Pro-Peak 2500VPG2 User Manual

PRO-PEAK 2500VPG2 AC/DC Delta Peak Charger Item No. O-IP2500VPG2
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Pro-Peak 2500 VPG2 AC/DC charger, we are sure you will be pleased with its performance. In order to ensure you obtain
the maximum from its operation, please read the following instruction manual carefully. Should there be any aspects of it you do not understand, please
contact your point of purchase or Ripmax customer services for advice
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USING CHARGER - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• ThisPro-PeakchargerisNOT suitable for children under 14 years of age.
• ONLY charge rechargeable type Ni-Cad & Ni-MH battery packs. Never charge other
battery types. When quick charging, ONLY charge suitable ‘Quick Charge’ Ni-Cad or
Ni-MH battery packs. DO NOT charge other types of pack.
• DO NOT mix old and new cells or cells of different makes.
• ThechargingofbatteriescreatesHEAT. Both the Pro-Peak charger and the battery pack
will become WARM during charging, this is normal. DO NOT place the charger or battery
pack on any surface that can be affected by heat. Always charge on a heat resistant
surface.
• Alwaysensurethechargerandbatterypackhaveadequateventilationaroundthem.
DO NOT charge in an enclosed space.
• DO NOT cover charger ventilation openings.
• Ifthebatterypackbecomesextremelyhot-untouchable-discontinuechargingimmediately.
The battery pack may be defective. Consult your dealer or Ripmax Customer Service.
• The battery to be charged should be at room temperature before charging. DO NOT
charge a HOT battery pack.
• Allowchargertocooldownfor10minutesafter2consecutivequickcharges.
• ALWAYS follow charging instructions.
• ALWAYS remove battery pack from device (car, boat etc.) before charging.
• NEVER charge batteries inside their device or with the device switched on.
• NEVER charge 2 battery packs in parallel.
• NEVER allow the charger in close proximity to water. If charger becomes wet, leave
overnight in a warm environment to dry. Connection if wet, is life threatening.
• NEVER dismantle charger. Service or repair should only be carried out by authorised
personnel. Contact your dealer or Ripmax for service/repair information.
• Battery and chargershould be monitored whilst charging takes place. DO NOT leave
unobserved (possible risk of fire).
CONNECTIONS OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
The Ripmax Pro-Peak 2500 VP G2 charger has two types of Power Input. Mains AC 220-
240V (50/60Hz) or 12V DC via an alternative power source, such as a battery or 12V output
power supply. These two power inputs allow charging at home or at the place of operation.
Under no circumstances should the two Power Inputs be connected at the same time.
The charger is designed for individual Power Input operation.
MAINS AC 220-240AV CONNECTIONS
• Connectthemainsleadtoawallsocket.
• Turn‘ON’themainswallsocketandthe‘RED’LEDwillflashevery2secondstoindicate
power to the charger, and the charger is ready for use. Turn ‘OFF’.
• Ifthe‘RED’LEDdoesnotflash,thisindicatesthatnopowerisreachingthecharger.Check
the fuse in the mains lead plug. Spare fuses can be purchased from most electrical shops.
Only use a fuse with the correct rating, 250V 3A, otherwise damage may occur to the
charger. This will not be covered under warranty.
DC 12V INPUT CONNECTION
• UsingthetwoCrocodileClipsontheendofthefixedleadexitingattherearofthecharger,
connect the ‘RED’ clip to the Positive (+) connection of the power source (i.e. battery etc.)
and the ‘Black’ clip to the Negative (-) connection.
• Onceconnectedthe‘RED’LEDwillflashevery2secondstoindicatethechargerisready
for use. Under no circumstances reverse the crocodile connections or attempt to connect
the DC crocodile clips to a 220~240v AC 60Hz power source. This will result in serious
damage to the charger, not covered under warranty, and possible electrocution.
• TheProPeak2500VPG2usesstandard4mmgoldbananatypeconnectors.
• Pleaseensureyouconnecttheplugstothechargerusingthecorrectpolarityasshownin
the following diagram.
• Redconnector=Postive(+)
• Blackconnector=Negative(-)
Crocodile Connectors
DC 12V Input
Mains Input
AC 240V 50/60-Hz
Negative (-) Black
Positive (+) Red
Charging
Green LED
(Complete/Finish)
Red LED
(Power / Fast Charge)
Negative (-) Black
Positive (+) Red
Variable Control Knob (Current)
Start

Pro-Peak 2500VPG2 Specifications

General

Brand	Pro-Peak
Model	2500VPG2
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English