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CIRCUIT BREAKER
This battery charger is equipped with a
self-resetting circuit breaker. This device
protects the charger from temporary
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the circuit breaker will trip open, and
after a short cooling off period, will reset
automatically. This process is known as
cycling and can be recognized by an
audible clicking sound.
NOTE:
The clicking sound is normal. Wait
until the charger automatically resets itself.
CAUTION:
Persistent clicking (more than
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connection or shorted battery cells.
MANUAL CHARGING
A manual charger will continue to charge
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visual check on the ammeter to determine
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monitor the charging process and stop it
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so may cause damage to your battery
or result in other property damage or
personal injury.
12. CALCULATING CHARGE TIME
Use the following table to more accurately
determine the time it will take to bring a
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below, 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
CHARGE RATE/CHARGING TIME
2 AMP
6 AMP
10 AMP
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6-12 Ah
2-3¾ hrs
45 min-1¼ hrs
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12-32 Ah
3¾-10 hrs
1¼-3½ hrs
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200-315 CCA
40-60 RC
11¼-14½ hrs
3¾-4¾ hrs
2¼-3 hrs
315-550 CCA
60-85 RC
14½-18¼ hrs
4¾-6 hrs
3-3¾ hrs
550-1000 CCA
85-190 RC
18¼-34¾ hrs
6-11½ hrs
3¾-7 hrs
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17½ hrs
6 hrs
3½ hrs
140 RC
27 hrs
9 hrs
5½ hrs
160 RC
30 hrs
10 hrs
6 hrs
180 RC
33 hrs
11 hrs
6½ hrs
13. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
A minimal amount of care can keep your
battery charger working properly for years.
Clean the clamps each time you are
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the clamps to prevent corrosion.
Occasionally cleaning the case of the
charger with a soft cloth will keep the
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Coil the input and output cords neatly
when storing the charger. This will help
prevent accidental damage to the cords
and charger.
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power outlet, in an upright position.
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store the clamps on the handle, clipped
together, on or around metal, or clipped
to the cables.
