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BATTERY
CHARGER/STARTER
Model 03418
ASSEMBLY and OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
®
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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- Page 1 . All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools . For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353...
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Page 2: Specifications
Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by a qualified technician. The clamps must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Specifications Save This Manual ’... - Page 3 When unpacking, check to make sure the parts listed on page 11 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
- Page 4 Even the slightest spark will suffice to ignite hydrogen gas. Pay strict attention to, and follow all of the warnings, each time you use the battery charger. Only use this charger indoors on dry, flat, stable surfaces. Any contact with water will create an electric shock hazard resulting in serious injury or death.
- Page 5 Only charge lead acid batteries with this charger. Do not attempt to charge dry cell household batteries as they may explode. Position the battery charger as far away from the battery as possible. Use the full extension length of the DC charging cables.
- Page 6 Minimum size (AWG rating) of a 50 foot cord is 18 gauge. Minimum size (AWG rating) of a 100 foot cord is 14 gauge. Minimum size (AWG rating) of a 150 foot cord is 12 gauge. Never alter extension cords. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 6...
- Page 7 Connect the POSITIVE red Clamp (#2) to a heavy gauge metal part of your vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect to the NEGATIVE (black) terminal on the battery, fuel lines, the carburetor, or sheet metal body parts. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Operation (continued)
- Page 8 During charging, whether using the manual or automatic modes, it is important to monitor the operation by checking the ammeter (see FIGURE 1). Note: When the battery is charged the green charge complete light will turn on. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Operation (continued)
- Page 9 Note: If the engine continues to spin but will not start after several tries, than you may have another problem unrelated to charging. Stop attempting to start/charge the battery until the problem is found and corrected. Continued engine cranking may damage the vehicle’s starter motor. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Operation (continued) Page 9...
- Page 10 Check that the battery isn’t damaged and incapable of being charged. Double check that you have selected the correct settings. Make sure you allow enough charging time. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Operation (continued) = 75% or .75 X 1.25 = hours to charge...
- Page 11 OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available indi- vidually as replacement parts. SKU 03418 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Part No.