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- Page 1 4/12/25 Amp Intelligent Battery Charger Model No.: PKC0CU Owner’s Manual and Warranty Information Read these instructions completely before using this product. Retain this Owner’s Manual for future reference. P/N XXXXX, 1/10...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................ 2 Battery Charger Safety ......................2-3 INTRODUCTION ..........................4 FEATURES ............................4 OPERATION ............................ 5 Battery Charger Controls ......................5 Control Panel ........................5 Before Charging ........................6 Pre-Charge Activation ......................6 Charging if Battery is Installed in a Vehicle ................7 Charging if Battery is Outside of Vehicle ................. - Page 3 EXPLOSIVE GASES — Do not use this product in the presence of flammable fumes or gases. Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery can cause an explosion of the battery being charged. When lead-acid batteries are charging, they vent explosive hydrogen gas which can be ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
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Page 4: Introduction
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug Battery Charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. All messages that follow have NOTICE level hazards. Failure to comply could result in property damage. • Keep clean, fresh water and soap nearby when working with batteries to clean skin, eyes and clothing which have contacted battery acid. -
Page 5: Operation
CURRENT VOLTAGE 12 A BATTERY CAPACITY 25 A INDICATOR % CHARGER BATTERY REVERSE STATUS RECONDITIONING POLARITY DISPLAY MODE CHARGE RATE Legend handle AC Cord and Plug Control Panel 4-amp Charge Indicator 12-amp Charge Indicator 25-amp Charge Indicator Charge Rate Selector Button Battery Capacity Mode Indicator Display Mode Button Reverse Polarity Indicator... -
Page 6: Before Charging
Display Mode Button – Pushing the display mode button will allow you to select between current, voltage or battery capacity percentage to be shown on the lED display. The default setting is the current charging rate. Battery Capacity Mode Indicator – When lit it indicates that the battery capacity percentage mode has been selected and it will be shown on the lED display. -
Page 7: Charging If Battery Is Installed In A Vehicle
EXPLOSION HAZARD Be aware that a fully charged battery will also cause a low current reading. Attempting pre- charge activation of a fully charged battery may cause explosion - make sure that battery is discharged before using this procedure. Pre-charge activation is the term for the time it takes before a battery begins to accept a measurable rate of charge - it can be as long as 4-8 hours from the time the charging process begins. -
Page 8: Charging Times
Disconnect your first cable as far away from the battery as possible. Charging Times The PKC0CU is a fully automatic battery charger. It automatically adjusts the charge rate as the battery becomes charged and stops charging when the battery is fully charged. If you require some estimate of the time it takes to charge a battery, refer to the chart below for approximate charge times. -
Page 9: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning • After each use, clean the charger clamps - be sure to remove any battery fluid that will cause corrosion of the clamps. • Clean the outside case of the Battery Charger with a soft cloth and, if necessary, mild soap solution. -
Page 10: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Rated Input Voltage 120V AC/60hz Maximum Current Output 25±3A Continuous Output Voltage 14.8±0.2V DC Float Charge Voltage 13.6±0.2V DC Minimum Battery Voltage 4-5V DC (for Battery Charger to operate) Ambient Operating 32°~104°F (0°~40°C) Temperature Weight 4.7 lbs (2.1 kg) Dimensions (l ×... -
Page 11: Fault Codes
Fault Codes The Battery Charger will display fault codes on the lED display when an error occurs. This will help you to troubleshoot the problem. Refer to the chart below for a list of the fault codes. Fault Code Condition Cause Solution There is load connected... -
Page 12: Limited Warranty
Before returning this product for any reason, please call toll free (800) 477-5847. Do not return your PEAK® product to the place of purchase for service. Send your unit, postage prepaid and insured, along with a copy of the original sales receipt and a phone number to the address below.
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It started to charge a battery then blew the breaker. After that it's dead. Is there a fuse iN it?