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3. Intended use

This “V-CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo” charger has four independent charging channels, each of which features a col-

oured LED indicator and a control button.
The charger is designed to charge LiPo rechargeable batteries with 3 (rated voltage = 11.1 V) or 4 (rated voltage = 

14.8 V) cells.
The charging current for each channel can be set to 2 A, 3 A or 5 A. The maximum total charging power is 200 W 

(shared between the four channels). Each channel has a maximum charging power of 84 W.
The charger features a built-in balancer that monitors the voltage of each battery cell and ensures that all cells have 

the same voltage. 
The charger features a DC input (11 - 32 V/DC) and can be powered with a suitable DC power adapter, a car lead-acid 

battery, or a suitably powerful LiPo rechargeable battery.
Always observe the safety instructions and all other information in these operating instructions!
Read the operating instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Always provide these 

operating instructions when giving the product to a third party.
Using this product for any purposes other than those described above may damage the product and result in a short 

circuit, fire or electric shock. This product must not be modified or reassembled. Do not attempt to open the device 

housing.
This product complies with statutory national and European regulations. 

4. Delivery content

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Charger

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Connection cable for DC input (XT30 to XT60)

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CD with operating instructions

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Safety sheet

Up-to-date operating instructions           

Download the latest operating instructions at www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code on 

this page. Follow the instructions on the website.

Summary of Contents for 1590606

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Charger V CHARGE ECO Quad Lipo Item No 1590606 ...

Page 2: ...ration 6 6 Battery information 8 a General information 8 b Additional information about lithium rechargeable batteries 9 7 Product overview 11 8 Getting Started Operation 12 a Connecting the charger to the power supply 12 b Connecting a battery to the charger 12 c Charging a battery 13 9 Maintenance and cleaning 14 10 Disposal 15 a Product 15 b Batteries 15 11 Technical data 15 ...

Page 3: ...ality of our Voltcraft products at a near unbeatable price performance ratio We lay the groundwork for long good and successful cooperation Enjoy your new Voltcraft product All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners All rights reserved If there are any technical questions please contact International www conrad com contact United Kingdom www conrad electronic co ...

Page 4: ...ttery or a suitably powerful LiPo rechargeable battery Always observe the safety instructions and all other information in these operating instructions Read the operating instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place for future reference Always provide these operating instructions when giving the product to a third party Using this product for any purposes other than those described above m...

Page 5: ...nnel Always comply with accident prevention regulations for electrical equipment when using the product in industrial facilities Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly as it may become dangerous playing material for children Handle the product with care Impacts or falls even from a low height may damage the product If you are not sure how to operate the product correctly or if you...

Page 6: ...he rechargeable battery or charging cable which can lead to a fire or explosion Never leave the product unattended during use The charger comes with a range of safety mechanisms to ensure safe use However malfunctions may still occur from time to time Ensure there is sufficient ventilation during use never cover the charger To prevent the charger from overheating and causing a fire leave sufficien...

Page 7: ...use immediately and prevent un authorized use Disconnect the charger from the power supply and take it to a specialist repair centre or dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner Safe operation is no longer possible if the product is visibly damaged or stops working or if the product was stored in unfavourable conditions for an extended period or mishandled during transport Keep the produ...

Page 8: ...ee Technical data Batteries must not become damp or wet Never use battery packs that are made of different types of cells Disconnect the battery from your model before connecting it to the charger Never leave the battery con nected to a cruise control or autopilot system when it is charging This may damage the charger cruise control autopilot system or the battery Never charge discharge a battery ...

Page 9: ...ignificantly higher capacity than NiMH and NiCd batteries and are more lightweight This makes lithium batteries such as LiPo batteries particularly suitable for use in models However LiPo batteries require particular care to ensure safe use The following section provides an overview of the potential hazards associated with LiPo batteries and explains how these hazards can be avoided to ensure a lo...

Page 10: ...0 mAh max charging current 1000 mA 1 A The discharge current must not exceed the value stated on the battery For example if 20C is printed on the LiPo battery the maximum discharge current is 20 times the bat tery s capacity e g battery capacity 1000 mAh max discharge current 20C 20 x 1000 mA 20 A Exceeding the maximum current may cause the battery to overheat or become deformed which can lead to ...

Page 11: ... rated voltage 11 1 V 4 Cover 5 DC input 11 32 V DC stabilised voltage e g for connecting to an external car lead acid battery The charger has four independent charging channels Each charging channel has a connection XH socket for a 3 or 4 cell LiPo battery Do not connect more than one battery to each terminal The two sockets on each channel cannot be used at the same time ...

Page 12: ...ot already done so read the information in sections 5 and 6 Do you know the battery s specifications Do not connect or charge a battery if the specifications are not printed on the casing Never use an excessive charging current as this may cause the battery to overheat catch fire or ex plode Are all cables and plugs intact Do the plugs fit securely into the sockets Worn out plugs and damaged cable...

Page 13: ...d and fourth cells depending on the number of cells The last connection pin on the balancer plug is the positive pole of the last cell This means that the voltage between the two outer pins on the balancer plug is the same as the voltage on the two battery connections The charging current depends on the battery capacity see section 6 b Always refer to the specifica tions in the manufacturer s inst...

Page 14: ...m the charger Check the XH plug on the battery If necessary measure the voltage of each cell Allow the charger to cool down before using it again The LED will flash quickly when the charging process is complete Disconnect the battery from the charger Press the control button to stop the charging process Disconnect the charger from the power supply when you have finished using it Close all covers a...

Page 15: ...n the left Used batteries can be returned to local collection points our stores or battery retailers You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment 11 Technical data Operating voltage 11 32 V DC Maximum input current Approx 15 A Charging channels 4 Charging current 2 A 3 A or 5 A Charging power Up to 84 W per channel Up to 200 W in total Compatible b...

Page 16: ...ved Reproduction by any method e g photocopy microfilming or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor Reprinting also in part is prohibited This publication represent the technical status at the time of printing Copyright 2017 by Conrad Electronic SE 1590606_V3_1117_02_VTP_m_en ...

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