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7
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To convert Reserve Capacity to Amp Hours, divide Reserve Capacity by 2, and add 16:
Example:
Amp Hour Rating = Reserve Ca 16
2
NOTE:
The Reserve Capacity can be obtained from the battery specification sheet or the
owner’s manual.
To calculate the time needed for a charge:
1.
Find the percent of charge needed (a battery at 50 percent charge that will be
charged to 100 percent needs another 50 percent (.5).
2.
Multiply the Amp Hour Rating by the charge needed (.5) and divide by the charger
setting (5 amps).
3.
Multiply the results by 1.25, and you will have the total time needed, in hours,
to bring the battery to a full charge.
4.
Add an additional hour for a deep-cycle battery.
Example:
Amp Hour Rating x % of charge needed x 1.25 = hours of charge
Charger Setting
100 (AH Rating) x .50 (charge needed) x 1.25 = 12.5 hours
5 (Charger Setting)
100 x .50 x 1.25 = 12.5
5
A 100-Ampere Hour Battery must charge for 12 ½ hours when using the above example.
15. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
15.1
Before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect battery charger (see sections 6.7
and 7.6).
15.2
After use, unplug charger and use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt
or oil from terminals, cords, and the charger case.
15.3
Have any cracked or frayed cables replaced by an authorized service person.
15.4
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.
16. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
16.1
Store charger unplugged, in an upright position. Cord will still conduct electricity until it is
unplugged from the outlet.
16.2
Store inside, in a dry, cool place (unless you’re using an on-board Marine Charger).
16.3
Do not store clips on handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped to cables.
17. TROUBLESHOOTING
LED GUIDE/PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
The charger is plugged in but
the POWER ON (red) LED is
not lit.
No power at the AC receptacle.
Poor electrical connection.
The battery charger is not
functioning properly.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord and
extension cord for loose
fitting plug.
Have battery checked.
The battery is connected and
the POWER ON (red) LED
is on, but the CHARGING
(yellow) LED is not lit and
charger is not charging.
Battery connectors are not
making a good connection.
The battery is bad.
The battery charger is not
functioning properly.
Check for poor connection
at battery. Make sure
connecting points are clean.
Have the battery checked by
a qualified service person.
Have battery checked.
