Schumacher Electric SC1360 Manuel D'utilisation page 8

Battery % – The digital display shows
an estimated charge percentage of the
battery connected to the charger's battery
clamps.
Voltage – The digital display shows
the voltage at the charger battery clamps,
in DC volts.
BATTERY TYPE BUTTON
Use this button to select the battery type.
NOTE: Batteries should be marked with
their type. If charging a battery that is not
marked, check the manual of the item
that uses the battery. If the battery type is
unknown, use the AGM setting.
– Used in cars, trucks and motorcycles,
these batteries have vent caps and
are often marked "low maintenance" or
"maintenance-free". This type of battery is
designed to deliver quick bursts of energy
(such as starting engines) and has a greater
plate count. The plates are thinner and have
somewhat different material composition.
Regular batteries should not be used for
deep-cycle applications.
– The Absorbed Glass Mat
construction allows the electrolyte to be
suspended in close proximity with the
plate's active material. In theory, this
enhances both the discharge and recharge
efficiency. The AGM batteries are a variant
of Sealed VRLA (valve regulated lead-acid)
batteries. Popular uses include high-
performance engine starting, power sports,
deep-cycle, solar and storage batteries.
11. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A spark near the battery may
cause an explosion.
IMPORTANT: Do not start the vehicle with
the charger connected to the AC outlet, or
it may damage the charger.
NOTE: This charger is equipped with
an auto-start feature. Current will not be
supplied to the battery clamps until a
battery is properly connected. The clamps
will not spark if touched together.
CHARGING A BATTERY
IN THE VEHICLE
1. Turn off all the vehicle's accessories.
2. Keep the hood open.
3. Clean the battery terminals.
4. Place the charger on a dry, non-
flammable surface.
5. Lay the AC/DC cables away from any
fan blades, belts, pulleys and other
moving parts.
– The electrolyte in a GEL cell has a
silica additive that causes it to set up or
stiffen. The recharge voltages on this type
of cell are lower than those for other styles
of lead-acid battery. This is probably the
most sensitive cell in terms of adverse
reactions to overvoltage charging. Gel
batteries are best used in VERY DEEP
cycle application and may last a bit longer
in hot weather applications. If the wrong
battery charger is used on a gel cell
battery, poor performance and premature
failure will result.
LED INDICATORS
CLAMPS REVERSED (red) LED
flashing: The connections are reversed.
(Yellow/orange) LED lit:
The charger is charging the battery.
CHARGED/MAINTAINING (green)
LED lit: The battery is fully charged and
the charger is in maintain mode.
NOTE: See Operating Instructions for a
complete description of the charger modes.
RATE SELECTION BUTTON
Use this button to set the maximum
charge rate. Press the button until the
desired charge rate is selected.
– For charging small batteries, such as
those commonly used in garden tractors,
snowmobiles and motorcycles. Also used
to maintain fully charged large batteries.
– For charging automotive, marine
and light truck batteries. Not intended for
industrial applications.
6. Connect the battery, following the
precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.
7. Connect the charger to an
electrical outlet.
8. Select the battery type and charge rate.
9. When charging is complete,
disconnect the charger from the AC
power, remove the clamps from the
vehicle's chassis, and then remove
the clamp from the battery terminal.
CHARGING A BATTERY
OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE
1. Place battery in a well-ventilated area.
2. Clean the battery terminals.
3. Connect the battery, following the
precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.
4. Connect the charger to the
electrical outlet.
5. Select the battery type and charge rate.
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