VOLTCRAFT IPC-1L User Manual

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c) Charging mode
• When a rechargeable battery is inserted and the power adapter is connected to the mains,
thebatteryvoltage(forexample,“1.39V”)willbedisplayedfor4seconds.“200mACharge”
will then be shown on the display for another 4 seconds if the settings are not changed.
• The default setting of the charger is in charging mode with 200mA charging current.
• Forfastercharging,press“CURRENT”buttontoselectchargingcurrentof200,500or700
mA. 200 mA is the default charging current of the charger.
The maximum charging current of other rechargeable batteries are restricted by
thecurrentsettingoftherstinsertedrechargeablebattery.Forinstance,iftherst
inserted rechargeable battery is set to charge at 500 mA, then the second, third and
fourth rechargeable batteries can be only set to charging at a maximum current of 500
mA. Therefore, user is recommended to place the battery with the highest expected
chargingcurrentrst.Toreleasetherestrictionofchargingcurrentlimit,takeoutall
four rechargeable batteries from the charging unit and re-insert them.
Within 8-second time from inserting the batteries the user may rst select the
operating mode by the “MODE” button.
If “MODE” or “CURRENT” button is not pressed for 8 seconds the charging
process will start. Afterward, the charging current can no longer be changed.
Press “DISPLAY” button to scroll through different displays, charging current (mA), battery
voltage(V),accumulatedcapacities(mAh)ortimeelapsed(hh:mm).
Stage in charging mode Current(mA) Voltage(V)
Capacity
(mAh/Ah)
Time
(hh:mm)*
During charging Chargingcurrent
Instantaneous
battery voltage
Accumulated
capacity
Charging
time elapsed
During trickle charging
Trickle charging
current
Charging time
• The charging time can be determined by dividing the battery capacity by the selected
charging current.
• For Example,
• AA(Micro)batterywith2400mAhandselectedchargingcurrentis700mA.
• (2400÷700)hour=3.5hour.=3hours30minuteschargingtime.

VOLTCRAFT IPC-1L Specifications

General

Input Voltage	100 - 240 V AC
Number of Charging Slots	4
Display	LCD
Weight	300 g
Battery Types Supported	NiMH, NiCd
Battery Size	AA, AAA
Charging Time	Varies by battery type and capacity
Discharge Current	0.5 A
Protection Features	Short circuit protection, Overcharge protection

Summary

1. Introduction

2. Explanation of Symbols

Explains hazard, warning, and informational symbols used in the manual.

3. Intended Use

4. Delivery Content

5. Safety Instructions

General Safety Information

Covers general warnings, handling precautions, and product care to ensure safe operation.

Miscellaneous Safety Notes

Details specific safety aspects like avoiding opening the device and risks of electric shock from internal components.

6. Operating Elements

Number Buttons

Buttons used to select battery compartments for charging or displaying operating modes.

Function Buttons

Buttons for controlling display, current selection, and operating modes like Charge, Discharge, Refresh, and Test.

Battery Compartments

Slots designed for inserting rechargeable batteries for charging.

Display and Indicators

Shows various charging parameters like voltage, current, capacity, and time elapsed.

7. Operation

a) Power Adapter

Instructions for connecting the power adapter to the charger and the mains socket.

b) Operation Modes

Overview of the four operating modes: Charge, Discharge, Refresh, and Test.

c) Charging Mode

Details on setting charging current, voltage display, and charging process restrictions.

d) Discharging Mode

Procedure for discharging batteries to minimize memory effect before charging.

e) Refresh Mode

Process to restore battery capacity by repeated charging and discharging cycles.

f) Test Mode

Procedure for checking the rechargeable battery's capacity and assessing its lifespan.

g) Tickle Charging

Automatic mode to maintain batteries at full charge after the main charging cycle.

8. Disposal

a) Product Disposal

Guidance on disposing of the electronic device as recyclable waste according to regulations.

b) Rechargeable Batteries Disposal

Instructions for returning used rechargeable batteries and avoiding household waste disposal.

9. Technical Data