PARTS IDENTIFICATION
FIG. 1
PROCEDURE FOR NORMAL CHARGING
1)
Before charging, if the battery is non-sealed, ensure that the battery cells are filled with
electrolyte to the correct level by adding distilled water where necessary.
2)
We recommend that the
non-earthed lead
on the battery is disconnected prior to
charging. It is possible that damage may occur to any electronically controlled system
fitted to the vehicle such as engine management, anti-theft alarm, alternator etc.
3)
Check that the ON/OFF switch
on the unit is in the OFF (O) position.
4)
Connect the appropriate lead to the unearthed battery terminal (on most modern cars
this is positive (+ve) terminal), then connect the other lead to the chassis (or a suitable
engine bolt) away from the battery and fuel line.
5)
Remove the battery filler caps (where possible) during charging in order to prevent the
build up of dangerous gases within the battery.
6)
Set the CHARGE/BOOST START switch to the ‘CHARGE’ position.
7)
Set the MIN/MAX (minimum charge/maximum charge) switch to the MIN position.
This is suitable for charging most normal car batteries (having a rating of approximately
40 AH).
8)
Switch the ON/OFF switch to ON (I), and charging will commence.
9)
Keep the battery on charge until the Ammeter gauge reads zero (or 0-2 amps) or has
stopped moving down. Then switch OFF at the machine.
10) When disconnecting the charger, disconnect
1.
supply,
2.
chassis conductor and
3.
battery conductor,
IN THAT ORDER.
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Important:
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 device. It will however be necessary to replace the fuse. Remove
the black plastic cover on the front panel (see Fig.1) and replace the burnt fuse with
an exact replacement. (See parts list)
Notes on charging procedure.
*
A complete charge is best done slowly in order to protect your battery, so we
recommend the MIN setting as described above. A complete charge may take up
to 10 hours.
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If a low amperage reading (2 amps or less) is seen on the gauge at either the MIN or
MAX setting, this may indicate that the battery is either (a) already fully charged or
(b) at the end of its useful life and in need of replacement. Do not charge the battery
for longer than is necessary.
WARNING: Do not attempt to re-charge non-rechargeable batteries.
PROCEDURE FOR ENGINE STARTING
Note: We recommend that before attempting to boost start, you charge the battery for 10-15
minutes. This will improve the chance of a first time start, particularly with bigger engines.
When the battery is completely flat, you must charge the battery for 10-15 minutes before
attempting to start, otherwise you may cause damage to the vehicle electronic systems.
a)
Check that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position.
b)
Connect the cables as for normal charging.
c)
Check that the CHARGE/BOOST START switch is in the BOOST START position.
d)
Switch the ON/OFF, switch to the ON (I) position.
e)
Turn the key in the vehicles ignition to ‘start’, and get an assistant to switch the
CHARGE/ BOOST START switch to CHARGE position
IMMEDIATELY
the engine starts, or
after a
maximum of 3 seconds
if the engine fails to start. Failure to do this may cause
damage to some electronic equipment. Wait for at least
30 secs
before trying again.
IMPORTANT: You must return the CHARGE/BOOST START switch to CHARGE position after
a maximum of 3 seconds on boost start. Wait 30 seconds before repeating. Failure to do
this may damage the battery and the Start ‘N’ Charge unit and may invalidate your
guarantee.
NOTE: If the Start and Charge unit is overloaded at any time, a thermal cut out will automatically
come into operation, rendering it inoperative. It will take approximately 15-20 minutes to cool
down sufficiently for it to be used again (depending upon ambient conditions)
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