Freeplay Energy Freecharge (Old) User Manual
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FREEPLAY 2 YEAR WARRANTY
FREEPLAY MOBILE PHONE CHARGER
! The original invoice or sales receipt (indicating the date of purchase, product type and dealer's name) is
presented together with the defective unit.
! The complete unit is returned to the manufacturer or country distributor, postage paid.
! The unit has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not
authorised by the manufacturer.
! All service work is undertaken by the manufacturer or appointed agents.
! Any defective unit or part shall become the property of the manufacturer.
! This warranty is in addition to your statutory rights.
PRECAUTIONS
CHARGING
MANUAL CHARGING
ADAPTER CHARGING
FEATURES
Freeplay direct charge wind-up generator
Optimum charge level indicator for ease of use, indicated by green LED.
Interchangeable adapter modules to suit your specific mobile phone.
Power button to initiate download charge to your mobile phone, indicated by red LED.
Soft touch plastic to enhance gripping.
Recharge capability using phone’s original adapter, with internal rechargeable Ni-MH battery.
When connected to your mobile phone, the FreeCharge may affect mobile phone reception if cranked while
placing or receiving a call. The charging performance of the FreeCharge may be affected by temperatures
below 0ºC (60ºF) or above 40ºC (100ºF). When cleaning, do not use abrasives or chemicals. Only use a
damp cloth with mild detergents. Do not immerse this product in water. Do not open the product casings
other than when disposing of the unit.
Manual Charging
To charge manually, flip out the handle and wind, ensuring the green LED effort level indicator is illuminated.
Talk and standby times provided by the FreeCharge are dependent on duration and level of winding effort,
and the type of mobile phone used.
Performance will vary from user to user - predictable results are identified through experimentation and
practice. The longer and harder you wind, the more energy is transferred to the phone. The FreeCharge may
be wound separately or whilst connected to the mobile phone.
Adapter Charging
To charge the FreeCharge, use the phone’s own charging adapter and insert its connector into the correct
adapter module for your phone, which is in turn inserted into the FreeCharge base unit. The Green LED
situated on the base unit will illuminate to indicate charging. The actual time taken depends upon the wall
charger used.
To charge the mobile phone, insert the adapter module’s connector into the mobile phone. Switch on by
pressing the power button on the adapter module. The red LED will light, indicating charging is in progress.
(The mobile phone display should indicate that it is charging.) The duration of the charging cycle is
dependent on the level of charge provided by the winding mechanism or the wall adapter. Once the energy
from FreeCharge has been transferred to the phone, the red LED will go out, indicating that charging has
ceased.The user can also control the duration of the charging process by terminating the transfer of energy
at any time by pressing the power switch.
Internal Battery
For best results, the FreeCharge’s internal battery requires a conditioning charge prior to first use.
This is achieved by a vigorous wind for at least 45 seconds followed by a 24 hour wall charge. The
FreeCharge can, however, be used immediately in the wind-up mode.
Power Source:
Internal
AC alternator driven by crank handle via a transmission
External
Your specific mobile phone charger
Rechargeable Battery:
Rechargeable 3 cell Ni-MH battery pack.
Performance:
Talk time: 45-second wind
2-4 minutes
Talk and standby times provided by FreeCharge are dependent on duration and level of winding effort and
the type of mobile phone used.
Dimensions:
FreeCharge Base Unit:
Height
54mm
2.1 inches
Length
137mm
5.4 inches
Width
63mm
2.5 inches
Weight
310g
11.5 oz
Adapter Module:
Weight 40g
1. Adapter Module
2. Power Button
3. Module Release Clip
The
clip is illuminated by a
Red LED when the power
button is activated.
4.Optimal Wind Indicator.
The Green LED illuminates
when optimal wind level is
reached or when the unit is
being charged by the wall
adapter.
5. Winder Handle
OPERATION
Congratulations on purchasing the FreeCharge
"The only mobile phone charger you will ever need.”
Please read these operating instructions carefully before using your radio and retain them for easy
reference.
Record the serial number, to be quoted when dealing with Freeplay or a recognised Freeplay distributor
regarding this product:
Serial number:___________________________________
Incorporating fail-safe Freeplay wind-up technology, the FreeCharge affords an independent energy source
for users of mobile phones. The FreeCharge is a compact, lightweight and rugged device, guaranteeing
reliable mobile energy for the phone user on demand.
The manufacturer undertakes that, if within 2 (two) years of purchase, this appliance or any part
thereof is proved to be defective by reason of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option
repair or replace the same free of charge for labour or materials on condition that:
This warranty excludes the batteries and damage caused by misuse or neglect.
Register with Freeplay and stand to win other Freeplay Products. To register please complete the online
registration form at:
www.freeplayenergy.com
Customer Care: [email protected]
SPECIFICATIONS
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To wind, fold out the handle fully.
Insert / remove
Adapter module.
Alternatively, insert mobile phone’s wall
charger to charge internal battery.
Wind handle clockwise or anticlockwise to
charge the internal battery.