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1. Note the polarity of the battery posts

by checking the identification marks
on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P or
+) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The
positive post is usually larger than
the negative post.

2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long, 6-

gauge (AWG), insulated battery
cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -)
battery post. Rock and twist the
clamp back and forth to be sure a
solid electrical connection is made.

3. Connect the red (POSITIVE) output

clamp to the POSITIVE battery post.
Rock and twist the clamp back and
forth to be sure a solid electrical
connection is made.

4. Position yourself as far away from

the battery as possible, and then
connect the black (NEGATIVE)
output clamp to the free end of the
cable.

POSITIVE

NEGATIVE

BATTERY CHARGER

BATTERY

24", 6 GAUGE
CABLE

POWER
CORD

TO

GROUNDED

POWER

OUTLET

CHARGING BATTERY REMOVED
FROM THE VEHICLE:

5. Plug the power cord into an AC

outlet. The charger will be set to the
Tester Mode for REGULAR battery
type.

6. Press the appropriate control buttons

to select the desired charge rate and
battery type. The CHARGING
(yellow) LED should light and the
charging process should start. If the
CHECK (red) LED is on, check for
correct cable connections.

7. To disconnect the charger, unplug its

power cord before attempting to
disconnect the charger clamps. Then,
standing away from the battery,
remove the output clamp from the
NEGATIVE battery post. Finally,
remove the output clamp from the
POSITIVE battery post.

8. Clean and store the charger in a dry

location.

IMPORTANT: 

Follow all safety instruc-

tions and precautions when charging
your battery. Wear complete eye
protection and clothing protection.
Charge your battery in a well-ventilated
area.

Содержание SpeedCharge 1200A

Страница 1: ... U S A Model 1200A For 12 Volt Batteries SpeedCharge computer smart 8 12a m p F A S T C H A R G E a m p M E D I U M C H A R G E a m p S L O W C H A R G E 2 Fully Automatic Microprocessor Controlled Battery Charger with Battery Tester Send Warranty Product Repairs to Customer Service Returns P O Box 280 1025 E Thompson Hoopeston IL 60942 0280 Questions Call Customer Service 1 800 621 5485 ...

Страница 2: ...is equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer ence by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different ...

Страница 3: ...m the battery being charged as the charger cables will permit Do not expose charger to rain or snow Never charge a frozen battery If battery fluid electrolyte becomes frozen bring battery into a warm area to allow battery to thaw before you begin charging Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery Never set a battery on top of charger WARNING Handl...

Страница 4: ...fresh water and soap nearby for use in case battery acid contacts your eyes skin or clothing If this happens wash immediately with soap and water Then get medical attention Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery Acid particles corrosion may get into your eyes If this occurs flush eyes immediately with running cold water for at least 10 minutes Then immediately get medical attention ...

Страница 5: ...ave a 12 volt lead acid battery Determine voltage of battery by referring to vehicle owner s manual Charge battery initially at charger s lowest rate Clean the battery terminals Be careful to keep corrosion from getting in or around your eyes Wear safety glasses See additional Personal Safety Precautions on page 4 For batteries with removable vent caps if required add distilled water to each cell ...

Страница 6: ...low LED should light and the charging process should start If the CHECK red LED is on check for correct cable connections 8 To disconnect the charger unplug its power cord before attempting to disconnect the output clamps Then standing away from the battery remove the output clamp from the chassis or engine block Finally remove the output clamp from the battery post 9 Clean and store the charger i...

Страница 7: ...ERY 24 6 GAUGE CABLE POWER CORD TO GROUNDED POWER OUTLET CHARGING BATTERY REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE 5 Plug the power cord into an AC outlet The charger will be set to the Tester Mode for REGULAR battery type 6 Press the appropriate control buttons to select the desired charge rate and battery type The CHARGING yellow LED should light and the charging process should start If the CHECK red LED is on ...

Страница 8: ...o be charged to one of the following three 1200A CONTROL PANEL REGULAR This is the type of battery usually used in cars trucks and motorcycles These batteries have vent caps and are often marked low maintenance or maintenance free DEEP CYCLE Deep cycle batteries are usually marked as deep cycle or marine Deep cycle batteries are usually larger than the other types AGM GEL CELL AGM and gel cell bat...

Страница 9: ...th no battery O O 0 Voltage meter activated O 0 0 17 0V 2 Amp charge with battery detected O O xx or xx xV 8 Amp charge with battery detected O O xx or xx xV 12 Amp charge with battery detected O O xx or xx xV Charge complete Maintain Mode started O 100 or xx xV Desulfation mode activated B 15 or 16V Charge aborted B 18 8 B User selected User sel User sel User selected User selected User selected ...

Страница 10: ...ter the unit is powered up the unit will remain a tester not a charger indefinitely unless a charge rate is selected TESTING AFTER CHARGING After the unit has been changed from tester to charger by selecting a charge rate it remains a charger as long as it has power Disconnect and reconnect the power to change the unit back to a tester TESTER STATUS LEDs When the charger is operating as a battery ...

Страница 11: ...l charge If the charger detects a sulfated battery the charger will switch to a special mode of operation designed for such batteries Activation of the special desulfation mode is indicated by blinking the CHARGING LED If successful normal charging will resume after the battery is desulfated The CHARGING LED will then stop blinking and light continuously Desulfation could take up to 10 hours If de...

Страница 12: ...hermocouple This device monitors the temperature and allows the charger to turn the fan on and off as needed If the temperature rises above a preset level the charge current will be reduced to allow the charger to cool If the tem perature can not be reduced at the lower charge rate the charge current will be turned off until the temperature is reduced to a normal level The charger will then contin...

Страница 13: ...te and eventually reduces the charge rate in a con trolled manner After the charging process has started the digital display can be used to determine charging progress by selecting the BATTERY mode There are some important facts to keep in mind when charging a battery When the display indicates 77 charged the battery has been charged enough to start most vehicles and has already been charged as mu...

Страница 14: ... power than again if necessary the charger can deliver in 24 hours Battery may also be faulty The green CHARGED light The battery may be fully If the battery is in a vehicle turns on a few minutes after charged or recently charged turn the headlights on for a connecting to the battery leaving the battery voltage few minutes to reduce the high enough to appear to be battery voltage and try fully ch...

Страница 15: ...15 NOTES ...

Страница 16: ...anufacturer or its authorized representative The manufacturer makes no warranty other than this limited warranty and expressly excludes any implied warranty including any warranty for consequential damages THIS IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER THAN THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WA...

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