Maintenance Instructions; Storage Instructions - Schumacher Electric PWI61224 Manual Del Usuario

13.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

13.1 After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery
charger (see sections 5, 6 and 7).
13.2 Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery clips,
cords and the charger case.
13.3 Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition,
for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.
13.4 Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.
13.5 All other servicing should be performed by quali ed service personnel.
14.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

14.1 Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity
until it is unplugged from the outlet.
14.2 If the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location, take care to
avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or property damage. Store the clips on the berglass clamp rod. Do not
store them on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped to the cables.
15. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
No reading on the
ammeter.
Ammeter reading stays
high.
Ammeter reads less
than selected charge
rate when charging a
discharged battery.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Charger is not plugged in.
No power at the
receptacle.
Clips are not making a
good connection to the
battery.
Connections are reversed.
Battery is defective (will
not accept a charge).
Battery is severely
discharged.
Wrong battery voltage.
Extension cord is too long
or wire gauge is too small.
Weak cell or sulfated plate
in battery.
Battery is only partially
discharged.
9
REASON/SOLUTION
Plug the charger into an AC outlet.
Check for open fuse or circuit breaker
supplying AC outlet.
Check for poor connection to battery
and frame. Make sure connection
points are clean. Rock clips back
and forth for a better connection.
Unplug the charger and reverse
the clips.
Have battery checked.
Continue charging battery for two
more hours. If problem continues,
have the battery checked.
Verify that the voltage settings on
the charger are correct.
Use a shorter or heavier gauge
extension cord.
A sulfated battery will eventually take
a normal charge if left connected.
If the battery will not take a charge,
have it checked.
Continue to charge the battery.