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MODEL SS-120A-PE, 12 AMP
FULLY AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER
FOR 12 VOLT MARINE DEEP CYCLE &
AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS
OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ
THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
1.
Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all
instructions and cautions printed on:
Battery Charger
Battery
Vehicle or unit using battery
2.
Use battery charger on LEAD ACID type rechargeable bat-
teries only, such as used in autos, trucks, tractors, airplanes,
vans, RV's trolling motors, etc. Charger is not intended to
supply power to low-voltage electrical system other than in
an automotive application.
WARNING: Do not use battery charger for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used with home appliances.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons
and damage to property.
3.
Use only attachments recommended or sold by manufac-
turer. Use of non-recommended attachments may result in
fire, electric shock, or injury.
4.
When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug
not by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to
cord or plug.
5.
Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on,
tripped over, or subjected to damage or stress.
6.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have
cord replaced immediately.
7.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to
a qualified professional for inspection and repair.
8.
Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified profes-
sional when service or repair is required. Incorrect reas-
sembly may result in electric shock or fire.
9.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
10. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely neces-
sary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
Send Warranty Product Repairs to: 1025 E. Thompson Avenue, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280
OWNER'S MANUAL
GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •
801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179
Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485
or electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make
sure that:
Pins on plug of extension cord are the same num-
ber, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
Extension cord is properly wired and in good elec-
trical condition.
Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of
charger, as specified below:
Length of cord (feet): 25
AWG size of cord:
11. Always charge battery in a well-ventilated area.
NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted area without
adequate ventilation.
WARNING: Risk of explosive gas.
12. Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger
cables permit.
13. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
14. NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is
frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging.
15. NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
specific gravity or filling battery.
16. NEVER set a battery on top of charger.
17. NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged.
Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
18. NEVER touch the battery clamps together when the charger
is energized.
19. NEVER crank engine with charger attached to battery.
WARNING: Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have
proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger. Do not
set on flammable items like carpeting, upholstery, paper, card-
board, etc. Will damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.
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Page 1: Important Safety Instructions
OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL SS-120A-PE, 12 AMP Read Rules for FULLY AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER Safe Operation FOR 12 VOLT MARINE DEEP CYCLE & and Instructions AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES Carefully WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. -
Page 2: Preparing To Charge
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY 1. WARNING: Wear complete eye protection and clothing 5. Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with protection when working with lead-acid batteries. a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a 2. -
Page 3: Led Display
READ WARNING ON BACK AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL INPUT: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 2.4 AMP CONVENTIONAL & LOW OUTPUT: 12 AMP AT 12 V DC MAINTENANCE BATTERY MODEL SS-120A-PE 0899001371 AUTOMATIC MANUAL LED Indicators: The battery charger has three LED lights. They indicate different functions. -
Page 4: Circuit Breaker
is less than 12.2 volts prior to being charged, and the voltage MANUAL VS. AUTOMATIC CHARGING climbs rapidly when you first start charging, your battery may be In the AUTOMATIC positions, the charger will only turn ON when SULFATED. Under this condition, the charger enters it is connected to a battery with a voltage over .7 volts. -
Page 5: Operating Instructions: Charging Battery In Vehicle
Check polarity of battery posts. Battery case will be marked NEGATIVE POSITIVE by each post: POSITIVE (POS, P, +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -). NOTE: The positive battery post usually has a larger BATTERY CHARGER diameter than the negative post. BATTERY Attach a 24-inch long (or longer) 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post. -
Page 6: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING The battery charger is designed to work automatically. However, If a problem does occur, check the following: PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION Red LED doesn't light Charger is not plugged in Plug in (Automatic Mode) Connections are reversed. With charger unplugged, reverse clamps and reconnect (rock back and forth to bite in). -
Page 7: Maintenance/Cleaning Instructions
ONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TO- WARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER THAN THIS EXPRESS LIMITED Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants this battery charger WARRANTY. THE MANUFACTURER MAKES NO WARRANTY OF for five years from date of purchase at retail against defective ma- MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE OF THIS terial or workmanship. - Page 8 • IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS • ELECTRIC CORPORATION 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179 Send Warranty Product Repairs to: 1025 E. Thompson Avenue, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280 Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485 646-1299...
- Page 9 MANUAL DEL DUEÑO Precaución: CARGADOR DE BATERIA TOTALMENTE AUTOMATICO Lea detenidamente las MODELO SS-120-A-PE, DE 12 AMPERIOS reglas para operar PARA BATERIAS MARINAS, DE CICLO PROFUNDO Y seguramente DE AUTOMOVIL, A 12 VOLTIOS EL TRABAJAR CERCA DE BATERIAS DE PLOMO-ACIDO ES PELIGROSO. LAS BATERIAS GENERAN GASES EXPLOSIVOS DURANTE LA OPERACION NORMAL DE LA BATERIA.
- Page 10 PRECAUCIONES Y SEGURIDAD PERSONALES ADVERTENCIA: Al trabajar con baterías de plomo-ácido, Al trabajar con una batería de plomo-ácido, quítese todos use protección completa de los ojos y protección de la los artículos personales de metal tales como anillos, ropa. brazaletes, collares y relojes. Una batería de plomo-ácido Cuando usted trabaje con o esté...
- Page 11 READ WARNING ON BACK AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL INPUT: 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 2.4 AMP CONVENTIONAL & LOW OUTPUT: 12 AMP AT 12 V DC MAINTENANCE BATTERY MODEL SS-120A-PE 0899001371 AUTOMATIC MANUAL Indicadores LED - El cargador de batería tiene tres luces LED. Indican funciones diferentes.
- Page 12 carga de "ABSORPTION" (absorción). En dicha fase, el cargador MODO DE DESULFATACION mantiene constante al voltaje de la batería y permite que la Si su batería se ha quedado descargada por un largo período batería determine la corriente de cargar. Una vez estabilizada de tiempo, es posible que ya esté...
- Page 13 INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION: PARA CARGAR DE LA BATERIA FUERA DEL VEHÍCULO Tenga cuidado en determinar el tipo de batería al cargarla fuera del vehículo. Para reducir el riesgo de una chispa cerca de la batería, siga estos pasos cuando la batería está fuera del vehículo. ADVERTENCIA: Al sacar la batería del vehículo o del barco, desconecte primero el poste puesto a tierra.
- Page 14 POSTE POSITIVO CONECTADO A TIERRA Seleccione modo automático o manual. Véase Para un vehículo conectado a tierra por el positivo, conecte "Controles del Cargador" la pinza de conexión NEGATIVA (NEGRA) del cargador de la Cuando la batería está completamente cargada, batería al poste NEGATIVO (NEG, N, -) no conectado a tierra.
- Page 15 EXPRESA. EL FABRICANTE NO HACE NINGUNA GARANTIA DE CAPACIDAD DE COMERCIALIZACION DEL PRODUCTO NI La Schumacher Electric Corporation garantiza este cargador DE SU ADECUACION AL FINALIDAD DE ESTE PRODUCTO Y de batería por cinco años, contados a partir de la fecha de EXPRESAMENTE LAS EXCLUYE DE ESTA GARANTIA LIMITADA.
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Page 16: Instrucciones De Seguridad Importantes
• INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES • • GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES • ELECTRIC CORPORATION 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179 Para reparación del producto baja garantía, envíelo a: 1025 E. Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280. Para más información comuníquese al Dep. de Servicios al Cliente: 1-800-621-5485 646-1299...