Sears 200.71202 User Manual

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

Model No.

200.71202

CAUTION:

Read and Follow All Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions

Before Every Use of this Product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

1.5 AMP

FULLY AUTOMATIC

ONBOARD

BATTERY CHARGER

MAINTAINER

Table Of Contents

Warranty ................................................................... 1

Important Safety Instructions .................................. 2

Before Using Your Battery Charger ........................ 3

Plugging it in.......................................................... 3

Extension cords ..................................................... 3

Please read this Owner's Manual before using your Battery Charger

The Sears model 200.71202 Fully Automatic Onboard Battery Charger/Maintainer, offers features to accom-

modate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will show you how to use your charger
safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.

Using Your Battery Charger .................................... 4

What to expect from your charger ........................ 4

Installing the charger ............................................ 4

Preparing your battery to be charged ................... 5

Charging your battery .......................................... 5

Charging indicators .............................................. 6

Maintenance and care .......................................... 6

Warranty

FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
If,withintwoyears from the date of purchase, thisbattery chargerfails due toa defect inmaterials orworkmanship,
simplyRETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE INTHE UNITED STATES, and Sears willrepairor replace

it, free of charge.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights whichvary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Important Safety Instructions

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

• Read all instructions and cautions pdnted on the

battery charger, battery, and vehicle or equipment
using battery.

• Use charger only on lead-acid type rechargeable
batteries, such as those used in cars, trucks, trac-

tom, airplanes, vans, RV's, trolling motors, etc.
This charger is not intended to supply power to
a low voltage electrical system other than in an

automotive application.

• Use only attachments recommended or sold by
manufacturer. The use of attachments not recom-

mended by the manufacturer may result in fire,
electric shock, or injury.

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Remember:

• Place charger as far away from battery being charged
as the charger cables will permit.

• Never charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electro-

lyte) becomes frozen, bring battery into a warm area

to thaw before you begin charging.

• Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when

reading specific gravity or filling battery.

• Never set a battery on top of the charger.

• Never place charger directly above battery being

charged.

• Never use charger for charging dry-cell batteries that
are commonly used with home appliances. These

batteries may burst and cause personal injury.

• Do not disassemble charger. Take itto a qualified
service professional if service or repair is required.

Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical
shock.

• To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the
charger from the outlet before attempting any

maintenance or cleaning.

• Never operate charger if it has received a hard blow,
been dropped, orotherwise damaged. Take itto a

qualified professional for inspection and repair.

• Never pullout the plug by the cord when unplugging

the charger. Pulling on the cord may cause damage
to the cord or the plug.

• Do not operate the charger if it has a damaged
power cord or plug. Have the cord replaced.

• Never crank engine with charger attached to battery

and 120 volt line.

Personal Safety Precautions

For your own personal safety, please follow the following

precautions:

• Wear complete eye and clothing protection when

working with lead-acid batteries.

• Be sure that someone is within range of your voice
to come to your aid if needed while you work with or

are near a lead-acid battery.

• Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use

in case battery acid contacts your eyes, skin, or cloth-
ing. if this happens, wash immediately with soap and

water. Then get medical attention.

• Avoid touching your eyes while working with a
battery. Acid particles (corrosion) may get into your
eyes. If this occurs, flush eyes immediately with

running cold water for at least ten minutes. Then

immediately get medical attention.

• Remove all personal metal items from your body,
such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, andwatches

while working with a lead-acid battery. A battery can
produce a short circuit current high enough to weld

a ring (or the like) to metal, causing a severe burn.

• Take care not to drop any metal tool or metal object
onto the battery. This may spark or short circuit the
battery or another electrical device that may cause an
explosion.

• Always operate your battery charger in an open, well
ventilated area.

• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity
of the battery or engine. Batteries generate explosive
gases.

• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking soda
before attempting to clean up.

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