BatteryMINDer 12612A - Manual (Page 7)

the battery has to go up to 14 volts).
10. Leave the BatteryMINDer connected to your battery at all times when it is not in actual use. You can
never overdesulphate your battery.
See page 7 for more information about connecting multiple batteries.
Connecting the BatteryMINDer when Batteries are Installed in the Equipment
Follow these instructions when battery is installed in equipment (vehicle, PWC, boat, tractor, etc.). A spark near
battery may cause battery to explode. To reduce risk of a spark near battery:
1. Position DC output cord to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, covers, or moving engine parts.
2. Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injuries.
3. Check polarity of battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter
than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
4. Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis of equipment. If the negative
post is grounded, see Item N. If the positive post is grounded, see Item P.
N. For negative grounded equipment, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the charger to the POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to the vehicle chassis or
the engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or metal body parts.
P. For positive ground equipment, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the charger to the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) UNGROUNDED post of the battery. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip to chassis or engine
block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts.
Connect to heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine.
5. When disconnecting the charger, disconnect it from the AC outlet, and then remove the clips from the
vehicle chassis, and the battery posts.
Connecting the BatteryMINDer when Batteries are Outside of Equipment
Follow these steps when battery is outside of vehicle or equipment. A spark near the battery may cause
battery explosion. To reduce risk of a spark near battery:
1. Check the polarity of battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS,P,+) battery post usually has a larger
diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
2. Attach at least a 24 inch long 6-gauge (AG) insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG -) battery
post.
3. Connect the (RED) charger clip to (POS+) the post of the battery.
4. Position yourself and free end of cable as far away from battery as possible, and then connect the
NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to free end of the cable.
5. Do not face battery when making final connections.
6. When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of the connecting procedure, and
break first connection while as far away from battery as is practical.
7. A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it onboard requires
equipment specifically designed for marine use.
Operating the BatteryMINDer
After you have installed the BatteryMINDer, keep it connected unless you are using the battery. The unit keeps
desulphating and the green LED blinks until the unit is disconnected from the battery. Note: You cannot over-
desulphate your battery.
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