Schumacher Electric SpeedCharge SEM-1562A User manual

00-99-000922-1009
Model / Modelo / Modèle: SEM-1562A & SFM-1562A
Automatic Battery Charger / Cargador de batería automático /
Chargeur de batterie automatique
Voltage / Tensión / Tension: 6, 12
Amperage / Amperaje / Ampérage: 1.5
READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.•
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
LEA EL MANUAL COMPLETO ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO.•
CUALQUIER FALLA PODRÍA RESULTAR EN SERIAS LESIONES O PODRÍA
SER MORTAL.
LIRE ENTIÈREMENT LE GUIDE AVANTD’UTILISER CE PRODUIT.•
L’ÉCHEC DE FAIRE AINSI PEUT S’ENSUIVRE DANS LA BLESSURE
SÉRIEUSE OU LA MORT.
OWNER’S MANUAL•
MANUAL DEL USUARIO•
GUIDE D’UTILISATION•

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 3
3. PREPARING TO CHARGE 3
4. CHARGER LOCATION 4
5. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 5
6. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE.5
7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE. 6
8. BATTERY CHARGING – AC CONNECTIONS 6
9. FEATURES 7
10. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7
11. CONTROL PANEL 8
12. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8
13. CALCULATING CHARGE TIME 10
14. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11
15. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 11
16. TROUBLESHOOTING 12
17. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS 13
18. SPECIFICATIONS 13
19. REPLACEMENT PARTS 14
20. LIMITED WARRANTY 14

ÍNDICE
SECCIÓN PÀGINA
1. INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD 17
2. PRECAUCIONES PERSONALES 18
3. PREPARACIÓN PARA LA CARGA 19
4. UBICACIÓN DEL CARGADOR 20
5. PRECAUCIONES DE CONEXIÓN EN CC 20
6. SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO LA BATERÍA ESTÉ COLOCADA
EN EL VEHÍCULO. 21
7. SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO LA BATERÍA SE ENCUENTRE
FUERA DEL VEHÍCULO. 22
8. CARGA DE BATERÍA, CONEXIONES DE CA 22
9. CARACTERÍSTICAS 23
10. INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE 24
11. PANEL DE CONTROL 24
12. INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN 24
13. CÁLCULO DE TIEMPO DE CARGA 26
14. INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO 27
15. INSTRUCCIONES DE ALMACENAJE 27
16. LOCALIZACIÓN Y SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS 28
17. ANTES DE DEVOLVER A REPARACIONES 29
18. ESPECIFICACIONES 30
19. REPUESTOS 30
20. GARANTÍA LIMITADA 30

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
PARTIE PAGE
1. CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES 33
2. PRÉCAUTIONS PERSONNELLES 34
3. PRÉPARATION POUR LE CHARGEMENT 34
4. EMPLACEMENT DU CHARGEUR 36
5. PRÉCAUTIONS SUR LA CONNEXION C.C. 36
6. ÉTAPES À SUIVRE QUAND LA BATTERIE EST INSTALLÉE
DANS UN VÉHICULE. 36
7 ÉTAPES À SUIVRE QUAND LA BATTERIE EST INSTALLÉE
HORS DU VÉHICULE. 37
8. CHARGEMENT D’UNE BATTERIE – RACCORDEMENTS C.A. 38
9. CARACTÉRISTIQUES 39
10. DIRECTIVES DE MONTAGE 39
11. PANNEAU DE CONTRÔLE 39
12. CONSIGNES D’UTILISATION 40
13. CALCUL DU TEMPS DE CHARGEMENT 42
14. CONSIGNES D’ENTRETIEN 43
15. DIRECTIVES D’ENTREPOSAGE 43
16. TABLEAU DE DÉPANNAGE 44
17. AVANT DE L’ENVOYER POUR RÉPARATION 45
18. CARACTÉRISTIQUES 46
19. PIÈCES DE RECHANGE 46
20. GARANTIE LIMITÉE 46

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IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The SEM-1562A and SFM-1562A offer 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 type styles.
Unnumbered type states the hazard.•
Numbered type states 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1.
Riskofelectricshockorre.
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.1.1
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended1.2
orsoldbySchumacher®ElectricCorporation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 plug1.3
rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an1.4
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 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8.3.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before1.5
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and1.6
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.
Donotoperatethechargerwithadamagedcordorplug;takeittoaqualied1.7
service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or1.8
otherwisedamagedinanyway;takeittoaqualiedserviceperson.(Call
customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
Donotdisassemblethecharger;takeittoaqualied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: 1-800-621-5485.)

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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS2.
Risk of explosive gases.
Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate2.1
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.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those2.2
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.
NEVERsmokeorallowasparkorameinthevicinityofabatteryorengine.2.3
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery.2.4
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 to2.5
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.2.6
NEVER overcharge a battery.2.7
PREPARING TO CHARGE3.
Risk of contact with battery acid. Battery acid is a
highly corrosive sulfuric acid.
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you3.1
work near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your3.2
skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and3.3
protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.

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If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with3.4
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 it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always3.5
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 being3.6
charged.
Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep3.7
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.
Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level3.8
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.
Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle3.9
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.
Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual3.10
and make sure that the output voltage of the charger is the correct voltage.
Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.3.11
CHARGER LOCATION4.
Risk of explosion and contact with
battery acid.
Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.4.1
Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from4.2
the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
Do not set the battery on top of the charger.4.3
Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the electrolyte4.4
specicgravityorllingthebattery.
Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in any4.5
way.

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DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS5.
Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting all of the5.1
charger switches to the “off” position and removing the AC plug from the
electrical outlet. Never allow the clips to touch each other.
Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in steps 6.5, 6.6, 7.2,5.2
7.3 and 7.4.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN6.
VEHICLE.
A spark near the battery may cause a
battery explosion. To reduce the risk
of a spark near the battery:
Position the AC and DC cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door6.1
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.
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can cause injury.6.2
Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery6.3
post usually has a larger diameter then the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis.6.4
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.
For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the6.5
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.
For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from6.6
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.
Connect the AC supply cord to the electrical outlet.6.7
When disconnecting the charger, turn all switches to off, disconnect the AC6.8
cord, remove the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from
the battery terminal.