•
8
•
percent range is from 0 to 100%.
Readings below 0 (13.2 volts) will read
LO
and readings above 100% (14.6 volts)
will read
HI
. If you get a
HI
or
LO
reading,
have the electrical system checked by
a qualified technician. Not functional in
Charging mode.
•
Voltage –
When in Tester mode, the
Digital Display shows the voltage at the
charger battery clamps, in DC volts.
When charging, the digital display will
show the battery voltage, as determined
by the charger.
RATE SELECTION BUTTON
Use this button to select one of the
following:
•
2A CHARGE –
For charging small
batteries, such as those commonly used
in garden tractors, snowmobiles and
motorcycles.
•
12A FAST OR 30A RAPID –
For
charging automotive, marine and light
truck batteries. Not intended for industrial
applications.
•
80A ENGINE START –
Provides high
amperage for cranking an engine with a
weak or run-down battery. Always use in
combination with a battery.
NOTE:
Once the charger has started
charging the battery, if you press the Rate
Selection button once, the output current is
shut off and the display with show
OFF
and
then the battery voltage. If you press the
Rate Selection button again, the current will
go back on at the same setting it was when
it was turned off.
LED INDICATORS
CLAMPS CONNECTED (red) LED lit:
The clamps are connected to a battery.
CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED lit:
The charger is charging the battery.
CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED
flashing:
The charger is in abort mode.
CHARGED/MAINTAINING (green) LED
lit:
The battery is fully charged and the
charger is in maintain mode.
NOTE:
See the Operating Instructions
section for a complete description of the
charger modes.
BATTERY TYPE BUTTON
Use this button to set the type of battery.
• Standard –
Used in cars, trucks and
motorcycles, these batteries have
vent caps and are often marked “low
maintenance” or “maintenance-free”.
This type of battery is designed to
deliver quick bursts of energy (such as
starting engines) and has a greater plate
count. The plates are thinner and have
somewhat different material composition.
Standard batteries should not be used for
deep-cycle applications.
• AGM –
The Absorbed Glass Mat
construction allows the electrolyte to
be suspended in close proximity with
the plate’s active material. In theory,
this enhances both the discharge and
recharge efficiency. The AGM batteries
are a variant of Sealed VRLA (valve
regulated lead-acid) batteries. Popular
uses include high-performance engine
starting, power sports, deep-cycle, solar
and storage batteries.
• Gel –
The electrolyte in a Gel cell has
a silica additive that causes it to set up
or stiffen. The recharge voltages on
this type of cell are lower than those for
other styles of lead-acid battery. This is
probably the most sensitive cell in terms
of adverse reactions to overvoltage
charging. Gel batteries are best used
in VERY DEEP cycle application and
may last a bit longer in hot weather
applications. If the wrong battery charger
is used on a gel cell battery, poor
performance and premature failure
will result.
11. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
A spark near battery may
cause an explosion.
IMPORTANT:
Do not start the vehicle with
the charger connected to the AC outlet, or
it could damage the charger.
NOTE:
This charger is equipped with
an auto-start feature. Current will not be
supplied to the battery clamps until a
battery is properly connected. The clamps
will not spark if touched together.
CHARGING A BATTERY IN THE
VEHICLE
1.
Turn off all the vehicle’s accessories.
2.
Keep the hood open.
3.
Clean the battery terminals.
4.
Place the charger on a dry, non-
flammable surface.
5.
Lay the AC/DC cables away from any
fan blades, belts, pulleys and other
moving parts.
6.
Connect the battery, following the
precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.
