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This battery charger is equipped with a self-resetting circuit
breaker. This device protects the charger from temporary over-
loads. In the event of an overload, the circuit breaker will trip
open and after a short cooling off period will reset automatically.
This process is known as cycling and can be recognized by an
audible clicking sound.
Three basic types of lead-acid batteries can be given a charge with this charger: (1) Conventional and Low Maintenance,
(2) Maintenance Free, (3) Deep Cycle / Marine.
Conventional and Low Maintenance Batteries. These are the
antimony/lead batteries. Conventional/Low Maintenance bat-
teries require periodic addition of water to the acid solution
(electrolyte). Additional water may be added by removing the
filler caps located on the top of the battery.
IMPORTANT: When antimony is known to be one of the materi-
als used in the battery's construction, that battery is a Low Main-
tenance/Conventional type.
CAUTION: Some Low Maintenance batteries have a relatively
smooth top without any apparent battery filler caps. If, however,
the battery manufacturer/distributor recommends periodic
checking of electrolyte level and provides access to the battery
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: CHARGING BATTERY OUT OF THE VEHICLE
When charging battery, take care to determine the battery type. To reduce risk of a spark near battery, follow these steps.
WARNING: A spark near battery may cause battery explosion.
WARNING: When removing battery from vehicle or boat, disconnect grounded pole first. When disconnecting, make sure the engine/motor
and all accessories are off, so as not to cause an arc.
(NOTE: BOAT BATTERIES MUST BE REMOVED AND CHARGED ON SHORE. (TO SAFELY CHARGE ON BOARD REQUIRES
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY DESIGNED AND UL LISTED FOR MARINE USE. THIS CHARGER IS NOT WATER RESISTANT
AND SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO WET CONDITIONS.)
WARNING: When reinstalling battery, attach the ground post first.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
NOTE: Clicking sound is normal. Wait until charger automati-
cally resets itself.
CAUTION: Persistent clicking (more than 30 minutes) may indi-
cate reverse connection or shorted battery cells. (See TROUBLE-
SHOOTING)
BATTERY TYPES
for water additions, the battery is probably a Low Maintenance/
Conventional type.
Maintenance Free Batteries. These are calcium/lead batteries
and normally do not require water additions. Therefore, filler
caps have been removed from the battery surface. These bat-
teries will have a smooth or sealed appearance.
Deep Cycle Batteries. These heavy duty batteries are used in
boats, construction equipment, sump pumps, etc. They are nor-
mally marked DEEP CYCLE on the outside of the case.
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