12V 0.8A / 2A BATTERY CHARGER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
12V 0.8A/2A BATTERY CHARGER. KEEP IT WITH OR NEAR CHARGER AT ALL TIMES.
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WARNING
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RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. WORKING IN
VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
EXPLOSIVE GASES DEVELOPE DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT EACH TIME BEFORE
USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
1.1
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and
those published by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any
equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
1.2
Do not expose charger to rain, snow, or liquids.
1.3
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery
charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons.
1.4
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from AC outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
1.5
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and
electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure that pins
on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as
those of plug on charger and that the extension cord is properly
wired and in good electrical condition and that the wire size is large
enough for A.C. ampere rating of charger as specified in the
following table:
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR
EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
Length of cord (feet):
25
50
100 150
AWG size of cord:
18
18
18
16
1.6
If charger is equipped with an input power cord, do not operate
charger with damaged cord or plug - replace the cord or plug
immediately.
1.7
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified
serviceman.
1.8
Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service center
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result
in a risk of electric shock or fire.
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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
2.1
Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to
come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery. Have
plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts
skin, clothing or eyes. Wear complete eye and clothing protection.
Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
2.2
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with
soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flush eye with
running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
2.3
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or
engine.
2.4
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto
battery. It might spark or short-circuit battery or other electrical part
that may cause explosion.
2.5
When working with a lead-acid/Gel battery, remove personal metal
items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, etc. A
lead-acid/Gel battery can produce a short circuit current high
enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.6
Use charger for charging a Lead-Acid/Gel Battery only. It is not
intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other
than in a starter-motor application. Do not use battery charger for
charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home
appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons
and damage to property.
2.7
NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.8
The charger design is for charging 45 AHr. Lead Acid/Gel batteries
maximum.
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PREPARING TO CHARGE
3.1
If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always
remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all
accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc. Be
sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being
charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of
cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan.
3.2
Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming
into contact with eyes. Add distilled water in each cell until battery
acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. This helps
purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery
without caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging
instructions.
3.3
Study all battery manufacturers’ specific precautions such as
removing or not removing cell caps while charging and
recommended rates of charge.
3.4
Determine voltage of battery by contacting battery manufacturer
and make sure it matches output rating of battery charger.
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CHARGER LOCATION
4.1
Locate charger as far away from battery as dc cables permit.
4.2
Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases
from battery will corrode and damage charger.
4.3
Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading gravity or
filling battery.
4.4
Do not operate charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in
any way.
4.5
Do not set a battery on top of charger.
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DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
5.1
Connect and disconnect DC output terminals only after removing
charger from AC outlet.
5.2
Never allow DC output terminals to touch each other.
5.3
If problems arise connecting the output leads, solicit the aid of your
Dealer from whom you purchased this product or the charger
manufacturer for finding a suitable connection device for your
application.
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FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN
VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY
EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR
BATTERY:
6.1
Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door
or moving engine part.
6.2
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and any other parts that can
cause injury to persons.
6.3
Check polarity of battery posts POSITIVE (POS., P, +) post usually
has larger diameter than NEGATIVE - (NEG., N, -).
6.4
Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to
chassis. If negative post is grounded (as in most vehicles), see
paragraph 6.5. If positive post is grounded, see paragraph 6.6.
6.5
For negative-grounded vehicle, first connect POSITIVE (RED) clip
from charger to POSITIVE (POS., P, +) ungrounded post of battery.
Then connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) terminal to vehicle chassis or
engine block away from battery.
6.6
For positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip
from charger to NEGATIVE (NEG., N, -) ungrounded post of battery.
Connect POSITIVE (RED) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block
