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DY-1420
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READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
NO use el cargador de baterías hasta que haya leído y comprendido
PELIGRO
completamente el manual del usuario. Si usted desea una versión en
español de esta edición, visite nuestra página en la red localizada en www.batterychargers.
com así podrá obtener un instructivo del cargador de baterías en español. Si usted no tiene
acceso a la red y necesita asistencia, llame Servicios al Cliente al (800) 621-5485.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT
TO THE STORE!
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800-621-5485
OWNER'S MANUAL
Manual Battery Charger
Voltage: 12
Amperage: 2, 20, 55
0099001066-01
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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL DY-1420 Model: Manual Battery Charger Voltage: 12 Amperage: 2, 20, 55 DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! Call Customer Service for Assistance: 800-621-5485 READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
- Page 2 IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual will show you how to use your charger safely and effectively. Please read, understand and follow these instructions and precautions carefully, as this manual contains important safety and operating instructions. The safety messages used throughout this manual contain a signal word, a message and an icon.
- Page 3 RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. 1.10 WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE 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. 1.11 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the...
- Page 4 Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual and make sure that the output voltage selector switch is set to the correct voltage. If the charger has an adjustable charge rate, charge the battery in the lowest rate first. Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.
- Page 5 FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY: Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
- Page 6 Attach the Foot: Remove the charger from the packing materials and place upside down on a flat surface. Attach the foot and secure it with the four ¼-20 thread cutting screws provided. Assemble the Wheels and Axle : Hold the axle upright on the floor or work surface.
- Page 7 • 20A Rapid and 55A Boost Charge Rate – Use for charging automotive, marine and deep-cycle batteries. Not intended for industrial applications. • 140A Engine Start – Provides 140 amps for cranking an engine with a weak or run down battery. Always use in combination with a battery. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This battery charger must be properly assembled in accordance with the assembly instructions before it is used.
- Page 8 CALCULATING CHARGE TIME 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. NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
- Page 9 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION No reading on the ammeter. Charger is not plugged in. Plug the charger into an AC outlet. No power at the receptacle. Check for open fuse or circuit breaker supplying AC outlet. Clips are not making a good Check for poor connection to connection to the battery.
- Page 10 ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE OR ASSIGNABLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants this battery charger for 1 year from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship that may occur under normal use and care. If your unit is not free from defective material or workmanship, Manufacturer’s obligation under this warranty is solely to repair or replace...
- Page 11 Manufacturer does not provide any warranty for any accessories used with this product that are not manufactured by Schumacher Electric Corporation and approved for use with this product. This Limited Warranty is void if the product is misused, subjected to careless handling, repaired, or modified by anyone other than Manufacturer or if this unit is resold through an unauthorized retailer.
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- Page 13 The warranty card should be submitted within 30 days of purchase. The customer must keep the ORIGINAL receipt because it will be required for any warranty claims. This warranty is not transferable. Mail To: Schumacher Electric Corporation 801 Business Center Drive Mount Prospect, IL 60056-2179 Name_______________________________________________________________...