Sears 200.71219 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
®
BATTERY CHARGER/MAINTAINER
2 Amp, 12 Volt
4 Amp, 6 Volt
Fully Automatic with
Float-Mode Monitoring
Model No.
200.71219
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions
Before Every Use of this Product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
0099000589/1205
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................ 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................... 3
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................... 4
BEFORE USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER ........................................................ 5
Plugging It In ......................................................................................................... 5
Using An Extension Cord ...................................................................................... 5
50 Amp Battery Clamps......................................................................................... 5
Permanent Ring Connectors ................................................................................. 5
12V Accessory Plug .............................................................................................. 5
USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER ......................................................................... 6
PREPARING YOUR BATTERY TO BE CHARGED .................................................. 6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... 7
Charging Battery In The Vehicle ............................................................................ 7
Charging Battery Removed From The Vehicle ...................................................... 8
BATTERY PERCENT AND CHARGE TIME ............................................................... 9
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ..................................................................................... 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................... 10
SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
The 71219 Fully Automatic Battery Charger/Maintainer offers features to accommodate 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.
For information about troubleshooting, call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A. 7 am
to 4:30 pm Central Time Monday through Friday. 1-800-SEARS-64 (1-800-732-7764).
WARRANTY
THREE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY
If this Battery Charger 71219 fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship within
3 years from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO ANY SEARS STORE or OTHER
DIEHARD OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES FOR FREE REPLACEMENT.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
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.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions for battery
charger Model 71219.
• Read all instructions and cautions
printed 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 motorcycles, lawn tractors,
ATVs, RVs, boats, snowmobiles antique and classic cars. This charger is
not intended to supply power to a low
voltage electrical system other than in
a starter-motor application.
• Never use charger for charging dry
cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances like radios, stereos, remote controls, etc. These batteries may burst and cause personal
injury.
• Do not disassemble charger. Take it
to a qualied service professional if
service or repair is required. Incorrect
assembly may result in re or electrical shock.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock,
unplug the charger from the 110V AC
electrical wall outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning.
• Always charge battery in a well-ventilated area.
• WARNING: Battery chargers get hot
during operation and must have prop-
er ventilation. Air needs to ow around
entire charger. Do not set charger on
ammable materials like carpeting,
upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc.
Charger may damage leather, plastic
and rubber.
HELP US HELP YOU ——
Remember:
Place charger as far away from the
battery being charged as the charger
cables will permit.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Never charge a frozen battery. If battery
uid (electrolyte) becomes frozen, bring
battery into a warm area to allow battery
to thaw before you begin charging.
Never allow battery acid to drip on
charger when reading specic gravity or
lling battery.
Never set a battery on top of charger.
Never place charger directly above
battery being charged. The gases from
the battery will corrode and damage the
charger.
Never touch the battery clamps together
when the charger is on. You could cause
a spark.
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Never operate charger if it has received
a hard blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged. Take it to a qualied professional for inspection and repair.
Be sure to position the charger power
cord to prevent it from being stepped on,
tripped over, or damaged.
Never pull out the plug by the cord when
unplugging the charger. Pulling on the
cord may cause damage to the cord or
the plug.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not operate the charger if it has a
damaged power cord or plug. Have the
cord replaced.
Connect and disconnect DC clamps
only after removing charger AC power
cord from the wall outlet. Do not permit
clamps to touch each other.
• Wear complete eye and clothing
protection when working with leadacid batteries.
• Make 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 clothing. If this happens, wash immediately
with soap and water. Then get medical
attention.
• Avoid touching your eyes while
working with a battery. Wear safety
glasses. Acid par ticles (corrosion)
may get into your eyes. If this occurs,
ush eyes immediately with running
cold water for at least 15 minutes.
Then immediately get medical attention.
• Use the charger for charging a leadacid 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 or damage to property.
• Remove all personal metal items
from your body such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches, 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 result in a spark or short circuit
across the battery or another electrical device that may cause an explosion.
• Always operate the battery charger in
an open, well-ventilated area.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or
ame 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.
• If necessary to remove battery from
vehicle to charge, always remove
grounded terminal from the battery
rst. Make sure all accessories in the
vehicle are off, so as not to cause an
arc.
• WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, may
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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