Sears 200.71224 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Battery Charger
15/2 Amp
Fully Automatic
Microprocessor Controlled
Engine Starter
100 Amp
®
Model No.
200.71224
CAUTION:
Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions,
and follow them with each use of this product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
0099000303/0103
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY .............................................................................................................. 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................. 3
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... 4
BEFORE USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER ....................................................... 5
Assembling your charger ................................................................................... 5
Plugging it in ....................................................................................................... 5
Using an extension cord ..................................................................................... 5
PREPARING YOUR BATTERY TO BE CHARGED ................................................. 6
CHARGING TIPS ...................................................................................................... 6
USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER ....................................................................... 7
CONTROL PANEL .................................................................................................... 9
CHARGING YOUR BATTERY ................................................................................ 10
Inside vehicle .................................................................................................... 10
Outside vehicle ................................................................................................. 11
Using Engine Start............................................................................................ 11
ESTIMATING CHARGE TIME ................................................................................ 12
MAINTENANCE AND CARE .................................................................................. 13
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................ 14
PARTS ..................................................................................................................... 15
WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................................................. 16
Please read this Owner's Manual before using your Battery Charger
The DieHard model 71224, Fully Automatic Battery Charger/Engine Starter, 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 CT Monday through Friday.
1-800-SEARS-64 (1-800-732-7764).
WARRANTY
FULL THREE YEAR WARRANTY
If, within three years from the date of purchase this battery charger fails due to a
defect in material or workmanship, simply return the charger to the place of purchase
and it will be replaced free of charge.
This warranty gives you specific 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: To reduce the risk of
explosion, explosive gases, or injury
while using your battery charger, follow
the precautions listed below:
• 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 cars, trucks, tractors, airplanes, vans, RV’s, trolling motors,
etc. This charger is not intended to
supply power to a low voltage
electrical system.
• Use only attachments recommended
or sold by Sears. The use of attachments not recommended by Sears
may result in fire, electric shock, or
injury.
• Do not disassemble charger. Take it
to 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.
• Always charge battery in a wellventilated area.
• Battery chargers get hot during
operation and must have proper
ventilation. Air needs to flow around
entire charger.
• Do not set charger on flammable
materials like carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc. Charger may
damage leather and melt 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 fluid (electrolyte) 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. The gases
from the battery will corrode and
damage the charger.
• Never use charger for charging drycell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances like radios,
stereos, remote controls, etc. These
batteries may burst and cause
personal injury.
• Never touch the battery clamps
together when the charger is on. You
could cause a spark.
• Never operate charger if it has
received a hard blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged. Take it to a
qualified 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.
• Do not operate the charger if it has a
damaged power cord or plug. Have
the cord replaced.
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PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
For your own personal safety, please follow the following precautions:
• Wear complete eye and clothing
protection when working with leadacid 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
clothing. 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 10
minutes. Then immediately get
medical attention.
• 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 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.
• 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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BEFORE USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER
It is important to understand your charger's requirements. This section will tell you
about your charger's electrical requirements and how to prepare a battery for
charging.
ASSEMBLING YOUR CHARGER
Included with your battery charger are two
cord wrap cleats for storage of the clamp
cables.
To install, align the three tabs to correspond with the three receptacles and push
until you hear a snap.
Wrap clamp cables after unplugging the
power cord and store your charger in a
dry location.
PLUGGING IT IN
Your charger requires a 120V AC
receptacle installed according to all
local codes and ordinances.
USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not
recommended. If you must use an
extension cord, please make sure
that you follow these guidelines:
• Make sure that the pins on charger's
power cord fit firmly into the extension
cord, and that the extension cord fits
firmly into the receptacle.
• Check that the extension cord is
properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
• Make sure that the wire size is large
enough for its length and for the AC
ampere rating, as specified in the
chart below.
Cord Wrap Cleat
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD
Length of Cord, in Feet 25 50 100 150
AWG* Size of Cord 18 16 12 10
*AWG=American Wire Gauge
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