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GROUNDED
OUTLET
GROUNDING METHODS
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
(A)
(B)
(C)
ADAPTER
16.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
a.
Connect and disconnect the DC output clamps only after setting the charger switches to the OFF position and removing the AC cord from the electrical outlet. Never
allow the clamps to touch each other.
b.
Attach the DC clamps to the battery post and twist or rock back and forth several times to make a good connection. This tends to keep the clamps from slipping off the
terminals and helps to reduce the risk of sparking.
17.
STOP/GO LITE INSTRUCTIONS
When used properly, the STOP/GO LITE will indicate whether clamp connections will be correct. Connect the positive (red)
clamp to the positive (POS, P, +) battery post. Touch the contact button of the negative (black) clamp to the other battery post.
Observe the L.E.D. lights in the STOP/GO LITE:
GREEN LIGHT:
The first connection is correct. Make the second clamp connection per instructions.
RED LIGHT:
The first connection made with the positive clamp to the battery is incorrect. Attach the positive clamp to the other
battery post and retest.
RED AND GREEN LIGHT:
The battery charger is turned on. Turn the charger "OFF" and retest.
NO LIGHT:
Check for a shorted or open battery. Clean any corrosion from the clamp jaws and the battery post and retest. If
still no light, use a voltmeter or other means to make certain you have properly identified the polarity of the battery post. Then
attach the clamps per instructions, disregarding the STOP/GO LITE.
18.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR
THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
a.
Read the section "STOP/GO LITE INSTRUCTIONS" before proceeding.
b.
Position the AC and DC cords to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door, or moving engine parts.
c.
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
d.
Check the polarity of the battery post. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
e.
Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see item "f". If the
positive post is grounded to the chassis, see item "g".
f.
For negative-grounded vehicles, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp from the battery charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Touch the
contact button of the STOP/GO LITE to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post. Interpret the light and take appropriate action. When the green light is on, connect
the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the vehicle chassis, heavy gauge metal part of the frame, or engine block, away from the battery. Do not connect to the carburetor,
fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts.
g.
For positive-grounded vehicles, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp from the battery charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post. Touch the contact button of
the STOP/GO LITE to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post. Interpret the light and take appropriate action. When the green light is on, disconnect the POSITIVE
(RED) clamp from the battery. Attach the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of the battery. Attach
the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine away from the battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts.
Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
h.
When disconnecting the charger, turn the switches to OFF, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clamp from the vehicle chassis, and then remove the clamp from the
battery terminal.
i.
See the operating instructions for length of charge information.
19.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE
BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
a.
Read section "STOP/GO LITE INSTRUCTIONS" before proceeding.
b.
Check the polarity of the battery post. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
c.
Attach at least a 24 inch long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
d.
Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clamp to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
e.
Touch the contact button of the STOP/GO LITE to the free end of the battery cable. If the red light comes on, reverse the connections to the battery and retest. When
the green light comes on, position yourself and the free end of the cable as far away from the battery as possible, then connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp
to the free end of cable.
f.
Do not face the battery when making the final connection.
g.
When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure, and break the first connection while standing as far away from the battery
as practical.
h.
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
20.
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
The charger should be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock. This charger is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
DANGER.
Never alter the AC cord or plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock. This battery
charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
FIGURE (A). A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in FIGURE (C), may be used to
connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle, as shown in FIGURE (B), until a properly grounded outlet can be
installed by a qualified electrician.
DANGER.
Before using an adapter as illustrated, be certain that the center screw of the outlet plate is grounded. The green-colored rigid ear or lug extending from the
adapter must be connected to a properly grounded outlet - make certain it is grounded. If necessary, replace the original outlet cover plate screw with a longer screw that will
secure the adapter ear or lug to the outlet cover plate and make ground
connection to grounded outlet.
NOTE: USE OF AN ADAPTER IS NOT ALLOWED IN CANADA. IF A GROUNDING TYPE RECEPTACLE IS NOT AVAILABLE, DO NOT
USE THIS APPLIANCE UNTIL THE PROPER OUTLET IS INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
