Setting Up The Unit; Mounting Instructions; Operating Instructions - Black + Decker BM3BCA Instruction Manual

FEATURES
Battery Maintainer and Components
110/120 VOLT
AC PLUG
BLACK (NEGATIVE, –) CLAMP
BATTERY TERMINAL RINGS
LED INDICATORS
Red (Fault): bad connection, battery not able to accept charge, reverse polarity hook-up
Green (Charge Status): Blinking – connection correct and charging; Solid – fully charged
6 VOLT / 12 VOLT SWITCH
The unit has two voltage rate settings (6v, 12v) controlled by one switch. Set the switch to either 6v
or 12v depending upon the battery you are charging.
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6 VOLT / 12 VOLT
CHARGE STATUS
SWITCH
LED INDICATOR
FAULT LED
INDICATOR
RED (POSITIVE, +) CLAMP
CHARGER CONNECTORS
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SETTING UP THE UNIT

Ensure that all installation and operating instructions and safety precautions are understood and carefully
followed by anyone installing or using the maintainer. Follow the steps outlined in the "Important Safety
Instructions" section of this manual.

Mounting Instructions

BM3BCA battery maintainer is designed to be able to mount to flat surface. The unit has incorporated
two mounting holes at the corners of the unit.
Note:
Always disconnect the maintainer at AC power source and at battery terminal when mounting the unit.
TO MOUNT THE UNIT:
1. Make sure the surface is flat and free of obstruction so the unit can rest flat on the surface.
2. Make sure the unit is disconnected from both AC power source and the battery.
3. Use 8/32 inches (6.35mm) wood screw to mount the unit through the mounting hole.
4. Do not over tighten the screw, it will damage the housing.
WARNING: Do not put the screw through the plastic housing as this will permanently damage the unit and
cause a potential electrical hazard.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS disconnect the AC power cord from the AC power outlet before connecting (or
disconnecting) the charger to (or from) the battery.
Connecting the Maintainer and Maintaining the Battery with the Battery Clamps
The charger's battery clamps are color-coded (RED-POSITIVE and BLACK-NEGATIVE).
1. Unplug the battery maintainer AC cord from the AC outlet.
2. Disconnect the battery clamps from the unit at output cord connector.
3. Connect the RED POSITIVE clamp to the POSITIVE post of the battery.
4. Connect the BLACK NEGATIVE clamp to the NEGATIVE post of the battery.
5. Connect the battery clamp connector to the unit connector, as far away from the battery as possible.
6. Slide the voltage selector to proper setting and plug the AC cord into the AC outlet.
7. Observe the blinking GREEN LED that indicates the unit is operating.
8. Leave the unit on.
9. Monitor the battery from time to time.
WARNING: FOLLOW THE STEPS OUTLINED IN "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" AT THE
FRONT OF THIS MANUAL TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY.
Connecting the Maintainer and Maintaining the Battery with the Terminal Rings
CONNECTING THE CHARGER WITH TERMINAL RINGS
The charger's crimped terminal rings are color-coded (RED-POSITIVE and BLACK-NEGATIVE). These
rings connect directly to the corresponding connectors on the battery posts.
NUT
CONNECTOR
1. Remove the nuts from the bolts of the battery post's connectors.
2. Position the RED terminal ring on the bolt of the POSITIVE battery post connector.
3. Position the BLACK terminal ring on the NEGATIVE post connector; then replace the nuts.
4. If there is any problem connecting the output leads, check with a reputable auto supply store or contact
the Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-877-571-2391 for assistance in finding an appropriate
connection device for your particular application.
TERMINAL RING
BOLT
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