cautions carefully and thoroughly
before using this Charger. Failure to do so may result in personal
injury and or damage to the charger which will void the warranty.
CAUTION: Personal Safety
•Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery
charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
•To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by
plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
•An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a
risk of fire and electric shock.
•Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug-replace
the cord or plug immediately Do not operate charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged
in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
•To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off
controls will not reduce this risk.
•Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is
not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical
system other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use
battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that
are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries
may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to
property.
•Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with batteries.
Batteries produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld
a ring or other similar objects to metal, causing a severe burn.
•Someone should be within range of your voice, or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near batteries,
Wear eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching
your eyes while working near batteries.
•Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery
acid contacts skin, clothing, and eyes.
•Keep a supply of baking soda on hand in the area of the
batteries. Baking soda neutralizes lead-acid battery
electrolyte.
•If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately
with soap and water. If acid enters your eyes, immediately
flood them with running cold water for at least twenty
minutes and get medical attention immediately.

•DO NOT attempt to fix the unit by disassembling or
modification. You can cause self injury and disassembling
and modifying the unit will void your warranty.
•Ensure that the cable does not jam or comes into contact with
hot surfaces or sharp edges.
•Connection to the mains supply must be in accordance with
the national regulations for electrical installations.
WARNING: Explosion and Fire Hazard
•RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a) WORKING IN VICINITY OF ALEAD-ACID BATTERY IS
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION.
FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME
YOU USE THE CHARGER.
b) To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions
and those published by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
•Never charge a frozen battery.
•Never charge a damaged battery.
•Never allow red and black clamps to touch each other or
another common metal conductor. This could create a spark.
•Make sure the area around the battery and charger is well
ventilated. DO NOT use this product in an enclosed space.
The internal battery may vent explosive hydrogen gas, which
can be ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
•DO NOT use this product where there are flammable fumes
or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline-powered boat, or
near propane tanks.
•Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of the
engine or batteries.
•Be careful not to drop a metal object on the battery or allow
a metal tool to simultaneously touch the positive and
negative cable ends or battery terminals. It might spark or
short-circuit the battery and cause an explosion.
•If you need to remove the clip from the battery terminal,
ALWAYS remove the clip from the positive terminal from
the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you
don't cause an arc.
•The battery terminals exposed at the clamps have enough
energy present to cause a spark, creating an explosion

hazard, or to cause burns if a metal object contacts both
terminals. NEVER allow the red and black clips to touch
each other or a common metal conductor.
•DO NOT expose this product to water, rain, snow,
condensation, or spray.
•Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
electrolyte specific gravity or filling battery.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
A. Connect the Charger to Battery

B. CHARGING BATTERY INSTALLED IN VEHICLE
Note: Connect and disconnect the DC output clamps ONLY AFTER
removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet. Never allow the DC
output clamps to touch each other. This may cause a spark.
CHOOSE THE GROUND SYSTEM YOU WILL USE AND
FOLLOW THE STEPS
Connecting to a negative-grounded system:
1. Connect the positive (+) red clip from the battery charger to a
positive (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery.
2. Connect the negative (-) black clip to the vehicle chassis or engine
block away from battery.
DO NOT connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body
parts.
Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
Connecting to a positive-grounded system:
1. Connect the negative (-) black clip from battery charger to the
Negative (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of battery.
2. Connect the positive (-) red clip to the vehicle chassis or engine
block away from battery.
DO NOT connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body
parts.
Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
AFTER COMPLETING STEPS 1-2 FROM CHOSEN GROUND
SYSTEM, CONTINUE TO 3-4
3. Connect charger AC supply cord to electric outlet.
4. When disconnecting charger, disconnect the AC cord first, remove
the clip from vehicle chassis, and then remove the clip from battery
terminal in that order.
C. CHARGING BATTERY REMOVED FROM VEHCILE
CAUTION: Connect and disconnect the DC output clamps only after
removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet. Never allow the DC
output clamps to touch each other. This may cause a spark.
1. Connect the positive(red) charger clip to the positive (POS, P, +)
post of battery.
2. Then connect the negative (black) charger clip to negative (NEG,
N, -) post of battery.
3. Do not face battery when making the final connection.
4. Connect charger AC supply cord to electric outlet.
5. When disconnecting charger, disconnect the AC supply cord first.
Always disconnect the clamps in the reverse sequence of the
connecting procedure.

LCD Display Manual
* Keep pressing the Mode button for more than 3 seconds, you can
change between and .
Charging Modes
cold mode 3.6A charge mode 7.2A charge mode
repair mode 6V battery mode SUP 13.6V 7.2A
Failure Display
dead battery error
Voltage or Failure Code Display
•When the battery is in charging process, the LCD shows the
battery voltage.
•When the battery can't be charged, the "FAL" will show up.
•The "000V" will show up once there is no battery connected.
•When the output of the battery is short circuit, or the battery
voltage is less than 2V, the "LO" will show up.
•When you contact the wrong positive or negative port,
"REV" will show up.
•When the LCD screen shows "FUL" means the battery is
fully charged.
Battery Capacity or Charging Display
Battery Type

It is important to understand the differences and purpose of each
charge mode and battery type. Do not operate the charger until you
confirm the appropriate charge mode and battery type for your battery.
Below is a brief description:

Using 12V Repair
12V Repair is an advanced battery recovery mode for repairing and
storing, old, idle, damaged, stratified or sulfated batteries. Not all
batteries can be recovered.
Batteries tend to become damaged if kept at a low charge and/or never
given the opportunity to receive a full charge. The most common
battery problems are battery sulfation and stratification. Both battery
sulfation and stratification will artificially raise the open circuit
voltage of the battery, causing the battery to appear fully charged,
while providing low capacity.
Use 12V Repair in attempt to reverse these problems. For optimal
results, take the 12-volt battery through a full charge cycle, bringing
the battery to full charge, before using this mode.12V Repair can take
up to four (4) hours to complete the recovery process.
CAUTION: USE THIS MODE WITH CARE. THIS MODE IS FOR
12-VOLT LEAD-ACID BATTERIES ONLY.
THIS MODE USES A HIGH CHARGING VOLTAGE AND MAY
CAUSE SOME WATER LOSS IN WET (FLOODED) CELL
BATTERIES. BE ADVISED, SOME BATTERIES AND
ELECTRONICS MAY BE SENSITIVE TO HIGH CHARGING
VOLTAGES. TO MINIMIZE RISKS TO ELECTRONICS,
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE USING THIS MODE.
Charging Times
The estimated time to charge a battery is shown below. The size of the
battery (Ah) and its depth of discharge (DOD) greatly affect its
charging time. The charge time is based on an average depth of
discharge to a fully charged battery and is for reference purposes only.
Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time to charge a
normally discharged battery is based on a 50% DOD.
Battery Size
Ah
Approx. Time to Charge In Hours
6V 12V
20
1.6
1.6
60
4.8
4.8
100
8
150
12
230
18.4

MALFUNCTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
Problem
Cause
Solution
Possible battery
short and can not
be repaired.
Do not use/scrapped.
The battery is too
big for the charger
or the charging
current is too small.
Switch to a larger charging
current.
Damaged battery.
Do not use it.
Reverse polarity.
Check the polarity.
Connect the red clip to the
positive pole and the black
clip to the negative pole of
the battery.
The battery
voltage is lower than
2V.
·Set the charger to the repairing
mode. The charger will be ok to
use after repairing.
·If the battery is short-circuited,
the charger will display the
dead battery symbol and the
battery need to be scrapped;
·Remove the load device
immediately.
The voltage of
the battery exceeds
the voltage mode of
the charger.
In the 6V mode, check if it is a
12V battery;
In the 12V mode, check if it is a
24V battery.
Overcurrent
protection.
Do not use the battery while
charging it.
Remove the load device
immediately.
Over temperature
protection.
Do not use the charger until
it is cool.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Input Voltage AC:
220 - 240 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC:
170 - 260 VAC, 50-60Hz
Input Current:
1.1 A rms (at full charging current)
Efficiency:
85% Approx.
Power:
108W Max
Charging Voltage:
Various
Charging Current:
3.6A (6V), 3.6A (12V), 7.2A (12V)
Low-Voltage Detection:
3V (12V), 3V (6V)
Back Current Drain:
1mA
Ambient temperature:
-4°F to +122°F (-20˚C to +50˚C)
Output power is reduced
automatically when temperature
than 40˚C
Charger Type:
11 Step, Smart Charger
Type of Batteries:
6V & 12V
Battery Chemistries:
Wet, Gel, MF, CA, EFB, AGM &
LIB
Battery Capacity:
2-230Ah (12V), 2-100Ah (6V),
Maintains All Battery Sizes
Housing Protection:
IP65
Cooling:
Natural Convection
Dimensions (L x W x H):
8.66 x 3.74 x 2.36 Inches
Weight:
851.6g
Authentication:
* Back current drain is the current that drains the battery if the charger
is not connected to the mains. Battery chargers has a very low back
current.
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important because they can avoid
environmental pollution and are harmful to
health. Submitting waste electrical and
electronic equipment to special collection
centers makes the waste to be recycled
properly and protecting the environment. Do
not forget! Each electric appliance that arrives
at the landfill, the field, pollutes the
environment!
Importer & distributor:
SC VITACOM ELECTRONICS SRL
CIF: RO 214527
Tel. [phone]*
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