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when the battery is fully charged.
6. When charging is complete, disconnect the charger from the AC power,
disconnect the negative clamp, and finally the positive clamp.
7. A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore.
BATTERY CHARGING TIMES
BATTERY SIZE/RATING
CHARGE TIME
(0.75A)
SMALL BATTERIES
Motorcycle, garden tractor, etc.
6-12 Ah
5-10 h
12-32 Ah
10-26.5 h
CARS AND TRUCKS
200-315 CCA 40-60 RC
MAINTAIN ONLY
315-550 CCA 60-85 RC
MAINTAIN ONLY
550-1000 CCA 85-190 RC MAINTAIN ONLY
MARINE/DEEP-CYCLE
80 RC
MAINTAIN ONLY
140 RC
MAINTAIN ONLY
160 RC
MAINTAIN ONLY
180 RC
MAINTAIN ONLY
Times are based on a 50% discharged battery and may change, depending on age
and condition of battery.
AUTOMATIC CHARGING MODE
When an Automatic Charge is performed, the charger switches to the maintain
mode automatically after the battery is charged.
COMPLETION OF CHARGE
When the green LED turns off, the charger has switched to the maintain mode of
operation.
MAINTAIN MODE (FLOAT MODE MONITORING)
When the green LED turns off, the charger has started maintain mode. In this mode, the
charger keeps the battery fully charged by delivering a small current when necessary.
MAINTAINING A BATTERY
The SC1278 maintains 12 volt batteries, keeping them at full charge.
NOTE: The maintain mode technology allows you to safely charge and maintain a
healthy battery for extended periods of time. However, problems with the battery,
electrical problems in the vehicle, improper connections or other unanticipated
conditions could cause excessive current draws. As such, occasionally monitoring
your battery and the charging process is recommended.
12. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
