7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE
WARNING: A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY
EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
7.1
Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger
diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.
7.2
Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge
(AWG) insulated battery cable to
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) battery post.
7.3
Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery.
7.4
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.
7.5
Do not face battery when making final
connection.
7.6
When disconnecting charger, always do
so in reverse sequence of connecting
procedure and break first connection
while as far away from battery as
practical.
7.7
A marine (boat) battery must be removed
and charged on shore. To charge it on
board requires equipment specially
designed for marine use.
8. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
8.1
This battery charger is for use on a nominal
120 volt circuit and has a grounded plug.
The charger must be grounded, to reduce
the risk of electric shock. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. The plug
pins must fit the receptacle (outlet). Do not
use with an ungrounded system.
8.2 DANGER:
Never alter the AC cord or
plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet,
have a proper grounded outlet installed
by a qualified electrician. An improper
connection can result in a risk of an
electric shock or electrocution.
NOTE:
Pursuant to Canadian
Regulations, use of an adapter plug
is not allowed in Canada. Use of an
adapter plug in the United States is not
recommended and should not be used.
8.3 USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If you must use an
extension cord, follow these guidelines:
• Pins on plug of extension cord must be
the same number, size, and shape as
those of plug on charger.
• Ensure that the extension cord is properly
wired and in good electrical condition.
• Wire size must be large enough for the AC
ampere rating of charger, as specified:
Length of cord (feet)
25
50
100 150
AWG* size of cord
14
12
10
8
*AWG-American Wire Gauge
9. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9.1
Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the
cables prior to using the battery charger.
9.2
Extend the handle from the retracted
position by pulling it upward until it locks
into place. (Press the small silver buttons
inward, if necessary.)
10. CONTROL PANEL
ON/OFF SWITCH
Use this switch to select between the
Charge/Maintain rate, Boost rate and the
Engine Start mode.
OFF –
When the switch is in this position
(middle), the charger is turned off.
BOOST or
CHARGE/MAINTAIN –
When the switch is in this position, the
Rate Selection button can be set to either
the 6<>2A Charge/Maintain or the
40A Boost setting.
ENGINE START –
When the switch
is in this position, the Engine Start LED
will activate and will be solid when it is
connected to a battery.
RATE SELECTION BUTTON
Use this button to select one of the following:
6<>2A CHARGE/MAINTAIN –
For
charging small and large batteries. Not
recommended for industrial applications.
40A BOOST –
For quickly adding
energy to a severely discharged or large
capacity battery prior to Engine Start.
200A ENGINE START –
Provides
200 amps for cranking an engine with a
weak or run-down battery. Always use in
combination with a battery.
