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necessary. If the charger has to provide
its maximum maintain current for a
continuous 12 hour period, it will go into
abort mode (see
Aborted Charge
section).
This is usually caused by a drain on the
battery or the battery could be bad. Make
sure there are no loads on the battery. If
there are, remove them. If there are none,
have the battery checked or replaced.
MAINTAINING A BATTERY
The SC1282 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.
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 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 LED does not
light when charger is
properly connected.
AC outlet is dead.
Poor electrical connection.
Battery is defective.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord and extension
cord for loose fitting plug.
Have battery checked.
The battery is correctly
connected, but the
CHARGING LED did not
light immediately.
If the Start/Stop button is not
pressed, charging should
begin in ten minutes.
No problem; this is normal.
The battery is properly
connected, but the
CHARGING LED never lit.
The battery voltage is low.
Press the Start/Stop button to
start charging.
