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The Chart Method
Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to bring a
battery to full charge. First, identify where your battery ts into the chart.
NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
Find your battery’s rating on the chart below, and note the charge time given for each
charger setting. The times given are for batteries with a 50% charge prior to recharging.
Add more time for severely discharged batteries.
BATTERY SIZE/RATING CHARGE RATE/CHARGING TIME
4 AMP 20 AMP 40 AMP 70 Amp
SMALL
BATTERIES
Motorcycle,
garden,
tractor, etc.
6 - 12 AH 1 - 2 hrs NR NR NR
12 - 32 AH 2 - 5 hrs NR NR NR
CARS/
TRUCKS
200 - 315 CCA 40 - 60 RC 5½ - 7¼
hrs 1 - 1½
hrs ½ - ¾ hr 20 - 30
min
315 - 550 CCA 60 - 85 RC 7¼ - 9¼
hrs 1½ - 2
hrs ¾ - 1 hr 30 - 40
min
550 - 1000 CCA 80 - 190 RC 9¼ -
17½ hrs 2 - 3½
hrs 1 - 1¾
hrs 40 min -
1 hr
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
80 RC 8¾ hrs 1¾ hrs NR NR
140 RC 13½ hrs 2¾ hrs NR NR
160 RC 15 hrs 3 hrs NR NR
180 RC 16½ hrs 3½ hrs NR NR
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS14.
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery 14.1 charger (see Sections 6, 7 and 8).
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the terminals, 14.2 cords, and the charger case.
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition, 14.3 including the plastic boots on the battery clips.
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.14.4
All other servicing should be performed by qualied service personnel.14.5
MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS15.
Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity 15.1 until it is unplugged from the outlet.
Store inside, in a cool, dry place.15.2
Store the clips on the berglass clamp rod. Do not store them on the handle, clipped 15.3 together, on or around metal, or clipped to the cables.
if the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location, take care to 15.4 avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or property damage.