TecMate BatteryMate 150-9 User Manual

BatteryMate 150-9

BatteryMate

Save these instructions: this manual contains important safety & operating
instructions

WARNING:

Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases
during normal battery operation. It is therefore of the utmost importance that each time you
are preparing to use the BatteryMate you first read & follow exactly the instructions provided.
To reduce the risk of explosion, follow these instructions & those marked on the battery.
Never smoke or allow an open spark or flame near the battery or the vehicle's engine.
Charge only 12 Volt lead-acid batteries. Do not use to supply power to an extra low-voltage
electrical system nor to charge dry- cell batteries. Charging dry-cell batteries may cause them
to burst resulting in injury to persons & damage to property. Never charge a frozen battery.

PREPARING TO CHARGE

WARNING:

When charging watercraft batteries, always remove battery onto shore for charging. If it is
necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always remove GROUNDED terminal
from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.
Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while being charged. Forcefully blow away
any fumes that have or may accumulate. Clean battery terminals. Study all battery

manufacturers specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while
charging and recommended rates of charge. Add distilled water in each cell until battery
acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without
cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions. Determine the nominal
voltage of the battery by referring to information printed on the battery, or by examining
owner’s manual of vehicle/equipment in which battery is or is to be installed.

WARNING: DO NOT attempt to charge a battery of which the nominal voltage differs
from the battery voltage for which the charger is intended; see data on label attached
to charger.

CHARGER LOCATION:

Position the battery charger on a sturdy, flat surface. DO NOT place charger directly above
or below battery being charged. The gases from the battery are corrosive and will damage
the charger. DO NOT allow battery acid to drip onto charger during filling or checking
gravity. Acid contamination will destroy charger or cause it to operate incorrectly. DO NOT
place battery or any object on top of charger. Place the battery as far away from the charger
as the cord permits during charging. DO NOT place charger in a small, fully enclosed space.
Ensure adequate ventilation. DO NOT expose charger to water, rain or snow.

CONNECTING TO BATTERY AND AC MAINS POWER:

Connect the battery charger to the battery before connecting to AC mains power socket.
First connect to UNGROUNDED post of the battery, then GROUNDED post. The BLACK
clip on the battery charger output lead must be connected to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post
and the RED clip to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery. When connecting the fina l
clip, position yourself as far away from the battery as practically possible - then connect to
post while facing away from the battery.

NOTE:

The battery charger has an automatic safety feature that will prevent it from

operating if the battery has been inversely connected and will indicate the inverse
connection by illuminating the "INVERSE POLARITY" LED (light emitting diode), situated on
the lower left-hand side of the LED indicator information panel. If this LED is indicating,
disconnect the battery clips in reverse order to the connecting instructions above, then
reconnect correctly. When connections to the battery have been made, connect to AC
mains power conforming the input voltage given on the label attached to the charger.
Always disconnect following the reverse sequence of the connection procedure, breaking
the first connection while facing away & at arm's length from the battery. NOTE: Do not

allow battery clips to touch one another.

CAUTION:

When charging a battery which is installed in a vehicle; take special care in positioning AC
and DC cords away from the hood, doors or moving engine parts that can pinch or damage
the cords. Before connecting battery charger to battery, establish if the POSITIVE (POS, P,
RED,+) terminal, normally the larger post on the battery, is grounded or if the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) terminal is grounded to the vehicle chassis. (in most vehicles the NEGATIVE
terminal is grounded). It is advisable to remove the grounded terminal from battery before
charging.

DO NOT connect battery charger clips to any part of the vehicle other than to the
battery posts or terminals. NEVER connect a battery clip to a carburettor fuel line or
sheet- metal body parts.

Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc. SPARKS NEAR
BATTERY CREATE RISK OF EXPLOSION . DO NOT operate vehicle whilst connecting or

disconnecting battery charger or battery, or during charging.

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BATTERYMATE 150-9

Instructions for use:
IMPORTANT: Read the whole of this text before using the

BatteryMate.

MOUNTING BRACKET

A mounting bracket is included for fixing against a vertical surface so as to allow the
BatteryMate to be positioned off the workbench. Ensure that the bracket is firmly fixed so

that the surface of the long arm projects horizontally and safely supports a downward
force of 10 kg applied at the projecting end. Screws supplied with brackets should be
used for securely attaching the charger to the bracket through the smaller of the holes in
the longer bracket arm, when the charger is correctly located on the bracket. NOTE:

Mount the bracket in a position that allows batteries to he charged to be distanced
as far as possible from the BatteryMate & NOT directly above or below it.

CAUTION

This device is provided with an input voltage selector in the fuse drawer at the appliance
power cord inlet receptacle. The voltage for which the selector is set is displayed in an
aperture on the fuse drawer, which is located just above the power cord inlet receptacle.

Rated mains input voltages of 230, 115 or 100 Volts can be selected. Normally the
voltage for which the BatteryMate is set up should conform with the national standard
mains voltage of the country of purchase.

IT IS ESSENTIAL TO VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE DISPLAYED IN THE FUSE
DRAWER APERTURE CORRESPONDS WITH THE ACTUAL SUPPLY VOLTAGE. IF
NOT, THEN PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:

Disconnect the power cord and remove from the device. With a miniature screwdriver or
similar tool, prise open the fuse drawer. Then remove the pale coloured insert on which
the voltage selections are printed, rotate and replace it so that the correct input voltage
is visible through the aperture. Replace the fuse drawer. Make sure it is closed. If a fuse
blows, replace only with the same fuse type and rating as the original fuse.

WARNING!

Batteries emit EXPLOSIVE GASES – prevent flames or sparks near batteries.
DO NOT PLACE BATTERIES UNDER CHARGE DIRECTLY ABOVE OR BELOW THE
BatteryMate. Distance the battery from the BatteryMate as far as practicable. PROTECT
THE BatteryMate FROM DAMP & HUMIDITY & FROM ACID CONTAMINATION BOTH
DURING USE & DURING STORAGE.
NOTE : Disconnect AC power supply before making or breaking battery connections.
Battery acid is highly corrosive. Wear protective clothing and avoid contact. In case of
accidental contact wash immediately with soap and water. Check that the battery posts
are not loose. If they are, have the battery professionally assessed. If the battery posts
are corroded clean with a copper wire brush; if greasy or dirty, clean with a rag damped
in detergent. Only use the BatteryMate if the input & output leads and clamps are in
good, undamaged condition. Failure to observe the above warnings voids all
warranty.