12.CALCULATING CHARGE TIME
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.
CCA = Cold Cranking Amps RC = Reserve Capacity Ah = Amp Hour
NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.
BATTERY SIZE/RATING |
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| 2 AMP | 20 AMP | 55 AMP | |||
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SMALL | Motorcycle, |
| 6 - 12 Ah | 2 - 4 hrs | NR | NR |
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BATTERIES |
| 12 - 32 Ah | 4 - 10 hrs | NR | NR | |
tractor, etc. |
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| 200 - 315 CCA |
| 40 - 60 RC | 11¼ - 14½ | 1¼ - 1½ hrs | 25 - 32 min |
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CARS/TRUCKS | 315 - 550 CCA |
| 60 - 85 RC | NR | 1½ - 2 hrs | 32 - 40 min |
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| 550 - 1000 CCA |
| 85 - 190 RC | NR | 2 - 3½ hrs | 40 min - 1¼ |
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| 80 RC | NR | 1¾ hrs | NR |
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE |
| 140 RC | NR | 2¾ hrs | NR | |
| 160 RC | NR | 3 hrs | NR | ||
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| 180 RC | NR | 3½ hrs | NR |
13.MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
13.1After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).
13.2Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery clips, cords, and the charger case.
13.3Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.
13.4Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no
13.5All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.
14.Moving and STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
14.1Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity until it is unplugged from the outlet.
14.2Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
14.3Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped to cables.
14.4If the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location, take care to avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage.
15.TROUBLESHOOTING and failure codes Failure Codes
FAILURE | DESCRIPTION | CAUSE | |
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| The battery voltage is still under | Could be caused by trying to charge a 6 volt | |
F01 | battery on the 12 volt charger, or the battery | ||
10V after 2 hours of charging. | |||
| could be bad; have it checked or replaced. | ||
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F02 | The charger cannot desulfate the | The battery could not be desulfated; have it | |
battery. | checked or replaced. | ||
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