Controls And Indicators - Black & Decker 2 Amp 12 Volt User's Manual & Warranty Information

internal chemical energy transfer. At the end of Stage 2, the charger will signal "beep"
and move into Stage 3 charge mode.
Stage Three — Top-Off Charge — voltage is automatically maintained and
reduced to a predetermined level while current is adjusted for a safe, effective battery
charge. At the conclusion of Stage 3, the unit will BEEP signaling the completion of
the charging cycle.
The Automatic Float Charge feature is ideal for maintaining a battery. It automatically
tops off battery as needed, to keep battery fully charged all the time.
FEATURES
• This unit has three charge rate settings, accessed by the 2/10/15 AMP button:
a) 2 amps: smaller batteries, as in lawn mowers, snowmobiles, motorcycles, etc.
b) 10 amps: mid-sized batteries, as in small cars
c) 15 amps: automobiles and light trucks
• Automatic Temperature Compensation
• Battery type selection
• Digital diagnostics
• Alternator voltage and battery voltage check
• Digital display
• 3 1 ⁄ -minute engine start
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• 3-stage, high-frequency switch mode automatic rapid charging
• Spark resistant reverse polarity and short circuit protection for user
• Built-in battery reconditioning (desulfate)
• Lightweight, high efficiency design
• Internal short circuit protection
• Cables and clamps self stored
• Reverse polarity indicator
• Microprocessor control (Digital Smart Control)/High frequency power
• Compensates for low AC from extension cord use
• Equalization function
• Battery recondition function

Controls and Indicators

CONTROL PANEL
FUNCTION BUTTONS (FROM RIGHT TO LEFT):
Battery Type — allows the user to select wet battery, gel battery or AGM battery.
2/10/15 Charge Rate Selector — allows the user to select the charger rate
based on battery size. This selection and actual battery charge rate are monitored by
DIGITAL READOUT
CIRCULATING PATTERN
the microprocessor and will stop charging if the rate is too fast or too slow for battery
size or condition.
Battery Voltage — enables a check that measures the battery voltage and displays
it for 3 seconds.
Battery Recond — improves performance of sulfated and aged batteries.
Battery Voltage (Alternator Voltage Check) — is a five-second check that
measures the battery voltage. This check is repeated at various electrical load levels
and the tests allow the user to determine if the alternator can keep up with the loads.
It can indicate whether alternator service may be required.
INDICATORS:
Large (.375") 3-Character Digital Display in the upper left of the control panel
indicates the various conditions and/or status codes:
Status Codes
are described in the following chart and on back of the charger.
AC POWER INDICATOR - When connected to an AC outlet, digital display shows circulating pattern to
indicate power is on. Disconnect charger after use.
FAULT CODES
F01
INTERNAL SHORTED CELL BATTERY - Cannot be charged, bad battery. Replace battery.
EXCESSIVE LOAD ON BATTERY WHILE CHARGING - Check load.
F02
BAD BATTERY CONNECTION - Check battery connection.
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW TO ACCEPT CHARGE - Bad battery. Replace battery.
F03 INTERNAL OPEN CELL - Bad battery. Battery needs to be replaced.
SULFATED CONDITION - Battery needs to be reconditioned or replaced. See manual.
F04 OVERTIME CONDITION - Battery will not accept a charge after 18 hours of continuous charging. Battery has internal
damage and needs to be replaced or BATTERY CHARGE RATE IS SET TOO LOW - Set charger to higher charge rate.
See manual.
F05 OVERHEATED CONDITION - Disconnect charger and allow to cool for 30 min., check for ample ventilation.
F06 REVERSE POLARITY
F07 BAD ALTERNATOR
OPERATION CODES
BATTERY RECONDITIONING - (The letters DES will display for the first 3 seconds.)
ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CHECK
000
CHARGER STANDBY
FUL
BATTERY FULLY CHARGED
CONTROL PANEL LED INDICATORS:
WET — lights when battery type selector is on WET battery type
GEL — lights when battery type selector is on GEL battery type
AGM — lights when battery type selector is on AGM battery type
Float Charge — lights when automatic charge monitoring is active
Alternator Good — lights when load or no load checks show the alternator is
keeping up with the electrical load
BUTTON (BELOW THE DIGITAL DISPLAY):
Equalizing — a recessed button used to start the equalization process.