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NOTICE: If the Reverse Connection indicator lights, the cables are connected improperly.
Immediately disconnect the cables and connect them properly to prevent damage to the battery.
WARNING! TO PREVENT EXPLOSION: DO NOT USE WITH GEL BATTERIES.
3. Position AC and DC cables to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.
4. Set Battery Type switch according to battery type:
• Set to Regular for flooded and maintenance-free batteries. • Set to AGM for Absorbed Glass Mat batteries.
5. Set Setting switch to 50A Emergency Engine Start.
6. After switches are set, plug in charger.
7.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, FIRE, AND DAMAGE TO CHARGER AND BATTERY, follow
5 second maximum with 4 minute minimum rest duty cycle for the Start mode.
8. To start the engine, turn ignition key.
ONLY KEEP CHARGER IN START MODE UP TO 5 SECONDS AT A TIME.
9. If engine fails to start, charge battery for an additional five minutes before attempting to start.
10. After the engine starts, unplug the power cord from outlet before disconnecting the DC cable clamps.
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Unplug the charger, disconnect any battery, and allow charger to
cool completely before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM CHARGER FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have
the problem corrected before further use.
Maintenance Instructions
T
roubleshooting
Problem
Possible Causes
Likely Solutions
Charger will not start.
1. Cord not connected.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Clamps are not securely
connected to battery terminals.
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet.
If outlet is unpowered, turn off charger and
check circuit breaker.
If breaker is tripped,
make sure circuit is right capacity for
charger and circuit has no other loads.
3. Unplug charger and check that the clamps are
securely connected to the battery terminals.
Red Reverse Connection
LED turns on.
Clamps are attached to
wrong battery terminals.
Unplug charger if it is plugged in
and reverse the connections.
Charge Meter stays at
high end of dial for more
than 5-10 minutes.
Battery has a short circuit.
Unplug the charger and discontinue use.
Have the battery checked by a qualified technician.
Charger will not
start vehicle.
Setting switch is set to Charge.
Change the Setting switch to Start.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the charger.
Disconnect power supply before service.
1.
BEFORE EACH USE,
inspect the general condition of the charger. Check for:
• loose hardware • cracked or broken parts • damaged electrical wiring or cable insulation, and
• any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
2.
AFTER USE,
wipe external surfaces of the charger with clean cloth.
3.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this charger is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service
technician. DO NOT OPEN CHARGER HOUSING, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.