BEFORE USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER
It is important to understand your charger's requirements. This section will tell you about your charger's electrical requirements and how to prepare a battery for charging.
ASSEMBLING YOUR CHARGER
Included with your battery charger are two cord wrap cleats for storage of the clamp cables.
To install, align the three tabs to corre- spond with the three receptacles and push until you hear a snap.
Wrap clamp cables after unplugging the power cord and store your charger in a dry location.
PLUGGING IT IN
Your charger requires a 120V AC receptacle installed according to all local codes and ordinances.
Cord Wrap Cleat
USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If you must use an extension cord, please make sure that you follow these guidelines:
•Make sure that the pins on charger's power cord fit firmly into the extension cord, and that the extension cord fits firmly into the receptacle.
•Check that the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
•Make sure that the wire size is large enough for its length and for the AC ampere rating, as specified in the chart below.
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD
Length of Cord, in Feet | 25 50 100 150 |
AWG* Size of Cord
18 16 12 10
*AWG=American Wire Gauge
5
