SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Lead Acid Batteries are Dangerous! During use and charging they
may generate EXPLOSIVE Hydrogen Gas. This means YOU MUST
carefully read all of the safety and operating instructions before using the
ProCharge. Be sure you understand all of the safety instructions in this
manual and on the ProCharge before attempting to connect, charge, or
work with a lead acid battery.
What To Expect From The
ProCharge
The Professional ProCharge Charger is equipped with sophisticated
circuitry that will:
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Check Each Battery’s Condition
The ProCharge will indicate bad batteries
that are sulfated or have bad cells. This allows the battery to be replaced
without unnecessary charging.
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Fully Charge
Six 12 volt Batteries
(5 Amps. each). With the optional Jumper
Lead Kit the ProCharge can charge up to twelve batteries at 2.5 Amps each.
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Maintain
Each Battery
The ProCharge provides a separate charging station
for each battery. With the optional kit, each station can maintain two batteries.
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Provide Worry Free Attention
The ProCharge has safe circuitry that
automatically adjusts the volt/current relationship in order to maintain the
battery at full charge. If the voltage drops below 12.5 volts, the ProCharge will
automatically charge the battery with up to 5 Amps. When the battery reaches
the threshold again the unit goes into maintenance mode.
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Maximize Battery Life
The ProCharge Charger is designed to maximize the
life of a serviceable lead acid battery. A serviceable battery is a battery that
is not defective or damaged. The ProCharge is fully compatible with gelled
electrolyte (gel-cell) batteries (sometimes used in place of liquid electrolyte
batteries in many heavy duty applications). DO NOT USE WITH DRY
CELL, NICKEL CADMIUM, and NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE OR SIMILAR
BATTERIES.
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Increase Multiple Battery Charging Capability
The ProCharge provides the
opportunity to charge more batteries with less time spent charging defective
batteries that need to be replaced.
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Provide Valuable Protection
The ProCharge maintains batteries while they
are uninstalled. Maintaining a battery increases its life and protects its capacity.
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Maintain Batteries Not In Use.
Some examples are automobiles under
long term repair, farm machinery and fleet vehicles in repair or storage.
The ProCharge is ideal for rental equipment not in use or for charging and
maintaining batteries for replacement. The ProCharge can be used to re-
charge, check and maintain all starting and deep cycle batteries. Each Bus
ProCharge can charge, check and maintain up to six batteries. With the
optional Jumper Lead Kit twelve batteries can be charged or maintained.
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Provide Easy Care
The ProCharge is designed for easy care and
maintenance. Occasional cleaning of the leads and housing will help keep
the unit looking new, and give you many years of satisfaction. CLEANING
PROCEDURE: Unplug the ProCharge and use a slightly dampened cloth to
clean the housing and lead sets. DO NOT use solvents or soaps.
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Provide Long Lasting Performance
The ProCharge Charger Tester has
been designed and manufactured in the USA to provide superior performance.
Quality is built in and assured with circuit burn-in, computerized testing and
inspection.
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Fuse Protected
Each charging station is protected by a replaceable AC fuse.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Batteries are dangerous. ProTec Internationsal provides the following
Warnings
for your safety:
1. Use the ProCharge only on 12 Volt LEAD ACID AND GELLED
ELECTROLYTE (GEL-CELL) Batteries. DO NOT attempt to use on other
types of batteries (Dry Cell, Nickel Cadmium, Nickel Metal Hydride, etc.)
commonly found in small home appliances. This may cause the batteries to
burst, resulting in damage or injury to person and/or property.
2. DO NOT use the ProCharge on batteries that are in use or that are
installed. Remove batteries from the vehicle and take to a properly installed
ProCharge location.
3. DO NOT use attachments with the ProCharge that are not approved or sold
by ProTec International. Non-approved attachments may result in injury,
electric shock, or fire and voids the warranty.
4. When disconnecting the power cord from the wall, grasp the plug and pull.
Never pull the cord, it may damage the plug and/or the cord.
5. Place the power cords in a location where they will not be stepped on,
tripped over, or subjected to stress or abuse of any kind.
6. Never operate the ProCharge if any portion of its housing, cords or
attachments appear to be damaged in any way. If damage has occurred,
have it inspected and serviced by ProTec International.
7. If the ProCharge has been dropped, received a sharp blow, or abused in any
way, have it inspected and repaired by ProTec International if necessary.
8. Do not use an extension cord to operate the ProCharge. An inadequate
extension cord could result in fire or explosion due to a large number of
batteries being charged and will not provide the AC amperage rating needed
by the ProCharge.
9. Each ProCharge Station has its own AC fuse. Other than this fuse
replacement, ProTec International should be contacted for trouble shooting
and instructions on how to repair or replace parts and charging stations. Any
unauthorized repair, tampering or incorrect assembly may result in fire or
electric shock and voids the warranty. Check with ProTec International for
instructions.
10. To prevent injury during cleaning or maintenance, disconnect all batteries
and move them away from the unit. Unplug the ProCharge from the wall
outlet (grasping the plug). Use a slightly dampened cloth to clean the
housing and lead sets. Do not use solvents or soaps.
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