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OWNERS MANUAL SPSS2-CA Model: Automatic Battery Charger/Maintainer 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. 0099001421-00...
CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............3 PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..............4 FEATURES ....................5 CONTROL PANEL ..................5 GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS ......5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............6 MAINTENANCE AND CARE ................8 TROUBLESHOOTING .................9 SPECIFICATIONS ..................9 REPLACEMENT PARTS ................9 BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS ............9 LIMITED WARRANTY ................10 WARRANTY CARD ..................
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.
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.
FEATURES 1. LED indicators: AC POWER (red) CHARGING (yellow/orange) CHARGED/MAINTAINING (green) 2. Battery clamp quick-connect 3. Ring terminal quick-connect CONTROL PANEL LED INDICATORS AC POWER (red) LED lit: There is AC power supplied to the battery charger. CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED lit: The charger is charging the battery. CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED flashing: The charger is in abort mode.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Do not start the vehicle with the charger connected to the AC outlet, or it could damage the charger. CHARGING A BATTERY IN THE VEHICLE 1. Turn off all the vehicle’s accessories. 2. Keep the hood open. 3.
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6. Connect the charger to the electrical outlet. The AC POWER (red) LED will light. 7. If you’ve connected everything correctly, the CHARGING yellow/ orange) LED should be lit, indicating that the charger is charging, and the AC POWER (red) LED will go off. If the CHARGING LED does not light, check the connections or have the battery checked/replaced.
If there are none, have the battery checked or replaced. MAINTAINING A BATTERY The SPSS2-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.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION The charger will not AC outlet is dead. Check for open fuse or turn on when properly circuit breaker supplying connected. AC outlet. Poor electrical connection. Check power cord and extension cord for loose fitting plug. The quick-connect inline Check the fuse.
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 five (5) years from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship that may occur under normal use and care.
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.) • 11 •...
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