Operating Instructions
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01283C
12 VOLT FULLY AUTOMATIC
BATTERY CHARGER
MODEL 13550-07
Specifications
AC Supply:
120 volts, 50/60 Hertz, single phase, 3 amps maximum
DC Output:
12 volts, 12 amps, electronic control
Battery Type:
6 cell, 12 volt, 40 to 105 ampere-hour capacity (20 hr. rate), 2.40 volts per cell maximum
voltage, gel cell and sealed “maintenance-free” lead-acid battery
PLEASE SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For correct operation of the equipment, it is important to read and be familiar
with this entire manual before installing and operating the charger.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL AFTER READING.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS:
BECOME ALERT—YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAN OCCUR.
Features
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Patented electronic circuit monitors battery state of charge and automatically turns charger off when battery is fully charged.
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Line voltage compensation produces consistent charger output for AC supply voltage variations of ±10% from nominal.
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Reverse polarity protected and no output voltage when disconnected from battery.
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Convection cooled design for maximum reliability and minimum maintenance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Before
using
battery
charger,
read
all
instructions and cautionary markings on battery
charger and battery.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY,
CHARGE ONLY LEAD-ACID TYPE RECHARGE-
ABLE
BATTERIES.
OTHER
TYPES
OF
BATTERIES MAY BURST CAUSING PERSONAL
INJURY AND DAMAGE.
2.
Keep dry; do not expose charger to rain or
snow. For storage, keep charger in a building.
3.
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.
4.
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and
cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
5.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
6.
An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of an improper
