Schumacher SE-520MA, SE-1275A, SE-5212A User Manual

Battery Charger Models:

SE-520MA 2/10 Amp 12 Volt SE-5212A 2/10/50 Amp 12 Volt SE-1275A 2/12/75 Amp 12 Volt

Owner's 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.

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains

important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Models: SE-520MA, SE-5212A and SE-1275A. A BATTERY CHARGER RECEIVES AC POWER FROM THE ELECTRIC OUTLET AND DELIVERS DC CURRENT TO THE BATTERY.

2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1 ) battery charger, (2) battery and (3) product using battery.

3. CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only lead acid type rechargeable batteries: Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

4. Do not expose to rain or snow.

5. Use 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.

6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

8. An 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 extension cord must be used, make sure: (a) That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of plug on charger;

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(b) That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition;and (c) That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below:

AC INPUT RATING, AMPERES AWG SIZE OF CORD Equal to or but less than Length of Cord, Feet Greater than 25 50 100 150

0 2 18 18 18 16 2 3 18 18 18 14 6 8 18 16 12 10

9. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug replace it immediately.

10. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

11. Do 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.

12. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION

801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS 60056-2179

Send Warranty Product Repairs to: 1025 E. Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280

Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485

00-00-000579/0103

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 - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

2. 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 markings on these products and on engine.

1. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a leadacid battery.

2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.

3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.

4. 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 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.

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

6. Be 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.

1. 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.

2. 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 nonmetallic material as a fan.

3. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.

4. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. This helps

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

PREPARING TO CHARGE

7. 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 bum.

8. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a lowvoltage electrical system other than in an automotive 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.

9. NEVER charge a frozen battery.

purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.

5. Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates or charge.

6. Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner's manual and make sure that output voltage selector switch is set as correct voltage. If charger has adjustable charge rate, charge battery initially at lowest rate.

1. Locate charger as far away from battery as DC cables permit.

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

3. Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading gravity or filling battery.

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

CHARGER LOCATION

5. Do not set a battery on top of charger.

6. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

7. Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger.

8. Do not set battery charger on flammable items like carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard etc. Charger may damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.

BATTERY CHARGER CONTROLS

OPERATION - Model SE-1275-A

Two switches permit Battery Type and Charge Rate selection. Switch #1 permits selection of either Conventional or Maintenance Free and Deep Cycle batteries. If you are not sure of your battery type, use the (Regular) Conventional Setting. Switch #2 (3 Charge Rate Modes) Mode 1 -- Select 2 amp automatic for 12 volt smaller (<31 AH (Ampere Hour)) or warm larger lead-acid batteries. Mode 2 -- Select 12 amp automatic for larger 12 volt batteries for a fast charge. Mode 3 -- Select 75 amp Engine Start to assist in engine cranking of 12 volt systems. DO NOT use on 6 volt systems. Use the 75 amp engine start position for cranking automobiles or light trucks. Use only with battery in the vehicle. This will reduce the chance of damaging sensitive electronic equipment in the vehicle.

2 AMP

CHARGE RATE

(SWITCH #2)(SWITCH #1)

12 AMP

75 AMP ENGINE START

BATTERY TYPE

REGULAR BATTERIES

DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES

OPERATION -- Model SE-5212-A

Two switches permit Battery Type and Charge Rates selection Switch #1 permits selection of either Conventional or Maintenance Free and Deep Cycle batteries. If you are not sure of your battery type, use the (Regular) Conventional Setting. Switch #2 (3 Charge Rate Modes) Mode 1 -- Select 2 amp automatic for 12 volt smaller (<31 AH (Ampere Hour)) or warm larger lead-acid batteries. Mode 2 -- Select 10 amp automatic for larger 12 volt batteries for a fast charge. Mode 3 -- Select 50 amp Engine Start to assist in engine cranking of 12 volt systems. DO NOT use on 6 volt systems. Use the 50 amp engine start position for cranking automobiles or light trucks. Use only with battery in the vehicle. This will reduce the chance of damaging sensitive electronic equipment in the vehicle.

MANUAL

AUTOMATIC FOR CONVENTIONAL LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERIES

AUTOMATIC FOR

(SWITCH #1)

MAINTENANCE FREE AND DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES

CHARGE RATE

(SWITCH #2)

2 AMP 10 AMP

Mode #2--Automatic Position for Conventional Batteries. If you are not sure of your battery type, use the (Regular) Conventional Setting. Mode 3--Automatic Position for Maintenance Free and Deep Cycle batteries. Switch #2 (2 Charge Rate Modes) Select either 2 amp Charge Rate for small batteries or 10 amp Charge Rate for larger batteries.

NOTE: A buzz, or hum is normal when the output cables have been disconnected and the AC power cord is still connected to an electrical source (i.e. wall outlet).

BATTERY TYPE

(SWITCH #1)

CONVENTIONAL AND LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERIES

MAINTENANCE FREE AND DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES

CHARGE RATE

(SWITCH #2)

2 AMP

10 AMP

LLL

50 AMP EN-

GINE

START

OPERATION -- SE-520-MA

This charger has two switches. Switch #1 Mode 1--Manual Position: Use for charging in 2 amp or 10 amp Charge Rates on 12 volt batteries only. This charging must be monitored and stop charging when the battery is charged. Overcharging will damage the battery.

READING METER/LECTURA DEL MEDIDOR:

CHARGE % 100 75 50 25 0

POWER ONFULL CHARGE

FULLY DISCHARGED BATTERY

Initial charge current to the battery is typically 10 amps. The needle points

(SE-520MA has one LED, Full Charge)

BATERIA TOTALMENTE DESCARGADA

La corriente de carga inicial a la batería es

La aguja apunta hacia la marca de 25%.

toward the 25% mark.

típicanmente de 10 Amperios.

(SE-520MA Porta una señal LED,

de carga completa)

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

CHARGE % 100 75 50 25 0 CHARGE % 100 75 50 25 0

APPROACHES FULL CHARGE

Charge current to the battery is

typically 5 amps. The needle points

ACERCANDOSE A PLENA CARGA

La corriente de carga a la batería es

La aguja apunta hacia la marca de 100%

1. Connect and disconnect DC output clips only after setting any charger switches to 2 AMP position and then removing AC cord from electric outlet. Never allow clips to touch each other.

POWER ONFULL CHARGE POWER ONFULL CHARGE

toward the 100% mark.

típicamente de 5 Amperios.

2. Attach clips to battery posts and twist or rock back and

FULLY CHARGED BATTERY

Charge current to the battery is 0

amps. And, the Full Charge

green LED glows. The needle points

toward the Full Charge LED.

BATERIA A PLENA CARGA

La corriente de carga a labatería es de 0

amperios y la LED verde se enciende. La

aguja apunta hacia la luz verde

de carga completa.

forth several times to make a good connections This tends to keep clips from slipping off terminals and helps to reduce risk of sparking.

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE

A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION TO REDUCE RISK OF SPARK NEAR BATTERY:

1. Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.

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

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

4. Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected to the chassis). If negative post is grounded to chassis (as in most vehicles), see No. 5. If positive post is grounded to the chassis, see No. 6.

5. For a 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 gage metal part of the frame or engine block.

6. For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from battery charger to NEGATIVE (NEG,

GROUND

(NEG)

FIGURE 7 CONNECTION TO NEGATIVE

GROUNDED BATTERY

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-mebl body parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of the frame or engine block.

7. When disconnecting charger, disconnect AC cord, remove clip from vehicle chassis, and then remove clip from battery terminal, in that order.

8. See charge period for length of charge information.

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