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- Page 1 MODEL SPI1 Automatic Battery Maintainer OWNERS MANUAL PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. This manual will explain how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully. 0099002039-00...
- Page 3 READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. WARNING FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Markings and symbols Class II Read manual Caution, risk of Do not expose For indoor Warning before using. electric shock. to rain.
- Page 4 1.4 Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. 1.5 Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Schumacher Electric Corporation may result in a risk of fire, electric shock ®...
- Page 5 1.6 To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. 1.7 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure: •...
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Page 6: Personal Precautions
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. WARNING 2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine. 2.2 Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a lead-acid or lithium ion battery. These batteries can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn. -
Page 7: Preparing To Charge
3. PREPARING TO CHARGE RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY WARNING WARNING ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID. 3.1 If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing. -
Page 8: Dc Connection Precautions
5. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 5.1 Connect and disconnect the DC output connectors only after removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet. Never allow the connectors to touch each other. 5.2 Attach the connectors to the battery and chassis, as indicated in sections 6 and 7. 6. -
Page 9: Grounding And Ac Power Cord Connections
6.7 Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet. 6.8 After charging, disconnect the battery charger from the supply mains. Then remove the chassis connection and then the battery connection. 6.9 See Operating Instructions for length of charge information. 7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY WARNING WARNING... -
Page 10: Using An Extension Cord
DANGER Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock or electrocution. 8.3 USING AN EXTENSION CORD The use of an extension cord is not recommended. -
Page 11: Charging Indicator
11. CONTROL PANEL LED INDICATORS POWER (green) LED lit: The charger is connected to AC power. CHARGING INDICATOR: Yellow/orange LED lit: The charger is charging the battery. Yellow/orange LED flashing: The charger is in abort mode. Green LED pulsing: The battery is fully charged and the charger is in maintain mode. - Page 12 8. The green POWER LED will light. 9. When charging is complete, disconnect the charger from the AC power, remove the clamps from the vehicle’s chassis, and then remove the clamp from the battery terminal. CHARGING A BATTERY OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE 1.
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Page 13: Battery Charging Times
5. Connect the cable to the end of the charger output cord. Take care to keep the wires and plug away from metal and moving parts. 6. Connect the charger to a live grounded 230V AC outlet. BATTERY CHARGING TIMES CCA = Cold Cranking Amps Ah = Amp Hour BATTERY SIZE/RATING... -
Page 14: Maintenance And Care
MAINTAINING A BATTERY The SPI1 maintains both 6 and 12 volt batteries, keeping them at full charge. NOTE: The maintain mode technology allows you to safely charge and maintain a healthy battery for extended periods of time. However, problems with the battery, electrical problems in the vehicle, improper connections or other unanticipated conditions could cause excessive current draws. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
15. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION All five LEDs come on The charger is plugged into No problem; this is normal. for 2 seconds, then an AC outlet. turn off. I cannot select a 6V or The charger is equipped No problem;... - Page 16 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The battery is sulfated. The charger is in desulfation The red mode. Continue charging BATTERY LED is lit. for several hours. If not successful, have the battery checked. Lack of progress is detected The battery may be and battery voltage is below overheated.
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Page 17: Specifications
18. LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) or the resellers authorized by the Manufacturer (the “Reseller”) warrant this Charger (the “Product”) for two (2) years, according to the following stipulations. Any and all warranties, other than the warranty included herein, are hereby expressly disclaimed and excluded to the fullest extent permissible under applicable law. - Page 18 Manufacturer. Manufacturer does not provide any warranty for any accessories used with the Product that are not manufactured by Schumacher Electric Corporation. This warranty does not exclude or diminish any claims the Manufacturer may have against the distributors of The Product.
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Page 19: Declaration Of Conformity
Cory Watkins, President March 10, 2016 Hereby declares that the equipment Model SPI1 is compliant to the DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 8 June 2011 (RoHS) on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment while: The parts do not exceed the maximum concentrations of 0.1% by weight in homogenous...