Schumacher SE-6242A Manuals

1 Sch590 10. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in fire or electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure that: • Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger. • Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical con- dition. • Wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger, as specified below: _____________________________________________ Length of cord (feet): 25 50 100 150 AWG size of cord: 18 16 12 10 11. Always charge battery in a well ventilated area. NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted area without adequate ventilation. WARNING: Risk of explosive gas. 12. Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger cables permit. 13. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. 14. NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is frozen, bring into a warm area to thaw before charging. 15. NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery. 16. NEVER set a battery on top of charger. 17. NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged. Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger. 18. NEVER touch the battery clips together when the charger is energized. OWNER'S MANUAL MODELS: SE-6242A & SF-6242A Battery Charger 1. WARNING: Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection, when working with lead-acid batteries. 2. Make sure someone is within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work with or near a lead-acid battery. 3. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use if battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. 4. Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery. Acid particles (corrosion) may get into your eyes! If acid enters your eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention immediately. 5. Remove all 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. 6. Take care not to drop a metal tool or other metal onto the battery. Metal may cause sparking or short circuit the battery or another electrical devise. Sparking may cause an explosion. 7. Always operate battery charger in an open well ventilated area. 8. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine. Batteries generate explosive gases! WORKING IN 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 EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY 1. Before you use your battery charger, be sure to read all in- structions and cautions printed on: • Battery Charger • Battery • Vehicle or unit using battery 2. Use battery charger on LEAD ACID type rechargeable bat- teries only, such as used in autos, trucks, tractors, airplanes, vans, RV's, trolling motors, etc. Charger is not intended to supply power to low-voltage electrical system other than in an automotive application. WARNING: Do not use 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. 3. Use only attachments recommended or sold by manufac- turer. Use of non-recommended attachments may result in fire, electric shock, or injury. 4. When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug not by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to cord or plug. 5. Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to damage or stress. 6. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have cord replaced immediately. 7. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a quali- fied professional for inspection and repair. 8. Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified profes- sional when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassem- bly may result in electric shock or fire. 9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY A B 590-899 Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully