Schumacher SC-6500A owner manual ChargeR CONTROLs, Digital Display Button, Battery Type Button

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chargeR CONTROLs

DIGITAL DISPLAY

DIGITAL DISPLAY BUTTON

Use this button to set the function of the digital display to one of the following.

BATTERY %: The digital display shows an estimate of the percent of charge of the battery connected to the charger battery clamps.

VOLTAGE: The digital display shows the voltage at the charger battery clamps in DC volts.

ALTERNATOR %: The digital display shows an estimated percentage of the output of the vehicle charging system connected to the charger battery clamps as compared to a properly functioning system.

BATTERY TYPE BUTTON

Use this button to set the type of battery to be charged to one of the following.

12V REGULAR: This is the type of battery usually used in cars, trucks, and motorcycles. These batteries have vent caps and are often marked “low maintenance” or “maintenance-free”.

12V DEEP CYCLE: Deep cycle batter- ies are usually marked as “deep cycle” or “marine”. Deep cycle batteries are usually larger than the other types.

12V AGM/GEL: AGM and gel cell bat- teries have sealed cases without vent caps. Such batteries are often smaller than the other types.

With the exception of AGM and gel cell

batteries, all other battery types may or may not have vent caps. Vent caps are located on top of the battery and provide a means to add distilled water when needed. Batteries should be marked with their type. If charging a battery that is not marked, check the manual of the item that uses the battery. If the battery type is unknown, use the 12V Regular setting. Make sure the battery complies with the safety instructions on page 3.

CHARGE START BUTTON

Use this button to set the maximum charge rate to one of the following.

SMALL BATTERY: Provides a charge rate of up to 2A. Intended for charging small batteries such as those commonly used in garden tractors, snow mobiles and motorcycles.

REGULAR BATTERY: Provides a charge rate of up to 10A20A de- pending on the battery. Use for charging normal or large batteries. Not intended for industrial applications.

ENGINE START: Provides 65 amps for cranking an engine with a weak or run down battery.Always use in combination with a battery.

OFF: Charger returns to tester mode and the small battery, regular battery and engine start LEDs all stay OFF.

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Contents Electronic Send Warranty Product Repairs toTable of Contents Help us help you Important Safety InstructionsPersonal Safety Precautions Before Using Your Battery ChargerPlugging IT Using an extension cord Preparing your battery to be chargedCharging Battery In The Vehicle Operating instructionsNegative Grounded System Charging Battery Removed From The VehicleEngine Starting Notes Using Engine StartUsing your battery charger OverviewGeneral Charging Notes ChargeR CONTROLs Battery Type ButtonDigital Display Button Charge Start ButtonMode of Operation Control panel guideDigital Display Using the built-in Battery tester Alternator Testing Notes Using the built-in alternator testerBattery percent and charge time Charging tips Maintenance and CareProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingRegular Battery Digital DisplayWarranty E C T R Ó N I C O Instrucciones de Seguridad Importantes ÍndiceAyúdenos Para Poderle Guarde Estas InstruccionesAntes DE Usar SU Cargador DE Baterías Precauciones DE Seguridad PersonalCómo Enchufarlo EL USO DE UN Cordón DE EXTEN- SiónInstrucciones DE Operación Cómo Preparar SU Batería Para CargarsePara Cargar LA Batería DEN- TRO DEL Vehículo Este Normalmente ES EL Poste NegativoPara Cargar LA Bateríasacada DEL Vehículo Sistema a Tierra NegativoComienza en 5 y cuenta para abajo hasta Cómo Usar EL Arranque DE MO- TOR Engine StartCómo Usar SU Cargador DE Baterías Desulfation Mode Modo DE DesulfatarVista General Notas Generales Respecto AL Proceso DE CargarBattery Type Button Botón DE Tipo DE Batería Botón DE Display Mode Modo DE PantallaControles DEL Cargador Charge Start Button Botón DE Comienzo DE CargaGuia AL Panel DEL Control DEL SC-6500A Guia AL Panel DEL ControlSecuencia DE Probar EL USO DEL Probador DE Baterías IncorporadoNES DE Operación Probador Y CargadorNotas Para Probar EL % DE Batería EL USO DEL Probador DE Alternadores IncorporadoStrucciones DE Operación Notas Sobre LA Prueba DE AL- TernadoresPotencia de Régimen de la Batería Porcentaje DE LA Batería Y Tiempo DE CargarMantenimiento Y Cuidado Pautas Para CargarProblema Posible Causa Solución Solución DE ProblemasGarantía