11.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
11.1
After use and before performing maintenance, turn off, unplug and
disconnect the battery charger (see Sections 6 and 7).
11.2
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the
terminals, cords, and the charger case.
11.3
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good
working condition.
11.4
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-
serviceable parts.
12.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
12.1
Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still
conduct electricity until it is unplugged from the outlet.
12.2
Store inside, in a cool, dry place (unless you're using an on-board Marine
Charger).
12.3
Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal,
or clipped to cables.
13.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
The charger is making an
audible clicking sound.
Charger makes a loud
buzz or hum.
CHARGING (yellow) LED
is blinking.
Charger will not turn on
when properly connected.
The battery is connected
and the charger is on, but
is not charging.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Battery is defective.
Shorted battery cables or
connector
Power Saving or Maintain
Mode
Transformer laminations
vibrate (buzz).
Shorted Diode Assembly or
Output Rectifier Assembly
(hum).
Indicates the charger is in
abort mode.
AC outlet is dead.
Poor electrical connection.
Connector is not making a
good connection.
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REASON/SOLUTION
Have the battery checked.
Circuit breaker cycles when
current draw is too high.
Check for shorted cables
or connector and replace if
necessary.
No problem, this is a normal
condition.
No problem, this is a normal
condition.
Have charger checked by a
qualified technician.
See "Aborted Charge"
in the OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS Section.
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 connector. Make
sure connecting points are
clean.