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Sears 200.71240 User Manual

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USING ThE ENGINE START fEATURE

13.

Set charge rate switch and timer to OFF positions.

13.1

With the charger unplugged from the AC outlet, connect the charger to the

13.2

battery following instructions given in section 6 or 7.
Plug the charger AC power cord into the AC outlet, then move timer from

13.3

OFF to HOLD position.
Set the charge rate switch to the engine start position and then crank the

13.4

engine. Follow the duty cycle of your charger for proper ON / OFF times.

During extremely cold weather or when the battery is severely exhausted,

charge the battery for about 5 minutes before cranking the engine.
If the engine fails to start, charge the battery for 5 more minutes before

13.5

attempting to crank the engine again.
After the engine starts, move the charge rate switch to OFF and unplug

13.6

the AC power cord from the outlet before disconnecting DC clips.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

14.

Before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect battery charger

14.1

(see sections 6.7 or 7.6).
After use, use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil

14.2

from terminals, cords, and the charger case.
Through routine maintenance, ensure all user installed parts are secured.

14.3

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

15.

Store charger unplugged, in an upright condition. Cord will still conduct

15.1

electricity until it is unplugged from outlet.
Store inside, in a dry, cool place (unless you’re using an on-board Marine

15.2

Charger ).
Do not store clips on handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or

15.3

clipped to cables.