Invacare 5A Lead Acid Battery Charger
User Manual
Product Description
This document is the user manual for the Invacare 5A Lead Acid Battery Charger, model PF2405SL. It provides essential information for safe and effective operation.
Features
The charger features a POWER LED indication (A) and a CHARGING LED indication (B).
Description of Charger Unit: The charger is a rectangular unit with ventilation slots on the top and sides. It has a power cord for AC input and a connector cable with a plug for connecting to the battery.
LED Display
| LED | Status |
|---|---|
| POWER LED | Solid Yellow: AC power is on |
| CHARGING LED | Red rapid flash: Fault |
| Red flash: Standby | |
| Red solid: Charging | |
| Green solid: Fully charged |
Symbols on Product
- General Warning: Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if not avoided.
- Read Manual: Read the user manual.
- Indoor Use Only: For indoor use only.
- Authorized Service: Service and repairs may only be carried out by an authorized person.
- No Flames/Sparks: Avoid naked flames and sparks.
- Hot Surface: Caution, hot surface.
- AC/DC: Alternating current. Direct current.
- CE Mark: This product bears the CE declaration of conformity.
- C-Tick: C-Tick (Australian EMC).
- TÜV SÜD: TÜV SÜD certified compliance with EN60601.
Cautions and Warnings
General Precautions
Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings. This charger is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the charger by a person responsible for their safety.
Specific Warnings
Risk of Electric Shock
WARNING! Do not attempt to open or modify this charger in any way. No user serviceable parts inside.
Explosive Gases
WARNING! Prevent flames and sparks. Provide adequate ventilation during charging.
Safety Instructions
- Failure to follow warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all safety warnings and instructions for future reference.
- For indoor use only. Do not expose to rain, snow, or damp conditions.
- The charger must be placed in a well-ventilated area, protected from direct sunlight and inflammable surfaces, paper textiles, etc.
- To reduce the risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation holes on the charger.
- Before each use, check the charger case, cables, and socket for damage. Contact your provider if any damage is found. Do not open the charger yourself; have repairs performed only by a qualified technician.
- Contact your provider if unsure about operation.
- Keep the charger out of children's reach. Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the charger.
- Only use the charger for gel or AGM batteries (16-60 Ah).
- Disconnect the AC Input supply before plugging or unplugging connections to the battery.
- Unplug both the DC output and AC Input power cord when batteries are fully charged.
- The case temperature may exceed 41°C in certain circumstances. Avoid touching the case directly.
- For normal use, the charger requires no maintenance beyond general cleaning. Use a soft, possibly damp cloth for cleaning.
- The charger is supplied with a polarized plug. The charging plug must not be dismantled or modified.
- Power Cord EU Version: A certified power cord must be used. Comply with relevant national installation and equipment regulations. Use a certified power supply cord not lighter than ordinary polyvinyl chloride flexible cord (H03VV-F) or a flexible cord of synthetic rubber (H05RR-F) with conductors providing a cross-sectional area of 3G, 0.75mm² minimum.
Operating Instructions
Ensure the battery charger output voltage matches the connecting battery's voltage.
- Connect the battery charger to the charging socket of the mobility device.
- Connect the power cord. The yellow POWER LED indicates that AC power is on.
For more information about charging status, refer to Section 1.3 LED Display.
Troubleshooting
- POWER LED is off: Check that the charging cable is correctly connected. If the LED remains off, the battery charger may be faulty; contact your provider.
- CHARGING LED is off: Check that the charging cable is correctly connected.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | PF2405SL |
| Output current (DC) | 5 A |
| Floating voltage (DC) | 24 V Rated |
| Input current (AC) | 2.2 – 1.1 A |
| Input voltage (AC) | 100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C – 40 °C |
| Battery application | 24 V gel or AGM batteries (16 Ah – 60 Ah) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 160 mm x 100 mm x 55.5 mm |
| Weight | 500 g |
