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Record product’s Serial Number Here: 
Note:

 If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note:

 Internal parts are not user-serviceable.  Replacement parts are not available.

Maintenance Instructions

  procedures not specifically explained in this manual must 

be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy:  Unplug the charger, disconnect any battery, and allow charger 

to cool completely before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM cHARGER FAILURE: 

Do not use damaged equipment.  If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, 

have the problem corrected before further use.

1. 

BEFORE EAcH USE,

 inspect the general 

condition of the charger.  Check for:
•  loose hardware, 
•  cracked or broken parts, 
•  damaged electrical wiring or cable insulation, and 
•  any other condition that may 

affect its safe operation.

2. 

AFTER USE,

 wipe external surfaces 

of the charger with clean cloth.

3. 

WARNING!  If the supply cord of this 

charger is damaged, it must be replaced 

only by a qualified service technician.  

DO NOT OpEN cHARGER HOUSING, 

NO USER-SERVIcEABLE pARTS INSIDE.

Troubleshooting

problem

possible causes

Likely Solutions

Charger will not start.

1.  Cord not connected.
2.  No power at outlet. 

 

 

 

 

3.  Clamps are not securely 

connected to battery terminals.

1.  Check that cord is plugged in.
2.  Check power at outlet.   

If outlet is unpowered, turn off charger and 

check circuit breaker.   

If breaker is tripped, 

make sure circuit is right capacity for 

charger and circuit has no other loads.

3.  Unplug charger and check that the clamps are 

securely connected to the battery terminals. 

Red Reverse Connection 

LED turns on.

Clamps are attached to 

wrong battery terminals.

Unplug charger if it is plugged in 

and reverse the connections.

Ammeter stays at high 

end of dial for more 

than 5-10 minutes.

Battery has a short circuit. 

Unplug the charger and discontinue use.  

Have the battery checked by a qualified technician.

Charger will not 

start vehicle.

Setting switch is set to Charge.

Change the Setting switch to Start.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the charger.   

Disconnect power supply before service.

Summary of Contents for 60581

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Page 2: ...ot avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc V Volts Alternating Current A Amperes CCA Cold Cran...

Page 3: ... it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way take it to a qualified serviceman 8 Do not disassemble charger take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire 9 To reduce risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off contr...

Page 4: ... 16 d 15 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 a Position AC and DC cables to reduce risk of damage by hood door or moving engine part b Stay clear of fan blades belts pulleys and other parts that can cause injury to persons c Check polarity of battery posts POSITIVE POS P battery post usually...

Page 5: ... influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating charger may result in serious personal injury 27 Before moving charger disconnect power supply and battery then allow charger to cool 28 People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failu...

Page 6: ...ry For example in 40 amp charge rate a typical discharged battery will initially draw approximately 40 amps As battery continues to charge current will taper to 15 to 20 amps at full charge When cranking an engine starter motor draws up to 50 amps The meter needle will register to extreme left side during 2 amp charge rate indicating minimal activity because the meter doesn t have the resolution t...

Page 7: ...er s recharging instructions 5 Study all battery manufacturer s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge 6 Charge battery initially at lowest rate 7 A marine boat battery must be removed and charged on shore To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use SHORTED BATTERIES will read on ammeter as a high end peg at beginning of charging process ...

Page 8: ...hicle 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 NOTICE If the Reverse Connection indicator lights the cables are connected improperly Immediately disconnect the cables and connect them properly to prevent damage to the battery 6 For positive grounded vehicle conne...

Page 9: ...e end of cable as far away from battery as possible then connect NEGATIVE BLACK charger clip to free end of cable 5 Do not face battery when making final connection NOTICE If the Reverse Connection indicator lights the cables are connected improperly Immediately disconnect the cables and connect them properly to prevent damage to the battery 6 Set Battery Type switch according to battery type Set ...

Page 10: ...e block NOTICE If the Reverse Connection indicator lights the cables are connected improperly Immediately disconnect the cables and connect them properly to prevent damage to the battery 3 Position AC and DC cables to reduce risk of damage by hood door or moving engine part 4 Set Battery Type switch according to battery type Set to Regular for flooded and maintenance free batteries Set to AGM for ...

Page 11: ...charger with clean cloth 3 WARNING If the supply cord of this charger is damaged it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician DO NOT OPEN CHARGER HOUSING NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Charger will not start 1 Cord not connected 2 No power at outlet 3 Clamps are not securely connected to battery terminals 1 Check that cord is...

Page 12: ... the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and...

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