DSR PSC-2030T, Pro PSC-2030T Owner's Manual
Model / Modelo / Modèle :
PSC-2030T
Manual Battery Charger
Cargador de baterías manual
Chargeur de batterie manuel
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. This manual
will explain how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these
instructions and precautions carefully.
POR FAVOR CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL DEL USUARIO Y LEALO ANTES DE CADA
USO. En este manual le explica cómo utilizar el cargador de batería de manera segura y
conable. Por favor, lea y siga las siguientes instrucciones y precauciones.
ESSAYER DE GARDER LE MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET LE LIRE AVANT CHAQUE
UTILISATION. Ce manuel explique comment utiliser l’unité d’une façon sûre et efcace.
S’il vous plaît lisez et suivez ces instructions et précautions.
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................. 5
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .....................................................................................5
PREPARING TO CHARGE ....................................................................................................... 6
CHARGER LOCATION .............................................................................................................6
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................... 6
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE ............................... 6
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE .......................................7
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS ....................................................... 7
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................... 7
CONTROL PANEL ..................................................................................................................... 7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................8
CALCULATING CHARGE TIME ................................................................................................ 9
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ................................................................................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 10
BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS ..................................................................................12
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................................. 12
WARRANTY CARD / TARJETA DE GARANTÍA ......................................................................31
CONTENIDOS
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ............................................................ 13
PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD PERSONAL ................................................................... 13
PREPARACIÓN PARA LA CARGA .........................................................................................14
UBICACIÓN DEL CARGADOR ............................................................................................... 14
PRECAUCIONES DE CONEXIÓN EN CC ............................................................................. 14
SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO LA BATERÍA ESTÉ COLOCADA EN EL VEHÍCULO .......... 15
SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO LA BATERÍA SE ENCUENTRE FUERA DEL VEHÍCULO ... 15
CONEXIONES A TIERRA Y ENERGÍA DE CA ........................................................................16
INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE ...........................................................................................16
PANEL DE CONTROL ............................................................................................................. 16
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN ...................................................................................... 17
CÁLCULO DE TIEMPO DE CARGA .......................................................................................18
MANTENIMIENTO Y CUIDADO ..............................................................................................19
LOCALIZACIÓN Y SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS .................................................................. 19
ANTES DE DEVOLVER A REPARACIONES .......................................................................... 21
GARANTÍA LIMITADA ............................................................................................................. 21
WARRANTY CARD / TARJETA DE GARANTÍA ......................................................................31
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES ....................................................................... 22
MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ PERSONNELLE .......................................................................... 22
PRÉPARATION POUR LE CHARGEMENT ............................................................................23
EMPLACEMENT DU CHARGEUR .........................................................................................23
PRÉCAUTIONS SUR LA CONNEXION C.C. .......................................................................... 23
ÉTAPES À SUIVRE QUAND LA BATTERIE EST INSTALLÉE DANS UN VÉHICULE ........... 23
ÉTAPES À SUIVRE QUAND LA BATTERIE EST INSTALLÉE HORS DU VÉHICULE ........... 24
MISE À LA TERRE ET CORDON D’ÉNERGIE CA ................................................................. 24
DIRECTIVES D’ASSEMBLAGE .............................................................................................. 25
PANNEAU DE CONTRÔLE ....................................................................................................25
CONSIGNES D’UTILISATION .................................................................................................25
CALCUL DU TEMPS DE CHARGEMENT ..............................................................................26
MAINTENANCE ET ENTRETIEN ...........................................................................................27
TABLEAU DE DÉPANNAGE ................................................................................................... 27
AVANT DE RETOURNER POUR LES RÉPARATIONS .......................................................... 29
GARANTIE LIMITÉE ............................................................................................................... 30
CARTE DE GARANTIE ........................................................................................................... 32
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions.
1.2 Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
1.3 Use of an attachment not recommended
or sold by the battery charger
manufacturer may result in a risk of re,
electric shock or injury to persons.
1.4 To reduce the risk of damage to electric
plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than
the cord when disconnecting charger.
1.5 An extension cord should not be used
unless absolutely necessary. Use of
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 plug of extension cord
are the same number, size and shape as
those of plug on charger.
• That extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition; and
• That wire size is large enough for AC
ampere rating of charger as specied in
the section 8.
1.6 Do not operate charger with damaged
cord or plug – replace the cord or plug
immediately.
1.7 Do not operate charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to a qualied
serviceman.
1.8 Do not disassemble charger; take it to
a qualied serviceman when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly
may result in a risk of electric shock or re.
1.9 To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off
controls will not reduce this risk.
1.10 WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE
GASES.
a. WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-
ACID BATTERY IS 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.
b. To reduce risk of battery explosion,
follow these instructions and those
published by battery manufacturer
and manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use in vicinity of battery.
Review cautionary marking on these
products and on engine.
1.11 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.
Wash hands after handling.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1 Consider having someone close enough
by to come to your aid when you work
near a lead-acid battery.
2.2 Have plenty of fresh water and soap
nearby in case battery acid contacts skin,
clothing, or eyes.
2.3 Wear complete eye protection and
clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes
while working near battery.
2.4 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing,
wash immediately with soap and water.
If acid enters eye, immediately ood
eye with running cold water for at least
10 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
2.5 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame
in vicinity of battery or engine.
2.6 Be extra cautious, to reduce risk of
dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might
spark or short-circuit battery or other
electrical part that may cause explosion.
2.7 Remove personal metal items such as
rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches
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.
2.8 Use charger for charging only LEADACID-type rechargeable batteries. It is not
intended to supply power to a low voltage
electrical system other than in a startermotor application. Do not use 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.
2.9 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
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3. PREPARING TO CHARGE
3.1 If necessary to remove battery from
vehicle to charge, always remove
grounded terminal from battery rst. Make
sure all accessories in the vehicle are off,
so as not to cause an arc.
3.2 Be sure area around battery is well
ventilated while battery is being charged.
3.3 Clean battery terminals. Be careful to
keep corrosion from coming in contact
with eyes.
3.4 Add distilled water in each cell until
battery acid reaches level specied by
battery manufacturer. Do not overll. For a
4. CHARGER LOCATION
4.1 Locate charger as far away from battery
as DC cables permit.
4.2 Never place charger directly above
battery being charged; gases from battery
will corrode and damage charger.
4.3 Never allow battery acid to drip on
charger when reading electrolyte specic
gravity or lling battery.
5. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
5.1 Connect and disconnect DC output clips
only after setting any charger switches to
“off” position and removing AC cord from
electric outlet. Never allow clips to touch
each other.
battery without removable cell caps, such
as valve regulated lead acid batteries,
carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging
instructions.
3.5 Study all battery manufacturer’s
specic precautions while charging and
recommended rates of charge.
3.6 Determine voltage of battery by referring
to car owner’s manual and make sure that
output voltage selector switch is set at
correct voltage. If charger has adjustable
charge rate, charge battery initially at
lowest rate.
4.4 Do not operate charger in a closed-in
area or restrict ventilation in any way.
4.5 Do not set a battery on top of charger.
5.2 Attach clips to battery and chassis, as
indicated in the sections 6 and 7.
6. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY
CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR
THE BATTERY:
6.1 Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk
of damage by hood, door, or moving
engine part.
6.2 Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and
other parts that can cause injury to persons.
6.3 Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger
diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,–) post.
6.4 Determine which post of battery is
grounded (connected) to the chassis. If
negative post is grounded to chassis (as
in most vehicles), see (6.5). If positive
post is grounded to the chassis, see (6.6).
6.5 For negative-grounded vehicle, connect
POSITIVE (RED) clip from battery charger
to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post
of battery. Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK)
clip to vehicle chassis or engine block
away from battery. Do not connect clip to
carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body
parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part
of the frame or engine block.
6.6 For positive-grounded vehicle, connect
NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from battery
charger to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –)
ungrounded post of battery. Connect
POSITIVE (RED) clip to vehicle chassis
or engine block away from battery. Do
not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines,
or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to
a heavy gage metal part of the frame or
engine block.
6.7 When disconnecting charger, turn
switches to off, disconnect AC cord,
remove clip from vehicle chassis, and
then remove clip from battery terminal.
6.8 See Operating Instructions for length of
charge information.
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7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY
CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR
THE BATTERY:
7.1 Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger
diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.
7.2 Attach at least a 24-inch long 6-gauge
(AWG) insulated battery cable to
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) battery post.
7.3 Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery.
7.4 Position yourself and free end of cable as
far away from battery as possible – then
connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip
to free end of cable.
7.5 Do not face battery when making nal
connection.
7.6 When disconnecting charger, always do
so in reverse sequence of connecting
procedure and break rst connection
while as far away from battery as
practical.
7.7 A marine (boat) battery must be removed
and charged on shore. To charge it on
board requires equipment specially
designed for marine use.
8. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
8.1 This battery charger is for use on a
nominal 120 volt circuit and has a
grounded plug. The charger must be
grounded, to reduce the risk of electric
shock. The plug must be plugged into
an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances. The plug pins
must t the receptacle (outlet). Do not use
with an ungrounded system.
8.2 DANGER: Never alter the AC cord or
plug provided – if it does not t the outlet,
have a proper grounded outlet installed
by a qualied electrician. An improper
connection can result in a risk of an
electric shock or electrocution.
NOTE: Pursuant to Canadian
Regulations, use of an adapter plug
is not allowed in Canada. Use of an
adapter plug in the United States is not
recommended and should not be used.
8.3 USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If you must use an
extension cord, follow these guidelines:
• Pins on plug of extension cord must be
the same number, size, and shape as
those of plug on charger.
• Ensure that the extension cord is
properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
• Wire size must be large enough for
the AC ampere rating of charger, as
specied:
Length of cord (feet) 25 50 100 150
AWG* size of cord 16 14 10 8
*AWG-American Wire Gauge
9. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9.1 Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery charger.
10. CONTROL PANEL
VOLT/AMP SELECTOR SWITCH
Use the volt/amp selector switch to select
the charge rate or engine start setting.
•10A Fast or 30A Rapid Charge –
For charging automotive, marine and
deep-cycle batteries. Not intended for
industrial applications.
•200A Engine Start – Provides additional
amps for cranking an engine with a
weak or run-down battery. Always use in
combination with a battery.
TIMER
The timer allows you to set a specied
time for charging. After the timer expires,
the charger stops charging your battery.
The main function of the timer is to prevent
overcharging, while allowing a battery time
to obtain a satisfactory charge. To properly
set the timer, you must know the size of
the battery (in ampere hours) or reserve
capacity (in minutes) and the state of
charge. It is important that you determine
the appropriate state of charge of your
battery and set the timer accordingly.
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Hold – This position defeats the timer
function, allowing for continuous
operation. Be sure to monitor the charging
progress and stop when the battery is
charged. The hold position will overcharge
a battery if it is not monitored. This will
damage your battery and may cause
property damage or personal injury.
11. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A spark near battery may
cause an explosion.
CHARGING A BATTERY
IN THE VEHICLE
1. Turn off all the vehicle’s accessories.
2. Keep the hood open.
3. Clean the battery terminals.
4. Set the volt/amp selector switch and
the timer to the OFF position.
5. Lay the AC/DC cables away from any
fan blades, belts, pulleys and other
moving parts that can cause injury.
6. Connect the battery, following the
precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.
7. Connect the charger to an electrical
outlet.
8. Select the desired charge rate.
9. Set the timer to the charge time.
MONITOR THE CHARGER AND
THE BATTERY.
10. When disconnecting the charger, set
the volt/amp selector switch and the
timer to the OFF position, disconnect
the charger from the AC power,
remove the clamp from the vehicle
chassis, and then remove the clamp
from the battery terminal.
CHARGING A BATTERY
OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE
1. Place battery in a well-ventilated area.
2. Clean the battery terminals.
3. Set the volt/amp selector switch and
the timer to the OFF position.
4. Connect the battery, following the
precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.
5. Connect the charger to the electrical
outlet.
6. Select the desired charge rate.
7. Set the timer to the charge time.
MONITOR THE CHARGER AND
THE BATTERY.
AMMETER
The Ammeter indicates the amount of
current, measured in amps, that is being
drawn by the battery. As a battery takes
on a charge, it draws less current from
the charger. Correspondingly, the meter
will show less current being drawn by the
battery. When the current stops decreasing,
the battery is charged. The start area of the
meter indicates a high rate of current being
drawn from the charger. When cranking
an engine, the meter needle will be at the
extreme right side of the start area.
8. When disconnecting the charger, set
the volt/amp selector switch and the
timer to the OFF position, disconnect
the charger from the AC power,
disconnect the negative clamp, and
nally the positive clamp.
9. A marine (boat) battery must be
removed and charged on shore.
MANUAL CHARGING MODE
When manual mode is performed, the
charger will continue to charge and will not
shut off. Monitor the charging process and
stop when the battery is fully charged. Not
doing so may damage your battery and
result in property damage or personal injury.
USING THE ENGINE START FEATURE
Your battery charger can be used to jump
start your car if the battery is low. Follow
all safety instructions and precautions for
charging your battery. Wear complete eye
protection and protective clothing.
WARNING: Using the ENGINE START
feature WITHOUT a battery installed in
the vehicle could cause damage to the
vehicle’s electrical system.
NOTE: If you have charged the battery
and it still will not start your car, do not
use the Engine Start feature, or it could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
Have the battery checked.
1. Set the volt/amp selector switch and
the timer to the OFF position.
2. With the charger unplugged from the
AC outlet, connect the charger to the
battery, following the instructions given
in the CHARGING A BATTERY IN
THE VEHICLE section.
3. Plug the charger’s AC power cord into
the AC outlet, and then move the timer
switch from OFF to the HOLD position.
4. With the charger plugged in and
connected to the battery of the
vehicle, set the volt/amp selector
switch to the engine start position.
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5. Crank the engine until it starts or 5
seconds pass. If the engine does not
start, wait 3 minutes before cranking
again. This allows the charger and
battery to cool down.
NOTE: During extremely cold weather,
or if the battery is under 2 volts, charge
the battery for 5 minutes before cranking
the engine.
6. If the engine fails to start, charge the
battery for 5 more minutes before
attempting to crank the engine again.
12. CALCULATING CHARGE TIME
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.
Example:
Amp hour rating = Reserve capacity + 16
2
NOTE: The Reserve Capacity can be
obtained from the battery‘s specication
sheet or the owners manual.
To calculate the time needed for a charge:
1. Find the percentage of charge needed.
2. Multiply the Amp hour rating by the
charge needed, and divide by the
charge rate.
3. Multiply the results by 1.25 to nd the
total time needed, in hours, to bring
the battery to full charge.
4. Add an additional hour for a deep-cycle
battery.
7. After the engine starts, move the
volt/amp selector switch and timer to
the OFF position and unplug the AC
power cord before disconnecting the
battery clamps from the vehicle.
8. Clean and store the charger in a dry
location.
NOTE: If the engine does turn over but
never starts, there is not a problem with
the starting system; there is a problem
somewhere else with the vehicle. STOP
cranking the engine until the other problem
has been diagnosed and corrected.
Example:
Ah rating x % of charge needed x 1.25 = hrs of charge
Charger Amp setting
100 (Ah rating) x .50 (charge needed) x 1.25 = 3.125 hrs
20 (Charger Setting)
100 x .50 x 1.25 = 3.125
20
You need to charge a 100 Ampere hour
battery for a little more than 3 hrs at the 20
Amp charge rate, using this example.
Use the following table to determine the time
it will take to bring a battery to full charge.
Ah – Ampere Hours
NR – the charger setting is NOT
RECOMMENDED.
CCA – Cold Cranking Amps
RC – Reserve Capacity
The times given are for batteries with a
50% charge prior to recharging.
BATTERY CHARGING TIMES
BATTERY SIZE/RATING
200-315 CCA 40-60 RC 2¼-3 hours ¾-1 hour
CARS/TRUCKS
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
315-550 CCA 60-85 RC 3-3¾ hours 1-1¼ hours
550-1000 CCA
CHARGE RATE /
CHARGING TIME
10A 30A
85-190 RC
80 RC 3½ hours NR
140 RC 5½ hours NR
160 RC 6 hours NR
180 RC 6½ hours NR
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3¾-7 hours 1¼-2¼ hours
13. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
A minimal amount of care can keep your
battery charger working properly for years.
• Clean the clamps each time you are
nished charging. Wipe off any battery
uid that may have come in contact with
the clamps to prevent corrosion.
• Occasionally cleaning the case of the
charger with a soft cloth will keep the
nish shiny and help prevent corrosion.
• Coil the input and output cords neatly
when storing the charger. This will help
prevent accidental damage to the cords
and charger.
• Store the charger unplugged from the AC
power outlet in an upright position.
• Store inside, in a cool, dry place. Do not
store the clamps clipped together, on or
around metal, or clipped to the cables.
14. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
Charger will not turn
on when properly
connected.
No reading on the
ammeter.
AC outlet is dead.
Poor electrical connection.
Charger is not plugged in.
No power at the receptacle.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord and extension
cord for loose tting plug.
Plug the charger into an AC outlet.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Ammeter reading
stays high.
Ammeter reads less
than selected charge
rate when charging a
discharged battery.
Clamps are not making a good
connection to the battery.
Connections are reversed.
Battery is defective
(will not accept a charge).
Battery is severely discharged.
Wrong battery voltage.
Extension cord is too long or
wire gauge is too small.
Weak cell or sulfated plate in
battery.
Battery is only partially
discharged.
Check for poor connection to battery
and frame. Make sure connection
points are clean. Rock clamps back
and forth for a better connection.
Unplug the charger and reverse
the clamps.
Have the battery checked.
Continue charging battery for two
more hours. If problem continues,
have the battery checked.
Check battery voltage.
Use a shorter or heavier gauge
extension cord.
A sulfated battery will eventually
take a normal charge if left
connected. If the battery will not
take a charge, have it checked.
Continue to charge the battery.
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