Schumacher SF-1-12S - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY
- Page 3 – MOUNTING INSTRUCTION; Figure 1 illustrates the charger mounting brackets.; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
- Page 4 – CHARGING BATTERY IN VEHICLE; Figure 5; OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- Page 5 – Manuel de l’utilisateur; SÉCURITÉ GÉNÉRALE DE LA BATTERIE
- Page 6 – SÉCURITÉ ET PRÉCAUTIONS PERSONNELLES
- Page 7 – CONNEXION ÉLECTRIQUE; INSTRUCTION DE FIXATION; La figure 1 illustre les supports de fixation du chargeur.; Figure 4
- Page 8 – PROCÉDURE CORRECTE DE DÉBRANCHEMENT; REMARQUE; CHARGER LA BATTERIE HORS DU VÉHICULE; Condition; MODE D’EMPLOI; ENTRETIEN ET NETTOYAGE
1
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 ts 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:
Length of cord (feet):
25
50
100
150
AWG size of cord:
18
18
18
16
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 clips together when the charger
is energized.
19.
NEVER
crank engine with charger attached to battery, and
120 volt line.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Owner's Manual
SF-1-12S
1.5 AMP
Battery Charger & Maintainer
For 12 Volt Batteries
Battery
Charger
Model:
00-00-000502/0705
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION
801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179
In Canada, for warranty claims and replacement, please return item to place of purchase during warranty period with receipt of purchase.
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.
GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY
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2 GROUNDING MEANS ADAPTER GROUNDING PIN COVER OF GROUNDED OUTLET BOX GROUNDING SCREW ADAPTER GROUNDED OUTLET 1. If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge,always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Makesure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to causean arc. 2. Be s...
3 SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE,MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179 MAKES THIS LIMITED WARRANTYTO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIM-ITED WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE. Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants this battery charger for two yearsfrom...
4 Model SF-1-12S is intended for use with 12 volt battery sys-tems only. The charger contains an electronic control circuit whichsafeguards against overcharging the battery. After reading and following the directions " Charging battery in vehicle" or "Charging battery out of vehicle,"...
