Sears 200.71211 Owner's Manual
Text of the manual
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
10/2/50 AMP
MANUAL
BATTERY CHARGER
ENGINE STARTER
CAUTION:
Read and Follow All Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions
Before Every Use of this Product.
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Table Of Contents
Warranty .................................................................... 1
Important Safety Instructions ................................. 2
Parts .......................................................................... 3
Before Using Your Battery Charger ........................ 4
Plugging it in ......................................................... 4
Using an extension cord ....................................... 4
Preparing your battery to be charged ................... 5
Warranty
FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
If, within two years from the date of purchase this battery charger fails due to a defect in materials or
workmanship, simply RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES, and Sears
will repair or replace it, free of charge.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Using Your Battery Charger..................................... 6
Setting the controls .............................................. 6
Charging your battery .......................................... 6
Calculating charge time........................................ 8
Using the engine start feature .............................. 9
Maintenance and care .......................................... 9
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 10
Please read this Owner's Manual before using your Battery Charger
The Sears model 200.71211, Manual Battery Charger/Engine Starter, offers a wide range of features to
accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will show you how to use your
charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
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Remember:
• Place charger as far away from battery being
charged as the charger cables will permit.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
• Never charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (elec-
trolyte) becomes frozen, bring battery into a warm
area to thaw before you begin charging.
• Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when
reading specific gravity or filling battery.
• Never set a battery on top of the charger.
• Never place charger directly above battery being
charged. The gases from the battery will corrode
and damage the charger.
• Never use charger for charging dry-cell batteries that
are commonly used with home appliances. These
batteries may burst and cause personal injury.
Personal Safety Precautions
For your own personal safety, please follow the
following precautions:
• Wear complete eye and clothing protection when
working with lead-acid batteries.
• Be sure that someone is within range of your voice
to come to your aid if needed while you work with or
are near a lead-acid battery.
• Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for
use in case battery acid contacts your eyes, skin, or
cloth-ing. If this happens, wash immediately with
soap and water. Then get medical attention.
• Avoid touching your eyes while working with a
battery. Acid particles (corrosion) may get into your
eyes. If this occurs, flush eyes immediately with
running cold water for at least 10 minutes. Then
immediately get medical attention.
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• Read all instructions and cautions printed on the
battery charger, battery, and vehicle or equipment
using battery.
• Use charger only on lead-acid type rechargeable
batteries, such as those used in cars, trucks, trac-
tors, airplanes, vans, RV’s, trolling motors, etc.
This charger is not intended to supply power to
a low voltage electrical system other than in an
automotive application.
• Use only attachments recommended or sold by
manufacturer. The use of attachments not recom-
mended by the manufacturer may result in fire,
electric shock, or injury.
• Never touch the battery clamps together when the
charger is energized.
• Never operate charger if it has received a hard
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged. Take it
to a qualified professional for inspection and repair.
• Be sure to position the charger power cord to
prevent it from being stepped on, tripped over, or
damaged.
• Never pull out the plug by the cord when unplugging
the charger. Pulling on the cord may cause damage
to the cord or the plug.
• Do not operate the charger if it has a damaged
power cord or plug. Have the cord replaced.
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of explosion, explosive gases, or injury while
using your battery charger, follow the precautions listed below:
• Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified
service professional if service or repair is required.
Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical
shock.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the
charger from the outlet before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning.
• Always charge battery in a well ventilated area.
L! WARNING
• Remove all personal metal items from your body,
such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches
while working with a lead-acid battery. A battery can
produce a short circuit current high enough to weld
a ring (or the like) to metal, causing a severe burn.
• Take care not to drop any metal tool or metal object
onto the battery. This may spark or short circuit the
battery or another electrical device that may cause
an explosion.
• Always operate your battery charger in an open,
well ventilated area.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the
vicinity of the battery or engine. Batteries generate
explosive gases.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking
soda before attempting to clean up.
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Parts
This section shows an illustration of your battery charger. Use it to become familiar with where all the parts are
located, and what they look like.
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Replacement Parts List Sears 71211
Description
Part Number
Cover
3799001402
Heatsink/Diode Assembly
2299000846
Base
3799001382
AC Power Cord
90026055
Transformer
93026312
Output Cable
3899000515
Circuit Breaker (20A)
3999000072
50A Clamp (1)
2299000248
Sleeving Red (2) required
0399000007
Sleeving Black (2) required
0399000008
Meter
5399100092
Switch SPDT
0499000031
Front Panel
3799001392
Decal
0899000532
Handle
3599000240
Screw 8-18 x 3/8" (4)
5181806256
Owner's Manual and Parts List (Not Shown)0000000510
Wiring diagram
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A TEMPORARY adapter may be used to connect the
charger to a two-pole outlet if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. Use the adapter ONLY until a
properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified
electrician.
DANGER: Before using an adapter as illustrated, be
certain that the center screw of the outlet plate is
grounded. The green colored grounding clip of the
adapter must be attached by a screw to a properly
grounded outlet. If unsure whether outlet is properly
grounded, contact a professional electrician. If neces-
sary, replace the original outlet cover screw with a
longer one that will secure the grounding clip to the
outlet cover and make a ground connection to the
grounded outlet.
Using an extension cord
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If
you must use an extension cord, please make sure
that you follow these guidelines:
•Make sure that the pins on charger's power cord fit
firmly into the extension cord, and that the extension
cord fits firmly into the receptacle.
• Use only 3-conductor (grounded) extension cord
when necessary.
• Check that the extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition.
Before Using Your Battery Charger
It is important to understand your charger's requirements. This section will tell you about your charger's
electrical requirements and how to prepare a battery for charging.
Plugging it in
Electrical Shock Hazard
Be sure that power cord fits properly into outlet.
If not, have a qualified technician install a proper
outlet. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided.
Improper connection can result in electrical shock.
Your charger should be grounded to reduce the
risk of electrical shock.
Your charger is equipped with an electrical cord that
has an equipment grounding conductor and a ground-
ing plug designed to be used on a 120 volt circuit. The
plug must be plugged into an outlet that has been
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
L
! WARNING
• Make sure that the wire size is large enough for its
length and for the AC ampere rating as specified in
the accompanying chart.
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD
Length of Cord, in Feet 25
50
100
150
AWG* Size of Cord
18
18
16
14
*AWG=American Wire Gauge