Introduction & specifications 3. operation – Sealey AUTOCHARGE124 User Manual
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2.1. INTRODUCTION
Compact electronic battery charger with pressed steel casing and carry handle. Intelligent charge control makes this unit perfect for long term
maintenance of batteries on irregularly or seasonally used vehicles. Suitable for lead-acid or low maintenance batteries, charger reacts contin-
uously to battery condition and delivers whatever charge rate is required. Reverse polarity protection prevents inadvertent damage to charger.
An LED display confirms the status of charger and an analogue ammeter gives an accurate indication of charge rate.
This electronic charger can be connected to a battery for an indefinite period - the intelligent circuitry constantly monitoring the voltage and
maintaining the charge level at optimum.
2.2. SPECIFICATIONS
Model No: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AUTOCHARGE124
Output: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12V/24Vdc
Output Current Peak(EN): . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18A (12A/6A)
Input: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230V 50Hz 1.45A
Battery Range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-150Ah
Keep tools and other items away from the engine and ensure you can see the battery and working parts of engine clearly.
Ensure the output of the charger is the same voltage as the battery.
If battery has caps to access the battery fluid, remove the caps and check the fluid level before connecting the power clamps. If necessary
top-up the battery with distilled water by referring to the battery manufacturer’s instructions (Apply the personal safety precautions
described in part 1.2).
If the charger receives a sharp knock or blow the unit must be checked by a qualified service agent before using.
If the battery terminals are corroded or dirty clean them before attaching the power clamps.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
DO NOT dis-assemble the charger for any reason. The charger must only be checked by qualified service personnel.
DO NOT try to charge a non-rechargeable battery.
DO NOT try to start engine when charger is connected to battery.
DO NOT try to charge battery if battery fluid is frozen.
WARNING! To prevent the risk of sparking, short circuit and possible explosion DO NOT drop metal tools in the battery area, or allow them
to touch the battery terminals.
DO NOT allow power clamps to touch each other or to make contact with any metallic part of the vehicle.
DO NOT cross connect power leads from charger to battery. Ensure positive (+/RED) is to positive and negative (-/BLACK) is to negative.
DO NOT pull the cables or clamps from the battery terminals.
DO NOT use the charger outdoors, or in damp, or wet locations and DO NOT operate within the vicinity of flammable liquids or gases.
DO NOT use charger inside vehicle or inside engine compartment.
Ensure there is effective ventilation to prevent a build-up of explosive gases, and do not cover or obstruct charger ventilation louvres.
DO NOT use the charger for a task for which it is not designed.
WARNING! DO NOT simultaneously charge batteries of different capacities or discharge levels.
WARNING! If a fuse blows, ensure it is replaced with an identical fuse type and rating. Use only Sealey genuine parts.
When not in use, store the charger carefully in a safe, dry, childproof location.
NOTE! This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS
3. OPERATION
WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply the safety and operational instructions before connecting the charger power
clamps to the battery. Only when you are sure that you understand the procedures is it safe to proceed with the actual charging
process.
Note: This electronic charger can be connected to a battery for an indefinite period - the intelligent circuitry constantly monitoring the voltage
and maintaining the charge level at optimum.
Note: These units are fitted with a Thermal Fuse which will switch the charger off if the battery draws too large a current for too long a period
of time or in the event of high ambient temperature. Should this occur the unit must be returned to your local dealer for re-setting.
3.1. FRONT PANEL FACILITIES. (See Fig.1)
3.1.1.
Ammeter (Fig.1.1): When the unit is plugged in to the mains supply and connected to a battery the ammeter indicates the level of
charge being delivered to the battery. Where a battery is in a low state of charge the needle will be over to the right (or in the red zone).
As charging continues the needle will move to the left to ‘0’ (or be in the green zone) indicating that the battery is fully charged).
3.1.2.
Current Switch (Fig.1.4): Choose between 12V and 24V.
3.1.3.
Charge Status LED (Fig.1.3): This is a dual colour LED. Whilst the battery is charging it is red. When the battery has reached full
charge the LED will turn green.
3.1.4.
Warning LED (Fig.1.2): If the polarity is reversed (i.e. the battery clamps have been put onto the wrong terminals) the ‘REVERSE’ LED
will illuminate red.
Immediately unplug the charger. Do not reconnect the charger until the reason for the condition has been
understood and resolved.
Fig.1
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AUTOCHARGE124 Issue: 1 - 27/06/11