DSR DSR15, Owner'S Manual

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7. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE.
7.1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal
230-240V, 50 Hz circuit. (See the warning
label on the charger for the correct input
voltage.) The plug must be plugged into
an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances. The plug pins must
fit the receptacle (outlet). Do not use with
an ungrounded system.
7.2
DANGER
Never alter the AC cord or
plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet,
have a proper grounded outlet installed by
a qualified electrician. An improper
connection can result in a risk of an electric
shock or electrocution.
7.3 Recommended minimum AWG size for
extension cord:
• 100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less – use
a 16 gauge (1.31 mm
2
) extension cord.
• Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long – use
a 14 gauge (2.08 mm
2
) extension cord.
8. CONTROL PANEL
1. Digital Display
2. Charge Rate Button
3.
CONNECTED LED
4. CHARGING LED
5. CHARGED LED
6. Battery Type/Mode
Button
6 5 4 3
1
2
NOTE: See Operating Instructions for
a complete description of the charger
modes.
Charge Rate Button
Use this button to set the maximum
charge rate. Press the button until the
desired charge rate is selected.
2A Maintain – Charges and maintains
small batteries; maintains large batteries.
Not for charging large batteries.
10A Charge –
Charges automotive and marine batteries.
15A Fast Charge –
Charges large automotive, marine and
light truck batteries.
NOTE: Once the charger has started
charging the battery; if you press the Charge
Rate button once, the output current is shut
off. If you press the Charge Rate button
again, the current will go back on at the
same setting it was when it was turned off.
For example: The charger is charging a
battery at the fast charge rate setting. If you
press the Charge Rate button, the output
is turned off. If you press the Charge Rate
button again, the output will turn back on at
the fast charge rate setting.
Battery Type/Mode Button
Set the type of battery to be charged, or
Desulfation Mode:
(Calcium) –
Calcium batteries are
acid batteries impregnated with calcium.
(Absorbed Glass Mat/Gel) –
AGM batteries have electrolyte absorbed
in separators consisting of a sponge-like
mass of matted glass fiber. Gel batteries
contain gelled electrolytes. These
batteries are sealed with valves and
should not be opened.
(Desulfation Mode) –
A special mode of operation designed
for sulfated batteries.
NOTE: When charging a battery that is not
marked, check the manual of the item which
uses the battery for the correct battery type.
Make sure the battery complies with the
safety instructions in Section 2.3.