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FreeCharge WEZA Portable Power Supply
Freeplay FreeCharge WEZA Portable Power Supply
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| Portable Power Supply |
Display and Controls
Battery Level
Indication - Pressing the battery level indicator button will
display the level of charge of the FreeCharge Internal battery. A
series of lights will illuminate in the Display Bar with six lights
indicating a full charge. After 5 seconds the display bar will shut
down to conserve energy.
Input Effort
Indication - the amount of human energy transferred into the
FreeCharge through the Step Treadle input is indicated on the
Display Bar. The more vigorous the step input, the more energy is
generated and consequently the more lights that will be illuminated.
When stepping has stopped, the Display Bar will show the battery
level for 5 seconds and then will shut down to conserve energy.
Charge Indication
- When receiving an input charge, the display bar will illuminate in
a linear fashion. Once the charging source is disconnected, the
Display Bar will show the battery level for 5 seconds and then will
shut down to conserve energy.
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| FreeCharge Control Panel |
Recharging the FreeCharge
There are three methods
in which the FreeCharge on-board battery can be recharged:
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Step Input.
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AC Power Source.
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DC Power Source -
including Solar Panels and Wind Turbines.
- Step Input
- Fold out stabilizer arms and
place FreeCharge on stable and level surface. At a rate of
60 - 70 steps per minute, the FreeCharge will generate
approximately 25 - 40 watts of energy, which is stored in
the internal battery. During the stepping process the
FreeCharge will display a Step Input Effort Indication. When
stepping is stopped a display bar will show battery level
for 5 seconds before powering down.
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| Step Treadle Charging |
- AC Power Source
- The FreeCharge is supplied
with an 18V 1.5A AC/DC adapter. To charge from the adapter,
plug it into the AC power wall outlet and insert the DC
output jack of the adapter into the DC socket of the
FreeCharge. The display bar will illuminate to indicate
charging. The FreeCharge will take 8 hrs. to fully recharge
from a totally discharged battery. Disconnect the adapter
within 24 hrs. of full charge. When charging is stopped a
display bar will show battery level for 5 seconds before
powering down.
DC Power Source
The FreeCharge is supplied with
a DC charging cable that enables charging from the cigarette
lighter socket of a vehicle or boat with a 12V DC system. A
meaningful charge will only be obtained if the vehicles engine
is running while connected to the FreeCharge. Plug one end of
the DC charging cable into the FreeCharge DC input socket and
the opposite end into the vehicles cigarette lighter socket. The
display bar will illuminate to indicate charging. Disconnect
cable to terminate charging. When charging is stopped a display
bar will show battery level for 5 seconds before powering down.
Solar Panels and Wind
Generators - The FreeCharge can be charged from a solar
panel or wind generator through the DC input socket. Ensure that
the input jack is the correct size and polarity (2.1mm, center
pin positive). Output from the solar panel or wind generator
must be intended for battery charging and have an output between
13V and 21V DC.
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| DC Power Charging Connection |
Operating DC Appliances
The FreeCharge can power
many DC accessories from the cigarette lighter type output socket
(DC Adapters not included). Power is supplied up to 12V DC and a
power consumption up to 0.4 Amps. Frecharge can deliver power to
operate an appliance while receiving a charge from the DC input
socket or the step treadle.
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| 12V DC Power Output Socket |
Jump Starting Other Batteries
The FreeCharge should
ideally be fully charged before attempting to jump start a boat or
or vehicle engine. Connect the jumper cables to the FreeCharge, red
cable to red positive terminal (+), black cable to the black
negative terminal (-) and tighten clamping nuts. Connect the
FreeCharge's red positive clamp to the receiving battery's positive
terminal (+) and then attach the the black negative clamp to the
battery's negative terminal. For best results, the connection should
be maintained for several minutes before attempting to crank the
engine. Crank the engine in 5 second cycles with rests in between.
The FreeCharge system can also be used to charge the receiving
battery directly through the use of the step treadle process.
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| Jump Start Connection |
Maintenance and Storage
The FreeCharge contains
a sealed maintenance free Lead Acid battery that should not be
stored in a fully discharged state. Fully recharge the FreeCharge
before storage. Battery self-discharge rate is 5% per month when
stored at a temperature of 68°F. The self-discharge rate increases
with an increase in ambient temperature. It is recommended to
recharge the battery every 3 months to prolong battery life if not
used regularly. Battery is replaceable and can be recycled at your
any recycling center that accepts auto batteries.
Power
Supply Characteristics
The following power
supply guidelines are typical performance characteristics and
results may vary between devices. Jump start performance results
will vary between engine size and configuration. The table below was
based on the following considerations:
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Step charging
characterized by an average 30 watt delivery (50 - 60 steps per
minute).
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Jump Start Step
Charge performance based on a fully discharged FreeCharge
battery and fully discharged (dead) vehicle battery.
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Jump Start
performance based on a 2 second crank period.
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Laptop must be
powered through an Inverter (not supplied).
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Electrical Device |
5 Minute Step
Charge |
Fully Charged |
| Cell Phone (1 watt) |
2 hrs. 10 min. |
70 hrs. |
| Satellite Phone (6
watt) |
20 min. |
12 hrs. |
| Portable DVD Player
(12 watt) |
10 min. |
6 hrs. |
| PDA (1 watt) |
2 hrs. 10 min. |
70 hrs. |
| Handheld GPS (0.8
watt) |
2 hrs. 35 min. |
87 hrs. |
| 12V 14" Television
(40 watt) |
3 min. |
1 hr. 45 min. |
| 12V GPS (5.5 watt) |
22 min. |
12 hrs. 40 min. |
| 12V Search Light (100
watt) |
2 min. |
40 min. |
| Laptop Computer (65
watt) |
2 min. 20 sec. |
1 hr. |
| 60 Watt Light Bulb |
2 min. 30 sec. |
1 hr. 10 min. |
| Jump Start 4 Cylinder
Auto |
1 cycle |
10 cycles |
| Jump Start 85 HP
Outboard Motor |
1 cycle |
10 cycles |
Frequently
Asked Questions
- Q. Can the FreeCharge
Internal battery be replaced?
- A. Yes. Battery can
be recycled at any location that accepts auto/marine
batteries.
- Q. I have a regular 5 Amp
battery charger with crocodile connector clips, can I use it
to charge the FreeCharge through the battery posts?
- A. Yes.
- Q. How do I test the
internal battery to see if it needs to be replaced?
- A. Use a 100 Amp
battery load tester. Load the FreeCharge with a 100 Amp load
on the terminal posts and it should maintain at least 9V DC.
- Q. How Long does it take
to fully charge the internal battery form the AC adapter and
household outlet?
- A. Approximately 8
hours.
- Q. Can I over crank the
unit or does it ever stop you from cranking?
- A. No, you can not
over-crank the internal mechanism. The faster you crank the
more energy you store in the internal battery.
- Q. Should I discharge the
FreeCharge internal battery before recharging?
- A. No, the internal
battery is a non-spill Lead Acid battery, which does not
require total discharging before recharging.
- Q. How long will a fully
charged battery retain its charge for?
- A. The battery will
self-discharge rate at 5% per month when stored at a
temperature of 68°F. The self-discharge rate increases with
an increase in ambient temperature.
Features
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Self sufficient
independent power supply
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Foldable stabilizer
arms make it easily portable and compact for storage. Ideal for
boats, RV's and homes.
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In emergency
situations, can be recharged by human activity through step
action on the step treadle.
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Powerful enough to
jump start a boat or automobile battery and power a wide array
of electrical devices such as cell phones, GPS's VHF radios,
etc.
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A definitive back-up
power supply for emergency situations.
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On board
rechargeable battery can be energized from AC or DC power, step
treadle and solar or wind power (solar panel & wind turbine not
included).
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12V auto adapter
output socket to power DC devices.
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LED Battery energy
level indicator.
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LED Effort indicator
when using the step treadle.
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Instructions include
a Service Manual with schematics and Troubleshooting Guide for
user serviceability.
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Accessories
included:
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waterproof carrying
bag.
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heavy duty 5ft.
jumper cables rated for 200 Amps.
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18V 1.5 Amp AC/DC
adapter charger for 110V charging.
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DC charger cable for
charging from vehicle or boat.
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service tool kit.
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Rechargeable
Battery: 12V 7Ah sealed lead acid.
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Four Recharging
Power Supply Options:
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Solar Panel/Wind
Turbine (not included) - rated for 12V with 30W min. rating.
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Wind-Up - step
treadle produces 25W - 40W energy (48W max).
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AC/DC adapter input.
Charge time 8 hrs. after full discharge
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DC input from 10.7V
to 21V (2.1mm center pin positive).
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Output:
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400 Amp max. draw
jump start terminals.
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12V 10 Amps
Cigarette lighter output socket (fused, self resettable).
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120 Watts max. DC
power.
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Color: gray.
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Dimensions: 11.4"h x
8.6"w x 18.2"l.
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Weight: 17.75 lbs
with battery.
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Warranty: 2 years
for defects in materials or workmanship.
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FreeCharge WEZA Portable Power Supply
- Price: $299.99
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