Schumacher Automatic PSW-70300A User Manual

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The Chart Method

Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to bring a

battery to full charge. First, identify where your battery fits into the chart.

NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED.

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

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

Add more time for severely discharged batteries.

BATTERY SIZE/RATING

CHARGE RATE/CHARGING TIME

4 AMP

20 AMP 40 AMP

70 Amp

SMALL

BATTERIES

Motorcycle,

garden,

tractor, etc.

6 - 12 AH

1 - 2 hrs

12 - 32 AH

2 - 5 hrs

CARS/

TRUCKS

200 - 315 CCA

40 - 60 RC

5½ - 7¼

hrs

1 - 1½

hrs

½ - ¾ hr

20 - 30

min

315 - 550 CCA

60 - 85 RC

7¼ - 9¼

hrs

1½ - 2

hrs

¾ - 1 hr

30 - 40

min

550 - 1000 CCA 80 - 190 RC

9¼ -

17½ hrs

2 - 3½

hrs

1 - 1¾

hrs

40 min -

1 hr

MARINE/DEEP CYCLE

80 RC

8¾ hrs

1¾ hrs

140 RC

13½ hrs

2¾ hrs

160 RC

15 hrs

3 hrs

180 RC

16½ hrs

3½ hrs

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

14.

After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery

14.1

charger (see Sections 6, 7 and 8).

Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the terminals,

14.2

cords, and the charger case.

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

14.3

including the plastic boots on the battery clips.

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

14.4

All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.

14.5

MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

15.

Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity

15.1

until it is unplugged from the outlet.

Store inside, in a cool, dry place.

15.2

Store the clips on the fiberglass clamp rod. Do not store them on the handle, clipped

15.3

together, on or around metal, or clipped to the cables.

if the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location, take care to

15.4

avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to do so could result in

personal injury or property damage.