Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 1000AP Schumacher
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CAUTION: Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions, and follow them with each use of this product. 0099000479/0105 Speed Charge ™ computer smart ™ 6 10 amp F AST CHARGE amp MEDIUM CHARGE amp SLOW CHARGE 2 Fully Automatic Microprocessor Controlled Battery Charger ELECTRIC CORPORA TION Mount Prospect, IL 60056 U.
2 SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. Model 1000AP , Fully Automatic Battery Charger of fers features to accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and effectively . Please read and follow these instructions and precau- tions carefully .
3 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model 1000AP . WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BA TTERY IS DANGEROUS. BA T - TERIES GENERA TE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BA TTERY OPERA TION.
4 Never set a battery on top of charger. Never place charger directly above battery being charged. The gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger. Never touch the battery clamps together when the charger is on. You could cause a spark.
5 BEFORE USING YOUR BA TTER Y CHARGER It is important to understand the charger’s requirements. This section explains the charger ’s electrical requirement s and how to prepare a battery for charging. PLUGGING IT IN Y our charger requires a 120V AC receptacle installed according to all local codes and ordinances.
6 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORT ANT : Follow all safety instructions and precautions when charging your battery . Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Charge your battery in a well-ventilated area. heavy, unpainted metal part of the chassis or engine block, away from the battery (see figure above).
7 1. Note the polarity of the battery posts by checking the identification marks on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P or +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The positive post is usually larger than the negative post. 2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long, 6- gauge (AWG), insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -) battery post.
8 SPEEDCHARGE CONTROL 1000AP CONTROL PANEL CHARGE RATE SWITCH Use this switch button to set the charge rate to one of the following three. • 2A CHARGE RATE: Intended for charging small batteries such as those commonly used in garden tractors, snow mobiles and motor- cycles.
9 USING YOUR BA TTER Y CHARGER OVERVIEW Using the battery charger is very simple. First, connect the battery and AC power following the precautions listed under “OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS”. Then select the appropriate BA TTERY TYPE and CHARGE RA TE for your battery .
10 KNOW YOUR CHARGER Read this entire manual before using your charger . The items below are additional features of your charger . Relay : Y our charger is equipped with a relay . This device turns the charge current on and off to the battery . It is normal to occasionally hear a clicking sound when the relay is turned on or off.
11 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance problems often can be corrected by the user . Please completely read this chart for possible solutions to common problems. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Check RED light Is on. The battery is not connected Connect or adjust clips.
12 LIMITED W ARRANTY SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORA TION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT , ILLINOIS 60056-2179 MAKES THIS LIMITED W ARRANTY T O THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER A T RET AIL OF THIS PRODUCT .
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