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THE BCDC1220 & BCDC1220-IGN
The BCDC1220(-IGN) In-vehicle Battery Charger features technology designed to charge your
batteries to 100%, regardless of their type or size. By providing a unique charging profile to
each specific battery type, the BCDC1220(-IGN) In-Vehicle Battery Charger is able to achieve and
maintain an optimal charge in your auxiliary battery, at all times. The BCDC1220 is designed to
work with either fixed voltage or temperature compensating alternators while the BCDC1220-IGN
is designed to operate with variable voltage alternators.
WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for the
BCDC1220 & BCDC1220-IGN battery chargers.
DO NOT OPERATE THE BATTERY CHARGER UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS MANUAL
AND THE CHARGER IS INSTALLED AS PER THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. REDARC RECOMMENDS
THAT THE CHARGER BE INSTALLED BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES:
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING AND USING THE CHARGER.
1. The Battery Charger should not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been instructed
on how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the Battery Charger.
2. Do NOT alter or disassemble the Battery Charger under any circumstances. All faulty units must be returned to
REDARC for repair. Incorrect handling or reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire and may void
the unit warranty.
3. Only use the Battery Charger for charging Standard Automotive Lead Acid, Calcium Content, Gel, AGM or Deep
Cycle type 12V batteries. Check the manufacturers data for your battery and ensure that the ‘Maximum’ voltage
of the profile you select does not exceed the manufacturers recommended maximum charging voltage. If the
‘Maximum’ voltage for your battery type is too high, please select another charging profile. The Battery Charger
is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than to charge a battery.
4. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine. This may cause the battery to explode.
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PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To assist with the safe operation and use of the Battery Charger:
a) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.
b) If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, remove the affected clothing and wash the affected area of your
skin immediately with soap and water. If battery acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with running
cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical assistance immediately.
SAL.FOR.Instruction Manual.BCDC1220 - DOC480 – Version 6
