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Page 1: Battery Charger
2-Amp Intelligent Battery Charger / Maintainer Model No.: PKC0CA Owner’s Manual and Warranty Information Read these instructions completely before using this product. Retain this Owner’s Manual for future reference. P/N XXXXX, 7/09... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................ 2 Battery Charger Safety ......................2-3 Preparing to Charge ....................... 4 Battery Charger Location ......................4 Permanent Mounting ...................... 4 Connection Precautions ......................4 INTRODUCTION ..........................5 FEATURES ............................5 OPERATION ............................ 6 LED Indicators ........................6 Automatic Protection Features .................... - Page 3 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.
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Page 4: Preparing To Charge
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. -
Page 5: Introduction
When disconnecting Battery Charger, disconnect AC cord, remove cable from vehicle chassis and then remove cable from battery terminal. See ChARgINg TIMES on page 8 for length of charge information. INTRODUCTION This Battery Charger has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable operation. -
Page 6: Operation
OPERATION LED Indicators Charging Indicator Light – The yellow LED will light when the battery is charging. This LED will only light when the AC power cord is connected to an AC power source and the Battery Charger cables are connected to a battery with a minimum of 4.5 volts residual charge. Charging Mode Light (Full/Float Maintenance) –... -
Page 7: Charging If Battery Is Installed In A Vehicle
Charging if Battery is Installed in a Vehicle Check polarity of battery terminals: For top-mounted battery connectors, the positive (+) terminal usually has a larger diameter than the negative (–) battery terminal. For side-mounted battery connections, the positive terminal is red, the negative terminal is black. There are three different sets of cables that can be used for charging. -
Page 8: Use Of Extension Cords
Charging Times The PKC0CA 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. -
Page 9: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Rated Input Voltage 110/120V AC/60hz Maximum Output Current 2±0.1A Continuous Output 14.2±0.2V DC Voltage Float Charge Voltage 13.6±0.2V DC Minimum Battery Voltage (for Battery Charger to 4.5V DC operate) Ambient Operating 32° ~ 104°F (0° ~ 40°C) Temperature Weight 1.2 lbs (0.54 kg) Dimensions (height x 4-1/8 x 5-1/2 x 2 in. -
Page 10: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer, or purchaser, that the PEAK® PKC0CA 2-Amp Intelligent Battery Charger/Maintainer will be free from defects in material and workmanship for ninety (90) days from the date of sale to the original purchaser. Manufacturer hereby excludes and disclaims any and all other warranties, expressed or implied, beyond those warranties specified above.
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