Schumacher INC-2405A User Manual

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Model / Modelo / Modèle: INC-2405A

For 24-Volt Batteries / Para Baterías de 24-Voltios / Pour Batteries de 24-V

Voltage / Tensión / Tension: 24

Amperage / Amperaje / Ampérage: 5

OWNER’S MANUAL

Manual del usuario

GUIDE D’UTILISATION

READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE

USING THIS PRODUCT

LEA EL MANUAL COMPLETO ANTES DE

UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO

LIRE ENTIÈREMENT LE GUIDE AVANT

D’UTILISER CE PRODUIT

00-99-000904/0409

Table of Contents / ÍNDICE / TABLE DES MATIÈRES

Section / SECCIÓN / Partie

Page / PÀGINA

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 

1

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

 

2

PREPARING TO CHARGE

 

3

CHARGER LOCATION

 

3

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

 

3

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS

 

 

INSTALLED IN VEHICLE.

 

4

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS

 

 

OUTSIDE VEHICLE

 

4

battery charging - ac connections

 

5

assembly instructions

 

5

PRODUCT FEATURES

 

6

mounting charger to a flat surface

 

6

control panel

 

6

operating instructions

 

7

calculating charge time

 

7

maintenance instructions

 

8

storage instructions

 

9

troubleshooting

 

9

before returning for repair

 

9

technical specifications

 

10

replacement parts

 

11

LIMITED WARRANTY

 

11

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES

13

PRECAUCIONES PERSONALES

 

14

PREPARación de la carga

 

15

UBICACIÓN DEL CARGADOR

15

PRECAUCIONES DE LA CONEXIÓN CC

16

SIGA ESTOS PASOS AL INSTALAR UNA BATERÍA EN

 

EL VEHÍCULO.

16

SIGA ESTOS PASOS cuando la batería esté

 

afuera del vehículo.

17

BATERIA CARGANDO - CONEXIONES AC

17

INSTRUCCIONES DE ENSAMBLAJE

18

características del producto

18

MONTAJE DEL CARGADOR SOBRE UNA SUPERFICIE PLANA 19

PANEL DE CONTROL

19

INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN

19

CÁLCULO DE TIEMPO DE CARGA

20

INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO

21

INSTRUCCIONES DE ALMACENAJE

21

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS

22

ANTES DE DEVOLVER EL CARGADOR PARA REPARACIÓN

22

ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS

23

INSTRUCCIONES PARA ENSAMBLE

23

GARANTÍA LIMITADA

24

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

26

PRÉCAUTIONS PERSONNELLES

27

PRÉPARATION POUR LE CHARGEMENT

28

EMPLACEMENT DU CHARGEUR

28

PRÉCAUTIONS SUR LA CONNEXION C.C.

29

ÉTAPES À SUIVRE QUAND LA BATTERIE EST

 

INSTALLÉE DANS UN VÉHICULE.

29

ÉTAPES À SUIVRE QUAND LA BATTERIE EST

 

INSTALLÉE HORS DU VÉHICULE.

30

CHARGEMENT D’UNE BATTERIE – RACCORDEMENTS C.A.

30

DIRECTIVES DE MONTAGE

31

CARACTÉRISTIQUES

32

INSTALLER LE CHARGEUR SUR UNE SURFACE PLANE

32

PANNEAU DE CONTRÔLE

32

CONSIGNES D’UTILISATION

33

CALCUL DU TEMPS DE CHARGEMENT

34

CONSIGNES D’ENTRETIEN

35

DIRECTIVES D’ENTREPOSAGE

35

TABLEAU DE DÉPANNAGE

35

AVANT DE L’ENVOYER POUR RÉPARATION

36

SPÉCIFICATIONS TECHNIQUES

36

PIÈCES DE REMPLACEMENT

37

GARANTIE LIMITÉE

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IMPORTANT: read and save this safety and instruction manual.

1.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: This battery charger is to be used for charging 24 volt batteries only. Use of this charger on other batteries could lead to severe property damage or personal injury.

1.1SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The INC-2405A 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.

1.2WARNING: 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.

1.3Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.

1.4Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Schumacher® Electric Corporation may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons or damage to property.

1.5To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.

1.6An extension cord 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:

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 specified in the table in Section 8.2.

1.7Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; take it to a qualified service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

1.8Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

1.9Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified service person when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire or electric shock. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

1.10To 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.

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WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

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.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 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.

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 your skin, clothing or eyes.

2.3Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.

2.4If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.

2.5NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.

2.6Be 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.

2.7Remove 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 this charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system. 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.

2.9NEVER charge a frozen battery.

2.10NEVER overcharge a battery.

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3.PREPARING TO CHARGE

3.1If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.

3.2Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.

3.3Clean 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 battery acid and help eliminate airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.

3.4Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve regulated lead-acid-batteries, carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.

3.5Read, 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 specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.

3.6Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual 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 first.

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

4.CHARGER LOCATION

4.1Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.

4.2Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.

4.3Do not set the battery on top of the charger.

4.4Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the electrolyte specific gravity or filling the battery.

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

5.DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

5.1Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after turning the charger off and removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet. Never allow the clips to touch each other.

5.2Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in steps 6.5, 6.6 and 7.2 through 7.4.

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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:

6.1Position the AC and DC cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door and moving or hot engine parts.

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

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

6.4Determine 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.

6.5For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the 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.

6.6For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the 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 sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

6.7When disconnecting the charger, turn all switches to off, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from the battery terminal.

6.8See CALCULATING CHARGE TIME for length of charge information.

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:

7.1Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.

7.2Attach at least a 24-inch long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.

7.3Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.

7.4Position 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 clip to the free end of the cable.

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7.5Do not face the battery when making the final connection.

7.6When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse order of the connecting procedure and break the first connection while as far away from the 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

8.1This battery charger is for use on nominal 100 - 240 volt circuits.

DANGER – Never alter AC cord or plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock.

8.2Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cords for battery chargers:

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC input rating,

 

 

AWG size of cord

 

 

amperesa

 

Length of cord, feet (m)

 

 

At least

But less

25

50

100

 

150

 

than

(7.6)

(15.2)

(30.5)

 

(45.6)

 

 

 

 

0

2

18

 

18

18

 

16

 

2

3

18

 

18

 

16

 

14

 

3

4

18

 

18

 

16

 

14

 

4

5

18

 

18

 

14

 

12

 

5

6

18

 

16

 

14

 

12

 

6

8

18

 

16

 

12

 

10

 

8

10

18

 

14

 

12

 

10

 

10

12

16

 

14

 

10

 

8

 

12

14

16

 

12

 

10

 

8

 

14

16

16

 

12

 

10

 

8

 

16

18

14

 

12

 

8

 

8

 

18

20

14

 

12

 

8

 

6

 

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

9.assembly instructions

No assembly required.

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10.PRODUCT FEATURES

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2

4

3

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1.Charger Status LEDs (located on side of unit)

2.Battery Clamp Output Cord

3.3 Pin XLR 3-12C Output Cord

4.3/8” Dia. Ring Terminal Output Cord

5.AC Cord

11.mounting charger to a flat surface

Do not mount charger in a location with restricted air flow. The area where the charger is to be fastened must be dry, well ventilated and away from any combustible material and fumes.

11.1Turn off and disconnect charger.

11.2Place the back of the charger with mounting bracket against a secure, flat surface.

11.3Securely mount charger to a flat surface with a minimum of one and a half inches of clearance on each side.

12.control panel

12.1POWER ON (red) LED – The red POWER ON LED lights up when the charger is plugged in and receiving AC power.

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12.2CHARGING STATUS (yellow and green) LED – The CHARGING STATUS LED glows yellow when the charger is charging and green when the battery is charged and in maintain mode.

LED Color/Flash Pattern

Explanation

Red On

AC Power Present

Yellow On

Charging

Green On

Charge Complete

13.operating instructions

WARNING: Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or an explosion. Read the entire instruction manual before use.

13.1Make sure that the charger is unplugged from the AC outlet.

13.2Connect one of the three optional output cables to the charger output connector.

13.3Connect the other end of the output cable to the battery.

13.4Plug the charger into the AC outlet. The POWER ON (red) LED will glow to show that AC power is present. Then the green and yellow LED will blink once as a self-test to make sure that the LED is operating properly.

13.5After three seconds, the CHARGING (yellow) LED will glow to show that charging has begun. If none of the LEDs glow, or if the CHARGING (yellow) LED does not glow, refer to the troubleshooting section. Charge time may vary from less than one hour to 12 hours.

13.6When charging is complete, the CHARGED (green) LED will glow and the charger will automatically go into maintain mode. If desired, the charger can now be unplugged from the AC outlet.

NOTE: If the battery has not reached at least 18-volts after five minutes of charging or at least 24-volts after four hours of charging, the charger will abort the charging process and turn the yellow LED off.

14.calculating charge time

To determine the time needed to fully charge your battery, you must first determine the battery’s charge level with a hydrometer or electronic

Percent-of-Charge Tester. The following table will help you convert hydrometer readings to percent of charge values.

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Specific Gravity

Percent of Charge

Percent of Charge

 

 

Needed

1.265

100%

0%

1.225

75%

25%

1.155

25%

75%

1.120

0%

100%

When the percent of charge and the Amp Hour (AH) rating of your battery is known, you can calculate the approximate time needed to bring your battery to a full charge.

To convert Reserve Capacity to Amp Hours, divide Reserve Capacity by 2, and add 16:

Example:

Amp Hour Rating = Reserve Capacity + 16 2

NOTE: The Reserve Capacity can be obtained from the battery specification sheet or the owner’s manual.

To calculate the time needed for a charge:

1.Find the percent of charge needed (a battery at 50 percent charge that will be charged to 100 percent needs another 50 percent (.5).

2.Multiply the Amp Hour Rating by the charge needed (.5) and divide by the charger setting (5 amps).

3.Multiply the results by 1.25, and you will have the total time needed, in hours, to bring the battery to a full charge.

4.Add an additional hour for a deep-cycle battery.

Example:

Amp Hour Rating x % of charge needed x 1.25 = hours of charge Charger Setting

100 (AH Rating) x .50 (charge needed) x 1.25 = 12.5 hours 5 (Charger Setting)

100 x .50 x 1.25 = 12.5

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A 100-Ampere Hour Battery must charge for 12 ½ hours when using the above example.

15.maintenance instructions

15.1Before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery charger (see sections 6.7 and 7.6).

15.2After use, unplug the charger and use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the terminals, cords, and the charger case.

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15.3Have any cracked or frayed cables replaced by an authorized service person.

15.4Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-service- able parts.

16.storage instructions

16.1Store charger unplugged, in an upright position. Cord will still conduct electricity until it is unplugged from the outlet.

16.2Store inside, in a dry, cool place (unless you’re using an on-board Marine Charger).

16.3Do not store clips on handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped to cables.

17.troubleshooting

LED GUIDE/PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

The charger is plugged in

No power at the AC

Check for open fuse or

but the POWER ON (red)

receptacle.

circuit breaker supplying

LED is not lit.

 

AC outlet.

 

Poor electrical connection.

Check power cord and

 

 

extension cord for loose

 

 

fitting plug.

 

The battery charger is not

Call customer service

 

functioning properly.

(1-800-621-5485).

The battery is connected

Battery connectors are not

Check for poor connection

and the POWER ON

making a good connec-

at battery. Make sure con-

(red) LED is on, but the

tion.

necting points are clean.

CHARGING (yellow) LED

The battery is bad.

Have the battery checked

is not lit and charger is not

charging.

 

by a qualified service

 

 

person.

 

The battery charger is not

Call customer service

 

functioning properly.

(1-800-621-5485).

18.before returning for repair

Please do not return for repair before speaking to a customer service representative (1-800-621-5485).

18.1When a charging problem arises, make certain that the battery is capable of accepting a normal charge. Use a good battery to double check all connections, AC outlet for a full 120-volts, charger clamps for correct polarity, and the quality of the connections from the cables to the output connector and from the output connector to the battery system. The output connectors must be clean.

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