7
2.8
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY
IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE
BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A
SPARK NEAR BATTERY:
1
Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +)
battery post usually has a larger diameter than
NEGATIVE (NEG, N,
–) post.
2
Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG)
insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N,
–)
battery post.
3
Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) post of battery.
4
Position yourself and free end of cable as far away
from battery as possible
– then connect NEGATIVE
(BLACK) charger clip to free end of cable.
5
Do not face battery when making final connection.
6
When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse
sequence of connecting procedure and break first
connection while as far away from battery as practical.
7
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and
charged on shore. To charge it on board requires
equipment specially designed for marine use.
2.9
PREPARING TO CHARGE
1
If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge,
always remove grounded terminal from battery first.
Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as
not to cause an arc.
2
Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while
battery is being charged.
3
Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion
from coming in contact with eyes.
4
Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid
reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. Do
not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps,
such as valve regulated lead acid batteries, carefully
follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
5
Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions
while charging and recommended rates of charge.
6
Determine voltage of battery by referring to car
owner’s manual and make sure that output voltage
selector switch is set at correct voltage. If charger has
adjustable charge rate, charge battery initially at
lowest rate. Exception: For a charger not having an
output voltage selector switch, determine voltage of
battery by referring to car owner’s manual and make
sure it matches output rating of battery charger.
2.10 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This battery charger should be connected to a grounded,
metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-
grounding conductor should be run with circuit conductors
and connected to equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
battery charger. Connections to battery charger should
comply with all local codes and ordinances.
2.11 WARNING REGARDING LIFE SUPPORT
APPLICATIONS
The ChargeMaster Plus is not sold for applications in any
medical equipment intended for use as a component of
any life support system unless a specific written
agreement pertaining to such intended use is executed
between
the
manufacturer
and
Mastervolt.
Such
agreement will require the equipment manufacturer either
to contract additional reliability testing of the ChargeMaster
Plus and/or to commit to undertake such testing as a part
of the manufacturing process. In addition the manufacturer
must agree to indemnify and not hold Mastervolt
responsible for any claims arising from the use of the
ChargeMaster Plus in the life support equipment.
2.12 GUARANTEE SPECIFICATIONS
Mastervolt guarantees that this unit has been built
according to the legally applicable standards and
specifications. Should work take place, which is not in
accordance
with
the
guidelines,
instructions
and
specifications contained in this user manual, then damage
may occur and/or the unit may not fulfil its specifications.
All of these matters may mean that the guarantee
becomes invalid.
The guarantee is limited to the costs of repair and/or
replacement of the product. Costs for installation labor or
shipping of the defective parts are not covered by this
guarantee.
2.13 CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
This
product
is
designed
and
manufactured
with
high
quality
materials and components, which can
be recycled and reused. When this
crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is
attached to a product, it means the
product is covered by the European Directive 2012/19/EU.
Please be informed about the local separate collection
system for electrical and electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and do not
dispose of your old products with your normal household
waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help
prevent
potential
negative
consequences
to
the
environment and human health.
