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PROCEDURE FOR NORMAL CHARGING
NOTE:
Before charging or boosting, ensure that, where applicable, the cells
are filled with electrolyte to the correct level, by adding distilled water.
1. When charging a car battery in situ, we recommend that the non earthed
lead on the battery is disconnected prior to charging (On most vehicles,
this would be the RED, Positive lead - but check the vehicle handbook if
you are unsure).
• This precaution is necessary as it is possible that damage could occur to
any electronically controlled system fitted to the vehicle, such as engine
management system, anti-theft alarm, alternator etc.
2. Check that the mains supply is OFF and that the Current Control Knob (B) is
in the ‘O’ OFF position.
3. Connect the appropriate clamp to the unearthed battery terminal. On
most modern cars this is the RED, positive clamp connected to the RED,
positive terminal of the battery, but check your handbook if unsure. Then
connect the other clamp to the chassis (or a suitable engine bolt) away
from the battery and fuel line.
• NOTE: Ensure the lead is plugged into the 12V or 24V socket, depending
upon the voltage of the battery to be charged.
4. Remove the battery filler caps if applicable during charging, in order to
prevent the build up of dangerous gases within the battery.
5. Switch ON the mains supply.
6. Turn the Current Control Knob (B) to the position necessary to obtain the
required charge rate, as indicated on the ammeter.
7. Keep the battery on charge until the Ammeter reads zero (or 0-2 amps) or
has stopped moving down, then turn the Current Control Knob (B) to the
OFF position.
8. When disconnecting the charger, disconnect :-1) Supply, 2) Chassis
Conductor and 3) Battery Conductor, in that order
.
WARNING: IF THE FIXED POSITIVE LEAD AND THE FIXED NEGATIVE LEAD
ARE CONNECTED TO THE WRONG TERMINALS, THEN A FLASH WILL OCCUR
WHEN THE 2ND. CLAMP IS ATTACHED. DAMAGE TO THE CHARGING UNIT
AND THE BATTERY WILL BE AVOIDED AS YOUR START N CHARGE IS FITTED
WITH A POLARITY PROTECTION FEATURE. IT WILL HOWEVER BE NECESSARY
TO REPLACE THE INTERNAL FUSE. REMOVE THE BLACK PLASTIC COVER ON
THE FRONT PANEL (MARKED FUSE) AND REPLACE THE BURNT FUSE.
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