Schumacher 1015, 1010-2, 1010, CM-1, 82-6 User Manual

280-600

ELECTRIC CORP.

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

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

A. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important

safety and operating instructions for battery charger Models.
MODELS: #2, CM-1, SE-82-6, SE-83, SE-84, SE-86, SE-1010, SE-1010-2,
SE-1015, MC-1, WS-63, WS-84, WS-86, WS-212, WS-1010, WS-1015,
WS-1020.
Also models SEC-1, SE-82-6, SEC-84, SEC-86, SEC-1010, SEC-1010-2,
SEC-1015, SEC-1020.
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. 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.

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

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

7. 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

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

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 18
2 3 18 18 16 14
3 4 18 18 16 14

8. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace them immediately.

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

10. 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 tire.

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

B. 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 INSTRUCTION EXACTLY.

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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 marking 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 lead-acid 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 not to drop 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 burn.

8. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power

to a low-voltage 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 non- metallic 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 manufacturers recharging instructions.

5. Study all battery manufacturers 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 at correct voltage. If charger has adjustable charge
rate, charge battery initially at lowest rate.

E. 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 chuger to rain or snow.

F. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

1. Connect and disconnect DC output clips only after setting any chuger switches to off

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