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- Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL SPSS3-CA Model: Automatic Battery Charger PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. This manual will explain how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully. 0099001461-00...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............3 PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..............4 FEATURES ....................5 GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS ......5 CONTROL PANEL ..................6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............6 DISPLAY MESSAGES ................10 MAINTENANCE AND CARE ..............10 TROUBLESHOOTING ................11 SPECIFICATIONS ..................12 REPLACEMENT PARTS ................12 BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS .............12 LIMITED WARRANTY ................13 WARRANTY CARD ..................15... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER. To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the manufacturer of the battery and any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. -
Page 4: Personal Safety Precautions
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GAS. • Operate the charger as far away from the battery as DC charger cables permit. • Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. • NEVER charge a frozen battery. • NEVER overcharge a battery. • NEVER set a battery on top of the charger. • NEVER place the charger directly above a battery being charged. -
Page 5: Features
FEATURES 1. AC Power cord 2. Digital display 3. Display/ON button 4. Charging/Charged/ Maintaining LED indicator 5. Hook attachment 6. Battery clamp quick-connect 7. 12V accessory plug quick-connect 8. Ring terminal quick-connect GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit. The electrical outlet must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. -
Page 6: Control Panel
CONTROL PANEL DIGITAL DISPLAY The digital display indicates the status of the battery and charger. See the Display Messages section for a complete list of messages. NOTE: During charging, the display will go into sleep mode and will not display any messages. To turn the display back on, press the display button. DISPLAY/ON BUTTON The digital display will show the battery’s voltage and percentage of charge. - Page 7 7. For a positive-ground vehicle, connect the charger’s NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post. Next, connect the charger’s POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. NEVER connect any clamps to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts.
- Page 8 USING THE QUICK-CONNECT CABLE CONNECTORS Connect any of the three output cable assemblies to the charger in a matter of seconds. IMPORTANT: Never connect the clamp and ring terminal connectors together for use in other applications, such as external battery or other power source charging, or to extend the output cable length, as reverse polarity and/or overcharge conditions will occur.
- Page 9 MAINTAINING A BATTERY The SPSS3-CA maintains both 6 and 12 volt batteries, keeping them at full charge. It is not recommended for industrial applications. NOTE: The maintain mode technology allows you to safely charge and maintain a healthy battery for extended periods of time.
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Page 10: Display Messages
DISPLAY MESSAGES CONNECT CLAMPS (No LED lit) – Plugged into the AC outlet without the clamps connected to a battery. WARNING CLAMPS REVERSED (No LED lit) – Plugged into the AC outlet and the clamps are connected backwards to a 6V or 12V battery. ANALYZING BATTERY (Green LED lit) –... -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION Battery clamps do not The charger is equipped No problem; this is a spark when touched with an auto-start feature. It normal condition. together. will not supply current to the battery clamps until a battery is properly connected. -
Page 12: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Input voltage ..............120V AC 60Hz, .91A Output voltage ........6V or 12V, with Auto Voltage Detection Output current rating ............2A 6V; 3A REPLACEMENT PARTS Battery clamps (quick-connect) ............3899002636 Ring connectors (quick-connect) ...........2299002042 12V accessory plug (quick-connect) ..........3899001401 BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS For troubleshooting info, contact customer service for assistance:... -
Page 13: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY NOT VALID IN MEXICO. SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056-2179, MAKES THIS LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE OR ASSIGNABLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants this battery charger for 5 years from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship that may occur under normal use and care. - Page 14 • 14 •...
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Page 15: Warranty Card
WARRANTY CARD SAVE ON POSTAGE! ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY ONLINE – THE QUICK & EASY WAY! Go to www.batterychargers.com to register your product online. (No internet access? Send in the completed warranty card.) • 15 •...
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