Schumacher SC-600A Automobile Battery Charger User Manual


 
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS11.
OVERVIEW11.1
To use this battery charger, rst, connect the battery and AC power follow-
ing the precautions listed under sections 6 and 7. Then, select the appro-
priate BATTERY TYPE and BATTERY SIZE for your battery. This section
explains a few details.
GENERAL CHARGING NOTES: If the charger does not detect a properly
connected battery, the CONNECTED LED will not light. Charging will not
begin until the CONNECTED LED is on.
If the charge mode is changed after charging has started (by pressing the
BATTERY SIZE or BATTERY TYPE button) the charging process restarts.
AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF:11.2 When the 2A, 4A or 6A charge rate is selected,
the charger is set to perform an automatic charge. When an automatic
charge is performed, the charger will switch into Maintain Mode after the
battery is charged.
ABORTED CHARGE: 11.3 If charging can’t be completed normally, charging
will abort. When charging is aborted, the charger’s output is shut off. The
CONNECTED LED will be lit and the display will read BAD BAT. In this
state, the charger ignores all buttons. To reset after an aborted charge,
disconnect the AC power cord.
COMPLETION OF CHARGING:11.4 Charge completion is indicated by the
CHARGED LED. When lit, the charger will switch to the Maintain Mode of
operation.
MAINTAIN MODE11.5 : When the CHARGED LED is lit, the charger has
started Maintain Mode. The charger will monitor the battery voltage. When
the voltage drops to a predetermined level, the charger will re-initiate a
charge cycle at the 2A rate.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS12.
Before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect battery charger 12.1
(see sections 6.6 and 6.7).
After use, use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil 12.2
from terminals, cords, and the charger case.
Servicing does not require opening unit, as there are no user-serviceable 12.3
parts.