Schumacher SC-8010A owner manual Important Safety Instructions, Help us help you

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BAT- TERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.

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This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger model SC-8010A.

WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with ac- cessories sold with this product, may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Read all instructions and cautions printed onthebatterycharger,battery,andvehicle or equipment using battery.

Use charger only on lead acid type re- chargeable batteries, such as those used in cars, trucks, tractors, airplanes, vans, RVs, trolling motors, etc. This charger is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application.

Never use charger for charging dry cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances like radios, stereos, remote controls, etc. These batteries may burst and cause personal injury.

Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified service professional if service or repair is required. Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical shock.

To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before at- tempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Always charge battery in a well-ventilated area.

WARNING: Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger. Do not set charger on flammable materials like carpeting, up- holstery, paper, cardboard, etc. Charger may damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.

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Place charger as far away from the bat- tery being charged as the charger cables will permit.

Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacture may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

Never charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) becomes frozen, bring battery into a warm area to thaw before you begin charging.

Never allow battery acid to drip on char- ger when reading specific gravity or filling battery.

Never set a battery on top of the charger.

Never place charger directly above battery being charged. The gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.

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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 Preparing your battery to be charged Charging Battery In The VehicleOperating instructions Negative Grounded System Engine Starting Notes Using your battery charger OverviewGeneral Charging Notes Charge Start Button Battery Type ButtonChargeR CONTROLs Digital Display ButtonDigital Display Mode of OperationControl panel guide SE-8010A Control Panel GuideUsing the built-in Battery tester Alternator Testing Notes Using the built-in alternator testerLower the reading the longer charg- ing will take Battery percent and charge timeCharging tips Maintenance and CareProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingWarranty E C T R Ó N I C O Instrucciones de Seguridad Importantes ÍndiceGuarde Estas Instrucciones Advertencia Los cargadores deAyúdenos Para Poderle EL USO DE UN Cordón DE EXTEN- Sión Precauciones DE Seguridad PersonalAntes DE Usar SU Cargador DE Baterías Cómo EnchufarloCómo Preparar SU Batería Para Cargarse Instrucciones DE OperaciónPara Cargar LA Batería DEN- TRO DEL Vehículo Para Cargar LA Bateríasacada DEL Vehículo Sistema a Tierra NegativoCómo Usar EL Arranque DE MO- TOR. Engine Start Notas Generales Respecto AL Proceso DE Cargar Desulfation Mode Modo DE DesulfatarCómo Usar SU Cargador DE Baterías Vista GeneralCharge Start Button Botón DE Comienzo DE Carga Botón DE Display Mode Modo DE PantallaBattery Type Button Botón DE Tipo DE Batería Controles DEL CargadorGuia AL Panel DEL Control DEL SE-8010A Guia AL Panel DEL ControlEL USO DEL Probador DE Baterías Incorporado Secuencia DE ProbarProbador Y Cargador EL USO DEL Probador DE Alternadores Incorporado Notas Para Probar EL % DE BateríaNotas Sobre LA Prueba DE AL- Ternadores Potencia de Régimen de la Batería Porcentaje DE LA Batería Y Tiempo DE CargarMantenimiento Y Cuidado Pautas Para CargarProblema Posible Causa Solución Solución DE ProblemasGarantía