Schumacher 7000A owner manual Charging Battery Removed from the Vehicle, Using Engine Start

CHARGING BATTERY REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE:

POSITIVENEGATIVE

BATTERY CHARGER

BATTERY

POWER

CORD

24", 6 GAUGE CABLE

TO

GROUNDED

POWER

OUTLET

1.Note the polarity of the battery posts by checking the identification marks on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P or +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The positive post is usually larger than the negative post.

2.Attach at least a 24-inch-long, 6- gauge (AWG), insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -) battery post. Rock and twist the clamp back and forth to be sure a solid electrical connection is made.

3.Connect the red (POSITIVE) output clamp to the POSITIVE battery post. Rock and twist the clamp back and forth to be sure a solid electrical connection is made.

4.Position yourself as far away from the battery as possible, and then connect the black (NEGATIVE) output clamp to the free end of the cable.

5.Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. The charger will be set to the default state of 2A charge rate and REGULAR battery type (tester).

6.Press the appropriate control buttons to select the desired charge rate and battery type. Within a few seconds, the CHARGING (yellow) LED should light and the charging process should start. If the CHECK (red) LED is on, check for correct cable connections.

7.To disconnect the Charger, unplug its power cord before attempting to disconnect the charger clamps. Then, standing away from the battery, remove the output clamp from the NEGATIVE battery post. Finally, remove the output clamp from the POSITIVE battery post.

8.Clean and store the charger in a dry location.

USING ENGINE START

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.

IMPORTANT: Follow all safety instruc- tions and precautions when charging your battery. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Charge your battery in a well-ventilated area.

IMPORTANT: Using the ENGINE START feature WITHOUT a battery installed in the vehicle could cause damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.

1.With the charger plugged in and connected to the battery of the vehicle, set the CHARGE RATE to 70A START. Only the 70A START and CHARGING LED’s (both yellow) should be lit.

2.Crank the engine for no more than 8 seconds. If engine does not start, wait 2 minutes before cranking again.

3.After the engine starts, unplug the power cord before disconnecting the output clamps from the battery.

4.Clean and store the charger in a dry location.

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