User manual GRAUPNER MINILADER 3

[. . . ] It is essential to check that the polarity of the battery connector and the charge lead connector is correct (see Figs. Connect the discharged NiCd or NiMH battery pack to the charge lead attached to the charger. When LED lights up green, the battery connected to the output is fully charged. The pack is now fed a small trickle charge current. [. . . ] The unit is comprehensively protected against overload and short-circuit, and is maintenance-free in operation. a charge indicator LED is provided for the charge output. Before using the charger for the first time Please read right through these instructions before you use the charger for the first time. Keep these instructions in a safe place, and if you ever dispose of the equipment be sure to pass them on to the new owner. Important safety notes CAUTION: this battery charger must not be used by children under eight years of age. It is the adult's responsibility to instruct the child in the use of the charger in such a way that he or she is able to use the unit safely. It must be made clear to the child that the charger is not a toy, and that it is not permissible to play with it. - The adult must make the child aware of the fact that he or she may not carry out experiments with recharging non-rechargeable batteries and incorrect types of rechargeable batteries, due to the explosion hazard. - It is essential to check the battery charger at regular intervals for damage , especially to the cables , connectors and case. If the battery charger is damaged, it must not be used again until and unless it is repaired. Protect the charger from dust, damp, rain, heat (e. The charger should only be used in a dry environment. charger must be set up free-standing for charging. The top surface of the case is the charger's cooling The area, and must not be covered or wrapped in any way. Charger must never be left unsupervised when in use. The battery to be charged should be placed on a heat-resistant, non-inflammable surface before use. Keep The all inflammable and volatile materials well clear of the charging area. Charger must be disconnected from the mains supply before any battery is connected or disconThe nected. Cables attached to the charger must not be modified, and should not be coiled up when the charger The is in use. check the charger at regular intervals for damage to cables , connectors , case etc. [. . . ] Environmental Protection Notes Whenever you see this symbol on a product, in the user instructions or the packaging, it means that you must not dispose of that item, or the electronic components in it, in the ordinary domestic waste when it comes to the end of its useful life. The correct method of disposal is to take it to your local collection point for recycling electrical and electronic equipment. Individual markings indicate which materials can be recycled and re-used. You can make an important contribution to the protection of our shared environment by re-using the product, recycling the basic materials or recycling redundant equipment in other ways. [. . . ]