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SEA/RS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Model No.
200.71460
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CAUTION:
Read and Follow All Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions
Before Every Use of this Product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
60/20/2 AMP
MANUAL BATTERY
CHARGER
250/125 AMP
ENGINE STARTER with
BATTERY TESTER
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Table Of Contents
Warranty .................................................................. 1
Important Safety Instructions .................................. 2
Parts ......................................................................... 3
Before Using Your Battery Charger ........................ 4
Assembling your charger ..................................... 4
Plugging it in......................................................... 5
Using an extension cord ....................................... 6
Preparing your battery to be charged .................. 6
Please read this Owner's Manual before using your Battery Charger I
The Sears model 200.71460, Manual Battery Charger/Tester/Engine Starter, offers a wide range of features to
accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will show you how to use your
charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
Using Your Battery Charger .................................... 7
Setting the controls .............................................. 7
Charging your battery ........................................... 9
Calculating charge time ...................................... 11
Using the engine start feature ............................ 12
Maintenance and care ........................................ 13
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 14
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Warranty
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
If, within FIVE years from the date of purchase, this battery charger fails due to a defect in materials or work-
manship, simply RETURN ITTO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears will
repair or replace it, free of charge.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Important Safety Instructions
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
• 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, trac-
tors, airplanes, vans, RV's, trolling motors, etc.
This charger is not intended to supply power to
a low voltage electrical system other than in an
automotive application.
• Use only attachments recommended or sold by
manufacturer. The use of attachments not recom-
mended by the manufacturer may result in fire,
electric shock, or injury.
Help us help you
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. Ifbattery fluid (electro-
lyte) 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. These
batteries may burst and cause personal 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 or cleaning.
• Always charge battery in a well ventilated area.
• Never touch the battery clamps together when the
charger is energized.
• Never operate charger if it has received a hard blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged. Take it to a
qualified professional 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 unplug-
ging 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.
Personal Safety Precautions
For your own personal safety, please follow the follow-
ing precautions:
• Wear complete eye and clothing protection when
working with lead-acid batteries.
• Be sure that someone iswithin 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 cloth-
ing. If this happens, wash immediately with soap and
water. Then get medical attention
•Avoid touching your eyes 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.
• Remove all personal metal items from your body,
such as rings, bracelets, 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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Parts
The exploded view of your charger shows parts, their location, and a keyed chart identifying each part by name
and pert number. The wiring diagram provides additional reference for the professional repair person.
Item De=mrlpUon Part Number
1 Ples_c cap Top 3799001211
2 Hub Cap 520000(x)08
3 Wheel 0099000120
4 Axle (X)99000060
5 Power Cord 90025050
6 Neg. (BLK) cable w/clamps 3899000391
7 Pos. (RED) cable w/clamps 3899000408
8 Circuit Breaker IOOA 399900066
9 Transformer 93026430
10 Diode Assembly 2299000679
Owners IVlanL_d(not shown) 0000000518
11 Fan Motor 0099000063
12 Rocker Switch (Volt Select) 0499000052
13 Voitrneter 6 & 12 volt 5399200012
14 Front Panet DecaJ 0899000556
15 Mounting Foot 1199005112
16 Handle 3599000262
17 Ammeter 5399100083
18 Axle rnt_. bracket 1199004366
19 Timer Control Knob 0099000096
20 VoWrete Switch Knob 0099000045
21 Timer 2 1/4HR 0099000094
22 0499000058
Wiring diagram
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Before Using Your Battery Charger
It is important to prepare your charger for use. This section will tell you how to assemble the charger, ground
and connect the power cord, and prepare to charge a battery.
Assembling your charger
It is important to fully assemble your charger before
use. Follow these instructions for easy assembly.
PARTS:
Two 10-32 thread cutting
screws
Two 1/4-20 thread cutting
screws
Two wheels
One axle
Two axle caps
Two axle brackets
One handle
One mounting foot
To attach the axle assembly:
1. Remove charger from packing materials and place
on its side on a flat surface. Attach mounting foot
and secure with the two 1/4-20 thread cutting
screws.
TOOLS NEEDED:
3/8" wrench
(for mounting foot)
5/16" wrench
(for wheels)
Hammer
Phillips screwdriver
2. Hold axle upright on floor or work surface. Then,
using a hammer, tap one of the plastic hubs onto
the top end of the axle. Be sure to tap the hub on
straight. Slide both wheels onto the axle with the
hubs facing inward.
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3. Tap the other axle cap onto the opposite end of the
axle and place the axle assembly onto the bottom of
the charger. Place one end of the bracket into slot,
then place the axle assembly under each bracket.
Fasten the other side of the brackets using the two
10-32 screws provided.
To attach the handle:
Turn the charger right side up onto its foot and wheels.
Remove the two top screws from each side of the
charger and align with the screw holes on the handle,
Attach the handle using the same screws.
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Plugging it in
Electrical Shock Hazard
Be sure that power cord fits properly into 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 should be grounded to reduce the risk
of electrical shock.
Your charger isequipped with an electrical cord that
has an equipment grounding conductor and a ground-
ing plug designed to be used on a 120 volt circuit. The
plug must be plugged into an outlet
that has been properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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ATEMPORARY adapter may be used to connect the
charger to a two-pole outlet if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. Use the adapter ONLY until a
properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified
electrician.
DANGER: Before using an adapter as illustrated, be
certain that the center screw of the outlet plate is
grounded. The green colored grounding clip of the
adapter must be attached by a screw to a properly
grounded outlet. If unsure whether outlet is properly
grounded, contact a professional electrician. If neces-
sary, replace the original outlet cover screw with a
longer one that will secure the grounding clip to the
outlet cover and make a ground connection to the
grounded outlet.
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 the pins on the plug of the extension cord
are the same number, size, and shape as those of
the plug on the charger.
• Use only 3-conductor (grounded) extension cord
when necessary.
• Check that the extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition.
• Use the recommended minumum AWG (American
Wire Gauge) to be sure that wire size is large enough
for the rating of the charger.
Length of Cord, In Feet 25 50 100 150
AWG* Size of Cord 16 12 10 8
*AWG =American Wre Gauge
Preparing your battery to be charged
It is important that you read and follow these guidelines
while you are preparing to charge your battery.
• Make sure that you have a 12 volt or 6 volt lead-acid
battery. Set the volt/amp selector switch to match the
voltage rating of the battery to be charged.
• Clean the battery terminals. Be careful to keep corro-
sion from getting in or around your eyes.
• If you have a battery with removable cell caps, if
required, add distilled water to each cell until the
battery acid reaches the level indicated by the manu-
facturer. This will help purge excessive gases from the
cells. Be careful not to overfill. If you have a sealed
battery without cell caps, no action is necessary.
Continue to the next step listed below.
• Take time to read all battery manufacturer's specific
precautions, such as removing or not removing
cell caps while charging, and recommended rates
of charge.
• Wear safety glasses. See additional, "Personal Safety
Precautions" on Page 2.
• Be sure that the area around the battery is well
ventilated while it is being charged. Ifventilation is
poor, gas can be manually blown away by using a
piece of cardboard or other non-metallic material as
a fan.
• If it is necessary to remove the battery from the
vehicle to charge it, always remove the grounded
terminal from the battery first. A spark may be
caused if all accessories in the vehicle are not
completely turned off.
NOTE: A marine battery installed in a boat must be
removed and charged on shore.
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Using Your Battery Charger
To obtain the best results from your battery charger, you must know how to use it properly. This section will tell
you how to set the controls, and how you can charge a battery while it is still in the vehicle, or you can remove it
and then charge it. Follow the instructions below depending on how you choose to charge your battery.
Setting the controls
All the controls for your charger are located on the
front of the unit. Follow these instructions to obtain the
accurate charge level for your battery.
VOLT/AMP SELECTOR:
Use the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR switch to select an
amp charge rate and battery voltage type to match your
charging needs. Read the following operating
instructions for making the proper settings for charging a
battery and using the ENGINE START feature.
TIMER:
The timer is designed to allow your battery to be charged
for a designated amount of time. To accurately charge
your battery, you must know the size of the battery in
ampere hours or reserve capacity in minutes, as well as
the state of charge. Since this information isoften not
known, the timer limit is set at 2.25 hours. This will help
prevent the battery from overcharging to a point where it
can be damaged. If you do not know the charge state of
your battery, it is best to start out with the timer set at
one hour or less.
HOLD feature:
This position overrides the timer -- the charger will
continue charging until the operator stops the
charging process. When using HOLD, you must
monitor the charging and turn the charger OFF
when the battery is fully charged. OVERCHARGING
may damage your battery.
AMMETER:
The AMMETER indicates the measured amount of
amperes being drawn by the battery. When you first
start charging a battery, the reading will be high:
• The needle will be around 60 when the selector is in
the 60 amp charge position. As the battery becomes
charged, the reading will decrease to 25 or 30 amps
at full charge. This will be your indicator to stop
charging.
• With the selector switch set to the 20 amp position,
the meter should display 20 amps for a discharged
battery and 8 to 10 amps when the battery is fully
charged.
• At the 2 amp charging rate, you may see no needle
activity.
AMPS
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VOLTMETER:
Foran accurate reading of your battery's voltage before
you begin charging it, use the voltmeter as follows:
1. Set the timer to the OFF position, turn the voltage
selector switch to 12 or 6 volt, according to the
battery you are testing, and then connect the charger
as indicated in the "Charging your battery inthe
vehicle" section on page 9. The charger does not
have to be plugged into an outlet.
2. If a battery has recently been charged or ina vehicle
that has recently been operated, you may want to
turn your headlights on for a few minutes before you
read the meter to avoid a false reading from a
surface charge. Then turn off the lights, read the
meter, and follow the convenient color coding.
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR TEST:
t. Set the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR switch to the OFF
position.
2. Set the BATTERY TEST switch to 12 or 6 volts,
according to the battery you are testing.
3. Set timer switch to the OFF position.
4. With the charger properly connected to the battery
and chassis, start the engine. Read the battery test
meter with the engine at a fast idle. The battery
should be in a good state of charge before doing the
test.
5. The voltmeter is divided into three color zones:
A. Green and Ughter Green -- Charging system is
good.
B. Yellow -- Vehicle charging system output islow.
C. Red -- Vehicle charging system is bad.
NOTE: If meter needle reads in the Red or Yellow,
the charging system may have a loose belt, a faulty
voltage regulator, or a worn-out alternator/generator.
Additional tests may be required to find the exact
cause. Take the vehicle to a qualified service center.
BAD f CHARGING
_WEAK J SYSTEM O
O GOODf GOOD
f12 VOLTBATTERY
BATTERY TEST:
This test is based on the terminal voltage of the battery,
Ifthe battery is installed inthe vehicle, make sure the
engine and all accessories are turned off.
1. Set the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR to the OFF position.
2. Set the BATTERY TEST switch to 6 VOLT for 6 volt
batteries or 12 VOLT for 12 volt batteries.
3. Set the timer switch to the OFF position.
4. Read lower 6 VOLT BATI'ERY section of meter for 6
volt batteries and read upper 12 VOLT BAI-rERY
section for 12 volt batteries.
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Both 6 volt and 12 volt battery sections are divided
intothree color zones:
A. Green -- Good battery.
B, Yellow -- Weak battery.
C. Red -- Bad battery.
NOTE: If the meter needle is in the Red or Yellow
area, the battery may only need charging. If, after
charging, the needle still remains in the Red or
Yellow area, have the battery tested by a qualified
technician. The meter needle may point to the
lighter Green section of the meter if this test is done
on a recently charged battery or a battery from a
vehicle that has been operated recently.
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Charging Your Battery
Charging your battery in the vehicle:
1. Arrange the power cord and charging leads care-
fully in order to avoid damage that could be caused
bythe hood, door, or moving engine parts.
2. Keep clear ofthe fan blades, belts, pulleys, and
other parts that can cause injury.
3. Check the polarity ofthe battery posts using the
identification marks on the battery case: POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -).
4. Identify which battery post is grounded or con-
nected to the chassis. THE NEGATIVE POST IS
NORMALLY THE ONE THAT IS GROUNDED.
5. To charge s negative grounded post system:
Connect the red (POSITIVE) charger clamp to the
ungrounded POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the
battery. Next, connect the black (NEGATIVE) clamp
to an unpainted, heavy metal part of the chassis or
engine block, away from the battery. Do not
connect clamp to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet
metal parts.
To charge a positive grounded post system:
Connect the black (NEGATIVE) charger clamp to
the ungrounded NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post ofthe
battery. Then connect the red (POSITIVE) clamp to
an unpainted, heavy metal part of the chassis or
engine block, away from the battery. Do not
connect clamp to carburetor, fuel lines or sheet
metal parts.
IMPORTANT: Wear safety glasses and face away
from the battery while making connections.
6. Connect the clamp to the battery post and twist or
rock back and forth to make a solid connection.
This will help keep the clamps from slipping offthe
posts and causing sparks.
7. Set the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR switch and timer
switch to the OFF position. Next plug the power
cord into a grounded AC outlet.
8. Set the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR switch to the
desired charge time, from 30 to 135 minutes. If
more than 135 minutes of charging time is needed,
the HOLD position can be used. When using the
HOLD feature, the battery being charged must be
monitored closely to avoid over charging.
9. Set the TIMER to the desired charge rate. (See
"Setting the Controls" on pages 7 and 8, and
"Calculating Charge Time" on page 11 .)
10. When the battery is fully charged in the MANUAL
mode, the AMMETER pointer will fall to about half
the selected charge rate. The BATTERY TEST will
be in the green area ofthe meter. Forspecific
positions, see the "Setting the Controls" section on
pages 7 and 8.
NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM
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11.When the battery isfully charged, first unplug the
charger's powercord. Next, turn thetimerswitch
to the OFF position. Then, standing away from
the battery, remove the charger clamps in this
order:
(1) from the chassis connection and,
(2) from the battery post.
12. Clean and store the battery charger in a dry
location.
Charging your battery outside the vehicle:
1. Remove the battery from vehicle, making sure to
disconnect grounded terminal first withall accesso-
ries and lights turned off in the vehicle.
2. Check the polarity ofthe battery posts as indicated
on the battery case: POSITIVE (POS, P, +) and
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -).
NOTE: On top-post batteries, the positive battery
terminal usually has a larger diameter post than the
negative one.
3. Connect the red (POSITIVE) charger clamptothe
POSITIVE post of the battery. Be sure to rock the
clip back and forth to make a solid connection.
4. Attach a 6-gauge (AWG) ore 4-gauge (SAE) insu-
lated battery cable of at least24-inches in length to
the NEGATIVE battery post. This cable will provide a
safer connection because arcing and sparking will
occur away from the battery. (The battery cable is
not provided with the charger, but may be pur-
chased at most automotive accessory outlets.)
5. Take the other end ofthe 6-gauge (AWG) ora 4-
gauge (SAE) insulated 24-inch cable and, standing
as far away from the battery as possible, connect the
black (NEGATIVE) charger clamp to the free end of
the cable. Be sure to rock the clamp back and forth
to make a solid connection. IMPORTANT: Wear
safety glasses and face away from the battery while
you are making this final connection.
6. Make sure your charger's VOLT/AMP SELECTOR
and timer switches are inthe OFF position. Next
plug the charger's power cord into a grounded AC
outlet.
7. Set the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR switch to the
desired charge time, from 30 to 135 minutes, If
more then 135 minutes of charging time is needed,
the HOLD position can be used. When using
HOLD, the battery being charged must be moni-
tored closely to avoid over charging.
8. Set the TIMER to the desired charge position. (See
"Setting the Controls" on pages 7 and 8, end
"Calculating Charge Time" on page 11 for correct
settings.)
9. When the battery is fully charged in the MANUAL
mode, the AMMETER pointer will fall to about half
the selected charge rate. The BATTERY TEST will
be in the green area ofthe meter, For specific
positions, see the "Setting the Controls" section on
pages 7 and 8.
10. When the battery is fully charged, first unplug the
charger power cord before attempting to discon-
nect charger clamps. Next, setthe right-hand
switch to the OFF position.
11. Standing away from the battery, remove the
charger leads. First remove the clamp from the
24-inch extension cable. Then remove the clamp
from the battery post or terminal.
12. Clean and store the battery charger ine dry
location.
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Calculating charge time
The Chart Method
Use the following table to more accurately determine
the time it willtake to bring a battery to full charge.
First, identify where your battery fits intothe chart.
• Small batteries-- motorcycles, garden tractors, etc.
-- are usually rated in Ampere Hours (AH). For
example; 6 to 12 AH, or 12 to 32 AH.
Batteries in cars and smaller trucks are usually rated
in Reserve Capacity (RC), Cold-Cranking Amps
(CCA), or both.
SMALL
BAI-FERIES
CARFRUCKS
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
Motorcycle, garden
tractor, etc.
200 - 315 CCA
315 - 550 CCA
550 - 1000 CCA
6-12AH
12-32AH
4O - 6O RC
60 - 85 RC
85 -190 RC
80 RC
140 RC
160 RC
180 RC
• Marine, or deep-cycle batteries are usually rated in
Reserve Capacity (RC).
• NR means that the charger setting is NOT
RECOMMENDED.
Find your battery's rating on the following chart and
note the charge time given for each charger setting.
The times given are for batteries with a 50-percent
charge prior to recharging. Add more time for severly
discharged batteries.
CHARGE RAT_CHARGiNG TIME, HOURS
2 AMP
2-4
4-10
11 -14
14-18
18-35
18
27
30
33
20AMP 60AMP
NR NR
NR NR
1 - 11/2 3/8- 1/2
1I/2- 2 112- Slo
2 - 31/2 el8- 1
13/,= NR
23/4 NR
3 NR
31/2 NR
The Hydrometer or Electronic Method
To find the time needed to fully charge your battery,
determine the battery's charge level with a hydrometer
or electronic Percent-of-Charge Tester. The following
table will help you convert hydrometer readings to
percent of charge values.
1.265 100% 0%
1.225 75% 25%
1.155 25% 75%
1.120 0% 100%
When you know the percent of charge and the Amp
Hour (AH) rating of your battery, you can calculate the
approximate time needed to bring your battery to a full
charge.
To convert Reserve Capacity to Amp Hours, divide
Reserve Capacity by 2, and add 16:
Amp Hours = Reserve Capacity + 16
2
To calculate time needed for a charge:
Find the percent of charge needed. (A battery at
50 percent charge that will be charged to 100
percent needs another 50 percent (.50).
Multiply the Amp Hour rating by the charge
needed (.50) and divide by the charger setting (2,
20 or 60 amps).
Multiply the result by 1.25 and you'll have the time
needed, in hours, to bring the battery to full
charge.
Add one additional hour for a deep-cycle battery.
Example:
Amp Hour Rating x % of charge needed x 1.25 = hours
Charger Setting of
charge
needed
100 (AH Ratinq) x .50 (charqe needed) x 1.25 -- 3.125
20 (Charger Setting) hours
100 x .50 -- 2.5 x 1.25 = 3.125
2O
You would need to charge your 100-Ampere Hour Bat-
tery for a little more than 3 hours at the 20-Amp charge
rate using the above example.
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Using the engine start feature
Your battery charger can be used to jump-start your
car if the battery is low. Follow these instructions on
how to use the engine start feature.
1. Set the VOLT/AMP SELECTOR and timer switches
to the OFF position. Then follow the instructions for
how to connect the charger to the battery in the
section "Charging your battery in the vehicle."
2. Plug in the charger and set the VOLT/AMP SELEC-
TOR switch -- either to the "12 Volt, 250 Amp,
Start" or the "6 Volt, 60 Amp/125 Amp, Start"
position. Be sure the match the battery's voltage.
3. Crank the engine for no more than five seconds. If
the engine does not start, wait four minutes before
cranking again.
4. During extremely cold weather, or ifthe battery is
severely exhausted, charge the battery for about
five minutes before cranking the engine.
Maintenance and care
A minimal amount of care can keep your battery
charger working properly for years.
1. Clean the clamps each time you are finished
charging. Wipe off any battery fluid that may have
come in contact with the clamps to prevent
corrosion.
2. Coil the input and output cords neatly when
storing the charger. The cords can be wrapped
around the handle of the charger. This will help
prevent accidental damage to the cords and
charger.
3. Occasional cleaning of the case with a soft cloth
will keep the finish shiny and help prevent corro-
sion.
5. If the engine still does not start, charge the battery
for five more minutes before cranking it again for
five seconds.
6. After the engine starts, unplug the charger power
cord from the outlet. Then turn the VOLT/AMP
SELECTOR switch to the OFF position before
disconnecting the battery leads.
IMPORTANT: Do not try to start the engine without a
battery in it. Doing so can damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
If the engine cranks but does not start, the problem is
not the starting system but something else with the
vehicle. STOP cranking the engine until the other
problem has been identified and corrected.
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Troubleshooting
Performance problems often result from little things that you can fix yourself. Please read through this chart for a
)ossible solution if a problem occurs.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION/REASONS
No reading on the Clamps are not making a Check for poor connections to battery and frame. Make
ammeter, good connection, sure connecting points are clean.
2-amp charge rate is being Ammeter may show no activity at the 2-amp charge rate.
used.
No reading on AC cord and/or extension Check power cord and extension cord for loose fitting
ammeter. Charger fan cord is loose, plug.
not working.
No power at receptacle. Check for open fuse or circuit breaker supplying AC outlet.
Circuit breaker in
charger cycles on and
off with a clicking
sound.
Cranking time less
than 5 seconds when
using ENGINE START.
Ammeter reads less
than selected charge
rate when charging a
discharged battery.
Charger makes a loud
buzz or hum.
Shorted battery clamps.
Shorted battery.
Charger leads reversed.
Volt/Amp Selector Switch
set to the START position.
Drawing more than 250
amps for a period of 5
seconds or less.
Failure to wait for 4
minutes (240 seconds)
between cranks.
Extension cord too long or
wire guage too small.
Weak cell or sulfated plats
in battery.
Battery is only partially
discharged.
Transformer laminations
vibrate (buzz).
Shorted diode (hum).
Circuit breaker cycles when current draw is too high.
Separate the clamps.
Check for worn cables and replace if needed.
Have a Sears technician test the battery.
Correct connections.
Correct Volt/Amp Selector setting.
Crank time varies with the amount of current drawn, if
cranking draws more than 250 amps, crank time may be
less than 5 seconds.
Wait 4 minutes before next crank.
Use shorter or heavier gauge extension cord.
Sulfated battery will eventually take a normal charge if left
connected. If the battery will not take a charge, have it
tested by a Sears technician.
Continue to charge battery.
Continue charging. Buzz isnot abnormal.
Have charger tested by qualified technician.
Test meter needle
stays at the right side
of the meter.
Battery severely
discharged.
Test switch may be in the
wrong position.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem...
call toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.
7 AM to 4:30 PM CST Monday through Friday
Continue charging battery for another two hours. If
problem continues, consult a Sears technician.
Make sure test switch is inproper 6 or 12 volt position.
1-800-SEARS-64
(1-800-732-7764)
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60/20/2 AMP
SEAR8
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Model No.
200.71460
MANUAL BATTERY
CHARGER
250/125 AMP
ENGINE STARTER with
BATTERY TESTER
Forinformationabouttroubleshooting
Calltoll-freefromanywhereintheU.S.A.
7 amto 4:30pmCSTMondaythroughFriday
1-800-SEARS-64
(1-800-732-7764)
Fortherepairor replacement
partsyouneed
Call7 am- 7 pro,7daysaweek
1-800-366-PART
When requesting service or
ordering parts, always provide
the following information:
• Product Type
• Model Number
• Part Number
• Part Description
(1-800-366-7278)
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ServiceCenterin yourarea
Call24hoursaday,
7 daysaweek
1-800-488-1222
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