12V BATTERY
12V BATTERY
BOOSTER / CHARGER
BOOSTER / CHARGER
MODEL Nos. BC130
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
0705
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Battery Charger.
These units are designed for charging 12 Volt, lead acid batteries and for providing
a boost start in the event of a flat battery
Before attempting to operate the charger, please read this instruction manual
thoroughly, and follow all directions carefully. By doing so you will ensure the safety
of yourself, and others around you, and at the same time, you should look forward
to the unit giving long and trouble free service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faults in manufacture for 12 months from date
of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product has been found to have been abused in
any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended, or to have been
tampered with in any way. The reason for return must be clearly stated.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
CONTENTS PAGE
Parts and Service Contacts ............................................................2 & 11
Safety Precautions...........................................................................4
Electrical Connections ....................................................................5
Parts Identification ...............................................................6
Procedure For Normal Charging ................................................... 6
Procedure For Boost Starting ..........................................................7
Parts Lists & Diagrams ......................................................................8 & 9
Wiring Diagrams ............................................................................... 9
Specifications ................................................................................... 11
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IMPORTANT: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS UNIT
WARNING
1.
charging or use of start facility. Check your vehicle handbook before using
your Start ’N’ Charge. If in doubt consult the vehicle manufacturer.
Nevertheless, you should not operate this equipment unless you are fully
conversant with vehicle electrical systems, and battery charging techniques.
2.
WARNING
process of battery charging, please remember to switch OFF the charger
first, and so avoid sparking which will occur when CONNECTING OR
DISCONNECTING LIVE LEADS.
3. Black negative (-ve) lead must always be clipped to the negative, and Red
positive (+ve) lead must always be clipped to the positive.
When charging with battery installed in vehicle, or boosting, FIRST connect the
appropriate lead to the UNEARTHED battery terminal (on most modern cars this
is the positive (+ve) terminal), then connect the other lead to the chassis (or a
suitable engine bolt) away from the battery and fuel line. It is advisable to
disconnect the unearthed terminal from the battery, when charging in situ.
When disconnecting, remove the chassis lead FIRST, then the battery lead.
4. To prevent battery overheating and consequent damage, use the BOOST
facility sparingly and do not exceed our recommendations.
5. Battery acid is highly corrosive. If spillage occurs, wipe off immediately and
wash copiously with water. Particularly avoid contact with the eyes, but if this
occurs, you must seek medical advice.
6. When charging is completed, ensure that the vehicle battery leads are
secured to the proper terminals which should be clean and lightly smeared
with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Finally, re-check the electrolyte level.
7. Do not expose this unit to rain.
8. Never touch together the negative and positive leads on this unit whilst the
unit is switched on.
9. Never attempt any electrical or mechanical repair. If you have a problem
with your machine contact your local stockist for service information.
10.
WARNING
extra care when charging. Please consult battery manufacturers instructions
before using this unit.
11.
WARNING
ONLY USE THIS UNIT IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
12. Before charging ensure the battery terminals are clean and that the cells are filled
with electrolyte to the correct level by adding distilled water where necessary.
: Some electronic equipment can be damaged by boost
: Because highly inflammable hydrogen gas is released in the
: Certain types of sealed or maintenance-free batteries need
: Since toxic fumes may be released during battery charging,
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. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Connect the mains lead to a 230 volt (50Hz) domestic electrical supply via a standard 13
amp BS 1363 plug fitted with a 13 amp fuse, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green & Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
As the colours of the flexible cord of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
• Connect GREEN & YELLOW coloured cord to plug terminal marked with a letter ‘E’ or
Earth symbol “ ”, or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.
• Connect BROWN coloured cord to plug terminal marked ‘L’ or coloured RED.
• Connect BLUE coloured cord to plug terminal marked ‘N’ or coloured BLACK.
We strongly recommend that this unit is connected to the mains supply via a Residual
Current Device (RCD).
If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable (i.e.
IMPORTANT!
non-rewireable) please note:
1. The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable. There is a danger
of electric shock if it is subsequently inserted into a socket outlet.
2. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
3. Should you wish to replace a detachable fuse carrier, ensure that the correct
replacement is used (as indicated by marking or colour code).
4. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local dealer or most
electrical stockists.
Fuse Rating
The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating (13 amps) and this
replacement must be ASTA approved to BS1362.
Extension Cable
If an extension cable is fitted, ensure the minimum cross section of the conductor is 1.5mm
for up to 15 metres in length, and 2.5mm2 for up to 25 metres.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
FIG. 1
PROCEDURE FOR NORMAL CHARGING
1) Before charging, if the battery is non-sealed, ensure that the battery cells are filled with
electrolyte to the correct level by adding distilled water where necessary.
2) We recommend that the non-earthed lead on the battery is disconnected prior to
charging. It is possible that damage may occur to any electronically controlled system
fitted to the vehicle such as engine management, anti-theft alarm, alternator etc.
3) Check that the ON/OFF switch on the unit is in the OFF (O) position.
4) Connect the appropriate lead to the unearthed battery terminal (on most modern
cars this is positive (+ve) terminal), then connect the other lead to the chassis (or a
suitable engine bolt) away from the battery and fuel line.
5) Remove the battery filler caps (where possible) during charging in order to prevent
the build up of dangerous gases within the battery.
6) Set the CHARGE/BOOST START switch to the ‘CHARGE’ position.
7) Set the MIN/MAX (minimum charge/maximum charge) switch to the MIN position.
This is suitable for charging most normal car batteries (having a rating of approximately
40 AH).
8) Switch the ON/OFF switch to ON (I), and charging will commence.
9) Keep the battery on charge until the Ammeter gauge reads zero (or 0-2 amps) or has
stopped moving down. Then switch OFF at the machine.
10) When disconnecting the charger, disconnect 1. supply, 2. chassis conductor and
3. battery conductor, IN THAT ORDER.
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Important:
If the fixed positive lead and the fixed negative lead are connected to the wrong
terminals, then a flash will occur when the 2nd clamp is attached. Damage to the
charging unit and the battery will be avoided as your start ‘n charge is fitted with a
polarity protection device. It will however be necessary to replace the fuse. Remove
the black plastic cover on the front panel (see Fig.1) and replace the burnt fuse with
an exact replacement. (See parts list)
Notes on charging procedure.
* A complete charge is best done slowly in order to protect your battery, so we
recommend the MIN setting as described above. A complete charge may take up
to 10 hours.
** If a low amperage reading (2 amps or less) is seen on the gauge at either the MIN or
MAX setting, this may indicate that the battery is either (a) already fully charged or
(b) at the end of its useful life and in need of replacement. Do not charge the battery
for longer than is necessary.
WARNING: Do not attempt to re-charge non-rechargeable batteries.
PROCEDURE FOR ENGINE STARTING
Note: We recommend that before attempting to boost start, you charge the battery for 1015 minutes. This will improve the chance of a first time start, particularly with bigger engines.
When the battery is completely flat, you must charge the battery for 10-15 minutes before
attempting to start, otherwise you may cause damage to the vehicle electronic systems.
a) Check that the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position.
b) Connect the cables as for normal charging.
c) Check that the CHARGE/BOOST START switch is in the BOOST START position.
d) Switch the ON/OFF, switch to the ON (I) position.
e) Turn the key in the vehicles ignition to ‘start’, and get an assistant to switch the
CHARGE/ BOOST START switch to CHARGE position IMMEDIATELY the engine starts, or
after a maximum of 3 seconds if the engine fails to start. Failure to do this may cause
damage to some electronic equipment. Wait for at least 30 secs before trying again.
IMPORTANT: You must return the CHARGE/BOOST START switch to CHARGE position
after a maximum of 3 seconds on boost start. Wait 30 seconds before repeating. Failure
to do this may damage the battery and the Start ‘N’ Charge unit and may invalidate
your guarantee.
NOTE: If the Start and Charge unit is overloaded at any time, a thermal cut out will
automatically come into operation, rendering it inoperative. It will take approximately 1520 minutes to cool down sufficiently for it to be used again (depending upon ambient
conditions)
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PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM
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PARTS LIST
No. Description Qty Part No.
1 Double Switch 16A 250V 1 EM22200040
2 On/Off Switch 16A-250V 1 EM22200002
3 Fuse 80A 1 EM22220044
4 Ammeter 20A 1 EM22600026
5 Fuse Holder Box Size 23x60 1 EM21690333
6 Box Cover 1 EM21690334
7 Bent Handle 1 EM21600036
8 Panel 1 EM33705290
9 Input Cable W/UK Plug + Fuse 13A 1 EM20220067
10 Cable Clamp 2 EM21605032
11 Black Charge Cable 4mm 1 EM43200055
12 Red Charge Cable 1 EM43200056
13 Clamp 60A 2 EM22110003
14 Rectifier 4 Diodes 1 EM22400042
15 Transformer 230v 40x40 1 EM44105060
16 Panel 1 EM33700243
WIRING DIAGRAM
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SPECIFICATIONS
MAX CHARGE ........................................................................ 15 Amps
MAX BOOST ........................................................................... 120 Amps
BOOST START DUTY CYCLE ....................................................... Max 3 secs ON
30 secs OFF
THERMAL OVERLOAD ............................................................ YES
PROTECTION
DIMENSIONS .......................................................................... 280x175x280
(LxWxH) mm.
WEIGHT kg.............................................................................. 7kg
PART NO. ................................................................................ 6210130
This battery charger is designed to charge 12V lead-acid automotive batteries. Do not attempt
to recharge any other type of battery. Do not use the battery charger as a power source.
WHEN DISPOSING WITH THIS PRODUCT, ENSURE IT IS DISPOSED OF
ACCORDING TO LOCAL ORDINANCES
PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS
For Spare Parts and Service, please contact your nearest dealer,
or CLARKE International on one of the following numbers.
PARTS & SERVICE TEL: 020 8988 7400
PARTS & SERVICE FAX: 020 8558 3622
or e-mail as follows:
PARTS: Parts@clarkeinternational.com
SERVICE: Service@clarkeinternational.com
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