Sears 28.7124 User Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
6V/12V Manual
Battery Charger
& Engine Starter
Model No.
28.71240
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions
before Every Use of this Product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
00-99-001014/0510
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 3
PREPARING TO CHARGE 3
CHARGER LOCATION 4
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 4
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE 5
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE 6
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS 7
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7
FEATURES/CONTROL PANEL 10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11
CALCULATING CHARGE TIME 12
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 12
MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 13
TROUBLESHOOTING 13
BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS 15
DIEHARD THREE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this DieHard
product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 3 years from the date
of purchase, return it to any 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 Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS,
CALL TOLL-FREE FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM CT
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY: 1-800-732-7764
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The 71240 battery charger offers a wide
range of features to accommodate your needs. This manual will show you how
to use your charger safely and effectively. Please read, understand and follow
these instructions and precautions carefully, as this manual contains important
safety and operating instructions. The safety messages used throughout this
manual contain a signal word, a message and an icon.
The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in moderate or minor injury to the operator
or bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in damage to the equipment or vehicle or
property damage.
Safety messages in this manual contain two different sentence styles.
Unnumbered sentences state the hazard.•
Numbered sentences state how to avoid the hazard.•
The icon gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.
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.
• 1 •
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - 1.
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
Keep out of reach of children.1.1
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.1.2
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended 1.3
or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of re, electric
shock or injury to persons or damage to property.
To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather 1.4
than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an 1.5
improper extension cord could result in a risk of re and electric shock. If an
extension cord must be used, make sure:
That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size •
and shape as those of the plug on the charger.
That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.•
That the wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger •
as specied in section 8.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet 1.6
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the
controls will not reduce this risk.
Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; have the cord or plug 1.7
replaced immediately by a qualied service person. (Call customer service at:
1-800-732-7764.)
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or 1.8
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualied service person. (Call
customer service at: 1-800-732-7764.)
Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualied service person when 1.9
service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of re or
electric shock. (Call customer service at: 1-800-732-7764.)
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. 1.10
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
YOU FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL EACH TIME YOU
USE THE CHARGER.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow all instructions in this manual 1.11
and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review the
cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
• 2 •
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS2.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.2.1
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches 2.2
when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a shortcircuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a
severe burn.
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. 2.3
It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause
an explosion.
Use this charger for charging LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is not intended to 2.4
supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor
application. Do not use this 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.
NEVER charge a frozen battery.2.5
NEVER overcharge a battery.2.6
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work 2.7
near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your 2.8
skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and 2.9
protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with 2.10
soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately ood the eye with cold
running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. 2.11
DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
PREPARING TO CHARGE3.
RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE
SULFURIC ACID.
If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always 3.1
remove the grounded terminal rst. Make sure all of the accessories in the
vehicle are off to prevent arcing.
Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is 3.2
being charged.
Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep 3.3
airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth.
Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and help eliminate
airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
• 3 •
Loading...