
9
SAFETY FEATURES
Whenever a fault condition exists, the circuitry
automatically disengages the normal operation of the
charger.
THERMAL OVERLOAD
The thermal overload protector provides a safeguard
against an excessively large charging current being
drawn by the battery for prolonged periods.
SHORT CIRCUIT
The charger is fully protected against short circuits, i.e.
the clamps coming into contact, directly or indirectly
when the unit is switched ON. If a short circuit happens,
the charger will switch off, and return to normal after
one or two minutes.
REVERSE POLARITY
The charger is fully protected against the possibility of the
clamps being incorrectly connected. If the Polarity
Warning LED illuminates the clamps connected to
the battery should be reversed.