User manual CHICAGO 45005

[. . . ] 6 / 2 AMP, DUAL RATE BATTERY CHARGER 45005 SET UP AnD OPERATinG inSTRUCTiOnS Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. , Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www. harborfreight. com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. SAVE THiS MAnUAL. Copyright© 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools®. [. . . ] Do not drip any battery fluids in or around the Battery Charger. Do not touch the Battery Charger cable clamps together when the charger is plugged in; touching the cable clamps together may cause personal injury. Do not touch eyes after working with a lead-acid battery. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. If battery fluids contact the skin, face, or eyes, immediately flush with plenty of fresh water. Then, contact a doctor. SERViCE 1. Equipment service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. When servicing equipment, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the "Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning" section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. 8. 2. 9. 10. Make all Cable Clamp connections before plugging in the Battery Charger. Remove all metal objects (including tools and other personal objects, i. e. , watch) from around the battery being charged. Battery must be vented and maintenance-free (non-fillable) battery. Use this product in accordance with the battery's and vehicle's instruction manual recommendations, safety warnings and charging instructions. Do not leave Battery Charger unattended. Additional Battery Charger Safety Precautions 1. This Battery Charger must only be used on lead-acid, rechargeable type batteries. Do not use this Battery Charger to charge household, drycell batteries. Dry-cell batteries may explode causing personal injury or property damage. Do not use the Battery Charger as a low voltage system power supply except in automotive applications. Do not try to start the automobile engine when the Battery Charger is connected to the battery. It may damage the unit. 2. 3. 4. Charge a lead-acid battery only in 16. Batteries can explode under certain a well-ventilated area as explosive conditions; excessive heat and/or gases may be produced during chargpoor ventilation can cause explosive ing. [. . . ] Store the Battery Charger in a clean and dry location. If any cable insulation becomes cracked and exposes copper wire, have it repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Troubleshooting Maximum ammeter reading No ammeter reading Problem Possible Causes Defective battery 1. 1. Likely Solutions Check and/or replace battery Charging current not to full output Ammeter needle moves up to full charge, then drops to zero. Check power cable and outlet connections Battery cable clamps not connected to 2. [. . . ]