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

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Battery

SE-520MA

2/10 Amp

12 Volt

 

 

Charger

SE-5212A

2/10/50 Amp

12 Volt

 

Owner's Manual

Models:

SE-1275A

2/12/75 Amp

12 Volt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

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;

(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

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WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

1.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.

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.

C.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

 

 

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.

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.

D.

PREPARING TO CHARGE

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

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.

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CHARGER LOCATION

 

 

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.

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.

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F.

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.

 

 

BATTERY TYPE

 

 

 

CHARGE RATE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(SWITCH #1)

 

 

 

 

 

(SWITCH #2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REGULAR

DEEP CYCLE

2 AMP

12 AMP

75 AMP

BATTERIES

BATTERIES

 

 

 

 

ENGINE START

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.

 

 

BATTERY TYPE

 

 

CHARGE RATE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(SWITCH #1)

 

 

 

 

(SWITCH #2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONVENTIONAL

MAINTENANCE

2 AMP

10 AMP

50 AMP

AND LOW

FREE AND

 

 

 

 

EN-

MAINTENANCE

DEEP CYCLE

 

 

 

 

GINE

BATTERIES

BATTERIES

 

 

 

 

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.

MANUAL AUTOMATIC FOR

 

CHARGE RATE

 

MAINTENANCE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FREE AND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(SWITCH #1)

 

DEEP CYCLE

 

(SWITCH #2)

 

 

 

 

 

BATTERIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTOMATIC FOR CONVENTIONAL

2 AMP

10 AMP

LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERIES

 

 

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).

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READING METER/LECTURA DEL MEDIDOR:

 

 

CHARGE % 100 75 50 25 0

FULL CHARGE

POWER ON

FULLY DISCHARGED BATTERY

Initial charge current to the battery is typically 10 amps. The needle points toward the 25% mark.

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

BATERIA TOTALMENTE DESCARGADA

La corriente de carga inicial a la batería es típicanmente de 10 Amperios.

La aguja apunta hacia la marca de 25%.

(SE-520MA Porta una señal LED, de carga completa)

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHARGE % 100

75 50 25 0

 

CHARGE % 100

75 50 25 0

 

FULL CHARGE

POWER ON

 

FULL CHARGE

POWER ON

 

 

 

 

 

APPROACHES FULL CHARGE

 

FULLY CHARGED BATTERY

Charge current to the battery is

 

Charge current to the battery is 0

typically 5 amps. The needle points

 

amps. And, the Full Charge

toward the 100% mark.

 

green LED glows. The needle points

 

 

 

toward the Full Charge LED.

ACERCANDOSE A PLENA CARGA

 

BATERIA A PLENA CARGA

La corriente de carga a la batería es

 

La corriente de carga a labatería es de 0

típicamente de 5 Amperios.

 

amperios y la LED verde se enciende. La

La aguja apunta hacia la marca de 100%

 

aguja apunta hacia la luz verde

 

 

 

de carga completa.

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DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

 

 

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.

2.Attach clips to battery posts and twist or rock back and forth several times to make a good connections This tends to keep clips from slipping off terminals and helps to reduce risk of sparking.

I.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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