Schumacher XC75,XC75W,XC103,XC103W Owner's Manual
0099001038-03
Models / Modelos:
XC75, XC75W, XC103, XC103W
Automatic Battery Charger
Cargador de baterías automático
OWNERS MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. This manual
will explain how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these
instructions and precautions carefully.
POR FAVOR CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL DEL USUARIO Y LEALO ANTES DE CADA
USO. En este manual le explica cómo utilizar el cargador de batería de manera segura y
conable. Por favor, lea y siga las siguientes instrucciones y precauciones.
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................3
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...........................................................................3
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................... 4
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS .............................................4
FEATURES ..................................................................................................................... 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................... 5
MAINTENANCE AND CARE .......................................................................................... 7
TROUBLESHOOTING AND ERROR CODES ................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................9
BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS ........................................................................10
LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................................................................10
WARRANTY CARD / TARJETA DE GARANTÍA ........................................................... 19
CONTENIDOS
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD ................................................. 11
PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD PERSONAL ........................................................11
INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE ................................................................................12
CONEXIONES A TIERRA Y ENERGÍA DE CA .............................................................12
CARACTERISTÍCAS ....................................................................................................12
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN ............................................................................13
MANTENIMIENTO Y CUIDADO ................................................................................... 16
LOCALIZACIÓN Y RESOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS Y CODIGO DE ERROR ...........16
ESPECIFICACIONES ................................................................................................... 18
ANTES DE DEVOLVER A REPARACIONES ...............................................................18
GARANTÍA LIMITADA ...................................................................................................18
WARRANTY CARD / TARJETA DE GARANTÍA ........................................................... 19
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON,
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE
THE CHARGER.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published
by the manufacturer of the battery and any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity
of the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
WARNING: 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.
Wash hands after handling.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Use the battery charger on LEAD-ACID,
GEL and AGM-type rechargeable batteries,
as used in automobiles, trucks, tractors,
airplanes, vans, RVs, trolling motors, etc.
This charger is not intended to supply
power to low-voltage electrical systems,
other than in a motor-starting application.
WARNING: Do not use battery charger with
dry cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances. These batteries may burst
and cause injury or damage to property.
• Use only attachments recommended or sold
by the battery charger’s manufacturer. Use
of non-recommended attachments may
result in a re, electric shock or injury.
• Locate the battery charger’s power cord so
it cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or
subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not operate the charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way. Take it to a qualied
professional for inspection and repair.
• Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to a
qualied professional when service or repair
is required.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Always charge the battery in a well-
ventilated area.
• Do not set the charger on ammable
materials, such as carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc.
• NEVER smoke or allow sparks or ames in
the vicinity of the battery or engine.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GAS.
• Operate the charger as far away from the
battery as DC charger cables permit.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
• NEVER charge a frozen battery.
• NEVER set a battery on top of the charger.
• NEVER place the charger directly above a
battery being charged. Gases from the
battery will corrode and damage the charger.
• NEVER touch the battery clamps together
when the charger is energized.
• When disconnecting the battery charger, pull
by the plug, not by the cord. Pulling on the
cord may cause damage to the cord or plug.
• Do not operate the charger with a damaged
cord or plug.
• NEVER allow battery acid to drip onto the
charger.
• NEVER overcharge a battery.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Wear complete eye protection and
protective clothing when working near
lead-acid batteries. Always have someone
nearby for help.
• Have plenty of fresh water, soap and baking
soda nearby for use, in case battery acid
contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash
immediately with soap and water and seek
medical attention.
• If battery acid comes in contact with eyes,
ush eyes immediately for a minimum 10
minutes and get medical attention.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with
baking soda before attempting to clean up.
• Remove all personal metal items from your
body, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches. A battery can produce a short
circuit current high enough to weld a ring to
metal, causing a severe burn.
• Do not drop a metal tool onto the battery.
• If it is necessary to remove the battery from
the vehicle to charge it, always remove the
grounded terminal rst.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
• Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the
cables prior to using the battery charger.
• Included with your charger are two cord
wrap cleats for storage of the clamp cables.
To install, align the two tabs with the two
receptacles on the back of the charger and
push until you hear a snap.
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
This battery charger is for use on a nominal
120 volt circuit. The plug must be plugged
into an outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. The plug pins must t the
receptacle (outlet). Do not use with an
ungrounded system.
NOTE: Pursuant to Canadian Regulations,
use of an adapter plug is not allowed in
Canada. Use of an adapter plug in the
United States is not recommended and
should not be used.
USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If you must use an
extension cord, follow these guidelines:
• Pins on plug of extension cord must be the
same number, size, and shape as those of
plug on charger.
• Ensure that the extension cord is properly
wired and in good electrical condition.
• Wire size must be large enough for the AC
ampere rating of charger, as specied below:
Length of cord (feet)
25 50 100 150
AWG* size of cord
18 16 14 14
*AWG-American Wire Gauge
FEATURES
DIGITAL DISPLAY
The Digital Display gives a digital indication
of voltage or % of charge. The display will
show the battery VOLTAGE when the
charger is not charging a battery. When it
goes into charging mode, the display will
automatically change to ON (to show
charging has started) and then show the
percent-of-charge of the battery being
charged and either 6 or 12 (the voltage the
charger determined the battery is). If you
manually stop the charging process (by
pressing the RATE SELECTION button)
before the battery is fully charged, the
display will show OFF.
• Battery % – The digital display shows an
estimated charge percentage of the battery
connected to the charger’s battery clamps.
• Voltage – The Digital Display shows the
voltage at the charger battery clamps, in
DC volts.
RATE SELECTION
Press this button until the desired charge
rate is selected.
• 3A MAINTAIN – Used to keep stored
lead-acid batteries charged. Charges and
maintains small batteries. Maintains large
batteries that are already fully charged.
• 5A CHARGE – For charging small batteries,
such as those commonly used in garden
tractors, snowmobiles and motorcycles.
Also used to completely charge deep-cycle
batteries.
• 20 A or 30A FAST CHARGE – For charging
automotive, marine and light truck batteries.
Not intended for industrial applications.
• 75 A or 100A ENGINE START – Provides
high amperage for cranking an engine with
a weak or run-down battery. Always use in
combination with a battery.
NOTE: Once the charger has started
charging the battery; if you press the Rate
Selection button once, the output current is
shut off and the display will show OFF, and
then the battery voltage. If you press the
Rate Selection button again, the current will
go back on at the same setting it was when
it was turned off.
LED INDICATORS
CONNECTED (red) LED lit: The
charger is properly connected to the battery
CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED lit:
The charger has detected a battery and is
charging it.
CHARGING (yellow/orange) LED
ashing: The charger is in abort mode.
CHARGED (green) LED lit: The
battery is fully charged and the charger is in
maintain mode.
NOTE: See the Operating Instructions
section for a complete description of the
charger modes.
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BATTERY TYPE BUTTON
Use this button to set the type of battery
to charge.
•
– Used in cars, trucks and motorcycles,
these batteries have vent caps and are often
marked “low maintenance” or “maintenancefree”. This type of battery is designed to
deliver quick bursts of energy (such as
starting engines) and has a greater plate
count. The plates are thinner and have
somewhat different material composition.
Regular batteries should not be used for
deep-cycle applications.
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– The Absorbed Glass Mat
construction allows the electrolyte to be
suspended in close proximity with the
plate’s active material. In theory, this
enhances both the discharge and recharge
efciency. The AGM batteries are a variant
of Sealed VRLA (valve regulated lead-acid)
batteries. Popular uses include high-
performance engine starting, power sports,
deep-cycle, solar and storage batteries.
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– The electrolyte in a GEL cell has a
silica additive that causes it to set up or
stiffen. The recharge voltages on this type of
cell are lower than those for other styles of
lead-acid battery. This is probably the most
sensitive cell in terms of adverse reactions to
overvoltage charging. Gel batteries are best
used in VERY DEEP cycle application and
may last a bit longer in hot weather
applications. If the wrong battery charger is
used on a gel cell battery, poor performance
and premature failure will result.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A spark near battery may cause
a battery explosion.
IMPORTANT: Do not start the vehicle with
the charger connected to the AC outlet, or it
could result in damage to the charger
CHARGING A BATTERY IN THE VEHICLE
1. Turn off all the vehicle’s accessories.
2. Keep the hood open.
3. Clean the battery terminals.
4. Place the charger on a dry, non-
ammable surface.
5. Lay the AC/DC cables away from any
fan blades, belts, pulleys and other
moving parts.
6. For a negative-ground vehicle (as in
most vehicles), connect the charger’s
POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) battery post. Next, connect
the charger’s NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp
to the vehicle chassis or engine block,
away from the battery.
7. For a positive-ground vehicle, connect the
charger’s NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post. Next,
connect the charger’s POSITIVE (RED)
clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine
block away from the battery. NEVER
connect any clamps to the carburetor, fuel
lines or sheet-metal body parts.
8. Connect the charger to an electrical outlet.
9. Select the battery type and charge rate.
10. When charging is complete, disconnect
the charger from the AC power, remove
the clamps from the vehicle’s chassis,
and then remove the clamp from the
battery terminal.
CHARGING A BATTERY OUTSIDE
OF THE VEHICLE
1. Place battery in a well-ventilated area.
2. Clean the battery terminals.
3. Connect a 24-inch long, 6-gauge (AWG)
insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) battery post (i.e., jumper
cable) (not provided).
4. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to
the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post.
5. Position yourself and the “negative post
extension” cable as far away from the
battery as possible, and connect the
NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the cable’s
free end.
6. Connect the charger to the electrical outlet.
7. Select the battery type and charge rate.
8. When charging is complete, disconnect
the charger from the AC power,
disconnect the negative clamp, and nally
the positive clamp.
9. A marine (boat) battery must be removed
and charged on shore.
NOTE: This charger is equipped with an
auto-start feature. Current will not be
supplied to the battery clamps until a battery
is properly connected. The clamps will not
spark if touched together.
AUTOMATIC CHARGING MODE
When an Automatic Charge is performed,
the charger switches to the maintain mode
automatically after the battery is charged.
ABORTED CHARGE
If charging cannot be completed normally,
charging will abort. When charging aborts,
the charger’s output is shut off and the
CHARGING
(yellow/orange) LED
will ash.
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The digital display will show an error code
(see the Troubleshooting section for a
description of the error codes). To reset
after an aborted charge, unplug the charger
from the AC outlet, wait a few moments and
then plug it back in.
DESULFATION MODE
Desulfation could take 8 to 10 hours.
If desulfation fails, charging will abort and
the CHARGING
(yellow/orange) LED
will ash.
COMPLETION OF CHARGE
Charge completion is indicated by the
CHARGED (green) LED. When lit, the
charger has switched to the maintain mode
of operation.
MAINTAIN MODE
(FLOAT-MODE MONITORING)
When the CHARGED (green) LED is lit,
the charger has started maintain mode. In this
mode, the charger keeps the battery fully
charged by delivering a small current when
necessary. If the charger has to provide its
maximum maintain current for a continuous
12 hour period, it will go into abort mode (see
Aborted Charge section). This is usually
caused by a drain on the battery or the battery
could be bad.
MAINTAINING A BATTERY
The XC75, XC75W, XC103 and XC103W
charge and maintain both 6 and 12 volt
batteries.
NOTE: The maintain mode technology utilized
in Schumacher maintainers allows you to
safely charge and maintain a healthy battery
for extended periods of time. However,
problems with the battery, electrical problems
in the vehicle, improper connections or other
unanticipated conditions could cause
excessive current draws. As such,
occasionally monitoring your battery and
the charging process is required.
USING THE ENGINE START FEATURE
Your battery charger can be used to jump
start your car if the battery is low. Follow all
safety instructions and precautions for
charging your battery. Wear complete eye
protection and protective clothing.
WARNING: Using the ENGINE START
feature WITHOUT a battery installed in the
vehicle could cause damage to the vehicle’s
electrical system.
NOTE: If you have charged the battery and
it still will not start your car, do not use the
Engine Start feature, or it could damage the
vehicle’s electrical system. Have the battery
checked.
1. With the charger unplugged from the
AC outlet, connect the charger to the
battery following the instructions given
in the CHARGING A BATTERY IN THE
VEHICLE section.
2. Plug the charger AC power cord into the
AC outlet.
3. With the charger plugged in and
connected to the battery and chassis,
press the RATE SELECTION button until
the ENGINE START LED is lit.
4. Crank the engine until it starts or 3
seconds pass. If the engine does not
start, wait 3 minutes before cranking
again. This allows the charger and battery
to cool down.
NOTE: During extremely cold weather, or if
the battery is under 2 volts, charge the battery
for 5 minutes before cranking the engine.
5. If the engine fails to start, charge the
battery for 5 more minutes before
attempting to crank the engine again.
6. After the engine starts, unplug the AC
power cord before disconnecting the
battery clamps from the vehicle.
7. Clean and store the charger in a dry
location.
NOTE: If the engine does turn over but
never starts, there is not a problem with the
starting system; there is a problem
somewhere else with the vehicle. STOP
cranking the engine until the other problem
has been diagnosed and corrected.
ENGINE STARTING NOTES
During the starting sequence listed above,
the charger is set to one of three states:
• Wait for cranking – The charger waits until
the engine is actually being cranked before
delivering the amps for engine start and will
reset if the engine is not cranked within 15
minutes. (If the charger resets, it sets itself to
the default start up settings). While waiting for
cranking, the digital display shows rdy.
• Cranking – When cranking is detected, the
charger will automatically deliver up to its
maximum output as required by the starting
system for up to 3 seconds or until the engine
cranking stops. The digital display shows a
countdown of the remaining crank time.
• Cool Down – After cranking, the charger
enters a mandatory 3 minute (180 second)
cool down state. The digital display indicates
the remaining cool down time in seconds. It
starts at 180 and counts down to 0. After 3
minutes, the digital display will change from
displaying the countdown to displaying rdy.
The CHARGING LED will then be lit.
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