Speedcharge Controls - Schumacher Electric SpeedCharge SC-1200A Owner's Manual

DISPLAY MODE SWITCH
Use this switch to set the function of the
digital meter to one of the following
three.
• BATTERY %: The digital meter
displays an estimate of the percent of
charge of the battery connected to the
charger battery clamps.
• VOLTAGE: The digital meter displays
the voltage at the charger battery
clamps in DC volts.
• ALTERNATOR %: The digital meter
displays an estimate of the output of
the vehicle charging system con-
nected to the charger battery clamps
as compared to a properly functioning
system.
CHARGE RATE SWITCH
Use this switch button to set the charge
rate to one of the following three.
• 2A CHARGE RATE: Intended for
charging small batteries such as
those commonly used in garden
tractors, snow mobiles and motor-
cycles. The 2A rate is not intended to
be used as a trickle charger for larger
batteries.
• 8A or 12A CHARGE RATE: Use for
charging automotive batteries,
marine batteries, and deep cycle
batteries. Not intended for industrial
applications.
SPEEDCHARGE CONTROL
SC-1200A CONTROL PANEL
BATTERY TYPE SWITCH
Use this switch button to set the type of
battery to be charged to one of the
following three.
• REGULAR: This is the type of battery
usually used in cars, trucks, and
motorcycles. These batteries have
vent caps and are often marked "low
maintenance" or "maintenance-free".
• DEEP CYCLE: Deep cycle batteries
are usually marked as "deep cycle" or
"marine". Deep cycle batteries are
usually larger than the other types.
• AGM, GEL CELL: AGM and gel cell
batteries have sealed cases without
vent caps. Such batteries are often
smaller than the other types.
With the exception of AGM and gel cell
batteries, all other battery types may or
may not have vent caps. Vent caps are
located on top of the battery and
provide a means to add distilled water
when needed . Batteries should be
marked with their type. If charging a
battery that is not marked, check the
manual of the item that uses the battery.
If the battery type is unknown, use the
REGULAR setting. Make sure the
battery complies with the safety instruc-
tions on page 3.
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