Napa Essentials 85-300A User Manual
OWNERS MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
Model / Modelo / Modèle : 85-300A
Automatic Battery Charger / Maintainer
Cargador de batería automático / Mantenedor
Chargeur de batterie automatique á charge d’entretien
Voltage / Tensión / Tension : 12
Amperage / Amperaje / Ampérage : 1.5
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PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION
MANUAL.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – 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, vehicle
or property.
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.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS –
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1 Keep out of reach of children.
1.2 Do not expose the charger to rain
or snow.
1.3 Use only recommended attachments.
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 or damage to property.
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1.4 To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by
the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
1.5 Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of re and
electric shock. 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 specied in section 8.
1.6 To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the
outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply
turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.
1.7 Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; have the
cord or plug replaced immediately by a qualied service person.
1.8 Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualied
service person.
1.9 Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualied service
person when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly
may result in a risk of re or electric shock.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
1.10 WORKING IN THE 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.
1.11 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions
and those 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.
1.12 This charger employs parts, such as circuit breakers, that tend to
produce arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this charger 18
inches (46 cm) or more above oor level.
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2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame in the
vicinity of a battery or engine.
2.2 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
short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool
onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other
electrical part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 Use this charger for charging 12V LEAD-ACID batteries only. It
is not intended to 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.
2.5 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.6 Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you
work near a lead-acid battery.
2.7 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby, in case battery acid
contacts your skin, clothing or eyes.
2.8 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles
and protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working
near the battery.
2.9 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash
the area with 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.
2.10 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of
eggs or water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention
immediately.
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3. PREPARING TO CHARGE
RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE
SULFURIC ACID.
3.1 If it is necessary to remove the battery
from the vehicle to charge it, always remove
the grounded terminal rst. Make sure all of
the accessories in the vehicle are off to prevent arcing.
3.2 Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the
battery is being charged.
3.3 Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During
cleaning, keep 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.
3.4 Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the
level specied by the battery manufacturer. Do not overll. For
a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve regulated
lead-acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s
recharging instructions.
3.5 Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger,
battery, vehicle and any equipment used near the battery
and charger. Study all of the battery manufacturer’s specic
precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.
3.6 Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle
owner’s manual and make sure that the output voltage is correct
for your battery.
3.7 Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.
4. CHARGER LOCATION
RISK OF EXPLOSION AND
CONTACT WITH BATTERY
ACID.
4.1 Locate the charger as far
away from the battery as the
DC cables permit.
4.2 When mounting the charger to the fender well, locate the charger
as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.
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4.3 Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged;
gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
4.4 With the exception of the charger mounting bracket, do not set the
battery on top of the charger.
4.5 Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the
electrolyte specic gravity or lling the battery.
4.6 Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict the
ventilation in any way.
5. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
5.1 Connect and disconnect the DC output ring terminals only after
removing the AC plug from the electric outlet.
5.2 Attach the ring terminals to the battery and chassis, as indicated in
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 the AC and DC
cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door 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 ring terminals or cut the insulation of the cables.
6.2 Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can
cause injury.
6.3 Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +)
battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) post.
6.4 Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to
the chassis. 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.
6.5 For a negative-grounded vehicle: You should disconnect both
battery cables from the battery before connecting the charger
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cables. The output leads of the charger are terminated with 3/8"
(9.5 mm) dia. ring terminals. Remove the bolt from the battery
post connector, insert the bolt through the ring terminal then place
the bolt back in the battery connector and tighten. Connect the
POSITIVE (RED) ring terminal from the battery charger to the
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect
the NEGATIVE (BLACK) ring terminal to the vehicle chassis
or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the ring
terminal to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts.
Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
6.6 For positive-grounded vehicle: You should disconnect both battery
cables from the battery before connecting the charger cables. The
output leads of the charger are terminated with 3/8" (9.5 mm) dia.
ring terminals. Remove the bolt from the battery post connector,
insert the bolt through the ring terminal then place the bolt back
in the battery connector and tighten. Connect the NEGATIVE
(BLACK) ring terminals from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, –) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the
POSITIVE (RED) ring terminals to the vehicle chassis or engine
block away from the battery. Do not connect the ring terminals to
the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a
heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
6.7 Connect the charger AC supply cord to the electrical outlet.
6.8 When disconnecting the charger, disconnect the AC cord, remove
the ring terminal from the vehicle chassis, and then remove the
ring terminal from the battery terminal.
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 the polarity of the
battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a
larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
7.2 Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 6-gauge (AWG) (13 mm2)
insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
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7.3 Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger ring terminal to the
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
7.4 Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously
attached to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post as far away
from the battery as possible – then connect the NEGATIVE
(BLACK) charger ring terminal to the free end of the cable using a
nut and bolt through both ring terminals.
7.5 Do not face the battery when making the nal connection.
7.6 Connect the charger AC supply cord to the electrical outlet.
7.7 When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse
order of the connecting procedure and break the rst connection
while as far away from the battery as practical.
7.8 A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore.
To charge it onboard requires equipment specially designed for
marine use.
8. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
8.1 This battery charger is for use on a
nominal 120 volt circuit. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. The plug pins must t the
receptacle (outlet).
8.2 Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does
not t the outlet, have a proper 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 Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:
• 150 feet (45.7 meters) long or less – use an 18 gauge (0.82 mm2)
extension cord.
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9. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Mounting the charger to the fender well: The
charger can be mounted directly to the fender
well of your vehicle, as shown. If using the nuts
and bolts provided, drill two holes between
3/16" and 1/4" in diameter. (For alignment
of holes use the charger as a template.) If
the backside of the mounting surface is hard to reach, you may
consider using two 1/2" long sheet metal screws (not included)
instead of the nuts and bolts provided.
Mounting the charger alongside the battery:
The charger can also be mounted alongside your
vehicle’s battery using
the bracket provided.
If possible, mount the
charger to the side of the
battery away from the
engine and fan blades.
Mount the bracket to the
charger as shown using the nuts and bolts provided. Loosen the
battery retaining hardware enough that you can insert the
bracket between the bottom of the battery and the battery
mounting tray as shown. Position the charger so that it will not
rub against the battery or any other part of the vehicle, and then
tighten the battery retaining hardware. NOTE: Do not drill or
puncture the battery.
Electrical Installation – The output leads of the charger are
terminated with 3/8" dia. ring lugs. Route and secure the AC
cord and the output wiring away from the gas line, carburetor or
other hot, sharp, moving or pinch parts to avoid damage to the
insulation. Secure the AC cord using a cable tie or equivalent. If
you have difculty connecting the output leads, consult your local
auto supply store, they may assist you in nding a connecting
device for your application.
10. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the
battery charger.
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11. CONTROL PANEL
LED Indicators
(POWER ON) green LED: The charger is connected to an AC
power source and is receiving power.
(CHARGED) red LED: The battery is fully charged and the
charger is in maintain mode.
12. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
accordance with the assembly instructions before it is used.
This battery charger must be properly assembled in
Do not start the vehicle with the charger connected to
the 120V AC outlet, or it could result in damage to the charger.
The charger does not have an ON/OFF switch. The On and Off
commands are controlled by plugging the charger into a 120V AC
electrical wall outlet only after the battery connections have
been made.
Charging
1. Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in
good working condition.
2. Connect the battery following the precautions listed in
sections 6 and 7.
3. Connect the AC power, following the precautions listed in
section 8.
4. The (green) LED will light when the AC cord is properly
connected. When the battery is charged, the (red) LED
will light.
5. To disconnect, reverse the procedure.
NOTE: This charger is equipped with an auto-start feature.
Current will not be supplied to the ring terminals until a battery is
properly connected. The clips will not spark if touched together.
Automatic Charging Mode
When an Automatic Charge is performed, the charger switches to
the Maintain Mode (see below) automatically after the battery is
charged. For a battery with a starting voltage under 1 volt, use a
manual charger to pre-charge the battery for ve minutes to get
additional voltage into the battery.
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Completion of Charge
Charge completion is indicated by the LED. When lit, the
charger has switched to the Maintain Mode of operation.
Maintain Mode (Float Mode Monitoring)
When the LED is lit, the charger has started Maintain Mode. In
this mode, the charger keeps the battery fully charged by delivering
a small current when necessary. If the battery voltage drops below
a preset level, the charger will go back into Charge Mode until the
battery voltage returns to the full charge level, at which point the
charger will return to Maintain Mode.
NOTE: The charger automatically switches between Charge Mode
and Maintain Mode as necessary. The LED will cycle on when
the battery is at full charge and off when the voltage drops below a
preset level and the charger goes into Charge Mode. This cycle will
continue, and the LED will stay on for longer periods of time as
the battery becomes more fully charged.
NOTE: The maintain mode technology utilized in this maintainer
allows you to safely charge and maintain a healthy battery for
extended periods of time. However, problems with the battery,
electrical problems in the vehicle, improper connections or other
unanticipated conditions could cause excessive current draws.
As such, occasionally monitoring your battery and the charging
process is recommended.
13. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
13.1 After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and
disconnect the battery charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).
13.2 Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil
from the battery terminals, cords, and the charger case.
13.3 Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in
good working condition.
13.4 Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-
serviceable parts.
13.5 All other servicing should be performed by qualied service
personnel.
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14. MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
14.1 Store the charger unplugged. The cord will still conduct electricity
until it is unplugged from the outlet.
14.2 Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
14.3 Do not store the ring terminals, on or around metal, or clipped
to cables.
14.4 If the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another
location, take care to avoid/prevent damage to the cords, ring
terminals and charger. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or property damage.
15. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
Battery ring terminals
do not spark when
touched together.
The charger is
equipped with an
auto-start feature.
No problem; this is a
normal condition.
It will not supply
current to the battery
ring terminals until
a battery is properly
connected. Meaning,
the ring terminals will
not spark if touched
together.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
The charger is
making an audible
Battery is defective.
Have the battery
checked.
clicking sound.
Shorted battery
cables or ring
terminals.
Circuit breaker cycles
when current draw is
too high. Check for
shorted cables or ring
terminals and replace
if necessary.
Severely discharged
battery.
The battery may
not want to accept
a charge due to a
run-down state. Allow
charging to continue
until battery has a
chance to recover
sufciently to take a
charge. If more than
20 minutes, stop
charging and have
the battery checked.
Reverse connections
at battery.
Shut the charger off
and correct the lead
connections.
Charger makes a
loud buzz or hum.
Transformer
laminations vibrate
No problem, this is a
normal condition.
(buzz).
Shorted Diode
Assembly or Output
Rectier Assembly
Have charger
checked by a qualied
technician.
(hum).
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
POWER ON
(green) LED is not
lit. Charger will not
turn on.
AC outlet is dead.
Poor electrical
connection.
Check for open fuse
or circuit breaker
supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord
and extension cord
for loose tting plug.
The battery is
connected and the
charger is on, but is
not charging.
Charger is not
plugged in.
Ring terminals are
not making a good
connection to the
battery.
Plug the charger into
an AC outlet.
Check for poor
connection to battery
and frame. Make sure
connection points are
clean.
Connections are
reversed.
Unplug the charger
and reverse the
battery connections.
Battery is defective
(will not accept a
Have battery
checked.
charge).
Severely discharged
battery, but otherwise
it is a good battery.
The battery must
measure at least 1 volt
to start the charging
process. If it is under 1
volt, you must charge
it using a separate
charger to get the
voltage up to at least
1 volt before you can
use the charger.
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16. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
16.1 When a charging problem arises, make certain that the battery
is capable of accepting a normal charge. Double check all
connections, the AC outlet for a full 120 volts, the charger ring
terminals for correct polarity and the quality of the connections
from the cables to the ring terminals and from the ring terminals to
the battery system. The ring terminals must be clean.
16.2 When a battery is very cold, partially charged or sulfated, it will not
draw the full rated amperes from the charger. It is both dangerous
and damaging to a battery to force higher amperage into it than it
can effectively use in recharging.
16.3 When an UNKNOWN OPERATING PROBLEM arises, please
read the complete manual and call the customer service number
for information. This will usually eliminate the need for return.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem,
or for more information about troubleshooting, call:
Schumacher Electric Corporation Customer Service
1-800-621-5485
Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST
Return all products for warranty
to your local NAPA Auto Parts Store.
17. LIMITED WARRANTY
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS
CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056-2179, MAKES
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL
PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
IS NOT TRANSFERABLE OR ASSIGNABLE.
Schumacher Electric Corporation (the “Manufacturer”) warrants
this battery charger for 2 years from the date of purchase at retail
against defective material or workmanship that may occur under
normal use and care. If your unit is not free from defective material
or workmanship, Manufacturer’s obligation under this warranty is
solely to repair or replace your product with a new or reconditioned
unit at the option of the Manufacturer. It is the obligation of the
purchaser to forward the unit, along with proof of purchase and
mailing charges prepaid to the Manufacturer or its authorized
representatives in order for repair or replacement to occur.
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Manufacturer does not provide any warranty for any accessories
used with this product that are not manufactured by Schumacher
Electric Corporation and approved for use with this product. This
Limited Warranty is void if the product is misused, subjected to
careless handling, repaired, or modied by anyone other than
Manufacturer or if this unit is resold through an unauthorized retailer.
Manufacturer makes no other warranties, including, but not limited
to, express, implied or statutory warranties, including without
limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or implied
warranty of tness for a particular purpose. Further, Manufacturer
shall not be liable for any incidental, special or consequential
damage claims incurred by purchasers, users or others associated
with this product, including, but not limited to, lost prots,
revenues, anticipated sales, business opportunities, goodwill,
business interruption and any other injury or damage. Any and all
such warranties, other than the limited warranty included herein,
are hereby expressly disclaimed and excluded. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or length of implied warranty, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic
legal rights and it is possible you may have other rights which vary
from this warranty.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED
WARRANTY AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES
OR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY
OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER
THAN THIS WARRANTY.
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