Sears 200.71440 owner manual Using the engine start feature, Maintenance and care

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Using the engine start feature

Your battery charger can be used to jump-start your car if the battery is low. Follow these instructions on how to use the engine start feature.

1.Set the right-hand OUTPUT SELECTOR switch to the OFF position. Then follow the instructions for connecting the charger to the battery in the section “Charging your battery in the vehicle” see page 7.

2.Once the charger is connected, set the right-hand selector switch to SELECT and set the left selector switch to the 200 AMP START position.

3.Plug in the charger.

4.Crank the engine for no more than five seconds. If the engine does not start, wait four minutes before cranking again.

5.During extremely cold weather, or if the battery is severely exhausted, charge the battery for about five minutes before cranking the engine.

6.If the engine still does not start, charge the battery for five more minutes in the 40 amp position before cranking it again for five seconds.

7.After the engine starts, unplug the charger power cord from the outlet. Then move the right-hand OUTPUT SELECTOR SWITCH to the OFF position before disconnecting the battery leads.

IMPORTANT: Do not try to start the engine without a battery in it. You could cause damage to the electrical system.

If the engine does turn over, but never starts up, there is not a problem with the starting system, there is a problem somewhere else with the vehicle. STOP cranking the engine until the other problem has been diagnosed and corrected.

Maintenance and care

A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years.

1.Clean the clamps each time you are finished charging. Wipe off any battery fluid that may have come in contact with the clamps to prevent corrosion.

2.Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the charger. The cords can be wrapped around the handle of the charger. This will help prevent accidental damage to the cords and charger.

3.Occasional cleaning of the case with a soft cloth will keep the finish shiny and help prevent corro- sion.

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Contents Manual Battery Charger Table Of Contents WarrantyImportant Safety Instructions Personal Safety PrecautionsHelp us help you Wiring diagram PartsBefore Using Your Battery Charger To attach the axle assemblyAssembling your charger Parts Tools NeededPlugging it To attach the handleElectrical Shock Hazard Using an extension cord Preparing your battery to be chargedMinimum Recommended Extension Cord Length of Cord, in FeetUsing Your Battery Charger Setting the controlsOFF Charging Your Battery Charging your battery in the vehicleONE That is Grounded Charging your battery outside the vehicle Chart Method Calculating charge timeHydrometer or Electronic Method Specific Percent Gravity Charge Charge NeededUsing the engine start feature Maintenance and careTroubleshooting Problem Possible Cause SOLUTION/REASONSSEARS-64 AM to 430 PM CST Monday through FridaySEARS-64
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