g. When disconnecting the charger, turn the switches to off, disconnect the AC cord,
remove the clip from the vehicle chassis, and then remove the clip from the battery
terminal.
h. See operating instructions for length of charge information.
18. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. A SPARK
NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A
SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
a. Check the polarity of the battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually
has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
b. Attach at least a 60 cm long 16 mm
-) battery post.
c. Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery.
d. Position yourself and free end of cable as far away from battery as possible - then
connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to free end of cable.
e. Do not face the battery when making the final connection.
f. When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of the
connecting procedure and break the first connection as far away from the battery as
practical.
g. A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on
board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
19. AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER. Never alter the AC cord or the plug provided – if it does not fit output, have
the proper output installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection can result
in a risk of an electric shock. This battery charger is for use on a nominal 230-volt
circuit.
20. CHARGE TIMES
The following instruction will allow you to determine how long it will take to bring a
specific battery to full charge.
a. Test the battery to check the state of the charger with a hydrometer or electronic
percent-of-charge tester.
b. Determine the size of the battery in Amp-Hour or Reserve Capacity. If the rates
are not printed on the battery, contact your local battery dealer for this information.
These are the only rates that can be used to determine the length of charging time.
c. Use the battery rate, the charge level of the battery and the amp setting to be used
on the charger in the formula provided below.
Amp Hour Rating of Battery × Percent of Charged Needed
Amp Setting Selected On Charger
insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N,
2
× 1.25 = Hours to Charge
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