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14. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
A minimal amount of care can keep your
battery charger working properly for years.
• Before performing maintenance, unplug
and disconnect the battery charger (see
Sections 6, 7 and 8).
• Clean the clamps each time you are
finished charging. Wipe off any battery
fluid that may have come in contact with
the clamps to prevent corrosion.
• Occasionally cleaning the case of the
charger with a soft cloth will keep the
finish shiny and help prevent corrosion.
• Coil the input and output cords neatly
when storing the charger. This will help
prevent accidental damage to the cords
and charger.
• Store the charger unplugged from the
AC power outlet in an upright position.
• Store inside, in a cool, dry place. Do not
store the clamps on the handle, clipped
together, on or around metal, or clipped
to the cables.
15. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REASON/SOLUTION
No reading on the
ammeter.
Charger is not plugged in.
No power at the receptacle.
Clamps are not making a good
connection to the battery.
Connections are reversed.
Battery is defective (will not accept
a charge).
2A charge rate is being used.
Plug the charger into an AC outlet.
Check for open fuse or circuit breaker
supplying AC outlet.
Check for poor connection to battery
and frame. Make sure connection
points are clean. Rock clamps back and
forth for a better connection.
Unplug the charger and reverse the
clamps.
Have the battery checked.
Ammeter may show no activity at the
2A charge rate.
Ammeter reading stays
high.
Battery is severely discharged.
Wrong battery voltage.
Continue charging battery for two more
hours. If problem continues, have the
battery checked.
Verify the voltage settings on the
charger are correct.
Ammeter reads less
than selected charge
rate when charging a
discharged battery.
Extension cord is too long or wire
gauge is too small.
Weak cell or sulfated plate in battery.
Battery is only partially discharged.
Use a shorter or heavier gauge
extension cord.
A sulfated battery will eventually take a
normal charge if left connected. If the
battery will not take a charge, have it
checked.
Continue to charge the battery.
