Care And Maintenance - West Marine PowerStation Pro 15808520 Owner's Manual

CARE AnD mAinTEnAnCE

All batteries lose energy from self-discharge over time and more rapidly at higher temperatures. When
the unit is not in use, we recommend that the battery is charged at least every 30 days.
Never submerge the unit in water. If the unit gets dirty, gently clean the outer surfaces of the unit with
a soft cloth moistened with a mild solution of water and detergent.
There are no user-replaceable parts. Periodically inspect the condition of adapters, connectors and
wires. Contact manufacturer to replace any components that have become worn or broken.
Battery Replacement/
Disposal
12 Volt DC charger
plug fuse
replacement
(may be sold separately)
Battery replacement. The battery should last the service life of the unit.
Service life is dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to
the number of recharge cycles, and proper care and maintenance of the bat-
tery by the end user. Contact manufacturer for any information you may need.
safe Battery Disposal. Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable,
lead acid battery, which must be disposed of properly. Recycling is
required. Failure to comply with local, state and federal regulations can
result in fines, or imprisonment. Contact your local waste management
authority to dispose of this product.
warNINGs:
• Do not dispose of the battery in fire as this may result in an explosion.
• Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with
heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in
injury or fire).
• Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.
The fuse in the plug end of the 12 Volt DC charging adapter protects
the adapter's charging circuit. If the 120 Volt AC charger operates, but
the DC charging adapter does not, then this fuse may be opened
(blown).
To replace the fuse:
1) Unscrew the grooved end cap of the DC plug (counterclockwise).
2) Remove spring center contact and fuse.
3) Check fuse with a continuity checker.
4) If blown, locate a replacement 8 amp fuse.
5) Replace the fuse, spring, contact and end cap.
6) Screw end cap clockwise until it is finger tight — DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
7) Test for proper operation of the 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter.
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