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Blue Smart IP22 Charger

UL compliance supplement - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

  1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for Blue Smart Charger models.

  2. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

  3. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Victron Energy may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

  4. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

  5. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:

    1. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger;

    2. that extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and

    3. that wire size is large enough for ac ampere rating of charger.

  6. Do not operate the charger with damaged cord or plug; contact your service agent or the manufacturer.

  7. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; contact your service agent or the manufacturer.

  8. Do not disassemble the charger; contact your service agent or the manufacturer when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

  9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

  10. WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

    1. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

    2. Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the battery.

  11. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

    1. Consider having someone close enough by to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.

    2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.

    3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.

    4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.

    5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a battery or engine.

    6. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or an other electrical part that may cause explosion.

    7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.

    8. Do not use the battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

    9. NEVER charge a frozen battery.

  12. PREPARING TO CHARGE

    1. If it is necessary to remove the battery from a vehicle prior to charging, always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.

    2. Be sure that the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged

    3. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.

    4. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, such as valve regulated lead acid batteries, carefully follow the charging instructions of the manufacturer.

    5. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.

    6. Determine the nominal voltage of the battery by referring to the owner’s manual of the vehicle and make sure it matches the output rating of the battery charger.

  13. CHARGER LOCATION

    1. Locate the charger as far away from the battery as DC cables permit.

    2. Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery will corrode and damage the charger.

    3. Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery will corrode and damage the charger.

    4. Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.

    5. Do not set a battery on top of the charger.

  14. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

    1. Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after removing the AC cord from the electric outlet. Never allow clips to touch each other.

    2. Attach clips to battery and chassis as indicated in 15(e), 15(f), 16(b), through 16(d).

  15. FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY:

    1. Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.

    2. Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.

    3. Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,–) post.

    4. Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see (e). If the positive post is grounded to the chassis, see (f).

    5. In case of a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the battery charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to the chassis or engine block of the vehicle, away from battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or the engine block. Connect the AC cord to the socket.

    6. In case of a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip to the chassis or engine block of the vehicle, away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or the engine block. Connect the AC cord to the socket.

    7. When disconnecting the charger, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clip from the chassis of the vehicle, and finally remove the clip from the battery terminal.

    8. See “Charge alogorithms” for length of charge information.

  16. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

    1. Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.

    2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) battery post.

    3. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.

    4. Do not face the battery when making the final connection.

    5. When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of the connecting procedure and break the first connection while as far away from battery as practical.

    6. A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.

  17. AC POWER CORD AND GROUNDING PRECAUTIONS

    1. Charger should be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock. Charger is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

    2. DANGER – Never alter AC cord or plug provided – if it will not fit outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock.

    3. This appliance is rated more than 15 amperes and is for use on a circuit having a nominal rating of 120 volts and is factory-equipped with a specific electric cord and plug to permit connection to an acceptable electric circuit. Make sure that the charger is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this charger.

  18. MAINTENANCE

    1. The Blue Smart Charger is maintenance free.

    2. When cleaning the charger remove the plug from the power socket. Then use a damp cloth to clean the exterior.

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