SBC-8138 / 8238
Multi- Stage Smart Battery Chargers
User Manual
Keep this manual in a safe place for quick reference at all times.
This manual contains important safety and operation instructions for correct use of the battery charger. Read through the
manual and pay special attention to the markings and labels of the charger, battery and equipment connected to the
battery system.
Pay special attention to these two types of notices used in this manual.
WARNING:
Failure to heed this warning may cause injury to persons and damage to Equipment.
CAUTION:
Failure to observe this warning may result in damage to equipment and improper functioning of the Charger.
WARNING:
● The charger is designed for in-door use. Protect the charger from ingress of water.
● This charger is made to charge only properly sized lead acid batteries.
● Don't recharging non-rechargeable batteries.
● Charging other types of battery or under-sized lead acid batteries may cause fire or explosion.
● Install the charger in accordance with all local codes
● Do not use the charger if it has been dropped or damaged.
● Do not remove casing of the charger, there is no user-serviceable parts inside.
● Do not charge the battery on boats. Remove the battery and charge on shore.
● Never attempt to charge a frozen battery
● Never attempt to charge a damaged battery.
● Wear protective goggles and turn your face away when connecting or disconnecting the battery.
● Never place the charger on top of a battery.
● Never smoke, use an open flame, or create sparks near battery or charger during normal charging operation as
batteries may give out explosive gas.
● Do not charge batteries in an enclosure (box- in) due to possible explosion of entrapped explosive gas.
● Use of accessory not recommended may cause risk of fire, electric shock.
● Disconnect the mains supply before connecting or disconnecting the links to the battery.
● If the charger does not work properly or if it has been damaged, unplug its AC and DC connection.
CAUTIONS:
● Refer to battery manufacturer’s specific recommended values for battery type settings and float voltage setting.
● Fix the charger to a solid support via three grooves at the flange of chassis, with three screws or nuts.
● Ensure all ventilation ports are not obstructed for efficient fan cooling, keep loose soft material or paper off at the vent
holes of the charger.
● During charging, the battery must be placed in a well ventilated area.
● If longer output charging cord is required, make sure the diameter is adequate for the current in given cable length.
