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DIGITAL BATTERY CHARGER 12V 8A 

GCHARG/108 
Rated Voltage: AC 220-240V   Rated Current: 0.60 Amp 
Output: DC 12V 2Amp / 8Amp   
 

 

 
      

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

 
1.

 

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, 
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been 
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for 
their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 

2.

 

Working in vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous.  batteries generate explosive gases 
during normal battery operation. For this reason,  it is of utmost important that each time 
before using your charger, you read this manual and follow the instruction exactly. 

3.

 

To reduce risk of battery explosion , follow these instructions and those published 

by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use 

in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on 

engine 

4.

 

Use the charger in door only , do not expose it to rain. 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Mac Afric GCHARG/108

Page 1: ...en should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance 2 Working in vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation For this reason it is of utmost important that each time before using your charger you read this manual and follow the instruction exactly 3 To reduce risk of battery explosion follow these instructio...

Page 2: ... make sure that Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger 10 Always charge battery in a well ventilated area NEVER operate in a closed in or restricted area without ad equate ventilation WARNING Risk of explosive gas 11 Loca...

Page 3: ...king or short circuit the battery or another electrical devise Sparking may cause an explosion 7 Always operate battery charger in an open well ventilated area 8 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine Batteries generate explosive gases BATTERY TYPES AND SETTINGS This charger can easily be configured to charge many different types of 12V lead acid batteries w...

Page 4: ...5 C It is also recommended for many AGM batteries This setting is not recommended for maintenance charging when the temperature at times exceeds 5 C In this case the 14 4V 8A mode is recommended Mode 13 5V 5Amp output DC power supply for use 12V appliance in home Max output power is 80W PREPARING TO CHARGE 1 Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner s manual 2 if it is necessary to re...

Page 5: ...y by pushing the Mode button until the correct setting is lit 3 The charging lamp now light on indicating charging The maintenance lamp will light when the battery is fully charged and now is in trickle charge If the voltage drops the charger sends current to the battery The charger can be connected for months 4 If battery is slightly sulphated charger will try to repair it Set charger at repair m...

Page 6: ...to NEGATIVE NEG N ungrounded post of battery Connect POSITIVE RED clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery Do not connect clip to carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal body parts Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block 5 When disconnecting charger disconnect AC cord first remove clip from vehicle chassis and then remove clip from battery terminal 6 Do not c...

Page 7: ...cefully blown away by using a piece of card board or other non metallic material as a fan 5 Continue charging battery until charger s LCD displayer shows FUL 6 When battery is fully charged unplug charger from AC power source first then 1 remove clip from Negative post and 2 remove clip from Positive battery post 7 Clean and store battery charger TERMINALS 1 Clamps for all kind of battery terminal...

Page 8: ...the battery charger clamps be sure to remove any battery fluid that will cause corrosion of the copper clamps Clean the outside case of the charger with a soft cloth and if necessary mild soap solution Keep the charger cords loosely coiled during storage to prevent damage to the cords Do not use the charger if cords or clamps have been damaged in any way If the power supply cord is damaged it must...

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