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AUTOMATIC DIAGNOSTIC CHARGER FOR 12V LEAD-ACID BATTERIES

FROM 3Ah TO 50Ah, AS FOUND IN:

DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Li-Ion OR NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.

Input: 100-240V maximum 0,27A. The maximum output current is 0,8A.

IMPORTANT: READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE CHARGER

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or

mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be

supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

SAFETY WARNING AND NOTES: Batteries emit EXPLOSIVE GASES - prevent ﬂ ame or sparks near batteries. Disconnect AC

power supply before making or breaking DC/battery connections. Battery acid is highly corrosive. Wear protective clothing and

eyewear and avoid contact. In case of accidental contact, wash immediately with soap and water. Check that the battery posts are

not loose; if so, have the battery professionally assessed. If the battery posts are corroded, clean with a copper wire brush; if greasy

or dirty clean with a rag damped in detergent. Use the charger only if the input and output leads and connectors are in good,

undamaged condition. If the input cable is damaged, it is essential to have it replaced without delay by the manufacturer, his

authorised service agent or a qualiﬁ ed workshop, to avoid danger. Protect your charger from acid and acid fumes and from damp

and humid conditions both during use and in storage. Damage resulting from corrosion, oxidation or internal electrical short-

circuiting is not covered by warranty. Distance the charger from the battery during charging to avoid contamination by or exposure

to acid or acidic vapours. If using it in the horizontal orientation, place the charger on a hard, ﬂ at surface, but NOT on plastic, textile

or leather. Use the ﬁ xing holes provided in the enclosure base to attach the charger to any convenient, sound vertical surface.

EXPOSURE TO LIQUIDS: This charger is designed to withstand exposure to liquids accidentally spilled or splashed onto the

casing from above, or to light rainfall. Prolonged exposure to falling rain is inadvisable and longer service life will be obtained by

minimizing such exposure.Failure of the charger due to oxidation resulting from the eventual penetration of liquid into the electronic

components, connectors or plugs,is not covered by warranty.

BATTERY CONNECTIONS: 2 interchangeable connection sets are available, supplied with the charger is a set of battery clips for

charging the battery off-vehicle, the other connection set comes with metal eyelet lugs for permanent connection to the battery

posts, and re-sealable weatherproof cap on the connector that connects to the charger output cable. This connection set allows easy

and sure connection of the charger to maintain the battery on-vehicle. The resealable weatherproof cap is designed to protect the

connector from dirt and damp whenever the charger is not attached. Consult a professional service agent for assistance in attaching

the metal eyelets to the battery posts. Secure the connector with weatherproof cap so that it cannot foul any moving part of the

vehicle or the cable can be pinched or damaged by sharp edges. The in-line fuse in the eyelets connection set protects the battery

against such accidental shorting across positive and negative conductors. Replace any burnt fuse only with a similar new fuse of

15A rating.

CONNECTING THE CHARGER TO THE BATTERY

1. Disconnect AC power supply before making or breaking DC / battery connections.

2. If charging a battery in the vehicle with the battery clips, before making connections, ﬁ rst check that the battery clips can be

safely and securely positioned clear from surrounding wiring, metal tubing or the chassis. Make connections in the following

order: First connect to the battery terminal not connected to the chassis (normally positive), then connect the other battery clip

(normally negative) to the chassis well away from the battery and fuel line. Always disconnect in reverse sequence.

3. When charging a battery out of the vehicle with the battery clips, place it in a well ventilated area. Connect the charger to the

battery: RED clamp to POSITIVE (POS, P or +) terminal and BLACK clamp to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or –) terminal. Make sure the

connections are ﬁ rm and secure. Good contact is important.

4. If the battery is deeply discharged (and possibly sulfated), remove from the vehicle and inspect the battery before

connecting the charger for a recovery attempt. Visually check the battery for mechanical defects such as a bulging or

cracked casing, or signs of electrolyte leakage. If the battery has ﬁ ller caps and the plates within the cells can be seen from the

outside, examine the battery carefully to try to determine if any cells seem different to the others (for example, with white

matter between the plates, plates touching). If mechanical defects are apparent do not attempt to charge the battery, have the

battery professionally assessed.

5. If the battery is new, before connecting the charger read the battery manufacturer’s safety and operational instructions

carefully. If applicable, carefully and exactly follow acid ﬁ lling instructions.

SAFETY

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