Schumacher Electric SEM-1562A Owner's Manual page 10

NOTE: See the Operating Instructions section for a complete
description of the charger modes.
12. OPERATiNG iNSTRUCTiONS
accordance with the assembly instructions before it is used.
Charging
1. Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in
good working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the
battery clips.
2. Connect the battery following the connection instructions
described in Using the Quick-Connect Cable Connectors section.
3. Connect the AC power following the precautions listed
in Section 8. Make sure to place the charger on a dry,
non-flammable surface, such as metal or concrete.
4. If you've connected everything correctly, the CHARGING
(yellow) LED should be lit, indicating that the charger is
charging. If the CHARGING
check the connections or have the battery checked/replaced.
5. To disconnect, reverse the procedure.
NOTE: This charger is equipped with an auto-start feature. It will not
supply current to the battery clips until a battery is properly connected.
Unlike traditional chargers, the clips will not spark if touched together.
USiNG THE QUiCK-CONNECT CABLE CONNECTORS
NOTE: Never connect the clamp and ring terminal connectors
together for use in other applications, such as external battery or
other power source charging, or to extend the output cable length,
as reverse polarity and/or overcharge conditions will occur.
50 Amp Battery Clips:
1. Connect the end of the charger output cable to the end of the
50 amp battery clips cable.
2. Follow the steps in sections 6 and 7 to connect the output
clips to the battery.
3. After a good electrical connection is made to the battery, plug
the power cord into a grounded 120V AC electrical wall outlet.
This battery charger must be properly assembled in
(yellow) LED does not light,
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