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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS….cont
3.
During charging, if the temperature of battery exceeds 40
0
C, current should be
reduced. If temperature exceeds 45
0
C, charging should be stopped. Charging
should not recommence until after the temperature returns to below 40
0
C.
4.
Never place the charger directly on or against the vehicle.
Method of Use.
1. Check and top up battery liquid if required.
2. Remove the battery caps to allow any excess gas to escape and to prevent the
case bursting.
3. Turn the output voltage switch of the charger to the position corresponding to the
voltage of the battery.
4. Select the output current switch to the desired position.
5. Clamp the red clip of charger to the + terminal of battery and black clip to the -
terminal of the battery and confirm that connection is correct. If the battery is still con-
nected to the vehicle - 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. The battery charger is then to be connected to the supply mains
and turned on.
6. After the charger clip is attached, slightly rotate it so as to remove any dirt or oxidi-
zation, this will ensure a good contact.
Charge end
initially
During the charge
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WARNING / GUARANTEE
WARNING:
1. Before use, carefully read the instruction manual and retain for future reference.
2. The chargestar T26 & T45 charger is not weather proof. So care and common sense
must be exercised if using outdoors. Do not expose to moisture.
3. Always switch off power at the mains supply before connecting or disconnecting
the battery charger.
4. Never smoke, cause a spark or charge near an open flame. Never allow conduc-
tive materials to short circuit the charger or battery terminals.
5. Always use in a well-ventilated space.
6. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision and should always be used responsibly and stored in an appropriate
place to prevent misuse.
7. If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an author-
ized service agent or a suitably qualified person in order to avoid any potential haz-
ards.
Guarantee:
This sip battery charger is covered by a 12 month parts and labour warranty covering
failure due to manufacturers defects. This does not cover failure due to misuse or op-
erating the machine outside the scope of this manual.
In the unlikely event of warranty claims, contact your distributor immediately.
Proof of
purchase will be required before any warranty can be honoured.