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2. Connect the DC output plug, if not already
connected, by grasping the plug body and
pushing it straight into the receptacle until it is
fully engaged. The BLACK wire must be
connected to battery negative (-), and the RED
or WHITE wire to battery positive (+). Make
sure all connections are clean and tight.
3. The charger will start after a short delay as
indicated by the transformer hum and the
ammeter movement.
WARNING: LEAD ACID BATTERIES
GENERATE GASES WHICH CAN BE EXPLOSIVE.
CHARGE ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS.
DO NOT DISCONNECT CHARGER DC OUTPUT
TERMINALS FROM BATTERY WHEN CHARGER
IS ON. THE RESULTING ARCING AND BURNING
COULD CAUSE THE BATTERY TO EXPLODE.
KEEP SPARKS, FLAME AND SMOKING
MATERIALS AWAY FROM BATTERY.
If the charger must be stopped, always
disconnect the AC cord from its outlet to
terminate the charge.
4. Monitor the ammeter for correct charge rate.
Normal charging at the finish charge rate for the
last 3 to 5 hours is important to achieve
equalization of all battery cells every time the
batteries are charged. New batteries or
batteries charged in cold temperatures (below
50°F) will require more time to achieve full
charge.
5. Charger turns off automatically when battery is
fully charged. Charge time varies with battery
size and depth of discharge. Allow 8 hours for
normal charging. Severely discharged batteries
may require up to 12 hours to be properly
charged and equalized. After the charger has
turned off, disconnect the AC supply cord from
outlet, then disconnect the DC output plug from
the battery on portable chargers only.
CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE CHARGER ON
WHILE UNATTENDED FOR MORE THAN TWO
CONSECUTIVE DAYS. SEVERE OVER-
CHARGING AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO
BATTERIES WILL RESULT IF CHARGER
SHOULD FAIL TO TURN OFF.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The battery charger requires minimal maintenance.
It should be kept clean and all connections are to be
tightly secured. In the event of intermittent
operation, examine and tighten, if necessary, all
connections. Be sure the chassis is securely
grounded. If any problems cannot be resolved,
consult a qualified service center.
Observe the following battery cycle maintenance
procedures to obtain good performance and
maximum cycle life.
1. Always observe the following personal safety
precautions when working with lead acid
batteries:
a. Someone should be within range of your
voice or close enough to come to your aid
when you work near a 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 ten minutes
and get medical attention.
e. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the
vicinity of batteries.
f. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping
a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or
short-circuit battery or other electrical part
that may cause explosion.
g. Remove personal metal items such as rings,
bracelets, necklaces, and watches when
working with a lead acid battery. A lead acid
battery can produce a short-circuit current
high enough to weld a ring or the like to
metal, causing a severe burn.
h. Never charge a frozen battery.
DANGER: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE AC
SUPPLY CORD FROM ITS OUTLET AND THE DC
OUTPUT CORD FROM THE BATTERY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE (CHANGING
FUSES, ETC.) OR CLEANING OF THE BATTERY
CHARGER.
2. New batteries should be given a full charge
before their first use because it is difficult to
know how long batteries have been stored.
3. Limit use of new batteries for first five cycles.
New batteries are not capable of their rated
output until they have been discharged a
number of times.
4. Do not excessively discharge batteries.
Excessive discharge can cause polarity reversal
of individual cells resulting in complete failure
shortly thereafter. Limited use of new batteries
will minimize the chance of cell reversal.
