BatteryMINDer SureGuard 12212 - Manual (Page 6)

SureCare™ Model 12212
Rev. B-031809 Page 6 P/N VDC12212-MNL
incorrect, inaccurate readings.
1. Test your battery first before you connect it to
the SureCare. See page 2 for more information
on testing the battery.
2. Check the voltage in your battery. The
SureCare does not turn on if the volt age is lower
than 11 volts.
3. Charge the battery with a standard battery
charger first before connecting it to the SureCare.
4. Plug the battery clip assembly supplied in
the box into the mating plug at the end of the
SureCare’s output cord, or attach the ring
terminal assembly to your battery’s terminals (red
to + and blue to -).
5. Attach the battery clips to the posts or terminal
clamps of the battery (red to + and black to -).
6. The green indicator lights when the proper
connection is made. The green light is powered
by the battery and lights up even when the
SureCare is not plugged in an electrical outlet.
7. Plug the SureCare into an AC electrical outlet
as soon as possible after you have made the
connection to the battery. Note: The unit will use
the power from your battery and drain the battery
if you do not plug it into an electrical outlet.
8. The green light stays solid during the
maintenance mode.
9. Leave the SureCare connected to your battery
at all times when it is not in actual use.
Connecting the SureCare when Batteries are
Installed in the Equipment
Follow these instructions when the battery is
installed in the equipment (vehicle, PWC, boat,
tractor, etc.). A spark near the battery may cause
battery to explode. To reduce risk of a spark near
the battery:
1. Position the 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 SureCare 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 SureCare 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 SureCare, disconnect
it from the AC outlet, and then remove the clips
from the vehicle chassis, and the battery posts.
Connecting the SureCare when Batteries are
Outside of Equipment
Follow these steps when the battery is outside
of the vehicle or equipment. A spark near the
battery may cause battery explosion. To reduce
risk of a spark near the 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 ) SureCare 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) SureCare clip to the
free end of the cable.
5. Do not face battery when making final
connections.
6. When disconnecting the SureCare, 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
maintained on shore. To maintain it onboard
requires equipment specifically designed for
marine use.