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CALCULATINg CHARgE TIME
12.
Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to
bring a battery to full charge. First, identify where your battery fits into
the chart.
CCA = Cold Cranking Amps
RC = Reserve Capacity
Ah = Amp Hour
NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
Find your battery’s rating on the chart below, and note the charge time given
for each charger setting. The times given are for batteries with a 50% charge
prior to recharging. Add more time for severely discharged batteries.
BATTERY SIZE/RATINg
CHARgE RATE/ CHARgINg TIME -
HOURS
2 AMP
10 AMP
40 AMP
SMALL
BATTERIES
Motorcycle,
garden,
tractor, etc.
6 - 12 Ah
2 – 3¾ hrs.
NR
NR
12 - 32 Ah
3¾ – 10 hrs.
NR
NR
CAR/TRUCK
200 - 315 CCA
40 - 60 RC
11¼ – 14½ hrs .
2¼ – 3 hrs.
½ - ¾ hrs.
315 - 550 CCA
60 - 85 RC
14½ – 18¼ hrs. 3 – 3¾ hrs.
¾ – 1 hr.
550 - 1000 CCA 85 - 190 RC
18¼ – 34¾ hrs. 3¾ – 7 hrs.
1 – 1¾ hrs.
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
80 RC
17½ hrs
3½ hrs.
NR
140 RC
27 hrs.
5½ hrs.
NR
160 RC
30 hrs.
6 hrs.
NR
180 RC
33 hrs.
6½ hrs.
NR
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
13.
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the
13.1
battery charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the
13.2
terminals, cords, and the charger case.
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working
13.3
condition.
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-
13.4
serviceable parts.
All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personal.
13.5
MOVINg AND STORAgE INSTRUCTIONS
14.
Store charger unplugged, in an upright position. Cord will still conduct
14.1
electricity until it is unplugged from outlet.
Store inside, in a dry, cool place.
14.2
Do not store clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or
14.3
clipped to the cables.
If the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location,
14.4
take care to avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury or property damage.
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