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7. When disconnecting the charger, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clamp from the vehicle chassis, and
then remove the clamp from the battery terminal.
8. Do not charge the battery while the engine is running.
9. See operating instructions for the approximate length of charge information.
BATTERY OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE
Follow these steps when the battery has been removed from a vehicle. A spark near the battery may cause
an explosion.To reduce the risk of spark near the battery:
1. Check the polarity of the battery posts. Positive post (marked POS, P, +) usually has a larger diameter then
the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, -).
2. Attach a 24" (minimum length) 6 AWG insulated battery cable to the Negative battery post
(marked NEG, N, -).
3. Connect the Positive (RED) battery clamp to the Positive battery post (marked POS, P, + or red).
4. Stand as far back from the battery as possible, and do not face battery when making final connection.
5. Carefully connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable connected to
negative terminal.
6. Set the charge rate to appropriate setting according to the battery size.
7. When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break first
connection while as far away from the battery as practical.
NOTE: A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires
equipment specifically designed for marine use. This unit is NOT designed for such use.
Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Take to qualified technician for replacement of worn or defective
parts immediately.
OPERATION
This Automatic Battery Charger features 3-stage, high-efficiency charging technology, built-in control IC that
ensures fast, safe, and complete charging of serviceable batteries.
STAGE ONE: Constant Current. When the battery is severely discharged, the Charger applies constant current. This
stage speedily charges the battery while protecting against damage, loss of Hydrogen, even explosion. The battery is
charged to a maximum of 14.8VDC.
STAGE TWO: Constant Voltage. This is a speed charge cycle for batteries nearly full. It will top off the battery at
14.8VDC, utilizing a 200mA trickle charge.
STAGE THREE: Floating Constant Voltage. This stage maintains a fully charged battery in its best condition by
constantly applying small "ticks" of charge. The battery will never fall below 13.5VDC.
For technical questions call: 1-800-665-8685
Battery Charger with 2A Trickle Charge V 2.0
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