Schumacher Automatic XM1-5 - Manual (Page 8)

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Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 6-gauge (AWG) [13 mm 7.2 2 ]
insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, 7.3
P, +) post of the battery.
Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously 7.4
attached to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post as far away
from the battery as possible – then connect the NEGATIVE
(BLACK) charger clip to the free end of the cable.
Do not face the battery when making the final connection. 7.5
Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet. 7.6
When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse 7.7
order of the connecting procedure and break the first connection
while as far away from the battery as practical.
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. 7.8
To charge it onboard requires equipment specially designed for
marine use.
GROUNdiNG ANd AC POWER CORd CONNECTiONS 8.
RiSK OF ELECTRiC SHOCK OR FiRE.
This battery charger is for use on a 8.1
nominal 120-volt circuit. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances. The plug pins must fit the
receptacle (outlet). Do not use with an ungrounded system.
8.2 Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does
not fit the outlet, have a proper grounded outlet installed by a
qualified electrician. An improper connection can result in a risk of
an electric shock or electrocution. NOTE: Pursuant to Canadian
Regulations, use of an adapter plug is not allowed in Canada. Use
of an adapter plug in the United States is not recommended and
should not be used.
Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord: 8.3
100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less - use an 18 gauge (AWG) •
[0.82 mm 2 ] extension cord.
Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long - use a 16 gauge (AWG) •
[1.31 mm 2 ] extension cord.