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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.

Summary of Contents for DSR15

Page 1: ...ery Charger Maintainer OWNERS MANUAL PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and effectively Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully ...

Page 2: ... or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision 1 3 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If an extension cord must ...

Page 3: ... of eggs or water DO NOT induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately 3 PREPARING TO CHARGE WARNING RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID 3 1 Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery charger 3 2 If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it always remove the grounded terminal first Make sure a...

Page 4: ...GATIVE NEG N ungrounded post of the battery Connect the POSITIVE RED clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery Do not connect the clip to the carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal body parts Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block 5 7 Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet 5 8 After charging disconnect the battery charger from the supply...

Page 5: ...ected 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 butt...

Page 6: ...et wait a few moments and plug it back in Desulfation Mode IMPORTANT Battery must be removed from the car when using this mode or damage to the car s electrical system may result If the battery is left discharged for an extended period of time it could become sulfated and not accept normal charge If you select the charger will switch to a special mode of operation designed for sulfated batteries I...

Page 7: ...ing a battery to full charge First identify where your battery fits into the chart CCA Cold Cranking Amps Ah Amp Hour MO Maintain Only NR Not Recommended Find your battery s rating on the following chart 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 C...

Page 8: ...bort mode Battery is sulfated Battery is bad Unplug the charger from the AC and plug it back in Use Desulfation Mode for 8 hours Have the battery checked CHARGED LED is on but battery is not fully charged Surface charge voltage is high Battery voltage is very low and the charger detects it as 6V not 12V Replace the battery Unplug the charger from the AC and plug it back in All LEDs are lit in an e...

Page 9: ...e accidents unauthorized changes or modifications incorrect transport storage or treatment of the Product d In order to exercise this right the Product must be returned complete and in its original state and packaging with mail costs prepaid along with proof of purchase to the Manufacturer or its authorized representatives in order for repair or replacement to occur Common Warranty Provisions The ...

Page 10: ...electromagnetic compatibility The year in which the CE marking was affixed is 2018 Manufacturer Cory Watkins President July 1 2018 Hereby declares that the equipment Model DSR15 is compliant to the DIRECTIVE 2002 95 EC RoHS Directive as well as DIRECTIVE 2011 65 EU RoHS Recast on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment while The parts do no...

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