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Sealey SUPERSTART300.V5 Instructions page 4

Starter/charger 300amp, 400amp, 500amp, 12/24v

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4.4.2.
note: it is always a good rule to carry out charging by adjusting the current to one tenth the battery's nominal capacity for
approximately 10/15 hours. for small capacity batteries adjust the current to minimum and let charge for no more than 4/5 hours.
4.5.
connect the power supply lead to the mains, making sure the voltage matches the nominal voltage of the battery charger.
4.5.1.
turn the switch to "on" (if present). if everything is correctly connected the ammeter (present on the battery charger) will indicate the
initial charging current.
4.5.2.
note: if the battery charger is adjusted to a minimum current level and is connected to an almost fully-charged battery, the
ammeter show very low current. fig.5
fig 5
4.5.3. When the battery is fully charged the ammeter reading should be close to "0" and the electrolyte in the battery should begin to
gas. stop charging to protect the battery plates from oxidisation and damage.
4.5.4.
turn the switch (if present) to "off", and/or disconnect the power supply lead from the mains.
4.5.5.
disconnect the output leads in this order: the black clamp from the vehicle's chassis or negative pole (-), the red clamp from
the positive pole (+) of the battery.
4.5.6.
close the battery cells with the caps or the special fasteners.
4.5.7.
When not in use, store the charger carefully in a safe, dry, childproof location.
4.6.
start function
4.6.1.
in battery chargers with the stArt function, help in starting the vehicle is possible whenever the battery does not have enough
power to turn the starter motor. it is advisable to carry out a fast battery charge before switching to the start the engine.
WArninG! if the vehicle will not start, do not continue as vehicle battery and electrical circuits may be damaged, and the fuse in the
charger will blow. disconnect the charger and investigate for vehicle faults.
4.6.2.
When the vehicle is running successfully, switch the starter/charger off, unplug from the mains power and disconnect the power terminals
from the battery.
5. FUSE
5.1.
the starter/charger is equipped with a safety fuse, or fuses, which will cut the power to the unit in the following circumstances:
5.1.1.
overload - too high a current to the battery.
5.1.2.
short circuit - clamps touch, or cross-connection to battery.
5.1.3.
Prolonged starting attempts.
5.2.
should the fuse blow take the following action:
5.2.1.
turn the unit off and disconnect from the mains power supply.
5.2.2.
Allow the unit to cool down, establish the reason for failure and correct.
5.2.3.
replace the fuse. use only sealey replacement fuses. DO NOT use a fuse with copper bridges or similar as these will damage your
equipment. We recommend you hold 2 or 3 spare fuses with the starter/charger.
5.2.4.
battery chargers are equipped with thermostatic overcharge protection, wait a few minutes for automatic resetting after its intervention.
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1.
When the battery charger is not being used, it must be stored in a dry place to protect it against humidity. disconnect the battery
charger and use a soft cloth to clean its outer casing.
Sealey recommend that repairs are carried out by a qualified electrician.
Parts support is available for this product. To obtain a parts listing and/or diagram,
please log on to www.sealey.co.uk, email sales@sealey.co.uk or telephone 01284 757500.
Environmental Protection
recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
WEEE Regulations
dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the eu directive on Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (Weee). When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way.
contact your local solid waste authority for recycling information.
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: no liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
© Jack sealey limited
sole uK distributor, sealey Group.
Kempson Way, suffolk business Park,
bury st. edmunds, suffolk.
iP32 7Ar
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01284 757500
01284 703534
suPerstArt300.v5,400.v2,500. | issue (1) 05/07/16
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