Charging The Battery; Operating Instructions - Black+Decker BC15BD Instruction Manual

Follow these steps when the battery has been removed from a vehicle
WARNING: A spark near the battery may cause an explosion. To reduce risk of a spark near the
battery:
1. Check polarity of battery posts. The POSITIVE post (marked POS,P, +) usually has a larger diameter than the
NEGATIVE battery post (marked NEG, N, –).
2. Attach a 24-inch (minimum length) AWG #6 insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE battery post (marked
NEG, N, –).
3. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clamp to the POSITIVE battery post (marked POS, P, + or red).
4. Stand as far back from the battery as possible, and do not face battery when making final connection.
5. Carefully connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable connected to the
NEGATIVE terminal.
6. When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break first
connection while as far away from battery as practical.
Note:
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specifically designed for
marine use. This unit is NOT designed for such use.
• Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Return to manufacturer for replacement of worn or defective parts
immediately.
• Read and Understand This Instruction Manual Before Using This Unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use with this unit. Review cautionary markings on this product and on engine.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing your Black & Decker
follow the instructions carefully before using your new battery charger.
FEATURES
POSITIVE (RED) CLAMP ENGINE START BUTTON
BATTERY CHARGE
BUTTON LCD SCREEN BATTERY VOLTAGE
CHECK BUTTON
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battery charger . Read this Instruction Manual and
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ALTERNATOR CHECK BUTTON
BATTERY RECONDITION NEGATIVE (BLACK)
BUTTON CLAMP
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120 VOLT AC STORAGE 120 VOLT AC PLUG (TWO PRONGS FOR BC15BD AND BC25BD;
COMPARTMENT THREE PRONGS FOR BC40BD)
LCD Display Detail
DIGITAL DISPLAY (VARIES BY AMPERES/ VOLTAGE/
FUNCTION) SECONDS INDICATOR
BATTERY
CHARGE
GAGE
LOW SURROUNDING OVERHEAT ALARM ENGINE START
TEMPERATURE ICON ICON ICON

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Charging the Battery

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• Always disconnect the AC plug from the AC outlet first before disconnecting the charger from the
battery to be charged.
• Ensure that all installation, operating instructions and safety precautions are understood and always
carefully followed by the steps outlined in the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION" section at the
front of this manual.
BATTERY RECONDITION
INDICATOR
CLAMP
ICONS
FAULT ICON
BATTERY
RECONDITIONING
ICONS
ARROW ICONS
BATTERY ICON
ALTERNATOR ICON
HIGH SURROUNDING
TEMPERATURE ICON
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