Model: SC-600A
Automatic Battery Charger
Voltage: 6, 12
Amperage: 2, 4, 6
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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USING THIS PRODUCT
00-99-000396/0408
IMPORTANT: read and save this safety and instruction manual.
1.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model SC-600A.
1.2Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
1.3Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
1.4To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
1.5An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure:
•That 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 specified in Table 8.3.
1.6Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug; take to a qualified service person. (Call customer service at: 800-621-5485.)
1.7Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. (Call customer service at: 800-621-5485.)
1.8Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. (Call customer service at: 800-621-5485.)
1.9To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
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.
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.
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2.PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
2.1Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2.2Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
2.3Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
2.4If 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 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
2.5NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
2.6Be 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.
2.7Remove 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.
2.8Use 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 starter-mo- tor 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.
2.9NEVER charge a frozen battery.
3.PREPARING TO CHARGE
3.1If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.
3.2Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged.
3.3Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
3.4Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve regulated lead acid batteries, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
3.5Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.
3.6Determine voltage of battery by referring to vehicle 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.
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4.CHARGER LOCATION
4.1Locate charger as far away from battery as DC cables permit.
4.2Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
4.3Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading electrolyte specific gravity or filling battery.
4.4Do not operate charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.
4.5Do not set a battery on top of charger.
5.DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
5.1Connect 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.
5.2Attach clips to battery and chassis, as indicated in 6.5, 6.6, and 7.2 through 7.4.
6.FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE.
A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY:
6.1Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.
6.2Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
6.3Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,–) post.
6.4Determine 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).
6.5For 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 gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
6.6For 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 gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
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6.7When disconnecting charger, turn switches to off, disconnect AC cord, remove clip from vehicle chassis, and then remove clip from battery terminal.
6.8See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for length of charge information.
7.FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE.
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY:
7.1Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.
7.2Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) battery post.
7.3Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery.
7.4Position yourself and free end of cable as far away from battery as possible – then connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to free end of cable.
7.5Do not face battery when making final connection.
7.6When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break first connection while as far away from battery as practical.
7.7A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it onboard requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
8.battery charging - ac connections
8.1For all grounded cord-connected battery chargers:
•GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS – Charger should be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock. Charger is equipped with an electric cord having an equipmentgrounding 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.
8.2For grounded, cord-connected battery chargers with an input rating less than 15 amperes and intended for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit:
•This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A in Figure
8.8.A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded
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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 lug ex tending 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.
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aIf the input rating of a charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the voltage rating ± for example:
1250 watts/125 volts = 10 amperes
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8.4
Grounding Methods
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9.speedcharge control
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9.1BATTERY SIZE
Use this button to set the charge rate to one of the following three:
•2A SMALL or 4A MEDIUM: Intended for charging small batteries such as those commonly used in garden tractors, snow mobiles and motorcycles. The 2A rate is not intended to be used as a trickle charger for larger batteries.
•6A LARGE: Use for charging automotive and marine batteries. Not intended for industrial applications.
9.2BATTERY TYPE BUTTON
Use this button to set the type of battery to be charged to one of the following two:
•12 Volt: This is the type of battery usually used in cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
•6 Volt: This is the type of battery usually used in antique and some specialized vehicles.
10.Assembly Instructions
No assembly required.
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