Battery Tender PN 022-0170-1 User Instructions
Deltona Transformer Corporation
High Frequency SMT Golf Car Chargers
Battery Tender Battery Charger® Models:
12 Volt 20 Amp, 24 Volt 20 Amp, 36 Volt 15 Amp, 48 Volt 10 Amp
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important
safety and operating instructions for the Battery Tender Battery
Charger® High Frequency SMT Golf Car Chargers. CAREFULLY
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THESE BATTERY
CHARGERS.
WARNING AND CAUTION LABEL DEFINITIONS:
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that if not avoided, may result in property damage.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
components, chemicals known to the State of California to cau se cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Always wash your hands
after handling these devices.
WARNING
Do not operate the battery charger with damaged AC power cords or
plugs or DC output cords or accessories – Replace damaged AC & DC
cords or accessories before using the charger. Replacement items can
be purchased from authorized Deltran charger product dealers.
CAUTION
WORKING WITH LEAD ACID BATTERIES AND BATTERY CHARGERS:
All lead acid batteries have the potential to emit gasses that may combine into
a combustible or explosive mixture. In many cases, it is possible that lead acid
batteries will emit these gasses during normal discharge and charging
operations. Because of this potential danger, it is important that you follow the
precautions recommended by both the battery and battery charger
manufacturers before using either one.
USING MANUALS: Study all of the battery manufacturer's precautions and
specific recommendations for safe operation such as not removing cell caps
while charging and the recommended rates of charge (charger output current).
CAUTION
CHARGER VOLTAGE COMPATIBILITY: NEVER use a battery charger
unless the battery voltage matches the output voltage rating of the charger.
For example, do not use a 12-volt charger with a 6-volt battery and vice-versa.
CHARGER LOCATION: LOCATE the charger as far away from the battery as
is allowed by the length of the output cable harness. NEVER set the charger
above the battery. NEVER set the charger on a surface constructed from
combustible material. NEVER place the battery, the charger, or any of the
electrical connections between them in an area that is likely to become wet.
EXCESSIVE MOISTURE: Do not expose the battery charger or any of its
electrical connections (either AC or DC) to rain, snow, or extremely high,
condensing humidity.
CHARGER ATTACHMENTS: Do not use attachments that are not
recommended or sold by the charger manufacturer. To do otherwise may
result in the risk of electric shock, fire, or possibly some other unforeseen
potential personal injury situations.
HANDLING POWER CORDS: When handling electric power cords, always
pull by the plug rather than by the cord. This will reduce the risk of damage to
both the plug and cord, and it will minimize the likelihood of electric shock
resulting from that damage.
LOCATION OF POWER CORDS: Make sure all electric power cords are
located so that they cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
MONITORING SEALED & NON-SEALED BATTERIES: When leaving a
battery charger connected to either a sealed (AGM or GEL) or non-sealed
(flooded battery) for extended periods of time (weeks, months, etc.),
periodically check the battery to see if it is unusually warm. This is an
indication that the battery may have a weak cell and that it could go into a
thermal runaway condition. If the battery releases an excessive amount of gas
or if the battery gets hotter than 130°F (55°C) during charging, disconnect the
charger and allow the battery to cool. Overheating may result in plate
distortion, internal shorting, drying out or other damage. For flooded batteries,
also check individual cell fluid levels against manufacturer's recommendations
for safe operation.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SPARK & OPEN FLAME: NEVER smoke or allow a source of
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electric spark or open flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine. (For
example: Don't charge the battery next to a gas water heater.)
VENTILATION: Do not operate the charger where ventilation is restricted.
The intent here is to allow sufficient airflow to minimize and dissipate the heat
generated by the charger and to diffuse the gasses that may be emitted by the
battery.
CHARGER MAINTENANCE: NEVER disassemble the charger or attempt to
do internal repairs. Take it to a qualified service technician. Assembling the
charger incorrectly may result in the risk of electric shock or create a fire
hazard.
WARNING
EXTENSION CORDS: An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Using improper extension cord could result in a risk of
fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure that:
¾ The pins on the extension cord plug have the same number, size, and
shape as those of the AC power cord plug on the charger;
¾ The extension cord is properly wired and is in good electrical condition; &
¾ The wire size is as specified in Table 1 below.
TABLE 1: EXTENSION CORD
LENGTH & MINIMUM SAFE CONDUCTOR SIZE
Note: The smaller the AWG number, the larger the conductor diameter.
Length of Cord (feet) 6 to 99 100 to 150
Length of Cord (meters) 2 to 30 30 to 46
Size of Conductor (AWG) 12 10
Conductor Diameter (in / mm) 0.093 / 2.36 0.117 / 2.97
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
WHEN YOU WORK NEAR LEAD-ACID BATTERIES:
1. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to
your aid if you have an accident;
2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts
skin, clothing, or eyes;
3. Wear complete eye protection and protective clothing. Avoid touching your
eyes while working near a battery. If battery acid contacts your skin or
clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters an eye,
immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes
and get medical attention as soon as possible;
4. Be extra cautious when handling metal tools around a battery. If you drop
a metal tool near a battery it might spark or create a short circuit between
the battery terminals and some other metal part. Either event may cause
a dangerous electrical shock hazard, a fire, or even an explosion;
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5. Remove all 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-circuited current high enough to weld a metal ring or other
piece of jewelry, causing a severe burn;
6. Use
Battery Tender Battery Charger® High Frequency SMT
Golf Car Chargers
intended to supply power to an extra low-voltage electrical system or to
charge dry-cell batteries. Charging dry-cell batteries may cause them to
burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property;
for charging lead-acid batteries only. They are not
INFORMATION NOTE ABOUT DRY-CELL BATTERIES:
There are some wet, non-spillable, lead acid batteries on the market whose
manufacturers' make the claim that they are dry-cell batteries. These batterie s
are sealed, gas-recombinant, starved electrolyte, possibly with AGM
(Absorbed Glass Mat) type construction. It is perfectly safe to use
Battery
Tender Battery Charger® High Frequency SMT Golf Car C hargers
charge these types of batteries. The dry-cell battery warning is intended for
to
non-rechargeable, alkaline and other similar types of batteries. If you have any
doubt about the type of battery that you have, please contact the battery
manufacturer before attempting to charge the battery.
7. NEVER charge a visibly damaged or frozen battery.
PREPARING TO CHARGE: First, follow all General &
Personal Precautions as previously explained, and then
continue.
WARNING
IF THE BATTERY MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE:
1. To avoid an electric arc (or spark), turn off or disconnect all of the
accessories in the vehicle. Then always remove the cable that is
connected to grounded terminal from battery first;
2. If necessary, clean the battery terminals. Be careful to keep the corrosion
and other debris from coming in contact with your eyes;
3. If the battery is not a sealed battery, then if necessary, add distilled water
to each cell until the battery acid solution reaches the level specified by
battery manufacturer. Do not overfill;
4. Check the polarity of the battery posts.
5. Connect the AC power plug to the 120 VAC electrical service outlet. Then
follow the normal start up procedures for the
Charger® High Frequency SMT Golf Car Charger.
WARNING
IF THE BATTERY REMAINS INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE:
1. Place both the AC and DC power cords in the best position to avoid
accidental damage by movable vehicle parts, i.e. hoods, doors, or moving
engine parts (fan blades, belts, or pulleys).
2. Check the polarity of the battery posts. If the positive (pos, p, +) post is
connected to the vehicle chassis, then the vehicle has a positive ground
system. If the negative (neg, n, -) post is connected to the vehicle chassis,
then the vehicle has a negative ground system. Negative ground systems
are the most common.
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