PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY

1.WARNING: Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection, when working with lead-acid batteries.

2.Make sure someone is within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work with or near a lead-acid battery.

3.Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use if battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.

4.Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery. Acid particles (corrosion) may get into your eyes! If acid enters your eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.

5.Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring (or the like) to metal, causing a severe burn.

6.Take care not to drop a metal tool or other metal onto the battery. Metal may cause sparking or short circuit the battery or another electrical device. Sparking may cause an explosion.

7.Always operate battery charger in an open well ventilated area.

8.Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger.

9.Do not set battery charger on flammable items like carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard etc. Charger may damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.

10.NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine. Batteries generate explosive gases!

11.WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will 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.

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PREPARING TO CHARGE

1.Make sure you have a 12 volt lead-acid battery. Check owner manual to make sure.

2.Clean battery terminals. Take care to keep corrosion from coming in contact with your eyes.

3.If required, add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches levels specified by battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not over- fill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.

4.Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell caps while charg- ing, and recommended rates of charge.

5.Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while bat- tery is being charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan.

6.A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment spe- cially designed for marine use.

BATTERY SIZE/RATING

MARINE / OR

MCA

AMP HR

 

DEEPCYCLE

 

220-350

24-40

3-5

 

 

 

 

350-600

40-70

5-9

 

 

600-935

70-104

9-13

CCA: COLD CRANKING AMPS

RES. CAP.: RESERVE CAPACITY

MCA: MARINE CRANKING AMPS

AMP HR: AMPERE HOUR

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MKC-10 specifications

The Schumacher MKC-10 is a state-of-the-art automatic battery charger designed to meet the demands of modern automotive batteries. With a plethora of features and advanced technologies, this charger stands out in the competitive market of battery maintenance tools.

At the heart of the Schumacher MKC-10 is its intelligent microprocessor technology. This feature allows the charger to automatically adjust its charging mode based on the battery's needs, ensuring optimal charging efficiency and prolonging battery life. It can handle both 6V and 12V batteries, making it versatile for a wide range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, and RVs.

One of the defining characteristics of the MKC-10 is its multi-stage charging process. The charger employs four distinct charge stages: initialization, bulk charge, absorption, and float charge. This process ensures that the battery is charged quickly but safely. The initialization stage checks the battery condition, the bulk charge stage provides maximum current, the absorption stage allows the battery to reach full capacity without overcharging, and the float charge stage maintains the battery at an optimal level.

The MKC-10 is equipped with a robust LED display that provides real-time status updates throughout the charging process. Users can easily monitor the progress, as the display indicates the charging stage, battery condition, and any errors in the process. This user-friendly interface simplifies operation, making it accessible even for those who may not be technologically savvy.

Safety features are paramount in the design of the Schumacher MKC-10. It includes reverse polarity protection to prevent accidental damage, short circuit protection, and overcharge protection, ensuring a safe charging experience. The charger's compact and portable design makes it easy to store and transport, ideal for both home use and professional applications.

Finally, the Schumacher MKC-10 is built to last, with rugged construction that can withstand the rigors of automotive environments. Whether for personal use or in a commercial garage, this battery charger combines advanced technology with practical features, making it a go-to choice for battery maintenance. With the MKC-10, you can ensure your batteries are always ready to perform, providing peace of mind and convenience.
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