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7.5
Do not face the battery when making the final connection.
7.6
When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse order of the
connecting procedure and break the first connection while as far away
from the battery as practical.
7.7
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To
charge it onboard requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
8.
BATTERy CHARGING - AC CONNECTIONS
8.1
This battery charge is for use on nominal 120 volt circuits and requires a
dedicated 20A circuit.
DANGER – Never alter AC cord or plug provided – if it does not fit the
outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper
connection can result in a risk of an electric shock or fire.
8.2
Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cords for battery
chargers
AC input rating,
amperes
At least
0
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
a
If the input rating of a charger is given in watts rather than in
amperes, the corresponding ampere rating is to be determined
by dividing the wattage rating by the voltage rating
example:
8.3
Grounding Methods
This charger must be properly grounded. Make sure the AC outlet you are
plugging it into is properly grounded per local codes and regulations. If it
is not, have one installed by a qualified service person. Do not remove or
bypass the grounding pin on the plug or receptacle.
a
But less
25
than
(7.6)
2
18
3
18
4
18
5
18
6
18
8
18
10
18
12
16
14
16
16
16
18
14
20
14
1250 watts/125 volts = 10 amperes
AWG size of cord
Length of cord, feet (m)
50
(15.2)
18
18
18
18
16
16
14
14
12
12
12
12
5
•
•
100
150
(30.5)
(45.6)
18
16
16
14
16
14
14
12
14
12
12
10
12
10
10
8
10
8
10
8
8
8
8
6
for
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