Schumacher SpeedCharge 1000AP Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

CAUTION:

Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions,
and follow them with each use of this product.

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Fully Automatic
Microprocessor Controlled
Battery Charger

ELECTRIC CORPORATION

Mount Prospect, IL 60056
U.S.A.

OWNER’S MANUAL

Model 1000AP
For 12-Volt Batteries

Summary of Contents for SpeedCharge 1000AP

Page 1: ...product 0099000479 0105 SpeedCharge computer smart 6 10a m p F A S T C H A R G E a m p M E D I U M C H A R G E a m p S L O W C H A R G E 2 Fully Automatic Microprocessor Controlled Battery Charger ELECTRIC CORPORATION Mount Prospect IL 60056 U S A OWNER S MANUAL Model 1000AP For 12 Volt Batteries ...

Page 2: ... not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equ...

Page 3: ...er as far away from the battery being charged as the charger cables will permit Do not expose charger to rain or snow Never charge a frozen battery If battery fluid electrolyte becomes frozen bring battery into a warm area to allow the battery to thaw before you begin charging Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery WARNING Handling the cord on ...

Page 4: ...ery Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use in case battery acid contacts your eyes skin or clothing If this happens wash immediately with soap and water Then get medical attention Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery Acid particles corrosion may get into your eyes If this occurs flush eyes immediately with running cold water for at least 10 minutes Then immediately get...

Page 5: ...ave a 12 volt lead acid battery Determine voltage of battery by referring to vehicle owner s manual Charge battery initially at charger s lowest rate Clean the battery terminals Be careful to keep corrosion from getting in or around your eyes Wear safety glasses See additional Personal Safety Precautions on page 4 For batteries with removable vent caps if required add distilled water to each cell ...

Page 6: ... LED should light and the charging process should start If the CHECK red LED is on check for correct cable connections 8 To disconnect the charger unplug its power cord before attempting to disconnect the output clamps Then standing away from the battery remove the output clamp from the chassis or engine block Finally remove the output clamp from the battery post 9 Clean and store the charger in a...

Page 7: ... BATTERY 24 6 GAUGE CABLE POWER CORD TO GROUNDED POWER OUTLET CHARGING BATTERY REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE 5 Plug power cord into an AC outlet The charger will be set to the 2 Amp for REGULAR battery type 6 Press the appropriate control buttons to select the desired charge rate and battery type The CHARGING yellow LED should light and the charging process should start If the CHECK red LED is on check...

Page 8: ...rine Deep cycle batteries are usually larger than the other types AGM GEL CELL AGM and gel cell batteries have sealed cases without vent caps Such batteries are often smaller than the other types 6A or 10A CHARGE RATE Use for charging automotive batteries marine batteries and deep cycle batteries Not intended for industrial applica tions With the exception of AGM and gel cell batteries all other b...

Page 9: ...nnect the battery or unplug the charger DESULFATION MODE If a battery is left discharged for an extended period it could become sulfated and not accept a normal charge If the charger detects a sulfated battery the charger will switch to a special mode of operation designed for such batteries Activation of the special desulfation mode is indicated by blinking the CHARGING LED If successful normal c...

Page 10: ...the charging process depends on three factors 1 Battery State If a battery has only been slightly discharged it can be charged in less than a few hours The same battery could take up to 10 hours if very weak 2 Battery rating A higher rated battery will take longer to charge than a lower rated battery under the same conditions A battery is rated in ampere hours AH reserve capacity RC and cold crank...

Page 11: ...g Battery may be bad Charger The CHECK red light This will happen if the Reset the charger by un always flashes before the battery did not reach full plugging it or briefly discon battery is completely charge within 24 hours May necting the negative battery charged be due to a very large clip Select the desired battery or a bank of batteries charge rate and battery type requiring more power than a...

Page 12: ...anufacturer or its authorized representative The manufacturer makes no warranty other than this limited warranty and expressly excludes any implied warranty including any warranty for consequential damages THIS IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER THAN THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WA...

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