Charger Controls - Schumacher SCF-10000A SpeedCharge Owner's Manual

DISPLAY MODE SWITCH
Use this switch to set the function of the
digital LED to one of the following.
• BATTERY %: The digital LED
displays an estimate of the percent of
charge of the battery connected to the
charger battery clamps.
• VOLTAGE: The digital LED displays
the voltage at the charger battery
clamps in DC volts.
CHARGE RATE SWITCH
Use this switch button to set the charge
rate to one of the following.
• 2A CHARGE RATE: Intended for
charging small batteries such as
those commonly used in garden
tractors, snow mobiles and motor-
cycles. The 2A rate is not intended to
be used as a trickle charger for larger
batteries.
• 15A or 40A CHARGE RATE: Use for
charging automotive batteries, marine
batteries, and deep cycle batteries.
Not intended for industrial applica-
tions.
• 100A START: Provides 100 amps for
cranking an engine with a weak or run
down battery. Always use in combina-
tion with a battery.
BATTERY TYPE SWITCH
Use this switch button to set the type of
battery to be charged to one of the
following.
CHARGER CONTROL
Digital
LED
Status LEDs Status LEDs
Switch Buttons
SCF-10000A CONTROL PANEL
LEDs
• 12V REGULAR: This is the type of
battery usually used in cars, trucks,
and motorcycles. These batteries
have vent caps and are often marked
"low maintenance" or "maintenance-
free".
• 12V DEEP CYCLE: Deep cycle
batteries are usually marked as "deep
cycle" or "marine". Deep cycle
batteries are usually larger than the
other types.
• 12V AGM, GEL: AGM and gel cell
batteries have sealed cases without
vent caps. Such batteries are often
smaller than the other types.
• 6V REGULAR: This is the type of
battery usually used in antique and
some specialized vehicles.
With the exception of AGM and gel cell
batteries, all other battery types may or
may not have vent caps. Vent caps are
located on top of the battery and provide
a means to add distilled water when
needed . Batteries should be marked
with their type. If charging a battery that
is not marked, check the manual of the
item that uses the battery. If the battery
type is unknown, use the REGULAR
setting. Make sure the battery complies
with the safety instructions on page 3.
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