PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | REASON/SOLUTION |
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Charger will not turn on | AC outlet is dead. | Check for open fuse or |
when properly connected. |
| circuit breaker supplying AC |
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| outlet. |
| Poor electrical connection. | Check power cord and |
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| extension cord for loose |
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| fitting plug. |
The battery is connected | Clips are not making a | Check for poor connection |
and the charger is on, but | good connection. | at battery and frame. Make |
is not charging. |
| sure connecting points are |
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| clean. Rock clips back and |
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| forth for a better connection. |
The measured current is | The charger reached the | No problem, this is a normal |
much lower than what was | maximum voltage and is | condition. |
selected. | reducing the current. |
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17.BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
17.1When a charging problem arises, make certain that the battery is capable of accepting a normal charge. Use a good battery to double check all connections, AC outlet for a full
17.2When a battery is very cold, partially charged or sulfated, it will not draw the full rated amperes from the charger. It is both dangerous and damaging to a battery to force higher amperage into it than it can effectively use in recharging.
17.3When an UNKNOWN OPERATING PROBLEM arises, please read the complete manual and call the customer service number for information that will usually eliminate the need for return.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem or for information about troubleshooting
or replacement parts, call
7:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time Monday thru Friday
18.LIMITED WARRANTY
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL
Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants this battery charger for 3 years from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship that may occur under normal use and care. If your unit is not free from defective material or workmanship, Manufacturers obligation under this warranty is solely to repair or replace your product, with a new or reconditioned unit, at the option of the Manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to forward the unit, along with mailing charges prepaid
to the Manufacturer or its authorized representatives in order for repair or replacement to occur.
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