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2V Performance Charger
and Battery Maintainer
User Guide
WARNING -
Failure to follow instructions may cause explosion, blindness or other serious injury.
Always shield eyes. Safety glasses should be worn when working with or near a battery.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ & S
AVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The Digital 1200 user guide contains important safety and operating instructions. In addition,
important
safety warnings are often found on batteries and in vehicle owner’s manuals. Please read and follow all
of the warnings, the battery and vehicle manufacturer’s instructions and cautionary markings for the battery
you are charging before applying AC power and operating the Digital 1200 Charger.
T
echnical Specifications:
AC Input:
100 to 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.5 Amps
DC Output: Up to 14.9 VDC Digitally & Temperature Controlled
Charge Mode: Up to 12 Amps (Clamps), Up to 4 Amps (Aux.)
Maintain Mode: Up to 4 Amp (Clamps & Aux.)
DC USB Output: 5.0 VDC, Up to 1 Amp
Battery Types: AGM and Flooded (Lead Acid) Batteries
- 12V Auto / Marine
- 12V Motorcycle / Power Sports
12V OPTIMA and High Performance AGM Batteries
- Starting AGMs include OPTIMA RedTop & BlueTop
- Dual Purpose AGMs include OPTIMA YellowTop & BlueTop
Cables: 6’ AC and DC Cable, 6’ Maintainer Cable
Size: 10” x 7.5” x 6.5”
Weight: 4.8 lbs.
Digital
1200
For use with 110 Volt 60 Hz AC power consistent with U.S.
and Canadian standards
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Thank you for your recent purchase of OPTIMA’s
Digital 1200 12 Volt Performance Charger
and Battery Maintainer. OPTIMA
®
h
as taken 12 Volt performance automotive charging to new
levels of design and performance. Designed with advanced digital charging technology, the
Digital 1200 delivers multi-stage charging, conditioning, automatic battery maintaining and
reconditioning modes in addition to quick set controls and an industry leading LCD information
display center. The Digital 1200 is The Ultimate Power Source
™
for all your battery charging
and maintaining needs. The u
ltra-premium Digital 1200 will fully charge and maintain all
types of 12 Volt batteries while significantly extending their lives.
Versatile Use:
For 12 Volt automotive, motorcycle, marine, tractor, power sports, RVs and more.
Benefits of OPTIMA’s Digital 1200 Charging Technology:
Microprocessor and software controlled charging.
Fully automatic, multi-stage performance charging, conditioning, maintaining and storage
reconditioning modes.
Enhances the performance of OPTIMA
®
and other
AGM batteries.
Recovers deeply discharged batteries.
Extends battery life.
Auxiliary side port compatible with supplied cable for maintaining common pre-wired
battery maintainer installations.
Quick set, single touch operation for charging by battery type or storage maintain
modes by connection type.
LCD display for charging, maintaining and fault mode indication.
USB port for convenient charging and powering of USB supported devices and accessories.
Introduction Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the OPTIMA® Digital
1200 12V Performance Charger and Battery Maintainer.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to user or property; the user must read and understand the instruction
manual and all warnings on the charger and batteries before use.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GAS MIXTURE. Read instructions in manual before using charger.
1. Connect and disconnect battery leads only when supply cord is disconnected.
2.For a battery installed in a vehicle, first connect charger output lead to ungrounded battery
post - not connected to automobile chassis - in accordance with polarity identification and then
opposite polarity lead to chassis away from battery; do not connect to carburetor or fuel
lines. Disconnect chassis lead first. For battery not installed in vehicle, refer to Instruction Manual.
3. Do not overcharge battery - See Instruction Manual.
4. Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark in vicinity of battery.
5. Use in well-ventilated area.
6. Refer to Instruction Manual for further details.
WARNING
This equipment employs parts, such as switches and relays, that tend to produce arcs or sparks and
therefore, if used in a garage, locate in a room or enclosure provided for the purpose or not less than
18 inches above the floor.
CAUTION
Risk of Electric Shock. Connect only to properly grounded outlets.
Do not expose to rain or snow.
If cords or wires/cables become damaged return complete unit to OPTIMA for service/repair immediately.
CAUTION
1. WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a. 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.
b. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those marked on the battery.
Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
2. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to an
extra-low-voltage eletrical system or to charge dry-cell batteries. Charging dry-cell batteries
may burst and cause injury to persons and property.
3. NEVER smoke, strike a match or cause a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
4. NEVER charge a frozen, damaged or leaking battery.
5. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge it, always remove grounded terminal
from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off in order to prevent an arc.
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. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps
while charging and recommended rates of charge.
7. For a charger having an output voltage selector switch, refer to the car owner’s manual in order
to determine the voltage of the battery and to make sure the output voltage is set at the correct
voltage. If an output voltage selector switch is not provided, do not use the battery charger
unless the battery voltage matches the output voltage rating of the charger.
8. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by OPTIMA
®
may result in a risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons.
9. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
10. Extension cords should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension
cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used make sure:
a. Pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those
on the plug of the charger.
b. Use only a properly wired extension cord in good electrical condition.
c. Use an industrial grade / heavy duty UL or CSA approved and grounded extension cord.
Check extension cord before use for damage, bent prongs, and cuts. Replace if damaged.
Always make your extension cord connection on the charger side first. After connecting
the extension cord to the charger proceed to plug the extension cord into a nearby 120
VAC GFCI protected (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt) outlet. Below are manufacturer
recommendations for the right size UL or CSA Approved grounded extension cord.
i. Up to 50 feet in length use a 3 conductor 18 AWG extension cord.
ii. 50 to 100 feet in length use a 3 conductor 16 AWG extension cord.
iii. 100 to 150 feet in length use a 3 conductor 14 AWG extension cord.
11. Do not operate charger if any protective AC and DC cable insulation, charging clamps, DC fuse
holders and/or maintainer ring terminals have been damaged or compromised. Return the charger
for service and repair to OPTIMA
®
immediately.
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2. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, direct hit of force, been dropped or
otherwise damaged in any way. Return the charger for service and repair to OPTIMA
®
immediately.
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3. Do not disassemble charger. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
If service or repair is required please call OPTIMA
®
customer ser
vice at 1-888-867-8462
(888-8OPTIMA) between 9am-5pm (CST) Monday through Friday, or via email at
info@optimabatteries.com. Unauthorized attempts to service, repair or modify may result
in a risk of electrical shock, fire or explosion and will void warranty.
14. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce risk.
15. Do not expose charger to rain or snow
Important Safety Instructions
16. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTR
UCTIONS
a. Charger should be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock. Charger is equipped with
an electric cord having in equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
Never alter AC cord or plug provided - If it will not fit outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock.
b.This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug
that looks like the plug illustrated in figure A. A temporary adapter, which looks like the
adapter illustrated in figure B may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle
as shown in figure B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a
qualified electrician.
DANGER
Before using adapter as illustrated, be certain that center screw of outlet plate is grounded.
The green-colored rigid ear or leg extending from adapter must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet - make certain it is grounded. If necessary, replace original outlet cover plate
screw with a longer screw that will secure adapter ear or lug to outlet cover plate and make
ground connection to grounded outlet.
Use of an adapter is not allowed in Canada. If a grounding type receptacle is not available,
do not use this appliance until the proper outlet is installed by a qualified electrician.
Figure A
Grounding pin
Grounding means
Metal screw
Adapter
Figure B
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. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
a. Consider having someone close enough or within the range of your voice to come to your
aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
b. Have plenty of soap, water and baking soda nearby in case battery acid comes in contact with
skin, clothes or eyes.
c. Wear complete eye protection, hand and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
near a battery.
d. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 15 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
e. NEVER smoke, strike a match or cause a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
f. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or
short-circuit a battery or other electrical hardware which may cause an explosion or fire.
g. Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, and jewelry
when working near a battery. A battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to
weld a ring or any other metal, causing serious burns.
h. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power
to a low voltage electrical system other than in a start-motor 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.
i. NEVER charge a frozen, damaged or leaking battery.
j. Keep other persons, children and pets away from batteries and your charger during operation
to avoid serious injury, death, fire or explosion.
k. Do not place the charger in the engine compartment or near moving parts. Place away from
the battery using the length of the DC cables.
l. Consult vehicle owner’s manual.
m. Do not use the charger’s auxiliary side port maintainer / cable assembly and the charger’s
DC charging clamps at the same time.
18. PREPARING TO CHARGE A BATTERY
CAUTION
a. When it is necessary to remove a battery from a vehicle to charge, make sure the engine
is off and all accessories in vehicle are off, as to not cause an arc. Always remove the
grounded negative terminal from the battery first.
b. Study all battery manufacturers’ specific precautions; warnings and instructions while charging
and recommended rates of charge. Never charge a battery with missing safety vent caps.
c. B e sure the area around the charger and batteries is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.
If the electrolyte is splashed into an eye, immediately force the eye open and flood it
with clean, cool water for at least 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention.
If electrolyte is taken internally, drink large quantities of water or milk. DO NOT induce
vomiting. Get prompt medical attention.
Neutralize with baking soda any electrolyte that spills on a vehicle or in the work area.
After neutralizing, rinse contaminated area clean with water.
d. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
e. For flooded batteries with removable caps, ONLY ADD DISTILLED WATER in each cell
until electrolyte reaches levels specified by the battery manufacturer. Do not over fill.
For a maintenance free battery without removable caps, such as valve regulated lead
acid batteries, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
f. De termine voltage of battery by referring to the car owner’s manual and make sure the charger is
set for the correct 12V battery type. See “Charging Battery Types and Approximate Charge Times”.
g. Do not overcharge batteries by selecting the wrong battery type or by trying to charge
a non-12 Volt as defined by the 12 Volt battery types specified in this manual.
h. Do not use the charger’s auxiliary side port maintainer / cable assembly and the charger’s DC
charging clamps at the same time.
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Charger Location & DC Connection
19. CHARGER LOCATION
CAUTION
a
.Locate charger as far away from battery as DC cables permit.
b. Never place a charger directly above a battery being charged; gases or fluids from battery
will corrode and damage charger.
c. Do not operate charger in an enclosed area or in an area with restricted ventilation in any way.
d. Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading electrolyte specific gravity
or filling a battery.
e.Do not set a battery on top of charger.
f. Do not install on or over combustible surfaces.
20. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
a.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.
b.Attach charging clamps to battery and chassis as indicated in 21 (E), 21 (F) and 22 (b)
through 22 (d).
In Vehicle Battery Charging Safety Precautions
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.FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE. A SPARK
NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK
NEAR A BATTERY:
CAUTION
a.Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door or moving engine parts.
b.Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
c.Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger
diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
d.Identify if you have a negative or positive grounded vehicle. This can be done by identifying
which battery post NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) OR POSITIVE (POS, P, +) is connected to the chassis.
e.For a negative grounded vehicle: connect the RED POSITIVE (POS, P, +) cable clamp
or ring terminal first to the positive post of the battery, then connect the BLACK NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) cable clamp or ring terminal to the vehicle’s chassis. Do not connect the
black negative (NEG, N, -) cable clamp to metal fuel lines or anywhere in proximity of
the carburetor or the battery itself. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame
or engine block
f. For a positive grounded vehicle: connect the BLACK NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) cable clamp
or ring terminal first to the negative post of the battery, then connect the RED POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) cable clamp or ring terminal to the vehicle’s chassis. Do not connect the red
positive (POS, P, +) cable clamp to metal fuel lines or anywhere in proximity of the carburetor
or the battery itself. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block
g.Connect charger ac supply cord to electric outlet.
h.When charging is completed always disconnect AC power, remove clip from vehicle chassis,
and then remove clip from battery terminal.
i. Plug charger into a properly grounded GFCI protected outlet.
j. See operating instructions for length of charge information.
k.Do not use an AC plug adapter of any kind.
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