Schumacher XC6, XC10, XCS15, XC12 User Manual

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Schumacher XC6, XC10, XCS15, XC12 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Manual del usuario

Models / Modelos: XC6, XC10, XC12 & XCS15

Automatic Battery Charger / Cargador de batería automático

XC6

XC10

XC12

XCS15

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE!

Call Customer Service for Assistance: 800-621-5485

¡NO LO DEVUELVA este producto A LA TIENDA!

Llame a Servicios al Cliente para Asistencia: 800-621-5485

READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

ADVERTENCIA LEA EL MANUAL COMPLETO ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO. CUALQUIER FALLA PODRÍA RESULTAR EN SERIAS LESIONES O PODRÍA SER MORTAL.

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IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual will show you how to use your charger safely and effectively. Please read, understand and follow these instructions and precautions carefully, as this manual contains important safety and operating

instructions. The safety messages used throughout this manual contain a signal word, a message and an icon.

The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to the equipment or vehicle or property damage.

Pursuant to California Proposition 65, this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

1.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

1.1Keep out of reach of children.

1.2Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Schumacher® Electric Corporation may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons or damage to property.

1.3To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.

1.4An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure:

That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of the plug on the charger.

That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.

That the wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger as specified in section 8.

1.5To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.

1.6Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; have the cord or plug replaced immediately by a qualified service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

1.7Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

1.8Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified service person when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire or electric shock. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

1.9 WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.

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1.10To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.

1.11This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit breakers, that tend to produce arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this charger 18 inches or more above floor level.

2.PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

2.1NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.

2.2Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.

2.3Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.

2.4Use this charger for charging LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use this battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

2.5NEVER charge a frozen battery.

2.6NEVER overcharge a battery.

2.7Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.

2.8Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your skin, clothing or eyes.

2.9Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.

2.10If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.

2.11If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.

3.PREPARING TO CHARGE

RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS

A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.

3.1If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories in the vehicle are off to prevent arcing.

3.2Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated

while the battery is being charged.

3.3Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and help eliminate airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.

3.4Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve regulated lead acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.

3.5Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle and any equipment used near the battery and charger. Study all of the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.

3.6Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual.These chargers are equipped with autovoltage detection of 6 or 12 volts only.

3.7Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.

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4.CHARGER LOCATION

RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT WITH

BATTERY ACID.

4.1Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.

4.2Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.

4.3Do not set the battery on top of the charger.

4.4Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the electrolyte specific gravity or filling the battery.

4.5Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in any way.

5.DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

5.1Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting all of the charger switches to the “off” position (if applicable) and removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet.

Never allow the clips to touch each other.

5.2Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in sections 6 and 7.

6.FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE

A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A

BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

6.1 Position the AC and DC cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door and moving or hot engine parts. NOTE: If it is necessary to close the

hood during the charging process, ensure that the hood does not touch the metal part of the battery clips or cut the insulation of the cables.

6.2Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can cause injury.

6.3Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter then the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.

6.4Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see step 6.5. If the positive post is grounded to the chassis, see step 6.6.

6.5For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the battery charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery.

Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

6.6For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

6.7Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.

6.8When disconnecting the charger, turn all switches to off, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from the battery terminal.

6.9See CALCULATING CHARGE TIME for length of charge information.

7.FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE

A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

7.1 Check the polarity of the battery posts. The

POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.

7.2Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.

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7.3Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.

7.4Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously attached to the NEGATIVE

(NEG, N, -) battery post as far away from the battery as possible – then connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to the free end of the cable.

7.5Do not face the battery when making the final connection.

7.6Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.

7.7When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse order of the connecting procedure and break the first connection while as far away from the battery as practical.

7.8A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it onboard requires equipment specially designed for marine use.

8.Grounding and AC power cord connections

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

8.1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

The plug pins must fit the receptacle (outlet).

8.2 Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet, have a proper grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock or electrocution.

NOTE: Pursuant to Canadian Regulations, use of an adapter plug is not allowed in Canada. Use of an adapter plug in the United States is not recommended and should not be used.

8.3Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:

AC input rating,

 

AWG size of cord

 

amperes*

 

Length of cord, feet (m)

 

At

But less

25

50

100

150

least

than

(7.6)

(15.2)

(30.5)

(45.6)

0

2

18

18

18

16

2

3

18

18

16

14

3

4

18

18

16

14

*If the input rating of a charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the voltage rating - for example:

1200 watts/120 volts = 10 amperes

9.Assembly Instructions

Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery charger.

10.Control panel

NOTE: Not all controls are available on all models.

LED Indicators

A.C. POWER (red) LED lit: Indicates that there is AC power supplied to the battery charger.

CONNECTED

(red) LED lit: Indicates that the charger is properly connected to

the battery.

 

CHARGING

(yellow) LED lit: Indicates the charger has detected a battery and is

charging it.

 

CHARGING (yellow) LED flashing: Indicates the charger is in abort mode.

CHARGED (green) LED lit: Indicates the battery is fully charged and the charger is in maintain mode.

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

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Digital Display (models XC12 and XCS15)

The display will show the battery VOLTAGE when the charger is not charging a battery.

When it goes into charging mode, the display will automatically change to ON (to show charging has started) and then show the percent-of-charge of the battery being charged and either 6 or 12 (the voltage the charger determined the battery is). If you manually stop the charging process (by pressing the CHARGE RATE button) before the battery is fully charged the display will show OFF.

Battery % – The Digital Display shows an estimated charge percent of the battery connected to the charger battery clips.

Voltage – The Digital Display shows the voltage at the charger battery clips in DC volts, or the voltage the charger determines the battery is depending on what mode the charger is in.

Charge Rate Button

Use this button to set the maximum charge rate. Press the button until the desired charge rate is selected.

Maintain - Used to keep stored, lead-acid batteries charged. Charges and maintains small batteries. Maintains large batteries.

Slow Charge Rate – Intended for charging small batteries such as those commonly used in garden tractors, snowmobiles and motorcycles. Also used to completely charge deep cycle batteries.

Fast Charge Rate - Use for charging automotive, marine and light truck batteries. NOTE: See the CALCULATING CHARGE TIME section for the actual amp ratings.

NOTE: Once the charger has started charging the battery; if you press the Charge Rate button once, the output current is shut off. If you press the Charge Rate button again, the current will go back on at the same setting it was when it was turned off. For example: The charger is charging a battery at the fast charge rate setting. If you press the Charge Rate button, the output is turned off. If you press the Charge Rate button again, the output will turn back on at the fast charge rate setting.

Battery Type Button (models XC10, XC12 and XCS15)

Use this button to set the type of battery to be charged.

Regular – Set the button to .

AGM – Set the button to .

GEL – Set the button to .

11.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 precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.

3.Connect the AC power following the precautions listed in section 8.

4.Select the appropriate settings for your battery.

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. Meaning, the clips will not spark if touched together.

Battery Connection Indicator

If the charger does not detect a properly connected battery, the CONNECTED LED will not light. Charging will not begin if the CONNECTED LED is not on.

Automatic Charging Mode

When a charge rate is selected, the charger is set to perform an automatic charge. When an automatic charge is performed, the charger switches to the maintain mode

(see below) automatically after the battery is charged.

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Aborted Charge

Models XC6 and XC10: If charging cannot be completed normally, charging will abort.

When charging aborts, the charger’s output is shut off and the CHARGING LED will

flash. In that state, the charger ignores all buttons. To reset after an aborted charge, unplug the charger from the AC outlet, wait a few moments and plug it back in.

Aborted Charge

Models XC12 and XCS15: If charging cannot be completed normally, charging will abort. When charging aborts, the charger’s output is shut off and the digital display will show an error code (see the Troubleshooting section for a description of the error codes). In that state, the charger ignores all buttons. To reset after an aborted charge, unplug the charger from the AC outlet, wait a few moments and plug it back in.

Desulfation Mode

Desulfation could take up to 8 hours. If desulfation fails, charging will abort. See Aborted Charge section.

Completion Of Charge

Charge completion is indicated by the CHARGED LED . When lit, the charger has stopped charging and switched to the Maintain Mode of operation.

Maintain Mode (Float-Mode Monitoring)

When the CHARGED LED is lit, the charger has started Maintain Mode. In this mode, the charger keeps the battery fully charged by delivering a small current when necessary. The voltage is maintained at a level determined by the battery type selected.

NOTE: If the charger has to provide its maximum maintain current for a continuous

12 hour period it will go into Abort Mode (see Aborted Charge section). This is usually caused by a drain on the battery or the battery could be bad. Make sure there are

no loads on the battery. If there are remove them. If there are none, have the battery checked or replaced.

Maintaining a Battery (2A Charge Rate)

The Schumacher XC line are battery chargers with a maintenance setting that maintains both 6 and 12 volt batteries, keeping them at full charge. On this setting, it can charge small batteries and maintain both small and large batteries. If you are maintaining a fully charged large battery, you will properly utilize the maintenance setting. However,

if you use the maintenance setting to charge a large battery, such as a marine deep cycle battery, that was not fully charged, you may lose some of the battery’s capacity.

This would cause the large battery to be unable to hold a charge and become useless. Therefore, we do not recommend charging a large battery on the maintenance setting.

NOTE: The maintain mode technology utilized in Schumacher’s chargers allows you to safely charge and maintain a healthy battery for extended periods of time. However, problems with the battery, electrical problems in the vehicle, improper connections

or other unanticipated conditions could cause excessive current draws. As such, occasionally monitoring your battery and the charging process is recommended.

Using the Battery Voltage Tester (Models XC12 and XCS15 only)

1.With the charger unplugged from the AC outlet, connect the charger to the battery following the instructions given in sections 6 and 7.

2.Plug the charger AC power cord into the AC outlet, following the instructions given in section 8.

3.If necessary, press the BATTERY TYPE button until the correct type is indicated.

4.Read the voltage on the digital display. Keep in mind that this reading is only a battery voltage reading; a false surface charge may mislead you. Compare the reading to the chart below.

6 Volt Battery

12 Volt Battery

Battery Condition

Voltage Reading

Voltage Reading

 

6.4 or More

12.8 or More

Charged

6.1 to 6.3

12.2 to 12.7

Needs Charging

Less than 6.1

Less than 12.2

Discharged

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Power-Up Idle Time Limit: If no button is pressed within 10 minutes after the battery charger is first powered up, the charger will automatically switch from tester to charger if a battery is connected. In that case, the charger will be set to charge at the maintain mode and gel cell battery type.

Testing After Charging: After the unit has been changed from tester to charger (by selecting a charge rate), it remains a charger. To change the battery charger back to a tester, press the CHARGE RATE button until all charge rate LEDs are off.

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.

NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.

Model XC6

BATTERY SIZE/RATING

CHARGE RATE/CHARGING TIME

2 AMP

4 AMP

6 AMP

 

 

 

SMALL

Motorcycle,

6 – 12 Ah

2 - 3 ¾ hrs

1 - 2 hrs

45 min - 1 ¼ hrs

Garden

 

 

 

 

BATTERIES

12 – 32 Ah

3 ¾ - 10 hrs

2 - 5 hrs

1 ¼ - 3½ hrs

Tractor, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

200-315 CCA

40 – 60 RC

NR

5 ¾ - 7 ¼ hrs

3 ¾ - 4 ¾ hrs

CARS/

315-550 CCA

60 – 85 RC

NR

7 ¼ - 9 ¼ hrs

4 ¾ - 6 hrs

TRUCKS

 

 

 

 

 

550-1000 CCA

85 – 190 RC

NR

9 ¼ - 17 ½ hrs

6 - 11 ½ hrs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

80 RC

NR

8 ¾ hrs

6 hrs

MARINE/ DEEP-CYCLE

140 RC

NR

NR

9 hrs

 

 

 

 

160 RC

NR

NR

10 hrs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

180 RC

NR

NR

11 hrs

 

 

 

 

 

 

Model XC10

BATTERY SIZE/RATING

CHARGE RATE/CHARGING TIME

2 AMP

6 AMP

10 AMP

 

 

 

SMALL

Motorcycle,

6 – 12 Ah

2 - 3 ¾ hrs

45 min - 1 ¼ hrs

NR

Garden

 

 

 

 

BATTERIES

12 – 32 Ah

3 ¾ - 10 hrs

1 ¼ - 3½ hrs

NR

Tractor, etc.

 

 

200-315 CCA

40 – 60 RC

NR

3 ¾ - 4 ¾ hrs

2 ¼ - 3 hrs

CARS/

315-550 CCA

60 – 85 RC

NR

4 ¾ - 6 hrs

3 - 3 ¾ hrs

TRUCKS

 

 

 

 

 

550-1000 CCA

85 – 190 RC

NR

6 - 11 ½ hrs

3 ¾ – 7 hrs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

80 RC

NR

6 hrs

3 ½ hrs

MARINE/ DEEP-CYCLE

140 RC

NR

9 hrs

5 ½ hrs

 

 

 

 

160 RC

NR

10 hrs

6 hrs

 

 

 

 

180 RC

NR

11 hrs

6 ½ hrs

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