Black & Decker BC12 Instruction Manual page 31

or impact, as this may create a risk of injury and fire.
f Do not charge damaged batteries.
f Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur.
When you notice liquid on the batteries:
a. Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth.
Avoid skin contact.
b. In case of skin or eye contact, follow the
instructions below.
Warning! The battery fluid may cause personal injury or
damage to property. In case of skin contact, immediately
rinse with water. If redness, pain or irritation occurs
seek medical attention. In case of eye contact, rinse
immediately with clean water and seek medical attention.
CHARGERS
Your charger has been designed for a specific voltage.
Always check that the mains voltage corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.
Warning! Never attempt to replace the charger unit with
a regular mains plug.
f Use your Black & Decker charger only to charge
the battery in the appliance/tool with which it was
supplied. Other batteries could burst, causing
personal injury and damage.
f Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
f If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker
Service Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
f Do not expose the charger to water.
f Do not open the charger.
f Do not probe the charger.
f The appliance/tool/battery must be placed in a well
ventilated area when charging.
Keep away from WATER, FIRE, SMOKE!
Warning!
Important: Before using your Automatic and Manual
Control Smart Charger, please read and understand this
owner's manual. Any incorrect operation or misuse may
damage the equipment and/or create hazardous conditions
for the user.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
USE
The Automatic and Manual Control Smart Charger,
automatic 2/8/12 Amp charger keeps 12V batteries
charged while maintaining top performance. Can easily
be set at 2, 8, 12 Amp charge rate or simply choose
automatic setting. Works with Gel and AGM batteries.
2 Amp battery maintainer option for use while storing your
vehicles without having to disconnect your battery. Simply
plug in the maintainer cables provided into the 2Amp
charging port. LED indicators in the wiring show you the
correct connection and reverse connection. Includes ring
terminal and clamp wiring
This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and
effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and
precautions carefully.
Three-stage battery charging:
CHARGE CURVE
3 Stage Battery Charging
STAGE 1
BULK CHARGE
AMPERAGE
VOLTAGE
1. Stage One: Bulk Charge delivers maximum charging
amperage to "wake up" any serviceable 12V battery
and allows for quick engine starting. When battery reaches a
maximum safe predetermined voltage, the charger will
automatically move into Stage 2 of the charging process.
2. Stage Two: Absorption Charge maintains
the maximum possible charge at a constant,
safe, predetermined voltage. During this phase,
the charging voltage remains constant, while the
actual charging current is reduced to allow for the
maximum proper internal chemical energy transfer.
At the end of Stage 2, the charger will automatically
move into Stage 3 charge mode.
3. Stage Three - Float Charge: Voltage is automatically
maintained and reduced to a predetermined level while
current is adjusted for a safe, effective battery charge.
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.
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 battery
operation. For this reason it is of the utmost importance
that each time before using your charger, you read and
follow the instructions provided exactly.
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions
and those published by the battery manufacturer.
Warning! Handling the cord on this product or objects
associated with the use of this product may expose you to
lead. Wash hands after handling.
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STAGE 2 STAGE 3
ABSORPTION CHARGE FLOAT CHARGE/
MAINTENANCE MODE