Calculating Charge Time; Maintenance Instructions; Moving And Storage Instructions - DieHard 2871222 Operator's Manual

12.

CALCULATINg CHARgE TIME

Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to bring a
battery to full charge. First, identify where your battery fits into
the chart.
CCA = Cold Cranking Amps
RC = Reserve Capacity
AH = Amp Hour
NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
Find your battery's rating on the chart below, and note the charge time given for each
charger setting. The times given are for batteries with a 50% charge prior to recharging.
Add more time for severely discharged batteries.
BATTERY SIZE/RATINg
SMALL
BATTERIES
CARS/
TRUCKS
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
13.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

13.1 After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery
charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).
13.2 Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery clips,
cords, and the charger case.
13.3 Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition,
for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.
13.4 Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.
13.5 All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personal.
14.

MOVINg AND STORAgE INSTRUCTIONS

14.1 Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity
until it is unplugged from the outlet.
14.2
Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
14.3
Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped
to cables.
14.4
If the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location, take care to
avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or property damage.
Motorcycle,
garden,
12 - 32 AH
tractor, etc.
200 - 315 CCA 40 - 60 RC
315 - 550 CCA 60 - 85 RC
550 - 1000 CCA 80 - 190 RC
CHARgE RATE/CHARgINg TIME
2 AMP
6 - 12 AH 2 - 4 hrs
4 - 10 hrs
11 ¼ - 14 ½ hrs
14 ½ - 18 ¼ hrs
18 ¼ - 34 ¾ hrs
80 RC 17 ½ hrs
140 RC 27 hrs
160 RC 30 hrs
180 RC 33 hrs
8
• •
10 AMP
NR
NR
2¼ – 3 hrs
3 – 3¾ hrs
3¾ – 7 hrs
3½ hrs
5½ hrs
6 hrs
6½ hrs