Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto WM-2500A del fabbricante Schumacher
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Fully Automatic Microprocessor Controlled Battery Charger with Battery T ester CAUTION: Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions, and follow them with each use of this product. 0099000398/1004 OWNER’S MANUAL Schumacher Electric Corporation Mount Prospect, IL 60056 U.
2 SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. Model 2500A, Fully Automatic Battery Charger offers features to accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and effectively . Please read and follow these instructions and precau- tions carefully .
3 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model 2500A. WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BA TTERY IS DANGEROUS. BA T - TERIES GENERA TE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BA TTERY OPERA TION.
4 Never place charger directly above battery being charged. The gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger. Never touch the battery clamps together when the charger is on. You could cause a spark. Never operate charger if it has received a hard blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged.
5 BEFORE USING YOUR BA TTER Y CHARGER It is important to understand the charger’s requirements. This section explains the charger ’s electrical requirements and how to prepare a battery for charging. PLUGGING IT IN Y our charger requires a 120V AC receptacle installed according to all local codes and ordinances.
6 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORT ANT : Follow all safety instructions and precautions when charging your battery . Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Charge your battery in a well-ventilated area. heavy, unpainted metal part of the chassis or engine block, away from the battery (see figure above).
7 1. Note the polarity of the battery posts by checking the identification marks on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P or +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The positive post is usually larger than the negative post. 2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long, 6- gauge (AWG), insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -) battery post.
8 SPEEDCHARGE CONTROL DISPLAY MODE SWITCH Use this switch to set the function of the digital meter to one of the following: • BATTERY %: The digital meter displays an estimate of the percent of charge of the battery connected to the charger battery clamps.
9 CONTROL P ANEL GUIDE 2500A CONTROL PANEL GUIDE MODE OF OPERATION C h a r g e d C h a r g i n g C h e c k B a t t e r y % V o l t a g e 2 A M P 1 2 A M P 2 5 A M P R e g u l a r D e e p -C y c l e A G M , G e l C e l l Digital Display Initial power-up, battery not detected O O O 0.
10 USING THE BUIL T -IN BA TTER Y TESTER OVERVIEW The charger has a built-in battery tester that displays either an accurate battery voltage or an estimate of the battery’s relative charge based on the battery voltage and a scale set by the Battery Council International.
11 USING YOUR BA TTER Y CHARGER OVERVIEW Using the battery charger is very simple. First, connect the battery and AC power following the precautions listed under “OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS”. Then select the appropriate BA TTERY TYPE and CHARGE RA TE for your battery .
12 Read this entire manual before using your charger . The tip s below serve only as a guide for specific situations. CHARGING TIPS Reviving your battery : If you only wish to charge your battery enough to operate your vehicle; you don’t need to wait for the entire charging process to be completed.
13 BA TTER Y PERCENT AND CHARGE TIME This charger adjusts the charging time in order to charge the battery com- pletely , efficiently and safely . The microprocessor automatically makes the necessary decisions. However , this section includes guidelines that can be used to estimate charging times.
14 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance problems often can be corrected by the user . Please completely read this chart for possible solutions to common problems. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The battery is connected and The charger is not in Press DISPLA Y MODE the charger is on, but it isn't charging mode.
15 NOTES.
16 LIMITED W ARRANTY SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORA TION, 801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, MOUNT PROSPECT , ILLINOIS 60056-2179 MAKES THIS LIMITED W ARRANTY T O THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER A T RET AIL OF THIS PRODUCT .
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Schumacher WM-2500A è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Schumacher WM-2500A - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Schumacher WM-2500A imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Schumacher WM-2500A ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Schumacher WM-2500A, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Schumacher WM-2500A.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Schumacher WM-2500A. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Schumacher WM-2500A insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
