1. Introducció
This manual provides essential instructions for the safe and effective use of your Telwin Defender 12 electronic battery charger and maintainer. The Defender 12 is designed for charging and maintaining 6V and 12V batteries, including WET, GEL, AGM, MF, PbCa, and EFB types. It features specific charging programs for motorcycles and cars, an advanced low-temperature charging function, and an intuitive LCD screen.
2. Informació de seguretat
Read all safety warnings and instructions before using this product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
- Ventilació: Assegureu-vos que hi hagi una ventilació adequada quan carregueu les bateries. Les bateries poden produir gasos explosius.
- Protecció ocular: Utilitzeu sempre protecció ocular i roba protectora quan treballeu amb bateries.
- No es permet fumar/espurnes: No fumeu ni permeteu espurnes o flames a prop de la bateria o del carregador.
- Desconnecteu l'alimentació: Always disconnect the charger from the AC power outlet before making or breaking connections to the battery.
- Vol correctetage: Assegureu-vos que el carregador estigui configurat al volum correctetage (6V or 12V) for the battery being charged.
- Polaritat: Connecteu el positiu (+) clamp al terminal positiu (+) de la bateria i al cl negatiu (-)amp to the negative (-) battery terminal. The Defender 12 includes protections against reverse polarity.
- Protecció de sobrecàrrega: The unit is equipped with protection against overloads and short circuits.
- Resistència a l'aigua: The charger is resistant to dust, humidity, and water, but avoid submerging it or exposing it to heavy rain.
3. Característiques del producte
The Telwin Defender 12 offers advanced features for efficient and safe battery charging and maintenance:
- Electronic battery charger and maintainer with LCD screen.
- Compatible with 6V/12V WET, GEL, AGM, MF, PbCa, EFB batteries.
- Specific charging programs for motorcycles and cars.
- Automatic charge and maintenance function (Tronic).
- Three selectable charging voltages.
- COLD function for optimized charging and maintenance at low temperatures.
- Resistant to dust, humidity, and water for enhanced durability.
- Integrated protections against overloads, short circuits, and reverse polarity.
- Supplied with a cable and battery clamps.
Figura 1: Frontal view of the Telwin Defender 12 charger.
4. Configuració
Follow these steps to set up your Telwin Defender 12 charger:
- Desembalar: Carefully remove the charger and all accessories from the packaging. Inspect for any damage.
- Posició: Place the charger on a stable, dry surface, ensuring good ventilation. Keep it away from flammable materials.
- Connectar a la bateria:
- Connecteu el VERMELL positiu (+) clamp al terminal positiu (+) de la bateria.
- Connecteu el NEGRE cl negatiu (-)amp al terminal negatiu (-) de la bateria.
- Assegureu-vos que les connexions siguin segures i no presentin corrosió.
- Connecteu-vos a l'alimentació: Plug the charger's AC power cord into a suitable 230V AC (or local equivalent) wall outlet. The charger will power on and the LCD screen will illuminate.
Figure 2: Telwin Defender 12 with battery clamps.
5. Instruccions de funcionament
Once connected, the Defender 12 will automatically detect the battery voltage (6V or 12V) and begin the charging process. You can select specific modes using the 'MODE' button.
- Detecció automàtica: Upon connecting to the battery and power, the charger will automatically detect if it's a 6V or 12V battery and display the current voltage a la pantalla LCD.
- Selecció del mode: Premeu el botó MODE button to cycle through the available charging programs:
- Mode de motocicleta: For smaller capacity batteries (e.g., motorcycle, scooter).
- Mode cotxe: For standard car batteries.
- COLD Function: Activate this mode for optimized charging and maintenance in low-temperature environments (below 5°C / 41°F). This function adjusts charging parameters to compensate for cold conditions.
- Pantalla LCD: La pantalla LCD proporciona informació en temps real:
- Voltage: Mostra el volum actual de la bateriatage.
- Icona de la bateria: Indicates the charging status (e.g., empty, partially charged, full).
- Icona de mode: Shows the currently selected mode (e.g., motorcycle, car, snowflake for COLD).
- Procés de càrrega: The charger will automatically proceed through its multi-stage charging cycle, including bulk charge, absorption, and float/maintenance. Once the battery is fully charged, the unit will switch to maintenance mode to keep the battery at optimal charge without overcharging.
- Desconnexió: To disconnect, first unplug the charger from the AC power outlet, then remove the negative (-) clamp from the battery, followed by the positive (+) clamp.
Figure 3: Close-up of the LCD display and MODE button.
6. Manteniment
Proper maintenance ensures the longevity and reliable operation of your Telwin Defender 12 charger.
- Neteja: Desconnecteu el carregador de totes les fonts d'alimentació abans de netejar-lo. Netegeu l'exterior amb un drap suau i sec.amp tela. No utilitzeu productes químics aggressivs ni netejadors abrasius.
- Cable i Clamp Inspecció: Inspeccioneu regularment els cables de càrrega i el clampConsulteu si hi ha signes de danys, desfilada o corrosió. Substituïu els components danyats immediatament.
- Emmagatzematge: Store the charger in a cool, dry place when not in use. Keep it away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and moisture.
7. Solució De Problemes
If you encounter issues with your Telwin Defender 12, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| Charger does not power on / LCD is blank. | No AC power; Faulty power outlet; Damaged power cord. | Check AC power connection. Test the outlet with another device. Inspect power cord for damage. |
| Charger connected but not charging. | Incorrect battery connection; Battery is severely discharged or damaged; Incorrect mode selected. | Assegureu-vos de la polaritat correcta (+ a +, - a -). Comproveu el vol de la bateria.tage; if extremely low, it may not be recoverable. Select appropriate charging mode. |
| Error message on LCD. | Reverse polarity; Short circuit; Battery fault. | Desconnecta i torna a connectar clamps with correct polarity. Check for short circuits in cables or battery. If error persists, the battery may be faulty. |
| El carregador s'escalfa durant el funcionament. | Funcionament normal; Mala ventilació. | Some warmth is normal during charging. Ensure adequate ventilation around the charger. If it becomes excessively hot, disconnect immediately. |
For issues not listed here or if troubleshooting steps do not resolve the problem, please contact Telwin customer support.
8. Especificacions
| Especificació | Detall |
|---|---|
| Marca | Telwin |
| Número de model | 807607 |
| Tipus de bateries | WET, GEL, AGM, MF, PbCa, EFB |
| Voltage | 6V / 12V |
| Charging Programs | Motorcycle, Car, COLD Function |
| Mostra | Pantalla LCD |
| Característiques de protecció | Overload, Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity |
| Resistència ambiental | Dust, Humidity, Water Resistant |
| Accessoris inclosos | Cable amb clamps |
| Fabricant | Telwin |
| País d'origen | Xina |
9. Garantia i Suport
For information regarding the product warranty, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Telwin website. For technical support, spare parts, or service inquiries, please contact your authorized Telwin dealer or Telwin customer service directly.
Informació de contacte: Refer to the Telwin official website or your purchase receipt for the most up-to-date contact details.
