Schumacher SEM-1562A owner manual Operating Instructions, Charging

NOTE: See the Operating Instructions section for a complete description of the charger modes.

12.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This battery charger must be properly assembled in accordance with the assembly instructions before it is used.

Charging

1.Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.

2.Connect the battery following the connection instructions described in Using the Quick-Connect Cable Connectors section.

3.Connect the AC power following the precautions listed in Section 8. Make sure to place the charger on a dry, non-flammable surface, such as metal or concrete.

4.If you’ve connected everything correctly, the CHARGING (yellow) LED should be lit, indicating that the charger is

charging. If the CHARGING (yellow) LED does not light, check the connections or have the battery checked/replaced.

5.To disconnect, reverse the procedure.

NOTE: This charger is equipped with an auto-start feature. It will not supply current to the battery clips until a battery is properly connected. Unlike traditional chargers, the clips will not spark if touched together.

Using the Quick-Connect Cable Connectors

NOTE: Never connect the clamp and ring terminal connectors together for use in other applications, such as external battery or other power source charging, or to extend the output cable length, as reverse polarity and/or overcharge conditions will occur.

50 Amp Battery Clips:

1.Connect the end of the charger output cable to the end of the 50 amp battery clips cable.

2.Follow the steps in sections 6 and 7 to connect the output clips to the battery.

3.After a good electrical connection is made to the battery, plug the power cord into a grounded 120V AC electrical wall outlet.

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