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1.  IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

1.1 

Read the entire manual before using this product. Failure to do 

so could result in serious injury or death.

1.2 

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play 

with the appliance. This appliance can be used by children aged 

from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities 

or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction 

concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. 

Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be 

made by children without supervision.

1.3 

This charger is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, 

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been 

given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the charger by a person responsible 

for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the charger.

1.4 

Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.

1.5 

Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by 

Schumacher

®

 Electric Corporation may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to 

persons or damage to property.

1.6 

To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the 

cord when disconnecting the charger.

1.7 

An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper 

extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be 

used, make sure:

• That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as 

those of the plug on the charger.

• That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.

• That the wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger as specified in 

section 8.

1.8 

To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting 

any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.

1.9 

Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged, it 

must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order 

to avoid a hazard. 

1.10 

Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise 

damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service person. 

1.11 

Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified service person when service or repair 

is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

1.12 

WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. 

BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY 

OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU 

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.

1.13 

To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the 

battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of 

the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.

1.14 

This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit breakers, that tend to produce 

arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this charger 18 inches (46 cm) or more above 

floor level.

WARNING

Do not use with non-rechargeable batteries.  

Use only with lead-acid rechargeable batteries.

IMPORTANT

Do not start the vehicle with the charger connected to the AC outlet, or it 

may damage the charger and your vehicle.

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

Summary of Contents for SPI1224

Page 1: ...our charger safely and effectively Please read understand and follow these instructions and precautions carefully as this manual contains important safety and operating instructions The safety messages used throughout this manual contain a signal word a message and an icon The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoi...

Page 2: ...the extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of the plug on the charger That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition That the wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger as specified in section 8 1 8 To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Simply turni...

Page 3: ...water If acid enters your eye immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away 2 10 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed drink milk the whites of eggs or water DO NOT induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately 3 PREPARING TO CHARGE RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID 3 1 If it ...

Page 4: ...ause injury 6 3 Check the polarity of the battery posts The POSITIVE POS P battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE NEG N post 6 4 Determine which post of the battery is grounded connected to the chassis The battery terminal not connected to the chassis has to be connected first The other connection is to be made to the chassis remote from the battery and fuel line See steps 6 ...

Page 5: ...t specially designed for marine use 8 GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE 8 1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal 230V 50Hz circuit 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 fit the receptacle outlet Do not use with an ungrounded system 8 2 DANGER N...

Page 6: ...ge has aborted See Aborted Charge section NOTE See Operating Instructions for a complete description of the charger modes 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING This battery charger must be properly assembled in accordance with the assembly instructions before it is used The charger does not have an ON OFF switch The On and Off commands are controlled by plugging the SPI1224 into an AC electrical wall ...

Page 7: ...play will show RECONDITION TIME REMAINING XXX MINUTES If the recondition is successful the display will show RECONDITION SUCCESSFUL START NORMAL CHARGING If the recondition is unsuccessful the display will show CHARGE ABORTED BAD BATTERY and the GREEN LED will flash 5 When the battery is fully charged the GREEN LED will pulse 6 When charging is complete disconnect the AC cord from the supply mains...

Page 8: ...ctrical 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 recommended FAN Your charger is equipped with a fan It is normal for the fan to run while the charger is charging Keep the area near the charger free of obstructions to allow the fan to operate efficientl...

Page 9: ...m maintain current for a 12 hour period to keep the battery at full charge Recondition mode is unsuccessful BATTERY DISCONNECTED No LED lit After charging has begun the charger has lost its connection to the battery OFF No LED lit During the charge process or Recondition process press the button once to stop the charge or recondition The display will show OFF and then SELECT CHARGE MODE 14 MAINTEN...

Page 10: ...C outlet Check power cord and extension cord for loose fitting plug I cannot select a language on the display Press the button for 5 seconds to select a language EN DE FR No problem this is normal Green LED is lit and the display shows ANALYZING 12V BATTERY or ANALYZING 24V BATTERY The charger needs to check the condition of the battery The green LED will be lit when the charger is checking the co...

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