IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for Model MHTX-7
Battery Chargers. Before using the battery charger, please read all instructions and cautionary markings on the battery
charger, the battery, and the product using the battery.
CAUTION
- To reduce the risk of electric shock:
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Do not expose unit to rain or moisture.
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Do not remove cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
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Connect the battery charger directly to a grounding receptacle. An adaptor should not be used with this unit. This
unit is equipped with a power plug having an equipment grounding conductor (3-prong). The unit must be
plugged into an outlet that has been properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local and national
codes and ordinances.
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Disconnect charger from AC power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls may not
reduce this risk.
WARNING
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Charge only nickel metal hydride type rechargeable batteries. Attempting to charge other types of batteries may
result in personal injury and battery damage.
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The enclosure (metal face) may become hot during the charge cycle -
DO NOT TOUCH!
DANGER
- Never alter power plug blades or ground pin. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician. Improper connection will result in the risk of an electric shock or fire.
Make sure cords are located so that they will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. Do not operate this unit with a damaged cord or plug - replace them immediately. To reduce the risk of damage to
electric plug, pull by unit body rather than output cord when disconnecting unit.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Do not
disassemble charger; incorrect reassembly will result in the risk of an electric shock or fire. Refer service to qualified
service personnel.
Allow space around unit and adequate air circulation to reduce internal heat buildup.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This unit is a two stage, constant current battery charger for charging nickel metal hydride type rechargeable batteries.
The charge termination is by timer (13 to 15 hours standard) at which time it will switch from the charge current into a
float charge mode at a reduced current. An output cable, 6 feet long, with a barrel plug is provided. There are two
indicators on the front panel. The orange light indicates that the charger is in the charging mode. The green light
indicates that the battery is fully charged.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Loosen the screws on the charger output terminal strip. Identify the
polarity of the terminal strip ant the output connector; both the charger
housing and the output cable are marked with “+” & “-” symbols.
Attach the two spade terminals to the terminal strip and tighten the
screws. To prevent accidental shorting, cover the exposed terminals
with the molded press-on terminal cover.
