CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................ 2 Battery Charger Safety ......................2 Preparing to Charge ....................... 4 Battery Charger Location ......................4 Connection Precautions ......................4 INTRODUCTION ..........................5 FEATURES ............................5 OPERATION ............................ 6 LED Display Panel ........................6 Before Charging ........................6 Pre-Charge Activation ......................
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EXPLOSIVE GASES — Do not use this product in the presence of flammable fumes or gases. Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery can cause an explosion of the battery being charged. When lead-acid batteries are charging, they vent explosive hydrogen gas which can be ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
Preparing to Charge Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner’s manual to make sure it is 12 volts. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, or to clean terminals, always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are turned off to prevent arcing.
INTRODUCTION This Battery Charger has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable operation. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your new Battery Charger, as it contains the information you need to become familiar with its features and obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years.
OPERATION LED Display Panel Charged Indicator Light – When the battery is fully charged, the green LED will light. Power Light – The red LED will light to indicate the Battery Charger is plugged into an AC power source. Before Charging • Make sure the Battery Charger is disconnected from the power supply.
Charging Times The PKC0C1 is a fully automatic Battery Charger. It automatically adjusts the charge rate as the battery becomes charged and stops charging when the battery is fully charged. To estimate charging time for a discharged battery, divide the AH rating of the battery by the charge rate selected.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning • After each use, clean the Battery Charger cables and connectors - be sure to remove any battery fluid that will cause corrosion. • Clean the outside case of the Battery Charger with a soft cloth and, if necessary, mild soap solution.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Situation Action Green charged Loose charging cable Unplug Battery Charger and check battery connections LED will not connections at the - ensure that there is a good connection with the battery light after battery terminal and/or vehicle chassis. charging No AC power at outlet Make sure that the Battery Charger is connected to a...
Before returning this product for any reason, please call toll free (800) 477-5847. Do not return your PEAK® product to the place of purchase for service. Send your unit, postage prepaid and insured, along with a copy of the original sales receipt and a phone number to the address below.
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