Operating Instructions
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01056G
CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE
EYE SHIELDS AND CLOTHING WHEN WORKING
WITH BATTERIES. BATTERIES CONTAIN ACID
WHICH CAN CAUSE BODILY HARM. DO NOT
PLACE WRENCHES OR OTHER METAL
OBJECTS ACROSS THE BATTERY TERMINALS
OR BATTERY TOP. ARCING OR EXPLOSION OF
THE BATTERY MAY RESULT.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID
BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS
REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER,
YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
1.
When installing new batteries, be sure the
polarity of each battery and overall battery pack
is correct. Due to the electrical characteristics of
this charger, it is possible to hook up the
batteries improperly and not blow the fuse when
charging. Battery and/or charger damage can
result.
2.
New batteries should be given a full charge
before their first use because it is difficult to
know how long batteries have been stored.
3.
Limit use of new batteries for first 5 cycles.
New batteries are not capable of their rated
output until they have been discharged a
number of times.
4.
Do not excessively discharge batteries.
Excessive discharge can cause polarity reversal
of individual cells resulting in complete failure
shortly thereafter. Limited use of new batteries
will minimize the chance of cell reversal.
5.
Maintain proper electrolyte level of conventional
liquid electrolyte lead acid batteries by adding
water when necessary. Electrolyte levels lower
during discharge and rise during charge.
Therefore, it is mandatory that water be added
to cells ONLY when they are fully charged; do
not overfill. Old batteries require more frequent
additions of water compared to new batteries.
6.
Keep tops of batteries clean and dry to prevent
excessive self-discharge. Keep battery terminals
reasonably tight.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1.
Someone should be within range of your voice
or close enough to come to your aid when you
work near a lead-acid battery.
2.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in
case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or
eyes.
3.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing
protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
near battery.
4.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
eye, immediately flood eye with running cold
water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
5.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in
vicinity of battery or engine.
6.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a
metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-
circuit battery or other electrical part that may
cause explosion.
7.
Remove personal metal items such as rings,
bracelets, necklaces, and watches when
working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid
battery can produce a short-circuit current high
enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
8.
NEVER charge a frozen battery.
DUAL MODE CHARGER TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION: DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE
CHARGER. TAKE IT TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE
AGENT WHEN SERVICE OR REPAIR IS
REQUIRED. INCORRECT REASSEMBLY MAY
RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
FIRE. THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES ARE
INTENDED ONLY TO DETERMINE IF A
MALFUNCTION MAY EXIST IN THE CHARGER,
OR IN THE WHEELCHAIR AND BATTERIES.
DANGER: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT BOTH THE
POWER SUPPLY CORD AND THE OUTPUT
CORD BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE
CHARGER IF IT IS DAMAGED OR APPEARS TO
BE MALFUNCTIONING. PERSONAL INJURY OR
DAMAGE TO THE CHARGER AND/OR
BATTERIES MAY RESULT.
If the YELLOW charging light does not illuminate
one to three (1-3) seconds after the charger
connections are completed, it indicates one of the
following and the charger is prevented from turning
on:
a.
Charger power switch is not in AUTO
position.
