Schumacher SE-70MA - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – PREPARING TO CHARGE; Use of an adapter plug is not allowed in Canada.
- Page 3 – BATTERY CHARGER CONTROLS; OPERATION – Model SE-70MA; DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS; FIGURE 2: CONNECTION TO NEGATIVE GROUNDED BATTERY; FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE; GROUND
- Page 4 – Do not face battery when making final connection.; FIGURE 3: CONNECT NEGATIVE BATTERY; This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt 60 Hz circuit.
- Page 5 – PROBLEM; CHARGE PERIOD
- Page 6 – LIMITED WARRANTY
- Page 7 – NOTES
- Page 9 – Interruptor #2–SELECTOR DE VOLTAJE; SELECTOR DE OPERACION; G. PRECAUCIONES PARA CONECCIÓN DE CORRIENTE DIRECTA
- Page 10 – ALMACENAMIENTO; SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS; PROBLEMA
- Page 11 – GARANTÍA LIMITADA
- Page 12 – NOTAS
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1.
Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all
instructions and cautions printed on:
• Battery Charger
• Battery
• Vehicle or unit using battery
2.
Use battery charger on LEAD ACID type rechargeable
batteries only, such as used in autos, trucks, tractors,
airplanes, vans, RV's, trolling motors, etc. Charger is not
intended to supply power to low-voltage electrical system
other than in an automotive application.
WARNING:
Do not use battery charger for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used with home appliances.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and
damage to property.
3.
U s e o n l y a t t a c h m e n t s r e c o m m e n d e d o r s o l d b y
manufacturer. Use of non-recommended attachments may
result in fire, electric shock, or injury.
4.
When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug not
by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to cord
or plug.
5.
Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped
over, or subjected to damage or stress.
6.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have
cord replaced immediately.
7.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a
qualified professional for inspection and repair.
8.
D o n o t d i s a s s e m b l e c h a r g e r. Ta k e i t t o a q u a l i f i e d
professional when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
9.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
10. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire or
electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make
sure that:
• Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number,
size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
• Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
• Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger,
as specified below:
AC INPUT RATING, AMPERES
AWG SIZE OF CORD
Equal to or
but less than
Length of Cord, Feet
Greater than
2 5
5 0
100 150
0
2
1 8
1 8
18
1 6
2
3
1 8
1 8
16
1 4
6
8
1 8
1 6
12
1 0
11. Always charge battery in a well ventilated area.
NEVER
operate in a closed-in or restricted area without
adequate ventilation.
WARNING:
Risk of explosive gas.
12. Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger cables
permit.
13. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
14.
NEVER
charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is
frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging.
15.
NEVER
allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
specific gravity or filling battery.
16.
NEVER
set a battery on top of charger.
17.
NEVER
place charger directly above battery being charged.
Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
18.
NEVER
touch the battery clamps together when the charger
is energized.
A.
GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY
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Important Safety Instructions
Owner's Manual
Battery
Charger
Model:
SE-70MA
Fully Automatic Battery Charger
10-Amp, 12/24 Volt
Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully
Working in vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal
battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that each time before using your charger, you
read this manual and follow the instructions exactly.
WARNING:
Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling
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801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179
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Summary
2 1. Make sure you have a 12 or 24 volt lead-acid battery. Checkcar owner manual to make sure. 2. Clean battery terminals. Take care to keep corrosion fromcoming in contact with your eyes. 3. If required, add distilled water in each cell until battery acidreaches levels specified by battery manufact...
3 D. BATTERY CHARGER CONTROLS NOTE: A buzz, or hum is normal when the output cables have been disconnected and the AC power cord is still connected toan electrical source (i.e. wall outlet). OPERATION – Model SE-70MA Two switches permit operation and volt selection. Switch #1 – OPERATION SELECTOR Mo...
4 H. G. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLO-SION. TO REDUCE RISK Of A SPARK NEAR BATTERY: 1. Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P,+) batterypost usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,-) post. 2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG) insulatedbattery cab...
