Maintenance Instructions; Storage Instructions; Troubleshooting - Schumacher Electric SL1316I Owner's Manual

8.5 USING THE LED LIGHT
1. Press the button:
• once – for steady light
• twice – for a flashing light
2. When finished using the light, press the
USING A MEMORY SAVER (not included).
8.6
The unit can be used with a memory saver to save the vehicle's on-board diagnostic computer settings (radio programs, diagnostic codes, etc.) while the battery is
disconnected from the vehicle during repair or maintenance. We recommend the SECF-12V-OBD or OBD-L memory savers.
9. DISPLAY MESSAGES
Messages during recharge:
CHARGING - xx% (Green LED lit) – Plugged into the AC or DC charger and internal battery is recharging.
FULLY CHARGED (Green LED pulsing) – Plugged into the AC outlet and internal battery is completely charged.
BATTERY TOO HOT TO CHARGE – Remove charger and allow battery to cool down before recharging.
BATTERY TOO COLD TO CHARGE – The temperature of the internal battery is too low.
CHARGING-USB ON – The USB function is in use while the internal battery is recharging.
CHARGING-12V ON – The 12V function is in use while the internal battery is recharging.
FULLY CHARGED-USB ON – The internal battery is fully charged and the USB is in use.
FULLY CHARGED-12V ON – The internal battery is fully charged and the 12V port is in use.
UNPLUG CHARGER – Attempting to use the jump starter while the unit is recharging.
CHARGE ABORTED-SEE MANUAL – Charging cannot be completed normally.
Messages during use of 12V/USB:
USB ON-BATTERY xxx% – The USB port is in use. The % shows the battery's charge.
12V ON-BATTERY xxx% – The 12V port is in use.
USB/12V OVER LOAD – The 12V or USB port is overloaded.
BATTERY LOW-RECHARGE – While using the 12V/USB, the battery voltage has dropped. The 12V/USB power will shut off after 10 minutes.
Messages during use of jump starter:
xx.xV – Clamps are connected to a car battery, but jump start button was not pressed.
CONNECT CLAMPS – Unit is turned on, but does not detect battery clamps.
TURN OFF USB/12V – Attempting to jump start when 12V/USB function is activated.
OFF – The jump start button has been pressed twice.
BATTERY TOO HOT – The internal temperature of the battery is too warm. Allow battery to cool down before attempting another jump start.
JUMP START READY-BATTERY COLD REDUCED PERFORMANCE – The temperature of the internal battery is too low, which reduces cranking performance.
JUMP START READY – The jump start button has been pressed, unit is correctly connected to a car battery, and the unit is ready for jump start.
30 – Maximum 30-second-down counter for engine start.
BATTERY COOL DOWN xx SEC REMAINING – Shows waiting time needed before attempting another engine start.

10. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the unit.
10.1
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery clamps, cords, and the outer case.
10.2
Do not open the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts; any servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.
10.3

11. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

Charge battery to full capacity before storage.
11.1
Store this unit at temperatures between - 4°F– + 104°F ( - 20°C – + 40°C).
11.2
Never completely discharge the battery.
11.3
Charge after each use.
11.4
Charge at least once every 3 to 6 months if not in frequent use, to prevent over-discharge.
11.5

12. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
When recharging the unit, the display shows
BATTERY TOO HOT TO CHARGE
or
When jump starting, the display shows
BATTERY TOO HOT.
When recharging the unit, the display shows
BATTERY TOO COLD TO CHARGE.
The red REVERSED LED is lit solid.
button again, to turn off the light.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
When the internal temperature is too warm, the unit
will not recharge (or jump start), to protect itself from
damage.
The internal battery's temperature is too low.
Connections are reversed.
Disconnect unit. Move the unit to a cooler, well-
ventilated location and allow it to cool down before
attempting to recharge (or jump start).
Disconnect unit. Move the unit to a warmer, well-
ventilated location and allow it to warm up before
attempting to recharge.
Disconnect the unit and reverse the clamps.
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