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12V 0.8A / 2A BATTER Y CHARGER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR

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WARNING

VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
EXPLOSIVE GASES DEVELOPE DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT EACH TIME BEFORE
USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

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

1.2 Do not expose charger to rain, snow, or liquids.

1.3 Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery
charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons.

1.4 To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from AC outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

1.5 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and
electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure that pins
on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as
those of plug on charger and that the extension cord is properly
wired and in good electrical condition and that the wire size is large
enough for A.C. ampere rating of charger as specified in the
following table:

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AWG SIZE FOR
EXTENSION CORDS FOR BATTER Y CHARGERS
Length of cord (feet): 25 50 100 150
AWG size of cord: 18 18 18 16

1.6 If charger is equipped with an input power cord, do not operate
charger with damaged cord or plug - replace the cord or plug
immediately.

1.7 Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified
serviceman.

1.8 Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service center
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result
in a risk of electric shock or fire.

2 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

2.1 Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to
come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery. Have
plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts
skin, clothing or eyes. Wear complete eye and clothing protection.
Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.

2.2 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with
soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flush eye with
running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.

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

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

2.5 When working with a lead-acid/Gel battery, remove personal metal
items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, etc. A
lead-acid/Gel battery can produce a short circuit current high
enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.

2.6 Use charger for charging a Lead-Acid/Gel Battery only. It is not
intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other
than in a starter-motor application. Do not use 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.

12V 0.8A/2A BATTERY CHARGER. KEEP IT WITH OR NEAR CHARGER AT ALL TIMES.

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RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. WORKING IN

2.7 NEVER charge a frozen battery.

2.8 The charger design is for charging 45 AHr . Lead Acid/Gel batteries
maximum.

3 PREPARING TO CHARGE

3.1 If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always
remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all
accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc. Be
sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being
charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of
cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan.

3.2 Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming
into contact with eyes. Add distilled water in each cell until battery
acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. This helps
purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery
without caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging
instructions.

3.3 Study all battery manufacturers’ specific precautions such as
removing or not removing cell caps while charging and
recommended rates of charge.

3.4 Determine voltage of battery by contacting battery manufacturer
and make sure it matches output rating of battery charger.

4 CHARGER LOCATION

4.1 Locate charger as far away from battery as dc cables permit.

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

4.3 Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading gravity or
filling battery.

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

4.5 Do not set a battery on top of charger.

5 DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

5.1 Connect and disconnect DC output terminals only after removing
charger from AC outlet.

5.2 Never allow DC output terminals to touch each other.

5.3 If problems arise connecting the output leads, solicit the aid of your
Dealer from whom you purchased this product or the charger
manufacturer for finding a suitable connection device for your
application.

6 FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN

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

6.1 Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door
or moving engine part.

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

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

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

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

6.6 For positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip
from charger to NEGA TIVE (NEG., N, -) ungrounded post of battery .
Connect POSITIVE (RED) clip to vehicle chassis or engine block

away from battery keeping the battery terminal well removed there
from.

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

6.8 When disconnecting charger, turn switches (if supplied) to off,
disconnect charger from AC power, remove clip from vehicle
chassis, and then remove clip from battery terminal. See operating
instructions for length of charge information.

7 FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE

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

7.1 Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS., P, +) battery
post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG., N, -)
post. Some batteries are equipped with 'Wing-Nut' terminals
allowing for easy placement of the terminals to these posts.

7.2 Attach at least a 24-inch long 18-gauge (AWG) insulated battery
cable to NEGATIVE (NEG., N, -) battery post.

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

7.4 Position yourself and free end of cable as far away from battery as
possible - then connect NEGATI VE (BLACK) terminal to free end of
cable.

7.5 Do not face battery when making final connection.

7.6 When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of
connecting procedure and break first connection while as far away
from battery as practical

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

8 Instructions for grounded cord-connected battery

chargers:

8.1 For all grounded cord-connected battery chargers:

GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTION
INSTRUCTIONS- Charger should be grounded to reduce risk of

electric shock. Charger is equipped with an electric cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER – Never alter AC cord and plug provided- if it will not fit
outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock.

8.2 For grounded, cord-connected battery chargers with an input rating
less than 15 amperes and intended for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit.

This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has
a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A in
Figure 1. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter
illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to
a two-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a qualified electrician can install a properly grounded outlet.

Fig. 1

DANGER - Before using adapter as illustrated, be certain that

center screw of outlet plate is grounded. The green-colored rigid ear
or lug extending from adapter must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet-make certain it is grounded. If necessary, replace
original outlet cover plate screw with a longer screw that will secure
adapter ear or lug to outlet cover plate and make ground connection
to grounded outlet.

9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Once the connection instructions have been followed, the Red
'POWER' Light Emitting Diode (L.E.D.) lights when A.C. Power is
present. The Yellow 'CHARGING' L.E.D. then flashes to indicate
'Battery connected' and battery voltage greater than the 'Charging
Starting Voltage'. The 'Charging Mode' begins when the Yellow
'CHARGING' L.E.D. is on continuously and charges the battery to
approximately (14.5Vdc Lead-acid battery Mode) or (14.1Vdc GEL
battery Mode) and the charging current reaches approximately
300mA. Then the charger will transit to 'Float Mode' where the
Green 'CHARGED/MAINTAINING' L.E.D. illuminates. If the battery
voltage reaches approximately (14.5Vdc Lead-acid battery Mode)
or (14.1Vdc GEL battery Mode) but the charging current does not
reach approximately 300mA in 120 minutes, the charger will be
forced to 'Float Mode'. The regulating voltage is then reduced to a
lower level. The Float Mode allows the charger to effectively be left
connected to your batteries, over the course of a season, without
overcharging your batteries, and maintains your battery's full
charge. A regular, periodic check on your charging system, if left
unattended and powered, is still recommended (just as you would
with any electrical appliance).

Remark:

1. LEAD ACID/ GEL battery selectable switch

The LEAD ACID battery mode or GEL battery mode are
selected by a slide switch. When you slide the switch to left-hand
side, GEL battery is selected. When you slide the switch to right
hand side, LEAD ACID battery is selected. The battery mode
should be properly selected, otherwise the battery cannot be fully
charged.

2. The charging current selectable switch

The charging current can be changed to 800mA or 2A by a
switch. For 800mA current mode, the charger is recommended f or
charging maximum 20 AHr. LEAD ACID/GEL battery. For 2A
current mode, the charger is recommended for charging maximum
45 AHr. LEAD ACID/GEL battery.

10 REVERSE BATTERY /SHORT CIRCUIT/ OVERLOAD

PROTECTION.

The charger has reverse polarity of the battery and short circuit
protection. If a reverse battery or charger output lead short
condition exists (the Red 'POWER' L.E.D. flashes, while output
leads are connected backwards), simply unplug charger from AC
power and properly remake the connections as described in this
manual. The charger employs the use of thermal fuse at the
primary of the transformer that will permanently open during a
overheat condition. Besides, the charger employs a ceramic or
glass tube fuse at output section that will permanently open during
overload condition.

11 MAINTENANCE

Store in a clean, dry place. Occasionally, clean the case and cords
with a dry cloth.