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MAINTAINING A BATTERY
The SC1305 charges and maintains 12 volt
batteries, keeping them at full charge.
NOTE:
The maintain mode technology
allows you to safely charge and maintain
a healthy battery for extended periods
of time. However, problems with the
battery, electrical problems in the
vehicle, improper connections or other
unanticipated conditions could cause
excessive current draws. As such,
occasionally monitoring your battery and
the charging process is required.
USING THE ENGINE START SETTING
Your battery charger can be used to jump
start your car if the battery is low. Follow
all safety instructions and precautions for
charging your battery. Wear complete eye
protection and clothing protection.
WARNING:
Using the ENGINE START
setting WITHOUT a battery installed in
the vehicle could cause damage to the
vehicle’s electrical system.
NOTE:
If you have charged the battery
and it still will not start your car, do not
use the Engine Start setting, or it could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
Have the battery checked.
1.
With the charger unplugged from the
AC outlet, connect the charger to the
battery, following the instructions given
in
Charging a Battery in the Vehicle
.
2.
With the charger plugged in and
connected to the battery of the
vehicle, set the rate selection to the
Engine Start position.
3.
Crank the engine until it starts or 5
seconds pass. If the engine does
not start, wait a few minutes before
cranking again.
NOTE:
During
extremely cold weather, or if the
battery is under 2 volts, use the 10A
Boost setting for 5 minutes before
cranking the engine.
4.
If the engine fails to start, boost the
battery for 5 more minutes before
attempting to crank the engine again.
5.
After the engine starts, unplug the AC
power cord before disconnecting the
battery clamps from the vehicle.
NOTE:
If the engine does turn over but
never starts, there is not a problem with
the starting system; there is a problem
somewhere else with the vehicle. STOP
cranking the engine until the other problem
has been diagnosed and corrected.
12. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
A minimal amount of care can keep your
battery charger working properly for years.
• Clean the clamps each time you are
finished charging. Wipe off any battery
fluid that may have come in contact with
the clamps to prevent corrosion.
• Occasionally cleaning the case of the
charger with a soft cloth will keep the
finish shiny and help prevent corrosion.
• Coil the input and output cords neatly
when storing the charger. This will help
prevent accidental damage to the cords
and charger.
• Store the charger unplugged from the AC
power outlet in an upright position.
• Store inside, in a cool, dry place. Do not
store the clamps clipped together, on the
handle, on or around metal, or clipped to
the cables.
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
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.
The clamps will not spark if
touched together.
No problem; this is a normal
condition.
The 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 loose fitting plug.
