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1. Na2Si205 aqueous Heat The heat that is generated by the sodium silicide reaction is then used to initiate the sodium borohydride reaction process according to the following chemical reaction Heat NaBH4 solid 2 H20 liquid 4 H2 gas NaBO2 aqueous The two materials generate hydrogen simultaneously until the mixture is fully depleted If the delivery of water is halted during this process the hydogen generation process will stop Why do have to use a Puck A Puck provides fuel for the fuel cell much like gasoline provides fuel for your car s engine To create energy the fuel cell needs a fuel like hydrogen The chemical content in the Puck frees the hydrogen gas from water and that hydrogen is then directed to the myFC PowerTrekk s fuel cell to generate energy for your electronic device Once the content in a Puck is depleted it must be replaced with a full Puck in order to continue generating electricity Fc POWERTREKK 2 Product information THE PUCK Why is water needed for the process Water is needed to initiate and sustain the chemical reaction that generates hydrogen There is NO hydrogen gas stored within the Puck or the fuel mixture Instead the hydrogen is released from water H20 and the sodium borohydride The fuel mixture will sit dormant until it comes into contact with water When water is introduced to the Puck the chemical reactions occur instantly and hydrogen gas heat and w2. per Puck i e 4 Watts continuous for one hour or 2 Watts continuous for two hours What is the weight of a myFC PowerTrekk Puck 30 grams 1 oz What is the size of a myFC PowerTrekk Puck 51 mm 2 in diameter and 20 mm 0 8 in height Fc POWERTREKK 2 Product information THE PUCK What happens if break the Puck and fuel gets out not on skin or clothes The Puck is designed to never be opened However if a Puck should break because of misuse and the content spills out it is important that you DO NOT pour any type of liquid on it NO WA TER OR OTHER LIQUIDS and avoid all potential ignition sources If a Puck should be opened first find a bucket or other large open contain er Add several liters of water to the bottom of the container Transport the container outside into a well ventilated space Then carefully scoop up the spilled materials and slowly add the mixture to the container Add the mix ture to the container at an arms length and keep your face away from the top of the container As the mixture contacts the water it will react and gen erate hydrogen which will then dissipate into the atmosphere towards this purpose please perform this process in an open air environment preferably outdoors with another party present Finally use a DRY towel to wipe up any residue that may remain where the spill occurred and add the towel to the container with water as well After all of the solid materia
3. also known as Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell PEMFC myFC s FuelCellSticker utilizes hydrogen as a fuel with air oxygen as an oxidant With the use of hydrogen as a fuel the only by product generated is water which evaporates into the surrounding air myFC s FuelCellStick er is planar in design and its compactness makes it ideal for integration into mobile applications of all sizes A proton conducting polymer membrane is sandwiched between a cathode and an anode At the anode upon reaction with a catalyst the hydrogen gas separates into protons positively charged hydrogen ions and elec trons The protons are conducted to the cathode through the polymer electrolyte membrane while the electrons travel along the circuit producing a current The electrolyte plays a key role in only allowing the positive hydro gen ions to pass though obstructing the negatively charged electrons At the cathode the hydrogen ions and electrons combine with oxygen from the air forming water vapor water The fuel cell will generate electricity as long as it is supplied with hydrogen and oxygen from the air What is hydrogen Hydrogen is the lightest and most abundant chemical element constitut ing roughly 75 percent of the universe s chemical element mass Today a large amount of hydrogen is used as raw material in industries In the future hydrogen may also play an important role in society s transformation from fossil fuels to
4. combustion engine if used in a regular car The effect is that using the same amount of energy a fuel cell car can drive twice as far as a car with a combustion engine can Modern batteries have even lower energy losses than those of fuel cells However these need to be recharged and are relatively heavy Therefore a combination of batteries and fuel cells can be advantageous in many areas particularly in vehicles For example the reach of an electric car of family size is up to 500 600 kilometers of pollution free driving since the fuel cells recharge the battery while the car is in use A growing part of the transportation sector is the use of fuel cells as APU Auxiliary Power Unit This kind of support power aggregate is used due to the large amounts of energy required to run cooling air conditioning and other systems found in trucks Today this is mostly powered by small diesel engines or by idling the main engine both of which create pollution and noise The possibility of using hydrogen as APU in aircraft and large motor boats is also being explored Furthermore hydrogen is expected to play a leading role as support in the development of renewable energy systems Solar wind and wave power are by their nature uneven sources of energy Methods for interim storage are required in order for them to have any real consequence in the future Here hydrogen could even out the effect and function as storage for sur plus energy This wo
5. renewable alternatives Hydrogen powered fuel cells can pow er anything from cars and boats to cell phones and computers They can also be used to supply electricity and to heat houses CFC POWERTREKK 2 Product information MYFC POWERTREKK How does hydrogen effect the environment Hydrogen is an alternative energy carrier to fossil fuels and oil The magni tude of the environmental gains possible through the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier depends on how the hydrogen is produced and transported as well as how efficiently it is transformed There are two primary areas where the environmental potential of hydrogen is especially significant in transportation and as an interim storage of renewable energy Through the use of hydrogen together with fuel cell technology it is possible to achieve a radical decrease in local pollution of carbon dioxide nitrogen oxides and particles from the transportation sector Although the production of hydrogen from fossil fuels affects the environment it is an advantage that the carbon dioxide emissions can be separated already on the production site This becomes evident when hydrogen is used as vehicle fuel avoiding pollution from every individual vehicle The only emission from a fuel cell reacting with hydrogen is pure water The environmental gains are high provided that pollution in the hydrogen production process is kept low A fuel cell is approximately twice as energy efficient as a
6. the Tray System must align with the slots of the Engine Close the latches by pushing them down and locking them to the Tray System Your myFC PowerTrekk starts to generate power within a minute the FC Indicator LED turns green As long as no external device is connected the generated power from the puck will charge the Internal Battery 9 Please note that the power generation and the start up time depend on outer conditions see page 9 Fc POWERTREKK 1 General information Can I charge my tablet with the myFC PowerTrekk No unfortunately the myFC PowerTrekk will not be able to charge your tablet since it requires too much power What is the energy output of myFC PowerTrekk Output voltage 5V DC Output power 5 W in battery mode 2 5 W in fuel cell mode What is the price for myFC PowerTrekk and the myFC Power Trekk Pucks The suggested retail price for the myFC PowerTrekk charger is 199 Will myFC PowerTrekk make me totally independent from the power grid Yes myFC s ambition is to use fuel cells to free all people from their de pendence of the electricity grid As long as you bring the necessary number of Pucks you never have to recharge in a power socket What is your return policy Our return policy is in accordance with the consumer laws in the country where you acquired your myFC PowerTrekk and always requires that the package is unopened Please contact support myfc se regarding any problems Wha
7. CK How do I store the Pucks The Pucks can be stored indefinitely in the same way you would store a battery preferably in a cool and dry place with temperatures ranging from 0 40 degrees Celsius Can I re use or re load a Puck No the Pucks are designed for one time use Never insert a used or par tially used Puck in the myFC PowerTrekk Reusing the Puck may cause the Puck to overheat contents to leak or irreversible damage to your fuel cell charger Are the Pucks rechargeable No Pucks are not rechargeable The Pucks may be treated as disposable waste or recycled in accordance with your local recycling regulations What should I do with the Puck after it has been used Make sure the Pucks have cooled off before disposal or shipping Then preferably recycle them as metal waste or if that is not an option throw them in the bin Must I only use myFC PowerTrekk Pucks Yes What is the shelf life of a myFC Puck A brand new Puck is capable of being safely stored for many years If a Puck has never been used it can be stored without compromising the quality of the Puck or reducing the amount of hydrogen that can be produced The Puck is designed to be a single use fuel cartridge It should not be stored after use CFC POWERTREKK 3 User conditions Can use the myFC PowerTrekk anywhere The ideal operating temperatures are 5 30 C Do not operate myFC Pow erTrekk upside down on the sides or hanging from your b
8. ackpack when containing a Puck Do not operate myFC PowerTrekk in your pocket in a backpack or covered with cloth when containing a Puck Will myFC PowerTrekk make me totally independent from the power grid Yes myFC PowerTrekk makes green energy instantly available everywhere for everyone myFC s ambition is to use fuel cells to free all people from their dependence of the electricity grid Can I charge while on the go No myFC PowerTrekk operates at its best when placed on a flat surface in open air Can I use myFC PowerTrekk without the Puck Yes myFC PowerTrekk is a 2 in 1 solution with an internal rechargeable battery which can be used on its own Can the added water be dirty myFC PowerTrekk works best with clean freshwater Do all fluids work or only water myFC PowerTrekk works best with clean freshwater Other liquids may work but with less efficiency and may also cause damage to the fuel cell Does it start to charge directly when I insert the Puck and add wa ter Yes within sixty seconds How much water do I add Approximately one table spoon Why is my myFC PowerTrekk not charging as much as expected All fuel cells need to be warmed up if new or unused for a longer time as they are sensitive to dehydration The effect can be that the first or second Pucks you run might not give their full output but after being warmed up the fuel cell will run as specified To avoid dehydration we recommend that you store yo
9. and follows the USB standards How do know if the device want to charge is USB compliant In the USB standard you find a graph explaining whether the device is USB compliant or not However it is not always easy to know the amount of power that your device requires Best way to find out is to ask the manufac turer of your device CFC POWERTREKK 1 General information How do I use myFC PowerTrekk Charging instructions Fuel Cell mode For illustrated instructions on how to use your myFC PowerTrekk please see the User Manual 1 Open the unit by releasing the latches and separate the Engine from the Tray System 2 Open the Water Tank Cover by pressing the front clasp 3 Open the tank by rotating the lid and fill with water make sure you fill up the water tank all the way up to the rim Too little water may result in a shorter runtime and less energy output 4 Close lid tightly but avoid pressing it down 5 Close the Water Tank Cover by pushing it down and lock it with the clasp 7 Insert a sealed myFC PowerTrekk Puck into the Fuel Compartment with the top seal up then REMOVE the top seal before going to the next step Please note that the myFC PowerTrekk Puck is a SINGLE USE unit and SHOULD NOT be reused Once a puck has been inserted it is consid ered as used NEVER restart your PowerTrekk with a used puck 8 Close the unit by fitting the Engine on top of the Tray System The posts on
10. ater vapor are released Any type of ordinary water is acceptable to generate hydrogen including tap water stream water puddle water etc What is a PowerTrekk Puck made of The body of the Puck is an aluminum can that holds the binary fuel CAS number 12164 12 4 amp 16940 66 2 The aluminum can is then permanent ly attached to an injection molded plastic cap which is used to control the release of hydrogen gas to the fuel cell After the fuel mixture is fully reacted the Puck will contain two benign by products sodium silicate and sodium metaborate Both by products are chemically benign non hazardous and safe In fact these by products are used in many industrial manufacturing processes and many common household products like concrete detergent glass makeup and tooth paste are produced using these materials Even if a Puck is fully depleted it should NEVER be disassembled Are there harmful by products No the by products from the chemical reaction are sodium silicate the main ingredient in toothpaste and detergent and sodium metaborate a derivative of borax a material that is commonly used in the production of soaps detergents and cosmetics What is the charging capacity from one Puck One Puck will charge a smartphone with a fully depleted battery approx imately once There is an additional smartphone charge in the internal battery What is the energy content of a myFC PowerTrekk Puck 4 Watt hours 10
11. erTrekk could be dangerous The myFC PowerTrekk is completely safe when you use it appropriately Should you tamper with or break the Pucks it is important not to get the Puck s content in contact with your skin If the fuel mixture comes in con tact with skin DO NOT put your skin in contact with water until all powder is first removed To do this carefully wipe the powder off of your skin using a dry towel After the powder is removed you can rinse your skin normally What happens if I put another fluid in the myFC PowerTrekk Don t use any other liquid than water preferably fresh water between 5 35 C What do do if the fuel cell charger runs hot to the touch When charging your electrical device the myFC PowerTrekk may become warm This is normal and is due to the heat produced by the myFC Power Trekk Puck After the process is completed you simply leave it to cool off for a while before removing the used Puck What safety precautions are there for the MyFC PowerTrekk The myFC PowerTrekk contains a Lithium Polymer battery 5 6 Wh referred to as the Internal Battery Use only the prescribed method to charge the Internal Battery never try to use any other charging method Avoid contact with contents Contents are corrosive toxic and flammable DO NOT disassemble pierce or subject your myFC PowerTrekk to shock Content may contain flammable gas Use only with the myFC certified myFC PowerTrekk Puck What safety precautio
12. ls are eliminat ed the water can be disposed of normally by pouring it down a drain In the unlikely event that a Puck were to rupture in no circumstances should you ever put your face near or over the Puck If the fuel mixture comes in contact with skin DO NOT put your skin in contact with water until all powder is first removed To do this carefully wipe the powder off of your skin using a dry towel After the powder is removed you can rinse your skin normally Then add the dry towel and any clothing that came in contact with the powder into a bucket filled with water After soaking and rinsing the towel and clothing can be laundered normally What happens if the content in a Puck come in contact with water Hydrogen will be generated immediately once the fuel mixture is exposed to water The hydrogen generation process is designed to be isolated and wholly contained within the Puck The Puck itself is waterproof if water comes in contact with the outside of the Puck there will be no reaction However if the contents of a Puck are ever spilled and they then come into contact with water the hydrogen reaction will begin If a heat source is present there is the possibility of ignition If a Puck is ever disassembled through misuse please follow all instructions listed above for safe handling in such a scenario and avoid all potential contact with water or any other type of liquid CFC POWERTREKK 2 Product information THE PU
13. myle IPOWERTREKK Q amp A Content General information Basic information to distributors Product information myFC PowerTrekk The Puck User conditions Safety Environment 3 15 17 18 FC POWERTREKK Fc POWERTREKK 1 General information What is myFC PowerTrekk myFC PowerTrekk is the world s first portable fuel cell charger for consumer use that runs on ordinary water myFC PowerTrekk provides instant power to mobile phones and most devices that can be charged via USB With myFC PowerTrekk you are never dependent on being close to the power grid and you have instant power anywhere anytime It is a 2 in1 solution that is both a fuel cell and a portable battery pack used by people who spend time away from the electricity grid The portable battery pack can be operated on its own as a ready source of power or storage buffer for the fuel cell The fuel cell enables instant charging from a deflated battery state without ever needing a wall charge myFC PowerTrekk provides instant power anywhere to electronic equipment such as mobile phones digital cameras and GPS devices Why should I buy myFC PowerTrekk myFC PowerTrekk is a unique hybrid solution that is both a portable battery and a fuel cell The portable battery pack can be operated on its own as a ready source of power or storage buffer for the fuel cell The fuel cell enables instant charg ing from a deflated battery state with
14. n available as close as possible to the launch Following a planned software update end of summer 2013 users will be able to use the original charger cord Fc POWERTREKK 2 Product information MYFC POWERTREKK How does myFC PowerTrekk work myFC PowerTrekk is a 2 in 1 solution that is both a portable battery pack and fuel cell The portable battery pack can be operated on its own as a ready source of power or storage buffer for energy The fuel cell enables instant charging of your device without ever needing a wall charge myFC PowerTrekk provides instant power to electronic equipment such as mobile phones digital cameras and GPS devices What is fuel cell technology and how does it work A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that transforms the chemical energy of a fuel hydrogen methanol natural gas gasoline etc and an oxidant air or oxygen into electrical energy The fuel and the oxidant react at two different electrodes the anode and the cathode and are separated by an electrolyte that transmits ions e g H OH etc from one electrode to the other Fuel cells have many similarities with batteries but with the fundamental difference that the electrodes are not consumed in the pro cess a fuel cell will run as long as fuel and oxidant air is provided to the electrodes What is special about myFC s fuel cell technology myFC specializes in the development of a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell
15. ns are necessary for the Puck During operation the myFC PowerTrekk Puck may be very hot DO NOT touch the Puck with your bare hands during operation or directly after use If you drop the Mobile Charger during operation and the Puck falls out make sure it is not too hot before touching it The myFC PowerTrekk Puck is a SINGLE USE unit and SHOULD NOT be reused Once a Puck has been inserted it is considered as used NEVER restart your myFC PowerTrekk with a used Puck Fc POWERTREKK 5 Environment Is myFC PowerTrekk environmental friendly Yes myFC PowerTrekk is a green energy solution that makes green energy instantly available everywhere to everyone Are there harmful by products No the by products from the chemical reaction are sodium silicate the main ingredient in toothpaste and detergent and sodium metaborate a derivative of borax a material that is commonly used in the production of soaps detergents and cosmetics How do dispose of the used Pucks The Pucks are to be treated as metal or household waste or in accordance with the recycling regulations in your local country What do I do with the myFC PowerTrekk if it is no longer working Please recycle your PowerTrekk where you recycle your other electronic devices
16. onditions and the power re quirement from your device Normally Li Po batteries discharge at a higher rate when cold Which outer conditions affect the power generation and start up time For example low temperature wind and rain can have a cooling effect on the Puck and fuel cell and slow down the start up of the reactions High temperatures and direct sunlight on a running charger can lead to overheating When the internal temperature of the charger reaches 58 degrees Celcius the heat generating fuel cell current will be automatically decreased and thus the myFC Powertrekk will operate less efficiently CFC POWERTREKK 2 Product information MYFC POWERTREKK How long does it take to charge the internal battery from the grid Approximately 2 hours from the grid From most computers lt 500mA approximately 3 hours What happens if I do not apply water Nothing the process will not start What will happen if don t fill the watertank properly If an insufficient amount of water is applied there is a risk that the fuel cell will run out of fuel and not be able to provide the energy possible from one puck Why does myFC PowerTrekk have an internal battery myFC PowerTrekk is a hybrid fuel cell charger for portable electronics equipped with an internal rechargeable Li Po battery for energy storage Equipped with an internal battery myFC PowerTrekk can also be used as an ordinary travel charger and you will be able
17. out ever needing a wall charge Who needs a myFC PowerTrekk myFC PowerTrekk is the preferred alternative portable source of power for outdoor enthusiasts travelers and other people who spend time away from the electricity grid myFC PowerTrekk is also a preferred option for people to include in a safety kit bower outages natural disasters etc since it doesn t need any sunlight to charge and it doesn t require re charging in a power socket myFC offers instantly available energy to people that loves the value that their electronic gadgets gives them but hates the dependency of the electricity grid Fc POWERTREKK 1 General information Why should I buy myFC PowerTrekk instead of another power charger myFC PowerTrekk is a preferred option in comparison to alternatives such as ordinary disposable batteries rechargeable batteries or solar cells because it is a more reliable source of power Unlike solar cells myFC PowerTrekk is weather independent and in comparison with rechargeable batteries it does not require to be re charged in a power socket myFC PowerTrekk is also a preferred option compared to disposable batteries since myFC PowerTrekk offers a 2 in 1 solution equipped with an internal battery the charger can function with both the fuel cell and the portable battery pack Which devices can charge with myFC PowerTrekk myFC PowerTrekk will charge any device that can be charged via an USB port i e 5V DC output
18. t is your warrantee policy We have done our best to assure you years of trouble free operation from your device myFC PowerTrekk is guaranteed to be free from defects in ma terial and workmanship for 12 months or according to the country require ments by law from the date of purchase If during the applicable warranty period from the date of original consumer purchase myFC AB finds your myFC PowerTrekk to be defective myFC will repair or at its option replace with a new or refurbished equivalent without charge for part or labour Nor mal wear and tear is not covered by this warranty Do I need to purchase special cables tip or any other additional parts myFC PowerTrekk comes with three different USB tips micro USB mi ni USB and an Apple connector myFC always recommend to use the pro vided tips in the box To guarantee compatibility with your device use the provided connector and tips Some devices can be powered via USB but are not truly USB compatible If such a device should require more power than the myFC PowerTrekk rated output charging is not possible The iphone 5 is currently not possible to accommodate with standard Apple lightening USB cable However myFc iPhone 4S tip together with Apple 30 to lightening converter http store apple com us product MD823ZM A lightning to 30 pin adapter makes the myFC PowerTrekk compatible with iPhone 5 We are seeking a more user friendly solutions and our aim is to have a tip solutio
19. to draw a maximum output power of 5 W Can I use myFC PowerTrekk without a myFC PowerTrekk Puck Yes you can charge your device with power from the Internal Battery only You can charge the Internal Battery via the Puck or from a USB energy source such as a computer or directly from the wall CFC POWERTREKK 2 Product information THE PUCK How does the Puck work The myFC PowerTrekk uses a fuel cell to convert hydrogen gas and oxy gen into usable energy The hydrogen needed for this process is generated within the Puck Each Puck contains two water reactive materials sodi um silicide NaSi and sodium borohydride NaBH4 Both materials in the mixture are non toxic and chemically stable in ambient temperature and pressures The mixture that is stored within the Puck is a solid powder when water is delivered into the Puck it initiates a chemical reaction that produces the hydrogen needed by the fuel cell While both of these materials will individually generate hydrogen each sources the hydrogen differently Sodium silicide extracts the hydrogen externally from the water H20 while the sodium borohydride breaks the hydrogen bonds that are internal to the compound BH4 When the hydrogen generation process begins within a Puck the sodium silicide is the first material to produce hydrogen Sodium silicide generates hydrogen according to the following chemical reaction 2 NaSi Solid 5 H2O liquid gt 5 H2 gas
20. uld increase the flexibility of energy systems such as wind power and help to accelerate the expansion of renewable energy Although hydrogen could be produced from fossil fuels the powder inside the myFCPowerTrekk Pucks that liberates hydrogen in reaction with water is not made from fossil fuel Fc POWERTREKK 2 Product information MYFC POWERTREKK Does myFC PowerTrekk come with different USB plugs Yes myFC PowerTrekk comes with three different types of USB plugs tips What is the weight of the myFC PowerTrekk 246 g or 8 7 oz top and bottom What is the size of myFC PowerTrekk Charger dimensions top and bottom LxBxH 128x66x42mm or 5x2 6x1 6 How long will it take to charge a device using myFC PowerTrekk From battery mode myFC PowerTrekk will charge your device at approxi mately the same time that it takes to charge it from the grid From Fuel Cell mode Charging from the Fuel Cell mode takes longer and depends on the device being charged How many watt hours can I get from one myFC PowerTrekk Puck 4 watt hours 10 l e 4 watts during one hour or 2 watts during 2 hours which is equivalent to approx one smartphone charge How many watt hours can I get from the internal battery in the myFC PowerTrekk 5 watt hours 10 What is the capacity of myFC PowerTrekk internal battery 1500 mAh i e How long does it take for the internal battery to unload It depends on various variables such as outer c
21. ur charger in a sealed plastic bag when not used and that you run a Puck frequently Fc POWERTREKK 3 User conditions How much rain and moisture can the charger unit withstand The charger is splash proof which means that you can use it in rain and in humid environment However don t swim with your charger Can I operate the charger unit when it is standing up or upside down No myFC PowerTrekk should be on a flat surface in a well ventilated area Can I remove or exchange a cartridge at any time while myFC Pow erTrekk is operating In theory yes but please be careful Due to the exothermic reaction by the Puck and water the Puck can be hot to the touch We recommend that you wait for the Puck to cool off before replacing it with another How do I remove the Puck when used Wait until myFC PowerTrekk and the Puck have cooled of and then simply remove the Puck Can I bring myFC PowerTrekk and Pucks on an airplane Yes You are allowed to bring one cartridge with the charger plus two spare fuel cell cartridges may be carried in the air cabin May I use myFC PowerTrekk on an airplane It s not illegal to use your myFC PowerTrekk on an airplane However the IATA regulations doesn t allow the charging of a lithiumion battery on board a plane so in reality the answer is no Make sure you follow your airlines regulations before charging CFC POWERTREKK 4 Safety Are there situations where the MyFC Pow
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