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The Chart Method
Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to
bring a battery to full charge. First, identify where your battery fits into the
chart.
NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
Find your battery’s rating on the chart 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
15 AMP 30 AMP 35 AMP
70 Amp
SMALL
BATTERIES
Motorcycle,
garden,
tractor, etc.
6 - 12 AH
NR
NR
NR
NR
12 - 32 AH
NR
NR
NR
NR
CARS/
TRUCKS
200 - 315 CCA
40 - 60 RC
1½ - 2
hrs
¾ – 1 hr. 40 – 50
min.
20 - 30
min
315 - 550 CCA
60 - 85 RC
2 - 2½
hrs
1 – 1¼
hrs.
50 – 60
min.
30 - 40
min
550 - 1000 CCA
80 - 190
RC
2½ - 4½
hrs
1¼ – 2¼
hrs.
1 – 2
hrs.
40 min -
1 hr
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
80 RC
2¼ hrs
NR
NR
NR
140 RC
3½ hrs
NR
NR
NR
160 RC
4 hrs
NR
NR
NR
180 RC
4½ hrs
NR
NR
NR
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
14.
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the
14.1
battery charger (see Sections 6, 7 and 8).
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the
14.2
terminals, cords, and the charger case.
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working
14.3
condition, including the plastic boots on the battery clips.
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable
14.4
parts.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
15.
Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct
15.1
electricity until it is unplugged from the outlet.
Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
15.2
Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or
15.3
clipped to cables.
