Black & Decker BC25EB instruction manual Introduction, DC Connection Precautions

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DC Connection Precautions

1.Connect and disconnect DC output clamps only after removing AC cord from electric outlet.

2.Never allow clamps to touch each other.

3.Attach clamps to battery and chassis as indicated in “Battery Installed in Vehicle” steps 5 and 6, and in “Battery Outside of Vehicle” steps 2, 4 and 5.

Follow these steps when the battery is installed in a vehicle. A spark near the battery may cause an explosion.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

1.Position AC and DC cords away from hood, door, or moving engine parts.

2.Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.

3.Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.

4.Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If negative post is grounded to chassis (as in most vehicles), see 5. If positive post is grounded to the chassis, see 6.

5.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.

6.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.

7.When disconnecting charger, disconnect AC cord, remove clamp from vehicle chassis, and then remove clamp from battery terminal.

8.Do not charge the battery while the engine is operating.

9.See operating instructions for length of charge information.

Follow these steps when the battery has been removed from a vehicle. A spark near the battery may cause an explosion.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

1.Check polarity of battery posts. Positive post (marked POS,P, +) usually has a larger diameter than the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, –).

2.Attach a 24-inch (minimum length) 6 AWG insulated battery cable to the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, –).

3.Connect the Positive (RED) battery clamp to the Positive battery post (marked POS, P, + or red).

4.Stand as far back from the battery as possible, and do not face battery when making final connection.

5.Carefully connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable connected to the negative terminal.

6.Set the charge rate to appropriate setting according to battery size.

7.When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break first connection while as far away from battery as practical.

Note: A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use. This unit is NOT designed for such use.

Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Take to a qualified technician for replacement of worn or defective parts immediately.

Read And Understand This Instruction Manual Before Using This Unit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE 25 AMP SMARTBATTERY CHARGER MODEL BC25EB.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:

Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use with this unit. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the Black & Decker® 25 Amp SmartBattery Charger. With proper care and use, it will give you years of dependable service. This battery charger has a high charge rate of up to 25 amps, and low charge rate of 2 amps and 75 amps fo engine starting power.

SmartBattery Chargers feature 3-stage, high-efficiency charging technology, built-in microprocessor control

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference AMP Smart Fully Automatic Battery ChargerAmpere Rating Read ALL InstructionsSafety Guidelines / Definitions Charger Location Locate charger as far away from battery as cables permitPreparing to Charge Introduction DC Connection PrecautionsControls and Indicators FeaturesAutomatic Float Charge feature is ideal Operating Instructions Battery Voltage lights when battery voltage is displayedCharge Rate Selection Charging the BatteryAutomatic Float Charging EqualizingEngine Start Remove or disconnect the vehicle’s battery when equalizingRecondition Mode Percent of charge Battery 75% 50% TroubleshootingF01 Internal Shorted Cell Battery Approximate Charging TimesService Information Care and MaintenanceInput Full FIVE-YEAR Home USE WarrantySpecifications