Diehard 200.713101 User Manual
OWNER'S MANUAL
DieHard
10/2/60 AMP
FULLY AUTOMATIC
BATTERY CHARGER
ENGINE STARTER
Model No.
200.713101
CAUTION:
Before first use of charger, read this manual, and
follow all its Safety and Operating Instructions with
every charger use.
Save these instructions.
Made in U.S.A. of U.S. and imported parts.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
597-198
WARRANTY ............................................................................................................... 2
SAFETY ..................................................................................................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 3
OPERATION .............................................................................................................. 5
Before Using Your Battery Charger .......................................................................... 5
Assembling your charger ..................................................................................... 5
Plugging itin ........................................................................................................ 5
Using an extension cord ...................................................................................... 5
Preparing Your Battery to be Charged ...................................................................... 6
Using Your Battery Charger ...................................................................................... 6
Setting the controls .............................................................................................. 6
Charging your battery ........................................................................................... 8
Inside vehicle ................................................................................................... 8
Outside vehicle ............................................................................................... 9
Using the Engine Start Feature .............................................................................. 10
Calculating Charge Time ......................................................................................... 11
MAINTENANCE AND CARE .................................................................................... 12
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................ 13
PARTS ..................................................................................................................... 14
Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................. 15
Please read this Owner's Manual before using your Battery Charger
The DieHard model 200.713101, Fully Automatic Battery Charger/Engine Starter,
offers a wide range offeatures for home or lightcommercial use. This manual will
show you how to use your charger safely aod effectively. Please read and follow
these instructions and precautions carefully.
FULL THREE YEAR WARRANTY
Within three years from the date of purchase, ifthis battery charger fails due to a defect
in materials or workmanship, RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE, and it will
be repaired or replaced free of charge.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
explosion, explosive gases, or injury
while using your battery charger, follow
the precautions listed below:
• Read all instructions and cautions
printed on the battery charger, battery,
and vehicle or equipment using battery.
• Use charger only on lead-acid type
rechargeable batteries, such as those
used in cars, trucks, tractors, airplanes,
vans, RV's, trolling motors, etc.
This charger is not intended to supply
power to a low voltage electrical system.
• Use only attachments recommended or
sold by manufacturer. The use of
attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may result in fire, electric
shock, or injury.
• Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a
qualified service professional if service
or repair is required. Incorrect assembly
may result in fire or electrical shock.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock,
unplug the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance orcleaning.
HELPUSHELPYOU
Remember:
• Place charger as far away from battery
being charged as the charger cables
will permit.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
• Never charge a frozen battery. If
battery fluid (electrolyte) becomes
frozen, bring battery into a warm area
to thaw before you begin charging.
• Never allow battery acid to drip on
charger when reading specific gravity
or filling battery.
• Never set a battery on top of the
charger.
• Never place charger directly above
battery being charged. The gases
from the battery will corrode and
damage the charger.
• Never use charger for charging dry-
cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances like radios,
stereos, remote controls, etc. These
batteries may burst and cause personal
injury.
• Always charge battery in a well ventilated
area.
• Battery chargers get hot during operation
and must have proper ventilation. Air
needs to flow around entire charger.
• Do not set charger on flammable
materials like carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard etc. Charger may
damage leather and melt plastic and
rubber.
• Never touch the battery clamps
together when the charger is on. You
will cause a spark.
• Never operate charger if it has received
a hard blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged. Take it to a qualified profes-
sional for inspection and repair.
• Be sure to position the charger power
cord to prevent it from being stepped
on, tripped over, or damaged.
• Never pull out the plug by the cord
when unplugging the charger. Pulling
on the cord may cause damage to the
cord or the plug.
• Do not operate the charger if it has a
damaged power cord or plug. Have
the cord replaced.
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Personal Safety Precautions
For your own personal safety, please follow the following precautions:
• Wear complete eye and clothing • Remove all personal metal items
protection when working with lead-
acid batteries.
• Be sure that someone is within
range of your voice to come to your
aid if needed while you work with or
are near a lead-acid battery.
• Have plenty of fresh water and soap
nearby for use in case battery acid
contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing.
If this happens, wash immediately
with soap and water. Then get
medical attention.
• Avoid touching youreyes while
working with a battery. Acid particles
(corrosion) may get into your eyes. If
this occurs, flush eyes immediately
with running cold water for at least 10
minutes. Then immediately get
medical attention.
from your body, such as rings, brace-
lets, necklaces, and watches while
working with a lead-acid battery. A
battery can produce a short circuit
current high enough to weld a ring (or
the like) to metal, causing a severe
burn.
• Take care not to drop any metal tool or
metal object onto the battery. This may
spark or short circuit the battery or
another electrical device that may cause
an explosion.
• Always operate your battery charger in
an open, well ventilated area.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame
in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
Batteries generate explosive gases.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly
with baking soda before attempting to
clean up.
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It is importantto understandyour charger's requirements.This sectionwill tell you
about your charger'selectricalrequirementsand how to preparea batteryfor
charging.
ASSEMBLINGYOURCHARGER
Included with your battery charger are two
cord wrap posts for storage of the clamp
cables.
To install, align the three tabs to corre-
spond with the three receptacles and
push until you hear a snap.
Wrap clamp cord after unplugging the
power cord and store your charger in a
dry location.
[_ (--Cord Wrap Cleat
PLUGGING IT IN
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard.
Be sure that the power cord fits properly
into the outlet. If not, have a qualified
technician install a proper outlet. Never
alter the AC cord or plug provided.
Improper connection can result in
electrical shock.
Your charger requires a 120V receptacle
installed according to all local codes and
ordinances.
USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If you must use an
extension cord, please make sure
that you follow these guidelines:
• Make sure that the pins on charger's
power cord fit firmly into the extension
cord, and that the extension cord fits
firmly into the receptacle.
• Check that the extension cord is
properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
Make sure that the wire size is large
enough for its length and for the AC
ampere rating as specified in the chart
below.
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Length of Cord, in Feet 25 50 100 150
AWG* Size of Cord 18 16 12 10
"AWG=AmericanWireGauge
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