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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Short or no start cycle
when cranking engine.
No power at receptacle.
AC cord and/or extension cord
is loose.
The clamps are not making a
good connection.
Failure to wait 3 minutes (180
seconds) between cranks.
The battery may be severely
discharged.
The battery is drawing more
than the Engine Start rate.
The charger may be
overheated.
Check for an open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying the AC outlet.
Check power cord and extension
cord for loose fitting plug.
Check for poor connection at
battery and frame.
Wait 3 minutes of rest time
before the next crank.
On a severely discharged
battery, charge for 10 to
15 minutes at the LARGE
BATTERY
rate, to help assist
in cranking.
Crank time varies with the
amount of current drawn. If
cranking draws more than the
Engine Start rate, crank time
may be less than 3 seconds.
The thermal protector may have
tripped and needs a little longer
to close. Make sure the charger
vents are not blocked. Wait and
try again.
Charger will not turn on
when properly connected.
AC outlet is dead.
Poor electrical connection.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord and extension
cord for a loose fitting plug.
The battery is connected
and the charger is on, but
is not charging.
Clamps are not making a good
connection.
Check for poor connection at
battery and frame. Make sure
connecting points are clean.
Rock clamps back and forth, for
a better connection.
Battery clamps do not
spark when touched
together.
The charger is equipped with
an auto-start feature. It will not
supply current to the battery
clamps until a battery is properly
connected.
No problem, this is a normal
condition.
15. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
If these solutions do not eliminate the problem, or for more information
about troubleshooting, contact customer service for assistance:
www.batterychargers.com
or call 1-800-621-5485
Monday-Friday 7:00
am
to 5:00
pm
CST
For
REPAIR OR RETURN
, contact Customer Service at 1-800-621-5485.
DO NOT SHIP
UNIT
until you receive a
RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION (RMA)
number
from Customer Service at Schumacher Electric Corporation.
