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Contents

Contents
Contents ..................................................................................................... 25
1 Introduction....................................................................................... 26

English
1.1 Foreword ................................................................................. 26
1.2 Contact details......................................................................... 26
2 Safety Information ............................................................................ 27
2.1 Explanation of safety alert signal words ................................. 27
2.2 General safety instructions ..................................................... 28
2.3 Safety instructions for the fuel cartridge (methanol) .............. 29
2.4 Correct use .............................................................................. 31
2.5 Waste disposal ........................................................................ 31
3 Mounting Instructions ....................................................................... 33
3.1 Product contents ..................................................................... 33
3.2 Tools ........................................................................................ 34
3.3 Important guidelines on choosing a location for installation .. 34
3.4 Planning the installation space ............................................... 36
3.5 Mounting the off-heat flange ................................................... 38
3.6 Mounting the mounting plate for the fuel cell ......................... 38
3.7 Creating openings for the off-heat duct and exhaust hose...... 39
3.8 Mounting the off-heat duct ...................................................... 41
3.9 Mounting the insulated exhaust hose...................................... 41
3.10 Installing the fuel cartridge holder ......................................... 42
3.11 Installing and connecting the operating panel ........................ 43
3.11.1 Mounting the flush-mounted operating panel ............... 43
3.11.2 Mounting the surface-mounted operating panel ........... 44
3.12 Electrical connections ............................................................. 45
3.12.1 Electrical connection via central electrical box ............. 46
3.12.2 Direct electrical connection to the battery..................... 47

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1 Introduction

1.1 Foreword
English

Thank you for choosing an EFOY fuel cell from SFC Energy AG. We hope you
enjoy using your new energy supply system!
These mounting instructions are intended to be used by suitably qualified
professionals. Please read these mounting instructions before mounting
the fuel cell for the first time, and refer to the relevant chapters in the user
manual for information about its further installation and use. Refer also to
the further installation instructions.
If you still have any questions about installing or using your fuel cell,
please contact the EFOY hotline.

Copyright by SFC Energy AG 2011. All rights reserved. No changes

permitted without prior notice.

1.2 Contact details

SFC Energy AG
Eugen-Sänger-Ring 7
85649 Brunnthal-Nord
Germany
Hotline: +49 89 / 673 5920
Freecall*: 00800 / 732 762 78
eMail: [email protected]
Web: www.efoy.com

*Calls can be placed free of charge from Germany, Belgium, Denmark, France, Great
Britain, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Sweden, Switzerland and Spain.

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2 Safety Information

2.1 Explanation of safety alert signal words

English
DANGER!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses
a high risk of death or serious physical injury.

WARNING!
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a
medium risk of death or serious physical injury.

CAUTION!
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, poses a slight risk
of mild or moderate physical injury or damage to property.

INFO:
Important information for the operator or user of the system.

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2.2 General safety instructions

Read the user manual before commissioning the fuel cell, and keep the
user manual close to the device at all times.
English

Follow all of the instructions in this user manual.

The EFOY fuel cell must not be opened.
The EFOY fuel cartridge must not be opened or refilled using excessive
force.
Modifications to the device constitute a safety hazard and may result in the
loss of your operating licence and nullify your warranty and guarantee.
Use original EFOY accessories only.

EFOY fuel cells and EFOY fuel cartridges must not be stored at
temperatures over 45°C and must not be operated at temperatures over
40°C.
Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
Operate the EFOY fuel cell only as specified in the installation
instructions, and in a well-ventilated space.
Keep EFOY fuel cells that have been switched off in frost-free storage or
use the automatic antifreeze feature.

Do not smoke in the vicinity of the EFOY fuel cell or EFOY fuel cartridge.
Protect from heat and ignition sources. Methanol is highly flammable!
A methanol spillage (e.g. after an accident or in the event of damage to the
EFOY fuel cell or EFOY fuel cartridge) poses a fire hazard. Keep away from
ignition sources and ensure good ventilation.
Leakage of a small quantity of methanol will evaporate, leaving no
residue.

Keep all EFOY fuel cells and EFOY fuel cartridges out of reach of children,
even when empty or only partly full.

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WARNING!
Methanol is toxic when inhaled, swallowed or allowed to come into
contact with the skin. Inhaling and swallowing methanol or allowing it to
come into contact with your skin carries a serious risk of irreversible
damage.
Call a doctor immediately if you have direct physical contact with the

English
substance, in the event of an accident, or if you feel unwell, and show the
doctor the fuel cartridge label, the methanol safety data sheet or the user
manual.

WARNING!
In exceptional cases, the waste gases emitted by the device may contain
substances that are harmful to health!
Do not inhale waste gases directly for prolonged periods. Instead, use the
exhaust tube provided to route the waste gas into the open air.

WARNING!
Damage in the event of an accident; risk of injury!
EFOY fuel cells and EFOY fuel cartridges must be securely fastened to
prevent damage in the event of an accident.

CAUTION!
The fuel cell is not water-tight!
Ensure that no water can enter the fuel cell.

2.3 Safety instructions for the fuel cartridge (methanol)

DANGER!
Leakage of methanol fumes poses a fire hazard!
Do not smoke when replacing the EFOY fuel cartridge and do not expose it
to other ignition sources! Protect EFOY fuel cartridges from temperatures
exceeding 45°C.

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WARNING!
Methanol is highly flammable!
You receive methanol in safe, tested EFOY fuel cartridges, which prevent
the contents from escaping if used correctly.
The storage and transport of methanol may be subject to statutory
English

regulations.
Fore more information, refer to the safety sheet on methanol, available on
our website at http://www.efoy.com

WARNING!
Methanol is toxic when inhaled, swallowed or allowed to come into
contact with the skin. Inhaling and swallowing methanol or allowing it to
come into contact with your skin carries a serious risk of irreversible
damage.
You receive methanol in safe, tested EFOY fuel cartridges, which prevent
you from coming into contact with the contents if used correctly.
Call a doctor immediately if you have direct physical contact with the
substance, in the event of an accident, or if you feel unwell, and show the
doctor the fuel cartridge label, the methanol safety data sheet or the user
manual.

CAUTION!
Impurities in methanol!
Original EFOY fuel cartridges contain methanol that has been approved by
SFC. Even slight impurities or foreign particles in commercially available
methanol may cause irreversible damage to the device, and may nullify
the warranty or guarantee.
Use only original EFOY fuel cartridges!

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2.4 Correct use

The EFOY devices produced by SFC Energy AG are automatic charging

devices for 12 V lead accumulators (batteries). Please note the following:

English
• The devices must only be used to charge lead accumulators (batteries)
that conform to the technical specifications in the "Technical details"
chapter in the user manual.
• The devices must only be operated with original EFOY fuel cartridges.
• The devices are not intended to be used as an emergency power supply
for medical, life-sustaining or agricultural systems.
• Devices with a defective or damaged housing must not be operated.
• The devices are not intended for industrial use.

2.5 Waste disposal

Packaging

Your new device was packaged to ensure that it reached you safely. All
materials used in the packaging are environmentally friendly and can be
re-used.
We recommend that you keep the packaging in case it is needed for winter
storage.
However, if you wish to dispose of the packaging, please help our planet by
disposing of it in an environmentally responsible way and in accordance
with the applicable local regulations.

WARNING!
Plastic wrapping and cardboard boxes pose a risk of suffocation!
Please keep all packaging out of reach of children.

Fuel cartridges

Completely empty fuel cartridges can be disposed of with your plastic

waste. Dispose of partly full fuel tanks in the same way as other hazardous
waste, such as solvents and paint.

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Old devices

Old devices are more than just worthless rubbish! Environmentally

responsible disposal can reclaim valuable raw materials, while protecting
the environment.
Old electronic devices must not be disposed of in your household rubbish.
English

Observe the local regulations.

For advice on returning old devices, please contact the EFOY hotline. The
contact details are provided in chapter 1.2 "Contact details" on page 26.

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3 Mounting Instructions

3.1 Product contents

English
햵
햴
햲

햳 햸

햹
헁 햷
헀

햺
햻
햿 햾
햽

1. Fuel cartridge holder

2. Belt for fuel cartridge
3. Operating panel with data line
4. EFOY fuel cell
5. Fastening belt
6. Mounting plate
7. Fuel cell charge line
8. Sense line for charging with 2 A fuse
9. Power line for charging with 15 A fuse
10. Service Fluid
11. Insulated exhaust hose
12. External face plate
13. Off-heat tube
14. Fastening screws for off-heat bow and off-heat flange
15. Off-heat bow with off-heat flange

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3.2 Tools

You require the following tools and sealants to install the fuel cell:
• Electric drill
English

• Jigsaw
• Screwdriver
• 3 mm Allen key (Inbus)
• Sealant
• Scissors or cutters
Choose the following screws depending on the mounting surface (screws
are not included in the delivery):
• 8 screws to secure the mounting plate (use 90° countersunk screws
with a 5 mm diameter. The shape of the shaft and thread depends on
the material on which the mounting plate is to be secured.)
• 4 screws to secure the operating panel
• 4 screws to secure the fuel cartridge holder (use screws with a 5 mm
diameter. The shape of the shaft and thread depends on the material on
which the fuel cartridge holder is to be secured.)
• Cable clamps to secure the cables if required

3.3 Important guidelines on choosing a location for installation

Installation should be carried out by trained personnel.

Ensure that there is sufficient unoccupied space behind the installation
area before you drill or saw any openings. Please also observe the safety
information provided by the tool manufacturers.

CAUTION!
Solvents may emit fumes during sealing. Ensure that there is sufficient
ventilation and follow the instructions for using the sealing compound.

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When choosing a location in which to install the fuel cell, please

remember that the permitted operating temperature range for the device
is –20°C to +40°C, while the storage temperature must be between +1°C
and +45°C.

English
CAUTION!
The device generates waste heat and waste gases.
The waste heat and gases must be released into the open air.

>5 cm • The space in which the device is to be

installed (incl. M10 fuel cartridge and
safety distance) must be at least 68 x
햲 햳 38 x 34 cm.
• To ensure circulation of air, the
>10cm >10cm opening for the fresh-air supply must
not be located directly in front of the
fuel cell's fresh-air supply.
• The opening for the fresh-air supply
must be at least 80 cm2 (or at least 160
cm² for the EFOY Comfort 210).

>5 cm • A gap of at least 5 to 10 cm must be left

between the device and the panels
1. Supply air
enclosing the installation space.
2. Exhaust air
• The air supply or fresh-air supply must
not be blocked by the fuel cartridge.
• Install the device in an upright position
only. Use the mounting plate provided
for installation.

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CAUTION!
Ensure that the device is not inclined to a degree further than permitted.

Inclination along the direct axis: Continual: 35°

Temporary (<10 minutes): 45°

Inclination along the quadrature Continual: 20°

English

axis:

3.4 Planning the installation space

Please read this chapter carefully before you start mounting the device.
You now need to plan where to secure the mounting plate and fuel
cartridge holder, as well as where to position the openings for the air
supply, off-heat duct and exhaust hose.

햴 햲
• The electrical connections (2), the fill
opening for Service Fluid (1) and the
fuel cartridge (3) must be easily
accessible.
햳

Examples for the off-heat duct and exhaust hose

• The off-heat duct supplied enables a controlled discharge of warmed

air, which allows the device to be operated even in confined spaces.

Off-heat duct and exhaust hose Off-heat duct and exhaust hose
through the side panel of the through the base of the
installation space installation space

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• The waste gases (including condensation) can be conducted into the
open air or, on yachts, into the bilge.

WARNING!
The temperature of the moisture-saturated waste gases may exceed 60°C
during operation. This constitutes a scalding hazard. The waste gases may

English
contain substances that are harmful to health. Avoid inhaling waste gases
directly or for extended periods. The insulated exhaust hose must be
vented outside.

INFO:
Avoid siphoning in the hose as this prevents the passage of the waste
gases.

To prevent siphoning, ensure that the

hose is pointing downwards.

INFO:
Take precautions to prevent the exhaust hose from freezing in winter.
- Use only the original insulated EFOY waste hose for this purpose.
- Keep the insulated exhaust hose as short as possible.

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Example for positioning of the fuel cartridge

• When positioning the fuel cartridge,

please ensure that it is within reach of
the fuel cartridge connection. The
connection hose is 35 cm long and
35 cm
English

must not be kinked or pinched at any

point.
• The EFOY fuel cartridge and EFOY fuel
cell must both be installed at the same
height.

CAUTION!
Ensure that the fuel cartridge an
exhaust hose connection is
undamaged and do not replace it
with another connection hose.
Use only original EFOY connection
hoses.

3.5 Mounting the off-heat flange

1. Use the screws supplied to screw the

off-heat flange into the threads
provided on the air outlet of the EFOY
fuel cell.

3.6 Mounting the mounting plate for the fuel cell

1. Thread the belt for securing the EFOY

fuel cell into the mounting plate.

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2. Secure the mounting plate in the

desired location using eight 90°
countersunk screws with a 5 mm
diameter. Use suitable screws and, if
necessary, dowels to ensure that the
mounting plate will remain in place

English
even if significant force is applied to it,
for example, in the event of an
accident.

3. Place the device on the mounting

plate.

3.7 Creating openings for the off-heat duct and exhaust hose

The mounting instructions provided here are based on a scenario in which

the waste heat is conducted through the base of the installation space.
Follow the same steps if the waste heat is to be conducted through the side
panel of the installation space.

1. Attach the off-heat bow to the off-heat

flange.

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2. Attach the off-heat tube.

3. Take measurements to determine
where to saw the duct opening.
The duct opening should have a
diameter of 10 cm.
English

INFO:
Ensure that there are no kinks in
the flexible off-heat tube and use a
second pipe bend (bow) if
necessary (optional accessory).
When drilling into spaces, please
ensure that no cables are located in
these spaces.
Please also take particular care to
ensure that you do not cut through
any load-bearing parts of the
vehicle. For more information,
contact your vehicle manufacturer.

4. Remove the red protective cap from

the exhaust gas outlet of the EFOY fuel
cell.
5. Attach the straight end of the exhaust
hose supplied to the exhaust gas
outlet.
6. Take measurements to determine
where to saw the duct opening.
1 cm The duct opening should consist of a
hole with a 1 cm diameter.
7. Remove the device while drilling and
sawing to keep it clean.
8. Saw a hole as a duct opening for the
off-heat tube.
9. Drill a hole for the waste hose.

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3.8 Mounting the off-heat duct

1. Place the EFOY fuel cell on the

mounting plate again.
2. Feed the off-heat tube through the
duct opening. You may shorten the

English
tube if necessary.

3. Use a suitable sealant to seal the duct

opening to prevent moisture from
penetrating into the interior of the fuel
cell or the space around it.
This is guaranteed if you use original
EFOY accessories and if the fuel cell is
installed correctly by a qualified
professional.

4. Attach the external face plate to the

external opening of the off-heat tube
to prevent foreign bodies from
entering the tube.

3.9 Mounting the insulated exhaust hose

1. Attach the straight end of the exhaust

hose supplied to the exhaust gas outlet.
2. Feed the diagonal end of the exhaust
hose out of the installation space.

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3. Use a suitable sealant to seal the hole.

Ensure that the exhaust hose has no
kinks or blockages and that the waste
gases can flow freely out of it. Please
also pay particular attention to the
information about siphoning in the
English

chapter entitled "Important guidelines

on choosing a location for installation"
on page 37.

INFO:
Please keep the exhaust hose as
short as possible. The portion of the
hose that penetrates outside should
be no longer than 5 cm. Cut the end
of the hose diagonally to prevent
drop formation.

4. The further steps involved in installing

the EFOY fuel cell are described in the
user manual.

3.10 Installing the fuel cartridge holder

• Fuel cartridges and reserve fuel cartridges must not be placed in front
of the inlet or outlet for the exhaust heat flow.
• Fuel cartridges can be placed next to the device or in front of it, as
shown in the chapter entitled "Example for positioning of the fuel
cartridge" on page 38.
• The device and the fuel cartridge must be installed at the same height.

1. Thread the belt into the fuel cartridge

holder.

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2. Secure the fuel cartridge holder with

four screws and, if necessary, with
dowels to ensure that it will remain in
place even if significant force is applied
to it, for example, in the event of an
accident.

English
3. The further steps involved in installing
the EFOY fuel cartridge are described in
the user manual.

3.11 Installing and connecting the operating panel

The operating panel displays the current status of the device and is used to
operate the fuel cell. Mount the operating panel in a location that is easily
accessible, e.g. in the cockpit.

The operating panel is available in two variants:

• Flush-mounted operating panel
• Surface-mounted operating panel

3.11.1 Mounting the flush-mounted operating panel

INFO:
When mounting a flush-mounted
operating panel, ensure that there is
sufficient space for the electrical
components behind the opening.

INFO:
Use the drilling and sawing
templates provided for flush
mounting.

1. Use the jigsaw to saw an opening for

the flush mounting.
2. Holes may need to be pre-drilled,
depending on the type of screws used.

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3. Connect the operating panel to the data

line provided.
4. Secure the operating panel with four
suitable screws.
English

5. Then attach the frame to the operating

panel.

3.11.2 Mounting the surface-mounted operating panel

1. Securely attach the open surface-

mount housing to the mounting surface
with two suitable screws.

2. Use the screws provided to attach the

operating panel securely to the
surface-mount housing.

3. Attach the frame to the operating panel.

4. Connect the operating panel to the data

line provided.

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3.12 Electrical connections

WARNING!
All electrical work must only be carried out by qualified electrical
technicians in accordance with the relevant legal provisions.

English
Laying cables incorrectly or using the wrong cable size may result in a fire
hazard.
All connected cables must have sufficient insulation and adequate proof
voltage, and the connectors must be scoop-proof. The laying of
uninsulated cables and connectors is not permitted.

INFO:
Use the charge line supplied to connect the device.
The charge line must be connected to the battery using a fused circuit or
the battery fuses supplied.
Check polarity before you connect the device.
Run both charge lines (power line and sense line) to the battery, as
otherwise the voltage measurement will be incorrect.

+ • The charge line comprises four leads.

+
- 햳 The two power lines serve to charge the
햲 - battery with electricity. The two sense
line measure the battery voltage.
• The following cable cross-sections are
recommended in order to minimize
1. Power line ohmic drops in the charge line:
2. Sense line
Length [m] min. cable cross-
section

<5m 2.5 mm²

5 – 10 m 4 mm²

10 – 15 m 6 mm²

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1. Decide whether to connect the EFOY fuel cell via a central electrical
box or to the battery directly, depending on your vehicle's layout.
2. Lay the cables in the vehicle.
3. Instructions for connecting the cables to the EFOY fuel cell are
provided in chapter 3 of the user guide under "Commissioning".
English

3.12.1 Electrical connection via central electrical box

+
-
ta
te Da
Remo Interface
Control

햵
햴 햶

햲 햳 햷

1. EFOY fuel cell

2. Fuel cell charge line
3. Sense line extension – 8 m (available as an optional accessory, item
no.: 151 906 005)
4. Sense line for charging with 2 A fuse
5. Battery
6. Power line extension – 8 m (available as an optional accessory, item
no.: 151 906 006)
7. Central electrical box (EBL)

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3.12.2 Direct electrical connection to the battery

+
-
ta
te Da
Remo Interface
Control

English
햵
햴 햶

햲 햳 햷

1. EFOY fuel cell

2. Fuel cell charge line
3. Sense line extension – 8 m (available as an optional accessory, item
no.: 151 906 005)
4. Sense line for charging with 2 A fuse
5. Battery
6. Power line extension – 8 m (available as an optional accessory, item
no.: 151 906 006)
7. Power line for charging with 15 A fuse

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