Black & Decker BDPC10USB, Original Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions

Power source requirements

The power source must provide 12 Vdc and must be able to 
supply the necessary current to operate the load.

Warning! 

The power converter must be connected only to 

batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 Volts. The 
appliance will not operate from a 6 Volt battery and will 
sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 Volt battery.

Connection to a power source.

The power converter comes equipped with a 12 Vdc 
accessory plug (4) for connection to a dc power source.

Connecting to a power source using the 12 Vdc 
accessory plug (fig. A - C)

The tip of the plug is positive (+) and the side contact is 
negative (-).



Unfold the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) from the body of 
the stick to one of the 5 preset positions.



Connect the power converter to the power source by 
inserting the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) firmly into the 
accessory outlet of a vehicle or other dc power source.



The green LED (3) will light when a good connection is 
made.



Lift the USB cover (2) to allow access to one or both of 
the USB ports (1).



Plug the USB connector from the equipment you wish to 
operate into the USB port (1) and run the appliance as 
normal.

Note: 

Some data cables provided by your mobile phone 

manufacturer do not support charging from a standard USB 
outlet.  Check with your mobile phone manufacturer for a 
suitable charging cable.

Note: 

You can operate two USB devices simultaneously.

Warning! 

Do not use with positive ground electrical 

systems, (i.e older vehicles).

Warning! 

A reverse polarity connection will result in a blown 

fuse and may cause permanent damage to the power 
converter.
The power converter may be used whether or not the 
vehicles engine is running. However, the power converter 
may not operate while the engine is starting because the 
battery voltage can drop substantially during cranking.

Warning! 

Loose connectors may cause overheated wires 

and melted insulation. Check to make sure you have not 
reversed the polarity. Damage due to reversed polarity is not 
covered by our guarantee.

Protective features of the power converter

Your appliance monitors the following potentially hazardous 
conditions:



Low voltage protection

. This condition is not harmful 

to the appliance but could damage the power source.



The appliance will automatically shut down when the 
input voltage drops to 10.5 +/- 0.5 Vdc. The charger will 
automatically reset when the voltage improves to 
11.5 V. 



Short circuit protection

. A reverse polarity or short 

circuit condition may cause external or internal fuses to 
open and may cause irreversible damage to the 
appliance. Take extra care to insure a correct polarity 
connection.



Overload protection

. The power inverter will 

automatically shut down when the continuous load 
exceeds the rated wattage. When the overload is 
removed, reset the appliance by removing the 12 Vdc 
accessory plug and re-insert the 12 vdc accessory plug.

Hints for optimum use

For best results, the appliance should be placed on a flat 
and/or solid surface. The appliance should only be used in 
locations that meet the following criteria:



DRY

 - Do not allow water or other liquids to come into 

contact with the appliance.



COOL

 - The surrounding air temperature should be 

between 4°C and 40°C (39°F and 105°F). Ideally 
between 15°C and 25°C (60°F and 80°F). Keep the 
appliance away from direct sunlight, when possible.



WELL VENTILATED

 - Keep the area surrounding the 

appliance clear to ensure free air circulation.



Do not place items on or over the appliance during 
operation. The appliance will shut down if the internal 
temperature gets too hot.



SAFE

 - Do not use the appliance near flammable 

materials or in any locations that may accumulate 
flammable fumes or gases. This is an electrical 
appliance that can briefly spark when electrical 
connections are made or broken.

Troubleshooting

If the green LED indicator (3) is not lit:



Check that all the dc connections are connected 
correctly.



Check the tightness of the dc connections.

Note: 

Make sure that your accessory outlet is live. You may 

need to turn the ignition key to the accessory position.
If the red LED indicator (3) is lit, one of the following 
conditions has occurred:



Low voltage protection.