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Can the FreeCharge's internal battery be replaced?
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Yes, please consult your service manual or contact the Freeplay Customer Support Center for advice.
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I have a regular 5 Amp battery charger with crocodile connector clips, can I use it to charge the FreeCharge through the terminal posts?
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How do I know when the FreeCharge is fully charged?
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Read all recharging instructions in the user manual. The lights on the display bar indicate charge level.
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How can I test the battery in the FreeCharge to see if it needs to be replaced?
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The Manufacturer recommends that you use a 100 Amp battery load tester. Load the FreeCharge with a 100 Amp load (on terminal posts) and it should maintain at least 9 V DC.
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What products can my FreeCharge power or recharge?
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Most products compatible with a 12V DC power source.
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Is using the Step Input the only means to charge my FreeCharge?
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No. The FreeCharge can also be charged from either a DC or AC power source.
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How long will it take to charge my FreeCharge from the wall socket with the AC/DC charging adapter?
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It will take approximately 8 hours to fully charge the FreeCharge.
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Can I charge my 12V DC device while the FreeCharge is being charged either through the DC input or via the Crank?
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What materials are used in the FreeCharge and are they recyclable?
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The casings are made of polypropylene and glass-filled nylon. The transmission is made of a combination of acetyl, glass-filled nylon and aluminum, while the input levers, pedal and stabilizer arms consist of a glass-filled nylon. All plastic materials used are thermoplastics and can be recycled. The FreeCharge contains a non-spill rechargeable Lead Acid battery, which needs to be recycled according to regulations stipulated by your local authority. Please consult your user manual or contact the Freeplay Customer Support Center for more advice.
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How long will a fully charged battery retain its charge?
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The battery will self-discharge at 5% per month when the unit is stored at a temperature of 68 F. The self discharge rate increases with an increase in ambient temperature.
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Will I damage the FreeCharge if I crank the pedal too fast?
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No, the faster you crank the more energy you store in the internal battery.
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Can I over-crank the unit - does it ever stop you from cranking?
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No, you cannot over-crank the internal mechanism. It consists of simple gearbox, which drives an alternator, providing power to the internal battery.
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What type of rechargeable battery is used in the FreeCharge?
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The FreeCharge incorporates a non-spill rechargeable 12 V 7 Amp hour Lead Acid battery.
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How long does the warranty last?
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The FreeCharge has a 2 year warranty.
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Can I leave my FreeCharge charging from an AC wall charger all the time and unplug it when I need to use it?
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The FreeCharge should not be left on charge for longer than 24 hours.
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Should I discharge the FreeCharge's internal battery before recharging?
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No. The FreeCharge contains a non-spill Lead Acid battery, which does not require total discharge before recharging. Leaving a Lead Acid battery in a fully discharged state for an extended period of time will cause damage to the battery and limit its life.
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How long would it take to fully charge the Xantrex XPower PowerPack 400 Plus with the Freeplay Weza Portable Energy Source?
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While the Freeplay Weza Portable Energy Source can put out almost 4 Amp hours of a charge the maximum input charge the Xantrex XPower PowerPack 400 Plus will take is 2.5 Amp hours. This means it will take approximately 8 hours of continuous foot pumping (at an average pace) to fully charge the Xantrex XPower PowerPack 400 Plus.
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How do I connect the Xantrex XPower Powerpack 400 Plus to the Freeplay FreeCharge Weza Portable Energy Source?
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Each unit comes with a cigarette lighter plug. One end of the cigarette lighter plug plugs into the Xantrex XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and the other end plugs into the Freeplay FreeCharge Weza Portable Energy Source (you only need to use one of the cigarette lighter plugs).
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