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CALCULATiNG CHARGE TiME

13.

Find your battery’s rating on the chart below, and note the charge time

given. The times given are for batteries with a 50% charge prior to

recharging. Add more time for severely discharged batteries.
NR means the charger setting is not recommended.

BATTERY SiZE/RATiNG

CHARGiNG TiME

SMALL

Motorcycle,

garden

tractor, etc.

6 - 12 AH

2 ½ - 4 hrs

12 - 32 AH

5 - 13 ½ hrs

CARS/

TRUCKS

200 - 315

CCA

40 - 60 RC

NR

315 - 550

CCA

60 - 85 RC

NR

550 - 1000

CCA

80 - 190 RC

NR

MARINE/DEEP CYCLE

80 RC

NR

140 RC

NR

160 RC

NR

180 RC

NR

MAiNTENANCE iNSTRUCTiONS

14.

After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and

14.1

disconnect the battery charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).

Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil

14.2

from the battery clips, cords, and the charger case.

Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good

14.3

working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.

Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-

14.4

serviceable parts.

All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.

14.5