•
6
•
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. 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.
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
16
14
14
12
*AWG-American Wire Gauge
9. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9.1
Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery charger.
10. CONTROL PANEL
DIGITAL DISPLAY
The Digital Display gives a digital indication of voltage, % of charge or time. The display will show the
battery VOLTAGE when the charger is not charging a battery. When it goes into charging mode, the display
will automatically change to
ON
(to show charging has started) and then show the percent-of-charge of the
battery being charged and either 6 or 12 (the battery voltage determined by the charger). If you manually
stop the charging process (by pressing the START/STOP button) before the battery is fully charged, the
display will show
OFF
.
LED INDICATORS
Digital Display LEDs:
• % – The Digital Display shows an estimated charge percentage of the battery connected to the charger
battery clamps.
• Voltage – The Digital Display shows the voltage at the charger battery clamps, in DC volts.
Charging Status LEDs:
CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED lit: The charger is charging the battery.
CHARGED/MAINTAINING (green) LED lit: The battery is fully charged and the charger is in maintain mode.
NOTE: See Operating Instructions for a complete description of the charger modes.
CLAMPS REVERSED (red) LED flashing: The connections are reversed.
BAD BATTERY (red) LED lit: The charger has detected a problem with the battery.
See Troubleshooting for more information.
