Maintenance And Care - Schumacher Electric 98-1 Manuel D'utilisation

COMPLETION OF CHARGE
Charge completion is indicated by the Charged/Maintaining (green) LED. When lit, the charger has
switched to the maintain mode of operation.
MAINTAIN MODE (FLOAT MODE MONITORING)
When the Charged/Maintaining (green) LED is lit, the charger has started maintain mode. In this mode, the
charger keeps the battery fully charged by delivering a small current when necessary. If the charger has to
provide its maximum maintain current for a continuous 12 hour period, it will go into abort mode (see Aborted
Charge section). This is usually caused by a drain on the battery or the battery could be bad. Make sure there
are no loads on the battery. If there are, remove them. If there are none, have the battery checked or replaced.
MAINTAINING A BATTERY
The unit charges and maintains 12V batteries, keeping them at full charge.
NOTE: The maintain mode technology allows you to safely charge and maintain a healthy battery
for extended periods of time. However, problems with the battery, electrical problems in the vehicle,
improper connections or other unanticipated conditions could cause excessive current draws. As such,
occasionally monitoring your battery and the charging process is required.
USING THE ENGINE START SETTING
Your battery charger can be used to jump start your car if the battery is low. Follow all safety instructions
and precautions for charging your battery. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection.
WARNING: Using the ENGINE START setting WITHOUT a battery installed in the vehicle could cause
damage to the vehicle's electrical system.
NOTE: If you have charged the battery and it still will not start your car, do not use the Engine Start
setting, or it could damage the vehicle's electrical system. Have the battery checked.
1. With the charger unplugged from the AC outlet, connect the charger to the battery, following the
instructions given in Follow These Steps When Battery Is Installed In Vehicle.
2. With the charger plugged in and connected to the battery of the vehicle, set the Rate Selection
to the Engine Start position.
3. Crank the engine until it starts or 3 seconds pass. If the engine does not start, wait 3 minutes before
cranking again. NOTE: During extremely cold weather, or if the battery is under 2 volts, use the
Boost setting for 5 minutes before cranking the engine.
4. If the engine fails to start, boost the battery for 5 more minutes before attempting to crank the engine again.
5. After the engine starts, unplug the AC power cord before disconnecting the battery clamps from the vehicle.
NOTE: If the engine does turn over but never starts, there is not a problem with the starting system;
there is a problem somewhere else with the vehicle. STOP cranking the engine until the other problem
has been diagnosed and corrected.

12. MAINTENANCE AND CARE

A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years.
• Clean the clamps each time you are finished charging. Wipe off any battery fluid that may have come
in contact with the clamps to prevent corrosion.
• Occasionally cleaning the case of the charger with a soft cloth will keep the finish shiny and help
prevent corrosion.
• Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the charger. This will help prevent accidental damage
to the cords and charger.
• Store the charger unplugged from the AC power outlet in an upright position.
• Store inside, in a cool, dry place. Do not store the clamps clipped together, on the handle, on or around
metal, or clipped to the cables.
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