For

Model: PS-1562A

Lead-Acid

1.5 Amp Automatic Battery Charger/Maintainer

Batteries

For 6 and 12 Volt Batteries

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

 

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Important Safety Instructions

Read instructions and rules for safe operation carefully.

Your battery charger has been designed to provide years of service. This instruction manual contains information on safety, operation, and maintenance of your new charger. Make sure that you are familiar with this information before using the charger.

The battery charger is ideal for recharging batteries in snowmobiles, ATVs, garden tractors and motorcycles. It also will warm large batteries found in automobiles and marine applications.

1.Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all in- structions written in the manual, on the charger and carton.

2.Do not expose to rain or snow.

3.The use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

4.To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than by the cord when disconnecting charger.

5.An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure:

a)the pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.

b)the extension cord is property wired and in good electri- cal condition; and

c)the wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified in the following chart.

Length of cord (feet):

25

50

100

150

AWG size of cord:

18

18

16

14

 

 

 

 

 

6.Do not operate the charger with damaged cord or plug; re- place them immediately.

7.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a quali- fied service person.

8.Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service person when service or repair is necessary. Incorrect as- sembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

9.To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

10.WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASSES.

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

To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instruc- tions and those published by the battery manufacturer. Re- view the cautionary markings on the battery charger and battery.

11.PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

a)Someone should be within range of your voice, or close enough to come to your aid, when you work near a lead- acid battery.

b)Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case bat- tery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.

c)Wear eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touch- ing eyes while working near a battery.

d)If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, immediately wash with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood with running cold water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately.

e)Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of battery or engine.

f)Do not drop a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.

g)Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working near a lead-acid battery.

h)Use the charger for charging a lead-acid battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low-voltage electri- cal system other than in an automotive application. Do not use battery charger for charging dry cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons or dam- age to property.

i)Never charge a frozen battery.

j)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 re- productive harm. Wash hands after handling.

If it's necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, al- ways remove grounded terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.

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Schumacher PS-1562A instruction manual Length of cord feet 100 150 AWG size of cord, Personal Precautions