Before first use of charger, read this manual, and follow all its Safety and Operating Instructions with every charger use. Save these instructions. Made in U.S.A. of U.S. and imported parts. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 600-198...
Wiring Diagram ... 15 Please read this Owner's Manual before using your Battery Charger The DieHard model 200.713201, Fully Automatic Battery Charger, offers a wide range of features for home or light commercial use. This manual will show you how to use your charger safely and effectively.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of explosion, explosive gases, or injury while using your battery charger, follow the precautions listed below: • Read all instructions and cautions printed on the battery charger, battery, and vehicle or equipment using battery.
• Always operate your battery charger in an open, well ventilated area. • Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
It is important to understand your charger's requirements. This section will tell you about your charger's electrical requirements and how to prepare a battery for charging. ASSEMBLING YOUR CHARGER Included with your battery charger are two cord wrap posts for storage of the clamp cables. To install, align the three tabs to correspond with the three receptacles and push until you hear a snap.
USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER To obtain the best results from your battery charger, you must know how to use it properly. This section will tell you how to set the controls, and how you can charge a battery while it is still in the vehicle, or you can remove it and then charge it.
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Battery Type: The charger is designed to provide a specific charge best suited for charging each type of battery. Charging a GEL CELL battery as a REGULAR or DEEP CYCLE battery can permanently damage it. Charging a battery on anything but the proper selection can result in a partial charge or damaged battery.
Check your connections. RED, SLOW BLINK: The charger has sensed a battery condition which prevents further charging. Have the battery checked by a Sears technician. CHARGING YOUR BATTERY Charging your battery inside the vehicle: 1.
10. Clean and store the battery charger in a dry location. Charging your battery outside the vehicle: 1. Remove the battery from vehicle,...
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10. Standing away from the battery, remove the negative lead from the insulated cable connected to the NEGATIVE post first. Then remove the lead from the POSITIVE post. 11. Clean and store the battery charger in a dry location. POSITIVE NEGATIVE BATTERY 24", 6 GAUGE...
CALCULATING CHARGE TIME Battery Rating Method Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to fully charge a battery that is initially at 50% State-of-Charge. Identify your battery type and its associated Charge Time in the table. Common battery types are: •...
[(RC x Charge Factor) ÷ Charger Setting] x 0.73 = Hours Needed [(95 x 0.75) ÷ 20] x 0.73 = 2.6 Hours MAINTENANCE AND CARE To keep your battery charger working properly for years: 1. Clean the clamps each time you are finished charging. Wipe off any...
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem...call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A. 1-800-SEARS-64 • (1-800-732-7764) 7 AM to 4:30 PM CST Monday through Friday TROUBLESHOOTING Check for poor connection at battery. Make sure clamps and posts are clean.
This section shows an illustration of your battery charger. Use it to become familiar with where all the parts are located, and what they look like. Replacement Parts List Model 713201 Item Description Transformer SCR control Module PC Board Asm (SWITCHES)
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Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) For the location of an authorized Sears Service Center in your area Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222 When requesting service or ordering parts, always provide the following information: •...