Model: PSC-2516A
25 AMP Fully Automatic Battery Charger
For 16 Volt AGM Batteries
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Important Safety Instructions
Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully
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 each time before using your charger, you read this manual and follow the instructions exactly.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY |
1.Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all instructions and cautions printed on:
•Battery Charger
•Battery
•Vehicle or unit using battery
2.Use battery charger on LEAD ACID type rechargeable batteries only, such as used on race cars. Charger is not intended to supply power to low-voltage electrical system other than in an automotive application.
WARNING: Do not use battery charger for charging drycell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
3.Use only attachments recommended or sold by manufacturer. Use of non-recommended attachments may result in fire, electric shock, or injury.
4.When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug not by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to cord or plug.
5.Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to damage or stress.
6.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have cord replaced immediately.
7.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified professional for inspection and repair.
8.Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified professional when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
9.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
10.Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire or 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.
•Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
•Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger, as specified below:
Length of cord (feet): |
25 |
50 |
100 |
150 |
AWG size of cord: |
18 |
16 |
12 |
10 |
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11.Always charge battery in a well-ventilated area.
NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted area without adequate ventilation.
WARNING: Risk of explosive gas.
12.Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger cables permit.
13.Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
14.NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging.
15.NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery.
16.NEVER set a battery on top of charger.
17.NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged. Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
18.NEVER touch the battery clamps together when the charger is energized.
19.NEVER crank engine with charger attached to battery. WARNING: Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger. Do not set on flammable items like carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc. Will damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.
Send Warranty Product Repairs to: Schumacher Electric Corporation, 1025 E. Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280 Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485
00-99-000540/0705
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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY |
1.WARNING: Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection when working with lead-acid batteries.
2.Make sure someone is within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work with or near a lead-acid battery.
3.Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use if battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
4.Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery. Acid particles (corrosion) may get into your eyes! If acid enters your eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
5.Remove all 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.
6.Take care not to drop a metal tool or other metal onto the battery. Metal may cause sparking or short circuit the battery or another electrical device. Sparking may cause an explosion.
7.Always operate battery charger in an open, wellventilated area.
8.NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine. Batteries generate explosive gases!
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PREPARING TO CHARGE |
1.Make sure you have a 16 volt lead-acid battery.
2.Clean battery terminals. Take care to keep corrosion from coming in contact with your eyes.
3.If required, add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches levels specified by battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.
4.Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, and recommended rates of charge.
5.Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan.
6.If 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.
7.A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
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LED DISPLAY |
LED Indicators: The battery charger has three LED lights. They indicate different functions.
RED LED - A steady glow indicates POWER ON. Red LED flashes if there is a problem. (i.e. battery isn't charged within 8 hours).
YELLOW LED - A steady glow indicates proper connection to the battery. Flashing yellow indicates no connection or reverse connection.
GREEN LED - A steady glow indicates that Float-mode Monitoring is keeping your battery maintained at full charge.
As a safety precaution, after 24-hours of charging, the charger automatically switchs OFF.
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CIRCUIT BREAKER |
This battery charger is equipped with a self-resetting circuit breaker. This device protects the charger from temporary overloads. In the event of an overload, the circuit breaker will trip open and after a short cooling off period will reset automatically. This process is known as cycling and can be recognized by an audible clicking sound.
NOTE: Clicking sound is normal. Wait until charger automatically resets itself.
CAUTION: Persistent clicking (more than 30 minutes) may indicate reverse connection or shorted battery cells. (See
TROUBLESHOOTING)
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