D) Operation - VOLTCRAFT V-CHARGE 300 TOUCH Handbuch

d) Operation

• The charger may be operated either via the mains voltage (100 - 240 V/AC,
50/60 Hz) or via a stabilised direct voltage of 11 - 18 V/DC (e.g. via an external
vehicle lead battery).
Use only one of the two connection types, but never both at once. This may dam-
age the charger.
• Do not wear any metal or conductive materials, such as jewellery (necklaces,
bracelets, rings, etc.) while you are working with the charger or batteries. A short-
circuit at the rechargeable battery or charging cable poses a danger of burns and
explosion.
• Never leave the product unattended while operating. Despite a considerable
number of protective circuits, it is impossible to exclude the possibility of malfunc-
tions or problems during the charging process.
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation during operation. Never cover up the
charger. Leave enough of a distance (at least 20 cm) between charger and other
objects. Overheating causes a danger of fire!
• The charger must only be used to charge (or discharge) rechargeable batteries
of types NiMH, NiCd, LiIon/LiPo/LiFe and lead batteries. Never charge any other
rechargeable battery types or non-rechargeable batteries. There is great danger
of fire or explosion!
• Always connect the charging cable to the charger first.
Only then must the rechargeable battery be connected to the charging cable.
When disconnecting, proceed in reverse order - first disconnect the rechargeable
battery from the charging cable, then the charging cable from the charger.
• Only operate the product in a moderate climate, never in a tropical climate.
For more information on acceptable environmental conditions, see the chapter
"Technical Data".
• Never operate the device immediately after it was taken from a cold room to a
warm room. The resulting condensation may lead to malfunctions or damage!
Let the product reach room temperature before taking it into operation again. This
may take several hours!
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