Specifications are subject to change. See bluesea.com/P12 for current information.
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WARNING
Refers to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
The P12 Battery Charger should be installed by a qualified marine electrician. Improper installation can result in electrical shock which may cause serious
injury or death. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, mount vertically in a dry, well ventilated location. Charge these battery types: Flooded, AGM, Gel, or
TPPL Lead Acid batteries. Consult battery manufacturer specifications for other battery types to avoid damage. This battery charger is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with lack of ability, experience, or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
battery charger by a person responsible for their safety. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance. Avoid serious injury or death from electrical shock, turn off AC supply power before opening terminations cover.
Risk of Explosive Gases
Working in the vicinity of a Lead-Acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. Explosive gasses can ignite
and may cause serious injury or death. Ensure battery location is properly ventilated according to battery manufacturer or industry standards. To reduce risk
of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer. Do not smoke or cause a spark in the area around batteries
and engines. Each time before using your charger read this manual and follow the instructions. Do not use any accessory devices that directly connect to
the charger other than those manufactured by Blue Sea Systems and designed for use with the P12 Battery Charger. Do not operate the charger if it has
been dropped or damaged. Contact Blue Sea Systems on how to proceed. Wear complete eye protection and protective clothing when dealing with lead
acid batteries. Remove personal metal items such as jewelry & rings when working around batteries.
CAUTION
Refers to a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in injury.
Before beginning electrical installation, read the instruction manual. Disconnect all AC and DC power sources. Do not make final connections to the
batteries until DC connections on the charger are made and verified. Do not make or break electrical connections to batteries while charging or for up to
30 minutes after charging. Other than parts accessed under the termination cover, there are no user serviceable parts within the battery charger enclosure.
Contact Blue Sea Systems for servicing. Charge only user selectable type batteries, other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
Do not use the battery charger to charge dry cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliance. These batteries may burst and cause injury to
person and damage to property. Never charge a frozen battery.
GROUNDING PRECAUTIONS
Marine battery chargers and inverters have two grounding connections, one from the AC system and one from the DC system. ABYC requires
the AC grounding system to be connected to the DC grounding system through the distribution systems. Additionally, the chargers make
connections to both systems. It is very important the systems be connected properly before the charger is installed. Otherwise the charger
grounding system may become the sole connection between AC and DC ground and it may not be sized large enough to provide system wide
safety function. The AC grounding conductor is the conductor with green, or green with yellow stripe included in the AC power cable and should
be sized the same as the power and neutral conductors (see Table C page 5 for AC wire color). This will connect to the right most terminal in
the AC connection block. There is also chassis connection terminal for a DC safety grounding wire. The DC safety ground should be green or
marked green and sized equal to, or one wire size smaller, than the DC charge wires.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
– This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Models 7531 and 7532.
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Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
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Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
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Do not operate charger with damaged cord – replace the cord immediately.
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Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.
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Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire. The battery charger must be properly assembled in accordance with the assembly instruction before it is used.
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To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
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WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
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WORKING IN 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.
b) To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
a) Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
d) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at
least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
P12
7531 AND 7532 BATTERY CHARGERS
