12.
CALCULATINg CHARgE TIME
Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to
bring a battery to full charge. First, identify where your battery fits into
the chart.
CCA = Cold Cranking Amps
RC = Reserve Capacity
Ah = Amp Hour
NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
Find your battery's rating on the chart below, and note the charge time given
for each charger setting. The times given are for batteries with a 50% charge
prior to recharging. Add more time for severely discharged batteries.
BATTERY SIZE/RATINg
Motorcycle,
SMALL
garden,
BATTERIES
tractor, etc.
200 - 315 CCA
CAR/TRUCK
315 - 550 CCA
550 - 1000 CCA
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
13.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
13.1
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the
battery charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).
13.2
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the
terminals, cords, and the charger case.
13.3
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working
condition.
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 qualified service personal.
14.
MOVINg AND STORAgE INSTRUCTIONS
14.1
Store charger unplugged, in an upright position. Cord will still conduct
electricity until it is unplugged from outlet.
14.2
Store inside, in a dry, cool place.
14.3
Do not store clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or
clipped to the cables.
14.4
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.
CHARgE RATE/ CHARgINg TIME -
2 AMP
6 - 12 Ah
2 – 3¾ hrs.
12 - 32 Ah
3¾ – 10 hrs.
40 - 60 RC
11¼ – 14½ hrs .
60 - 85 RC
14½ – 18¼ hrs.
85 - 190 RC
18¼ – 34¾ hrs.
80 RC
17½ hrs
140 RC
27 hrs.
160 RC
30 hrs.
180 RC
33 hrs.
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HOURS
10 AMP
40 AMP
NR
NR
NR
NR
2¼ – 3 hrs.
½ - ¾ hrs.
3 – 3¾ hrs.
¾ – 1 hr.
3¾ – 7 hrs.
1 – 1¾ hrs.
3½ hrs.
NR
5½ hrs.
NR
6 hrs.
NR
6½ hrs.
NR