Schumacher SP1 User manual

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Model / Modelo: SP1
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Automatic Battery Charger
Cargador de batería automático
Voltage / Tensión: 6, 12
Amperage / Amperaje: 2

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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 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 INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE1. INSTRUCTIONS -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 or1.2
snow.
Use only recommended1.3
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.
To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug or cord, pull by1.4 the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely1.5 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.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the1.6 outlet 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 the1.7
cordorplugreplacedimmediatelybyaqualiedserviceperson.
(Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been1.8
droppedorotherwisedamagedinanyway;takeittoaqualied
service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)

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Donotdisassemblethecharger;takeittoaqualiedservice1.9 person when 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.)
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-1.10
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.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions1.11 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.
This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit1.12 breakers, that tend to produce arcs and sparks. If used in a
garage,locatethischarger18inches(46cm)ormoreaboveoor
level.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS2.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
NEVERsmokeorallowasparkorameinthe2.1
vicinity of a battery or engine.
Remove personal metal items such as rings,2.2
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.
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto2.3 the battery. 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 not2.4 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

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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 aid2.7 when you work near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid2.8 contacts your skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles2.9 and protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working
near the battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash2.10 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.
If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of2.11 eggs or water. 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 the3.1
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.
Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the3.2 battery is being charged.
Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During3.3 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.
Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the3.4
levelspeciedbythebatterymanufacturer.Donotoverll.For

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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,3.5 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.
Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle3.6 owner’s manual and make sure that the output voltage is correct.
Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.3.7
CHARGER LOCATION4.
RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
Locate the charger as4.1
far away from the battery as
the DC cables permit.
Never place the4.2
charger directly above the
battery being charged;
gases from 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 the4.4
electrolytespecicgravityorllingthebattery.
Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict the4.5 ventilation in any way.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS5.
Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting5.1 all of the charger switches to the “off” position (if applicable) 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 in5.2 sections 6 and 7.

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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 by6.1 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.
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can6.2 cause injury.
Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P,6.3 +) battery post usually has a larger diameter then the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) post.
Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to6.4 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.
For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED)6.5 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.
For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK)6.6 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.
Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.6.7

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When disconnecting the charger, turn all switches to off (if6.8 applicable), disconnect the AC cord, remove the clip from
the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from the battery
terminal.
See CALCULATING CHARGE TIME for length of charge6.9 information.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE7. VEHICLE
A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY MAY CAUSE A
BATTERY EXPLOSION.
TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY:
Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P,7.1 +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) post.
Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated7.2 battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE7.3 (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously7.4 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.
Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.7.5
When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse7.6
orderoftheconnectingprocedureandbreaktherstconnection
while as far away from the battery as practical.
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore.7.7 To charge it onboard requires equipment specially designed for
marine use.

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GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS8.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
This battery charger is for use on a8.1
nominal 120-volt circuit. 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: Pursuant to Canadian
Regulations, use of an adapter plug is not allowed in Canada.
Use of an adapter plug in the United States is not recommended
and should not be used.
Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:8.3
100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less - use an 18 gauge (0.82•mm2) extension cord.
Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long - use a 16 gauge (1.31 mm• 2)
extension cord.
FEATURES9.
Battery Status LED’s1.
12V Plug Cable2. Assembly
Ring Terminal Cable3. Assembly
Battery Clip Cable4. Assembly
Charger Quick-5. Connect Cable
1
2
34
5

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS10.
Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery
charger.
CONTROL PANEL11.
LED Indicators
AC POWER (red) LED lit: Indicates that there is AC power
supplied to the battery charger.
CHARGING (yellow) LED lit: Indicates the charger has detected
a battery and is charging it.
CHARGING (yellow)LEDashing:Indicates the charger is in
abort mode.
CHARGED (green) LED lit: Indicates the battery is fully charged
and the charger is in maintain mode.
CHARGED (green)LEDashing:Indicates the battery is 80%
charged.
NOTE: See the Operating Instructions section for a complete
description of the charger modes.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS12.
This battery charger must be properly assembled in
accordance with the assembly instructions before it is used.
Charging
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in1. good working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the
battery clips.
Connect the battery following the precautions listed in sections2. 6 and 7.
Connect the AC power following the precautions listed in section3.
8.Makesuretoplacethechargeronadry,non-ammable
surface like metal or concrete.
To disconnect, reverse the procedure.4.