Before Returning For Repairs - DieHard 71323 Owner's Manual

PROBLEM
Short or no start
cycle when cranking
engine.

14. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS

When a charging problem
arises, make certain that the
battery is capable of accepting a
normal charge. Double check all
connections, the AC outlet for a full
120 volts, the charger clamps for
correct polarity and the quality of
the connections from the cables to
the clamps and from the clamps
to the battery system. The clamps
must be clean.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Drawing more than the
Engine Start Rate.
Failure to wait 3 minutes
(180 seconds) between
cranks.
Clamps are not making a
good connection.
AC cord and/or extension
cord is loose.
No power at receptacle.
The charger may be
overheated.
Battery may be severely
discharged.
Crank time varies with the
amount of current drawn. If
cranking draws more than the
Engine Start Rate, crank time
may be less than 3 seconds.
Wait 3 minutes of rest time
before the next crank, to allow
the battery and charger to cool
down.
Check for poor connection at
battery and frame.
Check power cord and extension
cord for loose fitting plug.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
The thermal protector may have
tripped and needs a little longer
to close. Make sure the charger
vents are not blocked. Wait and
try again.
On a severely discharged
battery, use the 10A Boost
setting for few minutes, to help
assist in cranking.
When an UNKNOWN OPERATING
PROBLEM arises, please read
the complete manual and call
the customer service number
for information. This will usually
eliminate the need for return.
If the above solutions do
not eliminate the problem,
or for information about
troubleshooting or replacement
parts, call toll-free from anywhere
in the U.S.A.: 1-800-621-5485.
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