Schumacher SC1357 Battery Charger User Manual

Schumacher SC1357 Battery Charger User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
2. This charger is not intended for use by children.
3. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
4. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Schumacher® Electric Corporation may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
5. To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
6. WARNING:
   RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
   a.
   WORKING IN THE 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 YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
   b.
   To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.

PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
• Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
• Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
• If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters the eye, immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
• NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
• Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or another electrical part that may cause an explosion.

PREPARING TO CHARGE

• If necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge, always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.
• Be sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated while the battery is being charged.
• Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with the eyes.
• Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve-regulated lead acid batteries, carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
• Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.
• Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the car owner’s manual and make sure that the output voltage selector switch is set at the correct voltage. If the charger has an adjustable charge rate, charge the battery initially at the lowest rate.

CHARGER LOCATION

• Locate the charger as far away from the battery as DC cables permit.
• Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
• Never allow battery acid to drip on the charger when reading electrolyte-specific gravity or filling the battery.
• Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.
• Do not set a battery on top of the charger.

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

• Connect and disconnect DC output clips only after setting any charger switches to the “off” position and removing the AC cord from the electric outlet. Never allow clips to touch each other.
• Attach clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in sections 6 and 7.

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 could result in damage to 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.
6. Connect the battery, following the precautions listed in sections 6 and 7.
7. Connect the charger to an electrical outlet.
8. 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 the 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. When charging is complete, disconnect the charger from the AC power, disconnect the negative clamp, and finally the positive clamp.
6. A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore.

CHARGE RATE
The charger will automatically adjust the charging current, based on battery size, in order to charge the battery completely, efficiently, and safely.

AUTOMATIC CHARGING MODE
When the Automatic Charge is performed, the charger switches to the maintenance mode automatically after the battery is charged.

MAINTAINING A BATTERY

The SC1357 maintains both 6 and 12 volt batteries, keeping them at full charge.
NOTE: The maintenance 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.

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, clipped to the handle, on or around metal, or clipped to the cables.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

• Input Voltage………………………………………………………………………..120V AC @ 60Hz, 1.5A
• Output Voltage………………………………………………..6V or 12V, with Auto Voltage Detection
• Output Current Rating………………………………………….2A DC @ 6V DC; 6A DC @ 12V DC

BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS

If these solutions do not eliminate the problem, or for more information about troubleshooting, contact customer service for assistance:

• services@schumacherelectric.com
• www.batterychargers.com
• or call 1-800-621-5485
• Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm CST

For REPAIR OR RETURN, contact Customer Service at 1-800-621-5485. DO NOT SHIP UNIT until you receive a RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION (RMA) number from Customer Service at Schumacher Electric Corporation.

LIMITED WARRANTY

THE WARRANTY IS NOT VALID IN MEXICO.
SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056-2179, MAKES THIS LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE OR ASSIGNABLE.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE MANUFACTURER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME OR MAKE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION TOWARDS THE PRODUCT OTHER THAN THIS WARRANTY.
Schumacher® and the Schumacher logo are registered trademarks
of Schumacher Electric Corporation.

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