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7.
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
7.1
This battery charger is for use on a nominal 230V, 50 Hz circuit. (See the warning
label on the charger for the correct input voltage.) The plug must be plugged into
an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. The plug pins must
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t the receptacle (outlet). Do not use with an
ungrounded system.
7.2
DANGER
Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does not
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t the outlet, have
a proper grounded outlet installed by a quali
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ed electrician. An improper connection can
result in a risk of an electric shock or electrocution.
7.3
Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:
100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less – use a 16 gauge (1.31 mm
2
) extension cord.
Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long – use a 14 gauge (2.08 mm
2
) extension cord.
8.
CONTROL
PANEL
1.
Charge Rate Button
2.
AC Power
3.
Connected LED
4.
Battery Type/Mode Button
5.
Charging LED
6.
Charged LED
4
1
2
3
5
6
NOTE:
See the Operating Instructions section for a complete description of the
charger modes.
Charge Rate Button
Use this button to set the maximum charge rate. Press the button until the desired
charge rate is selected.
– Charges and maintains small batteries. Maintains large batteries.
– Charges small batteries, such as those commonly used in garden tractors,
snowmobiles and motorcycles. Not for charging large batteries.
– Charges automotive, marine and light truck batteries.
NOTE:
Once the charger has started charging the battery; if you press the Charge
Rate button once, the output current is shut off. If you press the Charge Rate button
again, the current will go back on at the same setting it was when it was turned off. For
example: The charger is charging a battery at the fast charge rate setting. If you press
the Charge Rate button, the output is turned off. If you press the Charge Rate button
again, the output will turn back on at the fast charge rate setting.
Battery Type/Mode Button
Set the type of battery to be charged, or Desulfation Mode:
(Calcium) – Calcium batteries are acid batteries impregnated with calcium.
(Absorbed Glass Mat/Gel) – AGM batteries have electrolyte absorbed in
separators consisting of a sponge-like mass of matted glass
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ber. Gel batteries contain
gelled electrolytes. These batteries are sealed with valves and should not be opened.
(Desulfation Mode) – A special mode of operation designed for sulfated batteries.
NOTE:
When charging a battery that is not marked, check the manual of the item which
uses the battery for the correct battery type. Make sure the battery complies with the
safety instructions in Section 2.3.