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Problem
Cause
Solution
DC Fuse (3) has blown
Battery clamps (10 & 11) have touched
Replace DC Fuse and ensure clamps are kept apart
Battery clamps are reversed
Replace DC Fuse and ensure clamps are fitted to the
correct terminals of the battery
Battery internal fault
Replace fuse and battery
Discharged battery not charging
Poor connection
Check clamps are firmly connected to battery terminals.
Clean terminals if necessary
Battery sulphated
Consult vehicle battery specialist to de-sulphate battery
or replace battery
DC Fuse has blown
Replace DC Fuse
24V battery but set to 12V output
Use correct voltage setting
Discharged battery charging at
a slow rate
Battery at low temperature
Charge rate will increase as battery warms
While charging a battery the
battery charger has stopped
operating and the battery charger
casing is warm
Thermal overload protection has operated
Switch the charger off and allow to cool. It may take up to 20 minutes before
the charger will function again
Battery water level has reduced
and there is bubbling and gassing
of the water
Battery is being excessively over-charged
Disconnect battery charger from the mains supply immediately and ensure
area is fully ventilated. Do not smoke or allow open flames near battery. Top
up battery with distilled water (follow battery manufacturer instructions) and
carefully check if battery is still in serviceable condition. For maintenance-free
batteries replace immediately.
Charger left in boost mode
12V battery is being charged at 24V
Troubleshooting
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