Schumacher SPEEDCHARGE 300A - Manual (Page 8)

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1. Note the polarity of the battery posts
by checking the identification marks
on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P
or +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -).
The positive post is usually larger
than the negative post.
2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long,
6-gauge (AWG), insulated battery
cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or
-) battery post. Rock and twist the
clamp back and forth to be sure a
solid electrical connection is made.
3. Connect the red (POSITIVE) output
clamp to the POSITIVE battery post.
Rock and twist the clamp back and
forth to be sure a solid electrical con-
nection is made.
POSITIVE NEGATIVE
BATTERy CHARGER
BATTERy
24", 6 GAUGE
CABLE
POWER
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POWER
OUTLET
CHARGING BATTERy REMOVEd
FROM THE VEHICLE:
4. Position yourself as far away from
the battery as possible, and then
connect the black (NEGATIVE)
output clamp to the free end of the
cable.
5. Plug the power cord into an AC 120V
electrical wall outlet. The charger will
be set to the Tester Mode for REGU-
LAR battery type.
6. Press the appropriate control buttons
to select the desired charge rate
and battery type. The CHARGING
(yellow) LED should light and the
charging process should start. If the
CHECK (red) LED is on, check for
correct cable connections.
7. To disconnect the charger, unplug
its power cord before attempting
to disconnect the charger clamps.
Then, standing away from the bat-
tery, remove the output clamp from
the NEGATIVE battery post. Finally,
remove the output clamp from the
POSITIVE battery post.
8. Clean and store the charger in a dry
location.
IMPORTANT: Follow all safety instruc-
tions and precautions when charging
your battery. Wear complete eye protec-
tion and clothing protection. Charge your
battery in a well-ventilated area.
MAINTENANCE ANd CARE
A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years.
1. 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.
2. Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the charger. This will help pre-
vent accidental damage to the cords and charger.
3. Occasional cleaning of the case of the charger with a soft cloth will keep the finish
shiny and help prevent corrosion.
4. Store the battery charger in a clean and dry location.