EGS 3500 - Battery charger EINHELL - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Einhell
Model	EGS 3500
Product type	Power station with jump start assistance
Internal battery voltage	12 V
Internal battery capacity	18 Ah
Low voltage outputs	3 V, 6 V, 9 V (unregulated)
Max current low voltage outputs	1 A (total)
12 V output (cigarette lighter socket)	10 A max
Jump start assistance	12 V, 600 A max (5 seconds)
Integrated lamp	12 V / 5 W
Mains power supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz
External charger (power supply)	15 V / 1000 mA
Charging time	Approx. 24 hours
Low voltage output protection	2 A fuse
Charge indicators	Red LED (charging) and green LED (charged)
Internal battery status indicators	Green LED (full) and red LED (empty)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry, soft cloth; do not use aggressive detergents
Safety	Wear protective goggles and gloves; avoid flames and sparks; do not charge non-rechargeable batteries
Spare parts and repairability	Fuse and lamp replaceable; spare parts available via article number and identification number
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - EGS 3500 EINHELL

How to charge the power station?

Set the switch to the CHA position. Connect the cable of the supplied power adapter to the CHARGE socket. Plug the adapter into a 230V outlet. Charging takes approximately 24 hours. The red LED indicates charging, the green LED lights up when charging is complete.

Can I use the power station to start my car?

Yes, if the car battery is partially discharged (not completely flat). Make sure the power station is fully charged. Set the switch to OFF. Connect the red cable (+) to the positive terminal of the battery and the black cable (-) to the vehicle ground. Do not exceed 5 seconds of starting.

What outputs are available and what are their limits?

The power station has three low voltage outputs: 3V, 6V, 9V with a maximum total current of 1A. It also has a 12V cigarette lighter socket supporting up to 10A. Finally, a jump start function provides up to 600A for 5 seconds.

How do I know if the internal battery is fully charged?

During charging, the red LED (position 4) lights up. Once the battery is fully charged, the green LED (position 3) also lights up. For battery status without charging, the green LED (position 2) indicates full charge and the red LED (position 1) indicates empty battery.

Can I charge sensitive electronic devices (camera, GPS) via the 3/6/9V outputs?

Caution: These outputs are unregulated, which may damage some electronic devices. Consult your device manual before connecting. Preferably use the 12V output with a suitable adapter for sensitive devices.

What should I do if the fuse blows on the low voltage outputs?

Disconnect the device. Replace the fuse with one of the same rating: 2 A. The fuse is located next to the ON/OFF switch. Never replace with a fuse of a different rating.

How to replace the lamp of the power station?

Turn off the power station. Rotate the lamp holder counterclockwise and remove it. Gently remove the lamp with a cloth by turning slightly. Reassemble in reverse order. Use a replacement lamp 12V / 5W.

What safety precautions should I observe?

Always wear protective goggles and gloves against acid. Avoid flames and sparks, as explosive gases can be released. Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries. Ensure good ventilation. Wash any acid contact immediately.

How to clean the power station?

Use only a dry, soft cloth. Never use aggressive detergents or liquids. If necessary, you can slightly dampen the cloth. Always unplug the device before cleaning.

What should I do if the power station does not charge?

Check that the switch is set to CHA. Ensure the mains socket is working and the power adapter is properly connected. If the red LED does not light up, the adapter or the power station may be defective. Contact customer service stating the type and article number.

USER MANUAL EGS 3500 EINHELL

Please read the directions for use carefully and observe the information provided. It is important to consult these instructions in order to acquaint yourself with the appliance, its proper use and safety precautions.

1. Important notes!

It is imperative to wear goggles and gloves when charging the battery. There is a high risk of injury from the corrosive acid.
- To prevent sparking due to electrostatic discharge, never wear clothes made of synthetic materials when charging the battery.
- CAUTION! Explosive gases - avoid flames and sparks.
- The energy station contains components such as the switch and fuse that may cause arcing and sparking. Mark sure the garage or room is well ventilated!
- Never use the energy station to charge „non-rechargeable batteries“ or defective batteries.
Note the instructions published by the battery manufacturer.
- Danger! Avoid flames and sparks. Explosive electrolytic gas is released during charging.
- Protect from rain, splashing water and damp conditions.
- Never place the charger on a heated surface.
- Caution! Battery acid is corrosive. If any acid is splashed on your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately with soap suds. If acid is splashed in your eyes, rinse them immediately with water (for 15 minutes) and consult a doctor.
- Never charge non-chargeable batteries.
Note the data and instructions published by the vehicle manufacturer concerning the charging of batteries.
- Do not charge several batteries simultaneously.
- Keep children away from the battery and the energy station.
- Danger! There is an acute risk of explosion if there is a pungent smell of gas. Do not switch off the appliance. Do not disconnect the charging clamps. Ventilate the room immediately and

thoroughly. Have the battery inspected by a customer service workshop.

• Examine your appliance for signs of damage. Have defective or damaged parts repaired or replaced by a customer service workshop unless otherwise stated in these operating instructions. Damaged switches have to be replaced by a customer service workshop.
• Observe the mains voltage (230 V (50 Hz)).
• Wear acid-proof safety gloves and goggles whenever you connect up and charge the battery and whenever you fill in acid or top up with distilled water.
• Please remember that improper handling of electrical equipment may result in hazards that are not always recognised by children.
  Always switch off the energy station when it is not in use.
• Examine the energy station for signs of damage before each use.

Disposal

• Batteries: Dispose of unwanted batteries only via automotive workshops, special battery collection stations or special waste collection centres. Ask your local authorities for details.

Important

• The energy station is equipped with a maintenance-free storage battery, which is only partially charged when delivered.
• The energy station's storage battery needs to be fully charged before the unit is used for the first time!
• The storage battery discharges automatically when the energy station is not used for a long time.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit for charging purposes.

Environmental protection

Please remember that packaging, old batteries and defective storage batteries do not belong in your household refuse. Dispose of these items through the proper channels.

2. Items supplied

1 energy station
1 power supply unit for charging
1 connecting cable with cigarette lighter plug

3. Technical data

Storage battery: 12 V/18 Ah

Output voltages, non-stabilised: 3 V; 6 V; 9 V

Max. current consumption: 1 A

Output voltages / 12 V / 10 A via 1 cigarette

max. current consumption: lighter socket

Starting aid: 12V / 600A max.5 sec.

Power supply unit:

Mains voltage: 230V 50Hz

Output from power supply unit:

Nominal voltage: 15V

Nominal current: 1000mA

Nominal power: 7.5 VA

Lamp 12 V / 5 W

4. Charging the energy station with the power supply unit

1. Set the ON/OFF switch (Figure 1 / Item 1) to "CHA" position.
2. Plug the connecting cable of the supplied power supply unit in the charging socket "CHARGE" (Figure 1 / Item 7) on the unit.
3. Plug the power supply unit into a mains socket outlet for 230V(50Hz
4. It takes around 24 hours to charge the energy station.
5. The red LED (Figure 2 / Item 4) lights up in charging mode and indicates that charging has commenced. When charging is completed, i.e. when the storage battery is fully charged, the green LED (Figure 2 / Item 3) lights up as well.
6. Never use the supplied cigarette lighter cable to charge the energy station.

5. Outputs

Output 12 V cigarette lighter socket. max 10 A.

The 12 V output (Figure 1 / Item 2) can be loaded with max. 10 A, i.e. you have max. 10 A at your disposal.
- Check the power and power consumption values of the consumer to ensure that you do not overload the energy station. If you only know the power data of the consumer you can calculate the max. current very easily.

Example:

Consumer: 12 V / 50 W

The current consumption is 50W / 12V

= 4.17A

• Use the supplied connecting cable to link the 12V output socket with a suitable consumer
• Remove the caps to use the 12V output and connect the consumer.
• Then press the switch (Figure 1 / Item 1).

Output 3V / 6V / 9V max.1A

• All three outputs together can be loaded with max. 1 A, i.e. you have max. 1 A at your disposal.
• The stabilisation of the 3 V, 6V and 9 V outputs may be insufficient for certain electronic appliances (video cameras, laptops, etc.). Please consult the appliance's operating manual before you connect it up. Pay special attention to any information it contains about special accessories (e.g. adapters for connecting video cameras to 12 V cigarette lighter sockets in cars, etc.).
  These outputs are protected by a miniature fuse located at the front of the energy station near the ON/OFF switch. Replace a damaged fuse only with one of identical amperage.
• Use a suitable connecting cable to link the 3V-6V-9V output socket at the front of the energy station to the unit requiring voltage.

Check that the voltage and current ratings of the consumer units will not overload the energy station.

Overloading may destroy the energy station.

6. To operate the lamp (12 V / 5 W)

Proceed as follows to switch on the lamp:

• Move the switch (Figure 1 / Item 1) to „ON“ position.
  The lamp is switched on and off using the switch (Figure 1 / Item 5).

7. Starting aid for motor vehicles

• The jumper cables with the pole clamps are located in the storage compartment on both sides of the energy station.
• When the jumper cables are not in use, do not remove them from the energy station.
• Caution! Risk of short-circuiting if the pole clamps touch each other.
• Use the energy station as a source of starting aid only when the vehicle battery is partially discharged. The energy station is designed to provide the car battery with only a limited charge.
  The energy station is not suitable for starting a vehicle with a fully discharged battery.

The energy station's starting aid function provides welcome help when a vehicle's battery lacks sufficient charge to start the vehicle without difficulty.

We wish to point out that even standard vehicle models are equipped with numerous electric modules (e.g. ABS, ASC, fuel injection pump, on-board computer and car phone). The higher starting voltage and voltage peaks may cause damage to electronic components. No product liability can be accepted for any damage resulting from the energy station's starting aid function. Please read the information in the operating manuals of your vehicle, radio, car phone, etc. Important! The energy station has to be charged to full capacity in order to be able to draw a current of 600 A for 5 seconds.

How to use the energy station to start a vehicle

1. The switch (Figure 1 / Item 1) must be set to "OFF" position.
2. Connect the red cable (+) of the energy station to the POSITIVE pole (+) of the vehicle battery.
3. Connect the black cable (-) of the energy station to the vehicle's earthing strip or any other bare point on the engine block (earth). Choose a point as far away as possible from the battery in order to prevent ignition of any explosive electrolytic gas which may develop.
4. With the energy station connected, you can now try to start the engine. Do not attempt to start the vehicle for longer than 20 seconds because of the very high current involved.
5. First disconnect the pole clamp from the vehicle's earthing strip (negative pole).
6. Then disconnect the jumper cable from the POSITIVE pole (+) of the vehicle battery.
7. The energy station will need to be recharged after giving this starting aid.

8. Battery status monitoring

The LEDs (Figure 2 / Items 1 and 2) indicate the status of the storage battery.

The green LED (Item 2) lights up when the storage battery is fully charged. The red LED (Item 1) also lights up when the storage battery in the energy station is discharged. The energy station must then be recharged.

The LEDs (Figure 2 / Items 3 and 4) provide information on the charge status of the storage battery.

The red LED (Figure 2 / Item 4) lights up as soon as you start to charge the energy station. When the energy station is fully charged the green LED (Item 3) will also light up.

9. Replacing the lamp

Important! The lamp must be switched off.

Proceed as follows to replace the lamp.

1. Turn the lamp socket (Figure 3 / Item 1) anticlockwise.
2. Pull the lamp socket out of the casing in the energy station.
3. Remove the lamp carefully with a cloth pressing the lamp carefully into the casing and twisting it slightly anti-clockwise.
4. The lamp can now be removed. Take care not to destroy the reflector.
5. To install the new lamp, proceed in reverse order.

10 Maintenance and care

• Be sure to switch off the energy station and disconnect all cables from the unit whenever you perform any cleaning or maintenance work.
• As far as possible, use only a soft dry cloth without any aggressive solvents to clean the surface. If absolutely necessary, use a slightly dampened rag to remove dirt.

11 Ordering spare parts

1. Please provide the following information if you need any spare parts:
2. Type of unit
3. Article number of the unit
4. Identification number of the unit
5. Spare part number of the required spare part

akumulator: 12 V/18 Ah

The guarantee period begins on the sales date and is valid for 2 years.

Responsibility is assumed for faulty construction or material or functional defects.

Any necessary replacement parts an necessary repair work are free of charge.

We do not assume responsibility for consequential damage.

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