Schumacher SE-70MA Owner's Manual

Schumacher SE-70MA Owner's Manual

Fully automatic battery charger 10-amp, 12/24 volt
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Owner's Manual
Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully
Working in vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal
battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that each time before using your charger, you
read this manual and follow the instructions exactly.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
A.
1.
Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all
instructions and cautions printed on:
• Battery Charger
• Battery
• Vehicle or unit using battery
2.
Use battery charger on LEAD ACID type rechargeable
batteries only, such as used in autos, trucks, tractors,
airplanes, vans, RV's, trolling motors, etc. Charger is not
intended to supply power to low-voltage electrical system
other than in an automotive application.
WARNING: Do not use battery charger for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used with home appliances.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and
damage to property.
3.
Use only attachments recommended or sold by
manufacturer. Use of non-recommended attachments may
result in fire, electric shock, or injury.
4.
When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug not
by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to cord
or plug.
5.
Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped
over, or subjected to damage or stress.
6.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have
cord replaced immediately.
7.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a
qualified professional for inspection and repair.
8.
Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified
professional when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
9.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Important Safety Instructions

GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION
801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179
Send Warranty Product Repairs to: 1025 E. Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280
Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485
Battery
Charger
Model:
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10. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire or
electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make
sure that:
• Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number,
size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
• Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
• Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger,
as specified below:
AC INPUT RATING, AMPERES
Equal to or
Greater than
0
2
6
11. Always charge battery in a well ventilated area.
NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted area without
adequate ventilation.
WARNING: Risk of explosive gas.
12. Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger cables
permit.
13. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
14. NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is
frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging.
15. NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
specific gravity or filling battery.
16. NEVER set a battery on top of charger.
17. NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged.
Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
18. NEVER touch the battery clamps together when the charger
is energized.
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SE-70MA
Fully Automatic Battery Charger
10-Amp, 12/24 Volt
AWG SIZE OF CORD
but less than
Length of Cord, Feet
25
2
18
3
18
8
18
50
100 150
18
18
16
18
16
14
16
12
10
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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and cautions printed on: •...
  • Page 2: Preparing To Charge

    Im- proper connection can result in a risk of electric shock. This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A.
  • Page 3: Battery Charger Controls

    NOTE: A buzz, or hum is normal when the output cables have been disconnected and the AC power cord is still connected to an electrical source (i.e. wall outlet). OPERATION – Model SE-70MA Two switches permit operation and volt selection. Switch #1 – OPERATION SELECTOR Mode 1 –...
  • Page 4: Follow These Steps When Battery Is Outside Vehicle

    This process is known as cycling and can be recognized by an audible clicking sound. This charger is for use with 12 volt lead-acid batteries. The SE-70MA is for 12 and 24 volt systems. INDICATION OF PROPER OPERATION TO A DISCHARGED BATTERY 10 Amp 12 Volt setting: The initial charge current should be 10 amps gradually tapering throughout the charge cycle to 5 amps.
  • Page 5: Troubleshooting

    When the meter indicates an intermittent current flow to the battery. Store battery charger in a dry area. The battery charger is designed to work automatically. However, If a problem does occur, check the following: PROBLEM No meter reading. Charger will not turn on (when properly connected to power.
  • Page 6 TRANSFERABLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants this battery charger for 2 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. It is the obligation of the purchaser to forward the unit together with proof of purchase, transportation and / or mailing charges prepaid to the manufacturer or its authorized representative.
  • Page 7 NOTES...
  • Page 8 LED se fluctúan entre CHARGED y CHARGING. Para el tamaño promedio de batería de automóvil, espere de 5 a 10 minutos para que la batería se estabilice. OPERACION–Modelo SE-70MA Dos interruptores que permiten la operación y selección de voltaje. Interruptor #1–SELECTOR DE OPERACION Modo 1–Opción Manual: Advertencia: Este tipo de carga debe ser...
  • Page 9 Interruptor #2–SELECTOR DE VOLTAJE Seleccione entre 12 o 24-voltios: Dependiendo el número de baterias que vaya a cargar. Por ejemplo: En 12 voltios para una batería de 12 voltios y 24 para dos del mismo voltaje conectadas en serie. SELECTOR DE OPERACION MANUAL AUTOMATICO PARA BATERIAS ▼...
  • Page 10: Solucion De Problemas

    O. TIEMPO DE CARGA: El tiempo que requiere la batería para cargarse depende de la cantidad de ampares que está señalado en la batería. Los ampares hora son determinados de la siguiente forma: Multiplique el número de horas de carga x el número de ampares suplido por la batería a la carga.
  • Page 11 AL COMPRADOR MINORISTA ORIGINAL DE ESTE PRODUCTO. ESTA GARANTIA LIMITADA NO ES TRANSFERIBLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation garantiza este cargador de batería por dos años a partir de la compra minorista por material o mano de obra defectuosos. La unidad será reparada o reemplazada a la opción del fabricante de ocurrir lo anterior. Es obligación del comprador enviar la unidad con prueba de compra, con los cargos de transporte y/o franqueo postal pagos al fabricante o a su representante autorizado.
  • Page 12 NOTAS...

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