Streetwize SWBCLED4 User manual

6/12Volt 4Amp
Automatic
Battery Charger
SWBCLED4
Please read these instructions carefully before operating this battery charger.
Part No. Rated Output Battery Voltage Battery Capacity
SWBCLED4 4Amp 6/12 Volt 10-60 Ah

Battery Maintenance:
Please check your battery regularly throughout the year and especially in the winter.
Faulty cells can cause problems with your battery, check the cells with a hydrometer, if any
cell is reading lower than the others it can indicate a faulty cell. If this is the case have your
battery checked, as you may need a new battery. It is possible that a battery may appear flat
when it could simply be a loose connection of the battery terminals. Check the terminals and
tighten if necessary then check the battery again.
Safety Instructions:
FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
To enable safe operation of this battery charger, make sure you follow basic safety
principles to reduce a risk of personal injury, electric shock and fire.
Always ensure the battery charger is kept in a dry place to avoid damage, and store out
of the reach of children. Do not use the charger in damp or wet areas as moisture will
damage the transformer.
Always check the battery chargers plug, cables and crocodile clips before use. Do not
open the charger, there are no serviceable parts.
When charging, the liquid in the battery may bubble causing a release of gas, this is
flammable so always operate the charger in a well ventilated place and away from naked
flames and sparks.
These chargers are only suitable for 6/12 Volt Lead-Acid batteries and should not
be used to recharge NICAD or any other type of battery.
DANGER: Avoid getting battery acid (electrolyte) on your skin or clothing, as
it may cause burns. If this occurs rinse immediately with cold water and if
necessary seek medical advice.
The charger contains a temperature-sensitive switch that automatically cuts off
when the charger is overloaded or becomes excessively hot. The charger will
switch back on after the unit has cooled.
Operating Instructions:
Please read the information on the front of these instructions for the maximum battery
capacity recommended for use with this charger. Using with batteries smaller than this
capacity may lead to damage to your battery.
1. Disconnect the Battery from the vehicle to avoid damage to the alternator. It is advisable
were possible to remove the battery from the vehicle as spillage from the battery can cause
damage.

2. If you have a maintenance free/sealed battery it is not necessary to carry out the following
checks. Carefully remove all the caps from each battery cell, and ensure the liquid is
at the recommended level. Top up with distilled or de-ionised water if required (ALWAYS
wear protective gloves as this liquid is corrosive). Tap water should NOT be used under any
circumstances, allow time for any gases to escape before replacing the caps. Warning: if
your battery is the AUTOFIL type, manufactured by Dagenite or Exide, the glass balls and
the long filler cap MUST be left in place during charging.
3. DO NOT plug the charger in until you have connected the crocodile clips correctly.
4. Connect the crocodile clips in the following order.
a) Connect positive (+ Red) charging lead to positive (+Red) terminal.
b) Connect negative (- Black) charging lead to negative (- Black) terminal.
It is important that the clips are making good contact with the battery terminals.
IMPORTANT OPERATING INFO:
5. Plug the charger in using the mains plug, the RED(power) LED should illuminate.
The charger defaults to 6. Select the voltage of the battery you are charging, 6V or
12V by pressing the required button. The 3 step charging process starts, the %
LED’s will ALL illuminate, as the charging progresses the % LED’s will go OUT from
right to left one by one, until the battery reaches 100%, the electric circuit will cut
off output AUTOMATICALLY, the charger stops charging, all LED’s off. The time for
this will vary depending on the capacity and condition of the battery (around 4-6
hours approx).

6. Battery charger is fused (2 spares included). The fuse will break and the charger will
be switched off upon - Short Circuit, Overload or Reverse Polarity. Simply change the
“blade” style fuse to restart charging.
7. To disconnect the battery when charged, switch off the mains supply and unplug.
Caution: Because of risk of explosive gas, only disconnect the crocodile clips when the
mains are disconnected. Check the fluid levels and top up if necessary and wipe the
battery clean. If the battery has been removed, replace in the vehicle and re-connect.
Product Specifications:
Streetwize Part Number: SWBCLED4
Voltage Rating Input: 240V, 50Hz - 50W
Output Rating: 12V - 2.8 ADC equal to 4Amps RMS
6V - 2.8 ADC equal to 4Amps RMS
The WEEE symbol on this product means that this product should be ethically
dismantled or recycled to minimise environmental impact. Please check with your local
authority for more information.
IMPORTANT: ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
This Battery Charger is NOT intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are
supervised or have been given instruction concerning use of the Battery Charger by a person
responsible for their safety.
FOR INDOOR USE ONLY
Streetwize Accessories:
Unit 1, Royce Trading Estate, Ashburton Road West,
Trafford Park, Manchester M17 1RY
Sales enquiries: [email protected]
Technical enquiries: [email protected]
www.streetwizeaccessories.com
WARRANTY: To validate the warranty on this product, please go to our website
and enter your details on the warranty screen. www.streetwizeaccessories.com
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