Maintenance And Care; Troubleshooting - Schumacher SFM-1562A-CA Owner's Manual

MAINTAINING A BATTERY
The SFM-1562A-CA maintains both 6 and 12 volt batteries, keeping them at
full charge.
NOTE: The maintain mode technology allows you to safely charge and maintain a
healthy battery for extended periods of time. However, problems with the battery,
electrical problems in the vehicle, improper connections or other unanticipated
conditions could cause excessive current draws. As such, occasionally monitoring
your battery and the charging process is recommended.

13. MAINTENANCE AND CARE

A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years.
13.1 Clean the clamps each time you are finished charging. Wipe off any battery fluid
that may have come in contact with the clamps, to prevent corrosion.
13.2 Occasionally cleaning the case of the charger with a soft cloth will keep the finish
shiny and help prevent corrosion.
13.3 Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the charger. This will help
prevent accidental damage to the cords and charger.
13.4 Store the charger unplugged from the AC power outlet, in an upright position.
13.5 Store inside, in a cool, dry place. Do not store the clamps clipped together, on or
around metal, or clipped to the cables.

14. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Battery clamps do not
spark when touched
together.
All three LEDs come
on for 2 seconds, then
turn off.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The charger is equipped
with an auto-start feature.
It will not supply current to
the battery clamps until a
battery is properly connected.
The clamps will not spark if
touched together.
The charger is plugged into
an AC outlet.
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REASON/SOLUTION
No problem; this is a normal
condition.
No problem; this is normal.