DieHard DH-6M Operator's Manual

00-99-001049/0510

Manual Battery Charger
Cargador de Batería Manual

Model / Modelo: DH-6M

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL • MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions,
and follow them with each use of this product.

ATENCIÓN

Lea todas las Instrucciones de Operación y Reglas de Seguridad,
así mismo aplíquelas a cada uso del producto.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 3

PREPARING TO CHARGE 3

CHARGER LOCATION 4

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 4

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE 5

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE 6

GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS 6

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7

FEATURES/CONTROL PANEL 7

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8

CALCULATING CHARGE TIME 8

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 9

MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 9

TROUBLESHOOTING 10

BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS 11

DIEHARD ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY

When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this DieHard
product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 1 year from the date of
purchase, return it to any DieHard outlet in the United States for free replacement.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS,
CALL TOLL-FREE FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM CT
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY: 1-800-732-7764

ÍNDICE

SECCIÓN PÀGINA

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD 13

PRECAUCIONES PERSONALES 14

PREPARACIÓN PARA LA CARGA 15

UBICACIÓN DEL CARGADOR 16

PRECAUCIONES DE CONEXIÓN EN CC 16

SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO LA BATERÍA ESTÉ COLOCADA
EN EL VEHÍCULO 16

SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO LA BATERÍA SE ENCUENTRE
FUERA DEL VEHÍCULO 17

CONEXIONES A TIERRA Y ENERGÍA DE CA 18

INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE 18

CARACTERÍSTICAS/PANEL DE CONTROL 19

INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN 20

CÁLCULO DE TIEMPO DE CARGA 20

INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO 21

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL MANEJO Y ALMACENAMIENTO 21

LOCALIZACIÓN Y SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS 21

ANTES DE DEVOLVER A REPARACIONES 23

UN AÑO DE GARANTÍA TOTAL EN DIEHARD

Cuando se opere o maneje con las debidas precauciones de acuerdo a las
instrucciones, si el DieHard falla en alguno de sus componentes de fabricación
durante el 1 año contados a partir de la fecha de compra, regresarlo al autoservicio
diehard en los estados unidos para reemplazar el aparato sin costo alguno.

Esta garantía le otorga derechos legales especícos, así como otros derechos que

varían de estado a estado.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

ASISTENCIA AL CLIENTE O REPOSICIÓN DE PARTES,
SERVICIO DE 7 AM A 5 PM, HORA CENTRO
DE LUNES A VIERNES: 1-800-732-7764

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IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The DH-6M charger offers a wide range of

features to accommodate your needs. This manual will show you how to use
your charger safely and effectively. Please read, understand and follow these
instructions and precautions carefully, as this manual contains important safety
and operating instructions. The safety messages used throughout this manual
contain a signal word, a message and an icon.

The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in moderate or minor injury to the operator
or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in damage to the equipment or vehicle or
property damage.

Safety messages in this manual contain two different type styles.

Unnumbered type states the hazard.•
Numbered type states how to avoid the hazard.•

The icon gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.

Pursuant to California Proposition 65, this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - 1.

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

Keep out of reach of children.1.1
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.1.2
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended 1.3

or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of re, electric

shock or injury to persons or damage to property.
To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather 1.4

than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an 1.5

improper extension cord could result in a risk of re and electric shock. If an

extension cord must be used, make sure:

That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size •
and shape as those of the plug on the charger.

That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.•
That the wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger •

as specied in section 8.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before 1.6
attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls will not
reduce this risk.

Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; have the cord or plug 1.7

replaced immediately by a qualied service person. (Call customer service at:

1-800-732-7764.)
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or 1.8

otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualied service person. (Call

customer service at: 1-800-732-7764.)

Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualied service person when 1.9
service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of re or
electric shock. (Call customer service at: 1-800-732-7764.)

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS 1.10
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU
USE THE CHARGER.

To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those 1.11
published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings
on these products and on the engine.

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This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit breakers, that tend to 1.12
produce arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this charger 18 inches or

more above oor level.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS2.

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.2.1

Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches 2.2
when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short­circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a
severe burn.

Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. 2.3
It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause
an explosion.

Use this charger for charging LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is not intended to 2.4
supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor
application. Do not use this 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.

NEVER charge a frozen battery.2.5
NEVER overcharge a battery.2.6
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work 2.7

near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your 2.8

skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and 2.9

protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with 2.10

soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately ood the eye with cold

running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. 2.11

DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.

PREPARING TO CHARGE3.

RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE
SULFURIC ACID.

If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always 3.1

remove the grounded terminal rst. Make sure all of the accessories in the

vehicle are off to prevent arcing.
Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is 3.2

being charged.

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Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep 3.3
airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth.
Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and help eliminate
airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.

Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specied 3.4
by the battery manufacturer. Do not overll. For a battery without removable
cell caps, such as valve regulated lead acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow

the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle 3.5

and any equipment used near the battery and charger. Study all of the battery
manufacturer’s specic precautions while charging and recommended rates
of charge.

Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual 3.6
and make sure that the output voltage selector switch is set to the correct
voltage. If the charger has an adjustable charge rate, charge the battery in the

lowest rate rst.

Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.3.7

CHARGER LOCATION4.

RISK OF EXPLOSION AND
CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.

Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.4.1
Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from 4.2

the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
Do not set the battery on top of the charger.4.3
Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the electrolyte 4.4

specic gravity or lling the battery.

Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in 4.5
any way.

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS5.
Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting all of the charger 5.1

switches to the “off” position (if applicable) and removing the AC plug from the

electrical outlet. Never allow the clips to touch each other.
Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in sections 6 and 7.5.2

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FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE6.

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

NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM

Position the AC and DC cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door 6.1
and moving or hot engine parts. NOTE: If it is necessary to close the hood
during the charging process, ensure that the hood does not touch the metal
part of the battery clips or cut the insulation of the cables.

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

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

Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. 6.4
If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see step

6.5. If the positive post is grounded to the chassis, see step 6.6.

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

away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or
sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or
engine block.

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

from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet­metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or
engine block.

Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.6.7
When disconnecting the charger, turn all switches to off, disconnect the AC 6.8

cord, remove the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from
the battery terminal.

See CALCULATING CHARGE TIME for length of charge information.6.9