Schumacher SDC371 Owner's Manual

DC-DC Intelligent Battery Charger
OWNERS MANUAL
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and effectively.
Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
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1.2 Keep out of reach of children.
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
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Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk
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of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Do not operate charger with damaged wiring – replace the wiring immediately.
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Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way;
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take it to a qualified serviceman.
Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect
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reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect charger before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
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Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
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WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE
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EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery
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manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery.
Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
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Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
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Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
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If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye,
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immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
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Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-circuit
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battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-
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acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to
metal, causing a severe burn.
Use charger for charging 12V deep-cycle (STD, AGM, GEL, CALCIUM, or LiFePO4) rechargeable
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batteries. Do not use battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home
appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
NEVER charge a frozen battery.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Schumacher Electric could void the user's authority
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to operate this device.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
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pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
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