Before Returning For Repairs - DieHard 28.71345 Manual Del Usuario

PROBLEM
Short or no start cycle
when cranking engine.
The Boost LED is flashing. The charger was left in Boost
The Boost LED shuts off.

15. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS

• When a charging problem arises, make
certain that the battery is capable of
accepting a normal charge. Double check
all connections, the AC outlet for a full
120 volts, the charger clamps for correct
polarity and the quality of the connections
from the cables to the clamps and from
the clamps to the battery system. The
clamps must be clean.
or for information about troubleshooting or replacement parts,
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No power at receptacle.
AC cord and/or extension
cord is loose.
The clamps are not making a
good connection.
Failure to wait 3 minutes
between cranks.
The battery may be severely
discharged.
The battery is drawing more
than the engine start rate.
The charger may be
overheated.
mode for an extended period
of time.
The Boost mode is
completed.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem,
call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.
• When an UNKNOWN OPERATING
PROBLEM arises, please read the
complete manual and call the customer
service number for information. This will
usually eliminate the need for return.
1-800-621-5485
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REASON/SOLUTION
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord and extension
cord for loose fitting plug.
Check for poor connection at
battery and frame.
Wait 3 minutes of rest time
before the next crank.
On a severely discharged
battery, use the 60A Boost rate
for 10 to 15 minutes, to assist in
cranking.
Crank time varies with the
amount of current drawn. If
cranking draws more than the
engine start rate, crank time may
be less than 5 seconds.
The thermal protector may have
tripped and needs a little longer
to reset. Make sure the charger
vents are not blocked. Wait and
try again.
The Boost LED will flash for
30 minutes, then go off, and
the Charging LED will light,
indicating the charger has
switched to Charging mode.
This is normal. The charger will
automatically switch to charging
mode to fully charge the battery.
Or you may press the Rate
Selection button and select either
the 6A<>2A CHARGE/MAINTAIN
rate or ENGINE START.