Schumacher SS12-30L-BS - Manual

SEALED, FACTORY-ACTIVATED BATTERIES
Save this safety and instruction manual.
• Always wear proper eye, face and hand protection.
• Keep all sparks, flames and cigarettes away from the battery.
• Make sure work area is well ventilated.
• Never lean over battery while boosting, testing or charging.
• Exercise caution when working with metallic tools or conductors,
to prevent short circuits and sparks.
• If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash
the area with soap and water.
• If battery acid is spilled, spread baking soda over spill and dilute
with large amounts of water.
BEFORE YOU START:
READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY WARNINGS COULD RESULT
IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE FROM FIRE, EXPLOSION AND/OR ACID BURNS.
1. An initial charge is required before placing the battery into service.
2. Check the battery state of charge (see chart below).
NOTE: If the voltage is less than 100%, or the battery was not used for at least 30 days, the battery must be recharged.
3. Use an automatic battery charger/maintainer with 1A, 2A or 3A settings. Do not leave the battery unattended while charging;
monitor periodically.
4. Once the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger and put the battery into service.
5. Charge the battery immediately after purchase, after each use and every 30 days.
BATTERY VOLTAGE READING USING A VOLTMETER
STATE OF CHARGE MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY 12V MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY 6V
100% 12.78 volts 6.39 volts
75% 12.55 volts 6.275 volts
50% 12.45 volts 6.22 volts
25% 12.1 volts 6.05 volts
0% 11.76 or less 5.88 volts
Compatible chargers
For charging this type of battery, we recommend the Schumacher charger models SP1, SP2 or SP3.
For specifications on these Schumacher chargers, visit www.batterychargers.com
Please follow all manufacturer directions when charging your battery, to avoid personal injury or property damage.
CHARGING YOUR BATTERY:
1. Keep fully charged battery stored in cool, dry area, away from rain, sunlight, furnace or heat source.
2. Charge battery once a month and maintain voltage of 12.65V (12V) or 6.39V (6V) or higher, or leave connected to an automatic
charger/maintainer.
OFF-SEASON CARE AND STORAGE:
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Wash hands after handling.