DC Connection Precautions

•Connect DC output clips only after the AC cord is connected to the electrical outlet and the charger indicator lights turn on. The charger has an anti-sparking feature that only functions properly if the charger is on.

•Attach clips to battery posts and twist or rock back and forth several times to make a good connection. This tends to keep the clips from slipping off the terminals and helps to reduce risk of sparking.

•Disconnect DC output clips only after the AC cord is disconnected from the AC outlet.

Permanent Installation

Location

The Truecharge 10 should be installed in a location that meets the following requirements:

1)Dry—Do not allow water or other fluids to drip or splash onto the Truecharge 10. Do not mount the charger in an area subject to splashing bilge water.

2)Cool—Ambient air temperature should be between 32 °F (0 °C) and 104 °F (40 °C)—the cooler the better.

3)Ventilated—Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way. Allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of clearance around the Truecharge 10 for air flow. If mounting in a compartment, ventilate the compartment with louvers or cut-outs.

4)Safe—Do not install the Truecharge 10 in the same compartment as batteries or in any compartment capable of storing flammable liquids such as gasoline. Do not use the Truecharge 10 in an engine compart- ment or other location where ignition protected equipment is required.

5)Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.

6)Never place the charger on or directly above the battery being charged. Gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.

7)Never allow battery acid to drip on the charger when reading specific gravity or filling the battery.

8)Do not set a battery on top of the charger.

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