PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
Charger will not turn on | AC outlet is dead. | Check for open fuse or |
when properly connected. |
| circuit breaker supplying AC |
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| outlet. |
| Poor electrical connection. | Check power cord and |
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| extension cord for loose |
|
| fitting plug. |
The battery is connected | Clamps are not making a | Check for poor connection |
and the charger is on, but is | good connection. | at battery and frame. Make |
not charging. |
| sure connecting points |
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| are clean. Rock clamps |
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| back and forth for a better |
|
| connection. |
Battery clips do not spark | The charger is equipped | No problem, this is a normal |
when touched together. | with an | condition. |
| will not supply current to the |
|
| battery clips until a battery |
|
| is properly connected. |
|
| Unlike traditional chargers, |
|
| the clips will not spark if |
|
| touched together. |
|
16.BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
16.1When a charging problem arises, make certain that the battery is capable of accepting a normal charge. Use a good battery to double check all connections, the AC outlet for a full
16.2When a battery is very cold, partially charged or sulfated, it will not draw the full rated amperes from the charger. It is both dangerous and damaging to a battery to force higher amperage into it than it can effectively use in recharging.
16.3When an UNKNOWN OPERATING PROBLEM arises, please read the complete manual and call the customer service number for information that will usually eliminate the need for return.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem or for information about troubleshooting
or replacement parts, call
7:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time Monday through Friday
17.LIMITED WARRANTY
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL
Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants this battery charger for 5 years from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship that may occur under normal use and care. If your unit is not free from defective material or workmanship, Manufacturer’s obligation under this warranty is solely to repair or replace your product with a new or reconditioned unit at the option of the Manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to forward the unit, along with mailing charges prepaid
to the Manufacturer or its authorized representatives in order for repair or replacement to occur.
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