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OWNER'S MANUAL
Model PSC-12500A
For 6 and 12-Volt Batteries
Fully Automatic
Microprocessor Controlled
Battery Charger with
Engine Starter plus
Battery Tester and
Alternator Tester
CAUTION:
Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions,
and follow them with each use of this product.
Schumacher Electric Corporation
Professional Products Division
Mount Prospect, IL 60056 U.S.A.
Send Warranty Product Repairs to:
Customer Service Returns
P.O. Box 280, 1025 E. Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280
Questions? Call Customer Service: 1-800-621-5485 (Hours: 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST)
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Page 1: Battery Charger
Battery Tester and Alternator Tester CAUTION: Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions, and follow them with each use of this product. Schumacher Electric Corporation Professional Products Division Mount Prospect, IL 60056 U.S.A. Send Warranty Product Repairs to: Customer Service Returns P.O. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Charger with Engine Starter Plus Battery and Alternator Tester offers features to accom- modate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will explain how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Wash hands after handling. • Read all instructions and cautions printed on the battery charger, battery, and ve- hicle or equipment using battery. • Use charger only on lead acid type rechargeable batteries, such as those used in cars, trucks, tractors, airplanes, vans, RVs, trolling motors, etc. -
Page 4: Personal Safety Precautions
• Always operate the battery charger in an open, well-ventilated area. • Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine. -
Page 5: Using An Extension Cord
The use of an extension cord is not rec- ommended. If you must use an extension cord, please make sure that you follow these guidelines: • Make sure that the pins on charger's power cord fit firmly into the extension cord, and that the extension cord fits firmly into the receptacle. -
Page 6: Charging Battery Removed From The Vehicle
NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYS- 5. Connecting to a negative-grounded system: Connect the red (POSITIVE) output clamp to the POSITIVE post of the battery. Rock and twist the clamp back and forth to be sure a solid electri- cal connection is made. Then connect the black (NEGATIVE) output clamp to a heavy, unpainted metal part of the chassis or engine block, away from the... -
Page 7: Using Engine Start
8. Clean and store the charger in a dry location. USING ENGINE START Your battery charger can be used to jump start your car if the battery is low. Fol- low these instructions on how to use the ENGINE START feature. -
Page 8: Using Your Battery Charger
USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER OVERVIEW Using this battery charger is very simple. First, connect the battery and AC power following the precautions listed under “OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS”. Then se- lect the appropriate BATTERY TYPE and charge rate for your battery. The charger will then do everything automatically. -
Page 9: Charger Controls
DIGITAL DISPLAY BUTTON Use this button to set the function of the digital display to one of the following. • BATTERY %: The digital display shows an estimate of the percent of charge of the battery connected to the charger battery clamps. -
Page 10: Control Panel Guide
CONTROL PANEL GUIDE... -
Page 11: Using The Built-In Battery Tester
USING THE BUILT-IN BATTERY TESTER OVERVIEW This battery charger has a built-in battery tester that displays either an accurate bat- tery voltage or an estimate of the battery’s relative charge based on the battery volt- age and the Battery Council International scale. -
Page 12: Using The Built-In Alternator Tester
USING THE BUILT-IN ALTERNATOR TESTER This battery charger has a built-in alterna- tor tester that displays either an accurate alternator voltage or an estimate of the alternator’s relative output compared to normal alternators. -
Page 13: Battery Percent And Charge Time
BATTERY PERCENT AND CHARGE TIME This charger adjusts the charging time in order to charge the battery completely, efficiently and safely. The microproces- sor automatically makes the necessary decisions. However, this section includes guidelines that can be used to estimate charging times. -
Page 14: Charging Tips
A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years. 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. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
The battery is connected and the charger is on, but isn't charging. Indicator lights are lit in an erratic manner not explained in the “Using Your Battery Charger” section. The DIGITAL DISPLAY always flashes before the battery is completely charged. -
Page 16: Warranty
MAKES THIS LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants this battery charger for five years from date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship. If such should occur, the unit will be repaired or replaced at the option of the manufacturer.
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