• Marine batteries must be removed and charged on shore.
• Do not set a battery on top of charger.
Charging Using the Supplied Battery Clips
WARNING: A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION. To reduce the risk of a spark near the battery
position AC and DC cords away from hood, door, or moving engine parts.
1. Insert the double barrel tip of the battery clip cable into the double barrel tip of the battery charger cable (male-to-female and
female-to-male.
2. Check polarity of battery posts. Positive (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than negative (NEG, N, –) post.
3. Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If negative post is grounded to chassis (as in most
vehicles), see 4. If positive post is grounded to the chassis, see 5.
4. For negative-grounded vehicle, connect positive (red) clamp from battery charger to positive (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of
battery. Connect negative (black) clamp to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor,
fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
5. For positive-grounded vehicle, connect negative (black) clamp from battery charger to negative (NEG, N, –) ungrounded post
of battery. Connect positive (red) clamp to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor,
fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
Note: If the clamps are incorrectly connected with regard to polarity, the LCD screen will display the following:
Unplug the charger; then remove the clamps. Reconnect the clamps properly.
6. plug the battery charger' s power cord into an AC outlet. The LCD screen will display the following to indicate that the charger is
plugged in and ready:
7. When the unit is properly connected, the charging process will start automatically. The LCD screen will display the following:
The bars on the battery icon will change from empty to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly.
8. When the battery is completely charged, the unit automatically goes into float charge mode and the LCD screen displays the
following:
The bars on the battery icon will change from empty to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly. In this mode, the unit monitors the
battery voltage and charges as necessary to assure the battery maintains full capacity. The unit remains in float charge mode as
long as the charger is connected to the battery and plugged into a functioning AC outlet.
When disconnecting charger, disconnect AC cord, remove clamp from vehicle chassis, and then remove clamp from battery
terminal.
Charging Using the 12 volt DC Charging Adapter
1. Insert the double barrel tip of the 12 volt DC charging adapter cable into the battery charger; then plug the battery charger' s
power cord into an AC outlet. The LCD screen will display the following to indicate that the charger is plugged in and ready:
2. Insert the gold-tipped 12 volt DC charging adapter plug into the vehicle' s 12 volt DC accessory outlet. Rotate the adapter
slightly to make sure there is good contact.
3. When the unit is properly connected, the charging process will start automatically. The LCD screen will display the following:
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The bars on the battery icon will change from empty to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly.
4. When the battery is completely charged, the unit automatically goes into float charge mode and the LCD screen displays the
following:
The bars on the battery icon will change from empty to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly. In this mode, the unit monitors the
battery voltage and charges as necessary to assure the battery maintains full capacity. The unit remains in float charge mode as
long as the charger is connected to the battery and plugged into a functioning AC outlet.
When disconnecting charger, disconnect AC cord, and then remove the 12 volt DC charging adapter from the vehicle accessory
outlet.
Using the 8 Amp Boost
The 8 Amp Boost function can supply up to 8 amps for engine starting.
1. Set up the unit as described in either "Charging with the Supplied Battery Clips" or "Charging Using the 12 Volt DC Charging
Adapter. "
2. Press the 8 Amp Boost Button. The LCD screen will display the following:
The digital display will flash and countdown from "15" to "0. "
3. The digital display will stop flashing when the "0" is reached. At that time the "pump engine" logo (
The vehicle is ready to start.
4. Crank the engine using manufacturer' s guidelines, typically in 3 to 5 second bursts. The function requires a resting/cooling
period between attempts. The charger must be reset (disconnected first from the AC outlet, then the battery, then reconnected
following the appropriate directions). Wait 4 to 5 minutes before a second attempt at starting the engine, if needed.
After the engine starts, follow the steps outlined in the appropriate section (either "Charging with the Supplied Battery Clips" or
"Charging Using the 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter") when disconnecting.
TROUBLEShOOTINg
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• Check that the charger is properly connected to a live 120 volt AC outlet.
• If the battery to be charged has fallen below 2 volts, the battery cannot be recharged with this unit.
CARE AND mAINTENANCE
Storage
• Store the unit in a clean, dry, cool place when not in use.
• Clean the unit casing and cords (as necessary) with a dry (or slightly damp) cloth. Ensure that unit is completely disconnected
from battery and power source before cleaning.
• To maintain the operating condition and maximize the life of the charger cords, always coil them loosely for storage. Do not wrap
them around the unit or crimp them with a tight band.
fuse Replacement (12 volt DC Charging Adapter)
1. Remove plug from accessory outlet. Remove the gold cap by turning counter clockwise and lifting off.
2. Remove center pin and spring. Remove fuse.
3. Replace fuse with same type and size fuse (8 amp).
4. Replace center pin and spring inside plug.
5. Replace gold cap by turning clockwise.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer. If you need assistance regarding accessories,
please contact manufacturer at (877) 571-2391.
WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this appliance could be hazardous.
SERvICE INfORmATION
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the manufacturer at (877) 571-2391.
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