Schumacher SCI90 Owner's Manual page 5

7. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
7.1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal 230V, 50 Hz circuit. (See the warning label on
the charger for the correct input voltage.) The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. The
DANGER
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result in a risk of an electric shock or electrocution.
7.3 Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:
100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less – use a 16 gauge (1.31 mm
Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long – use a 14 gauge (2.08 mm
8. CONTROL PANEL
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NOTE: See the Operating Instructions section for a complete description of the
charger modes.
Charge Rate Button
Use this button to set the maximum charge rate. Press the button until the desired charge
rate is selected.
– Charges and maintains small batteries. Maintains large batteries.
– Charges small batteries, such as those commonly used in garden tractors,
snowmobiles and motorcycles. Not for charging large batteries.
– Charges automotive, marine and light truck batteries.
– Provides high amperage for cranking an engine with a weak or run-down battery.
Battery Type/Mode Button
Set the type of battery to be charged, or Desulfation Mode:
(Calcium) – Calcium batteries are acid batteries impregnated with calcium.
(Absorbed Glass Mat/Gel) – AGM batteries have electrolyte absorbed in separators
electrolytes. These batteries are sealed with valves and should not be opened.
(Desulfation Mode) – A special mode of operation designed for sulfated batteries.
NOTE: When charging a battery that is not marked, check the manual of the item which
uses the battery for the correct battery type. Make sure the battery complies with the safety
instructions in Section 2.3.
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
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1. Digital Display
2. Charge Rate Button
3. Battery Type Button
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) extension cord.
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) extension cord.
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(to show charging has