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Schumacher 520A-PE Owner's Manual

Schumacher owner's manual battery charger 520a-pe, 612a-pe, 5216a-pe
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Owner's Manual
Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully
Working in vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal
battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that each time before using your charger, you
read this manual and follow the instructions exactly.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
A.
1.
Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all
instructions and cautions printed on:
• Battery Charger
• Battery
• Vehicle or unit using battery
2.
Use battery charger on LEAD ACID type rechargeable
batteries only, such as used in autos, trucks, tractors,
airplanes, vans, RV's trolling motors, etc. Charger is not
intended to supply power to low-voltage electrical system
other than in an automotive application.
WARNING: Do not use battery charger for charging dry-
cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and
damage to property.
3.
Use only attachments recommended or sold by
manufacturer. Use of non-recommended attachments may
result in fire, electric shock, or injury.
4.
When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug
not by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to
cord or plug.
5.
Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped
over, or subjected to damage or stress.
6.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have
cord replaced immediately.
7.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a
qualified professional for inspection and repair.
8.
Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified
professional when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
9.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Important Safety Instructions

GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION
801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179
Send Warranty Product Repairs to: 1025 E. Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280
Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485
Battery
Charger
Models:
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10. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire or
electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make
sure that:
• Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number,
size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
• Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
• Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger,
as specified below:
Length of cord (feet):
AWG size of cord:
(American Wire Gauge)
11. Always charge battery in a well ventilated area.
NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted area without
adequate ventilation.
WARNING: Risk of explosive gas.
12. Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger
cables permit.
13. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
14. NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte)
is frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging.
15. NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
specific gravity or filling battery.
16. NEVER set a battery on top of charger.
17. NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged.
Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
18. NEVER touch the battery clips together when the charger
is energized.
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520A-PE, 612A-PE, 5216A-PE
Battery Charger
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50
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18
100
150
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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and cautions printed on: •...

  • Page 2: Preparing To Charge

    Metal may cause sparking or short circuit the battery or another electrical devise. Sparking may cause an explosion. Always operate battery charger in an open well ventilated area. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.

  • Page 3: Battery Charger Controls

    For 612A-PE: When fully charged, the ammeter needle will sud- denly drop to 0 and a green LED will turn on. For 5216A-PE and 520A-PE, the Full Charge LED glows green. (They also have Power On LEDs that glow yellow.) The 0 is not printed on the meter scale, the LEDs are located in its place.

  • Page 4: Circuit Breaker

    CHARGED CHARGING CHARGE COMPLETE FULLY DISCHARGED BATTERY Initial charge current to the battery is typically 10 Amps. METER FOR 5216A-PE AND 520A-PE START FULL CHARGE POWER ON FULLY DISCHARGED BATTERY Initial charge current to the battery is typically 10 Amps. The needle points towards the 25% mark.

  • Page 5: Charging Battery In Vehicle

    NOTE: The negative post is normally grounded. NEGATIVE GROUNDED POST 5A. For negative-grounded vehicle, connect POSITIVE (RED) clip from battery charger to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of battery. Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery.

  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    The battery charger is designed to work automatically. However, If a problem does occur, check the following: PROBLEM No meter reading. Charger will not turn on (when properly connected to power. Charger will not turn OFF. Ammeter needle pulses (fluctuates) every few seconds AFTER THREE HOURS without slowing down.

  • Page 7: Maintenance/Cleaning Instructions

    WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants the 612A-PE battery charger for three years; 5216A-PE and 520A-PE for five years from date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship. If such should occur, the unit will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to forward the unit together with proof of purchase, transportation and/or mailing charges prepaid to the manufacturer or its authorized representa- tive.
  • Page 8 NOTES...

  • Page 9: Instrucciones De Seguridad Importantes

    Para reparación del producto baja garantía, envíelo a: 1025 E. Thompson Avenue, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280. 78521-6851. Para más información comuníquese al Dep. de Servicios al Cliente: 1-800-621-5485 Cargador 520A-PE, 612A-PE, 5216A-PE De Bateria Modelos 10. No use cables de extensión a no ser que sea absolutamente necesario.
  • Page 10 PRECAUCIONES Y SEGURIDAD PERSONALES ADVERTENCIA: Use protección completa tanto para los ojos como para la ropa, al trabajar con baterías galvánicas. Asegúrese de que alguien esté lo suficientemente cerca suyo para poder oír su voz o venir en su ayuda cuando Ud. trabaja con o cerca de una batería galvánica.
  • Page 11 2 Amperios Interruptor AUTOMÁTICO MANUAL 520A-PE CARGUE MANUAL CONTRA CARGUE AUTOMATICO Para la propia seguridad suya, este cargador al estar en la posición de 6 y 12 voltios, 10 Amperios, se encenderá únicamente al estar debidamente conectado a una batería que cuenta con voltaje mayor de .7 voltios.
  • Page 12 CHARGING CHARGE COMPLETE BATERIA TOTALMENTE DESCARGADA La corriente de carga inicial a la batería es típicanmente de 10 Amperios PARA EL MODELO 5216A-PE Y 520A-PE START FULL CHARGE POWER ON BATERIA TOTALMENTE DESCARGADA La corriente de carga inicial a la batería es típicanmente de 10 Amperios.
  • Page 13 Compruebe la polaridad de los postes de la batería. Lacajadela batería será marcada al lado de cada poste. POSITIVO (POS. P.+) y NEGATIVO (NEG.N.-) NOTA: El poste positivo de la batería generalmente tiene un diámetro mayor que el del poste negativo. Conecte un cable de batería aislado de 24 pulgadas de largo (o más) de Calibre 6 (AWG) al poste NEGATIVO (NEG.N,-) de la batería.

  • Page 14: Solucion De Problemas

    El cargador de batería está diseñado para funcionar automáticamente. Sin embargo, si se presenta un problema, chequée lo siguiente: PROBLEMA No hay lectura en el amperímetro El cargador no enciende (al estar debidamente conectado a la energía) El cargador no se APAGA La aguja del amperímetro pulsa (fluctúa) cada dos o tres segundos DESPUES DE TRES HORAS sin...

  • Page 15: Garantia Limitada

    LIMITADA AL COMPRADOR ORIGINAL AL POR MENOR DE ESTE PRODUCTO. ESTA GARANTIA LIMITADA NO ES TRANSFERIBLE. La Schumacher Electric Corporation garantiza el cargador de batería modelo 612A-PE por tres años, y el modelo 5216A-PE por cinco años, contados a partir de la fecha de compra al por menor, contra defectos de material o fabricación.
  • Page 16 NOTAS...

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