Help! Venom 2-4 cell balance charger

NailzTim

New member
Hello, I purchased a Venom 2-4 cell balance charger from a local add and I think I have been duped. When I plug the unit in, nothing happened at first. I tried plugging the unit in and then attaching a battery, but still nothing. After plugging the power cord into the unit and unplugging it multiple times, I finally got the screen to turn on for about 3 seconds, then back to blank. Now it smells like burnt electronics.

Can it be saved? Should I try and get a refund?
 

b-29er

Well-known member
i would say yes, but in the event you cannot, try plugging a battery (2-4s) or power supply (10-18v, laptop ones may work if voltage is low enough) and see if it stays on.
 

NailzTim

New member
Its definitely gone now! I tried using a different power supply cord, one that looked to me like it was the same cord. I saw an orange flash inside the unit and a nice little puff of smoke, so I quickly unplugged it. I doubt it can be restored now! oops!
 

FDS

Elite member
You need to check the polarity and voltage of power supplies before plugging them in. The same plug guarantees nothing.
If I was you I would look for a decent AC charger, at least 100w.