Charge Xpress CXC-6525A User manual

Model: CXC-6525A
Digital Battery Charger
0099001326-00
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FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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Voltage: 12
Amperage: 2, 40, 65

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IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual will show you how to use your charger
safely and effectively. Please read, understand and follow these instructions and precau-
tions carefully, as this manual contains important safety and operating instructions. The
safety messages used throughout this manual contain a signal word. 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, vehicle or property.
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. Wash hands after handling.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1 Keep out of reach of children.
1.2 Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
1.3 Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment
not recommended or sold by Schumacher®Electric Corporation
may result in a risk of re, electric shock or injury to persons or damage to property.
1.4 To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the
cord when disconnecting the charger.
1.5 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an 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 specied
in section 8.
1.6 To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.
1.7 Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; have the cord or plug replaced
immediately by a qualied service person.
1.8 Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to a qualied service person.
1.9 Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualied service person when service or repair
is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of re or electric shock.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
1.10 WORKING IN THE 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 YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU
USE THE CHARGER.
1.11 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions 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.

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2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame in the vicinity of a battery or
engine.
2.2 Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and
watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce
a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a
severe burn.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 Use this charger for charging 12V LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is not intended to 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.
2.5 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.6 NEVER overcharge a battery.
2.7 Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2.8 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your skin,
clothing or eyes.
2.9 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective clothing.
Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.10 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with 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.
2.11 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. DO NOT
induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
3. PREPARING TO CHARGE
RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS A
HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
3.1 If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to
charge it, always remove the grounded terminal rst. Make sure all
of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.
3.2 Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while
the battery is being charged.
3.3 Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep 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.
3.4 Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specied by the
battery manufacturer. Do not overll. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as
valve regulated lead-acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging
instructions.
3.5 Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle and any
equipment used near the battery and charger. Study all of the battery manufacturer’s
specic precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.
3.6 Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual.
3.7 Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.

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4. CHARGER LOCATION
RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT
WITH BATTERY ACID.
4.1 Locate the charger as far away from the
battery as the DC cables permit.
4.2 Never place the charger directly above the
battery being charged; gases from the battery will
corrode and damage the charger.
4.3 Do not set the battery on top of the charger.
4.4 Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the electrolyte specic
gravity or lling the battery.
4.5 Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in any way.
5. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
5.1 Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting all of the charger switches
to the “off” position and removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet. Never allow the
clips to touch each other.
5.2 Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in sections 6 and 7.
6. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A
BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
6.1 Position the AC and DC cables to reduce the
risk of damage by the hood, door and moving or hot
engine parts. NOTE: If it is necessary to close the
hood during the charging process, ensure that the hood does not touch the metal part of
the battery clips or cut the insulation of the cables.
6.2 Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can cause injury.
6.3 Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually
has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
6.4 Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If the
negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see step 6.5. If the positive
post is grounded to the chassis, see step 6.6.
6.5 For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the battery
charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the
NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do
not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a
heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
6.6 For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the battery
charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the
POSITIVE (RED) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not
connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy
gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
6.7 Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.
6.8 When disconnecting the charger, turn all switches to off, disconnect the AC cord, remove
the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from the battery terminal.
6.9 See CALCULATING CHARGE TIME for length of charge information.
7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A
BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
7.1 Check the polarity of the battery posts. The
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a
larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
7.2 Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.

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7.3 Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
7.4 Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously attached to the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) battery post as far away from the battery as possible – then connect the
NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to the free end of the cable.
7.5 Do not face the battery when making the nal connection.
7.6 Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.
7.7 When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse order of the connecting
procedure and break the rst connection while as far away from the battery as practical.
7.8 A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it onboard
requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
8. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
8.1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit
and has a grounded plug. The charger must be grounded to
reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances. The plug pins must t the receptacle
(outlet). Do not use with an ungrounded system.
8.2 Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does not t the outlet,
have a proper grounded outlet installed by a qualied electrician. An improper connection
can result in a risk of an electric shock or electrocution. NOTE: The use of an adapter
plug is not recommended and should not be used.
8.3 Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:
• 100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less – use a 10 gauge (6 mm2) extension cord.
• Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long – use an 8 gauge (10 mm2) extension cord.
9. FEATURES
12
3
4
5
1. Charge Rate Selector Switch
2. Timer
3. Control Panel with Digital Display
4. Battery Clips
5. Wheel