Follow These Steps When Battery Is Outside Vehicle; Grounding And Ac Power Cord Connections; Assembly Instructions; Control Panel - Schumacher Electric DSR INDUSTRIAL Serie Manual Del Usuario

7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE

WARNING: A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY
EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
7.1 Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger
diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.
7.2 Attach at least a 24-inch long 4-gauge
(AWG) insulated battery cable to
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) battery post.
7.3 Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery.
7.4 Position yourself and free end of cable as

8. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS

8.1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal
120 volt circuit and has a grounded plug.
The charger must be grounded, to reduce
the risk of electric shock. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. The plug
pins must fit the receptacle (outlet). Do not
use with an ungrounded system.
8.2 DANGER: Never alter the AC cord or
plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet,
have a proper grounded outlet installed
by a qualified electrician. An improper
connection can result in a risk of an
electric shock or electrocution.
NOTE: Pursuant to Canadian
Regulations, use of an adapter plug
is not allowed in Canada. Use of an

9. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

9.1 Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery charger.

10. CONTROL PANEL

MAIN POWER SWITCH
Turns the charger ON or OFF.
CHARGE VOLTAGE BUTTON
Select from 6V or 12V options.
CHARGE MODE BUTTON
To select the charge rate.
CHARGE ON/OFF BUTTON
Use to start or complete the charge cycle.

11. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: A spark near the battery may
cause a battery explosion.
IMPORTANT: Do not start the vehicle
with the charger connected to the AC
outlet, or it could result in damage to the
charger.
far away from battery as possible – then
connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip
to free end of cable.
7.5 Do not face battery when making final
connection.
7.6 When disconnecting charger, always do
so in reverse sequence of connecting
procedure and break first connection while
as far away from battery as practical.
7.7 A marine (boat) battery must be removed
and charged on shore. To charge it on
board requires equipment specially
designed for marine use.
adapter plug in the United States is not
recommended and should not be used.
8.3 USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If you must use an
extension cord, follow these guidelines:
• Pins on plug of extension cord must be
the same number, size, and shape as
those of plug on charger.
• Ensure that the extension cord is properly
wired and in good electrical condition.
• Wire size must be large enough for the AC
ampere rating of charger, as specified:
Length of cord (feet)
AWG* size of cord
*AWG-American Wire Gauge
LED INDICATOR (CHARGE COMPLETE)
The Green LED indicates the charge is
complete and the charger has switched to
Maintain Mode.
LCD DISPLAY
The LCD display will show the selected
charge mode, battery voltage or the
charging time.
CHARGING A BATTERY IN THE VEHICLE
1. Turn off all the vehicle's accessories.
2. Keep the hood open.
3. Clean the battery terminals.
4. Place the charger on a dry, non-
flammable surface.
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