VARTA Plug Charger+ Instruction Manual

1. Introduktion

This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and efficient use of your VARTA Plug Charger+. This device is designed to charge NiMH rechargeable batteries of sizes AA, AAA, and 9V, and can also charge USB-powered devices simultaneously. Please read this manual thoroughly before first use and retain it for future reference.

Figur 1: Front view of the VARTA Plug Charger+ with four AA rechargeable batteries inserted. The charger is black with the VARTA logo prominently displayed. The LCD screen at the top shows charging progress indicators.

2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger

Observe the following safety precautions to prevent injury or damage to the charger and batteries:

• Only charge NiMH rechargeable batteries. Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries (e.g., alkaline, carbon-zinc) or other battery chemistries (e.g., Lithium-ion, NiCd) as this may lead to explosion, leakage, or personal injury.
• Opladeren eller batterierne må ikke skilles ad, ændres eller kortsluttes.
• Do not expose the charger to water, high humidity, or extreme temperatures.
• Ensure proper polarity when inserting batteries. Incorrect insertion can cause damage.
• Opbevares utilgængeligt for børn.
• Tag opladeren ud af stikkontakten, når den ikke er i brug, eller før rengøring.

Figur 2: This graphic highlights the charger's Advanced Safety Technology, including Time Cut-off, Minus-Delta-V Cut-off, Reverse Polarity Protection, Short Circuit Protection, and Bad Cell/Alkaline Detection.

3. Produktfunktioner

The VARTA Plug Charger+ offers several key features for efficient and safe battery charging:

• Universal kompatibilitet: Charges AA, AAA, and 9V NiMH rechargeable batteries.
• Individual Charging Channels: Allows charging of 1 to 4 AA/AAA batteries independently.
• USB-udgang: Integrated USB port for charging external devices.
• LCD-skærm: Clear display showing charging status in percentage.
• Avancerede sikkerhedsfunktioner: Includes short circuit protection, bad cell detection, reverse polarity protection, and automatic charge termination to prevent overcharging.

Figur 3: This image illustrates the charger's universal compatibility, supporting AAA, AA, and 9V NiMH rechargeable batteries.

Figur 4: This graphic highlights the individual charging channels, allowing 1 to 4 AA or AAA batteries to be charged independently.

4. Opsætning

1. Pak opladeren ud: Carefully remove the VARTA Plug Charger+ from its packaging. Inspect for any visible damage.
2. Strømtilslutning: Plug the charger directly into a standard wall power outlet. The LCD display will briefly illuminate.
3. Batteriindsættelse: Insert NiMH rechargeable batteries into the appropriate slots, ensuring correct polarity (+ and - terminals match the markings on the charger).

Figur 5: Front view of the VARTA Plug Charger+ without batteries, clearly showing the four AA/AAA charging slots and the two circular 9V battery charging terminals in the center.

Figur 6: Side view of the VARTA Plug Charger+, illustrating the integrated EU-style wall plug and a USB-A output port for charging external devices.

5. Betjeningsvejledning

5.1 Charging AA/AAA Batteries

1. Insert 1 to 4 AA or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries into the corresponding slots. Ensure the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the batteries align with the markings on the charger.
2. Once inserted, the LCD display will show the charging status for each battery individually, typically as a percentage.
3. Charging will begin automatically. The charger will stop charging once the batteries are fully charged to prevent overcharging.

5.2 Charging 9V Batteries

1. Insert one 9V NiMH rechargeable battery into the dedicated 9V terminals located in the center of the charger. Ensure correct polarity.
2. The LCD display will indicate the charging status for the 9V battery.
3. Charging will proceed until the battery is fully charged, then automatically terminate.

5.3 Opladning af USB-enheder

1. Connect your USB-powered device (e.g., smartphone, tablet) to the USB-A output port on the side of the charger using a compatible USB cable.
2. The charger will begin supplying power to your device. Note that charging USB devices may extend the charging time for batteries simultaneously inserted.

5.4 Forståelse af LCD-skærmen

LCD-displayet giver information om opladningsprocessen i realtid:

• Procenttage Indikatorer: Shows the approximate charge level (e.g., 0%, 35%, 64%, 100%) for each battery.
• USB-ikon: Indicates when a USB device is connected and charging.
• 9V Icon: Indicates when a 9V battery is charging.

Figur 7: Close-up of the charger's top LCD display, showing percentage indicators (0%, 35%, 64%, 100%) for charge status, along with icons for USB and 9V charging.

Figur 8: This graphic indicates an approximate charging time of 4 hours for four 1600 mAh AA batteries. Actual performance may vary based on battery capacity and condition.

6. Vedligeholdelse og pleje

• Clean the charger with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or solvents.
• Ensure the charging contacts are free from dust and debris.
• Opbevar opladeren på et køligt, tørt sted, når den ikke er i brug.
• Do not store batteries in the charger for extended periods after they are fully charged.

7. Fejlfinding

Charger not turning on / LCD not displaying:

Ensure the charger is securely plugged into a live power outlet. Check the power outlet with another device.

Batterier oplades ikke:

Verify that batteries are inserted with correct polarity. Ensure batteries are NiMH rechargeable type. The charger's bad cell detection feature may prevent charging of faulty or non-rechargeable batteries.

Langsom opladning:

Charging multiple batteries and a USB device simultaneously can extend charging times. Ensure the batteries are not excessively discharged.

8. Specifikationer

9. Garanti og support

The VARTA Plug Charger+ comes with a 3 års garanti. For product support, warranty claims, or additional information, please refer to the official VARTA consumer webwebsted eller kontakt deres kundeservice.

You can find more product information by visiting the following link: VARTA Product Information