Schumacher Automatic SC-8010A User Manual
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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
2 AMP
10◄►25 AMP
SMALL
BATTERIES
Motorcycle,
garden,
tractor, etc.
6 - 12 Ah
2 - 4 hrs
NR
12 - 32 Ah
4 - 10 hrs
NR
CARS/TRUCKS
200 - 315 CCA
40 - 60 RC
11¼ - 14½ hrs
1 - 2¼ hrs
315 - 550 CCA
60 - 85 RC
NR
1½ - 3 hrs
550 - 1000 CCA 80 - 190 RC
NR
2 - 3½ hrs
MARINE/DEEP CYCLE
80 RC
NR
1¾ - 3½ hrs
140 RC
NR
2¾ - 5½ hrs
160 RC
NR
3 - 6 hrs
180 RC
NR
3¼ - 6½ hrs
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
13.
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the battery
13.1
charger (see sections 6, 7 and 8).
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery clips,
13.2
cords, and the charger case.
Ensure that all of the charger components are in place and in good working condition,
13.3
for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.
13.4
All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.
13.5
MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
14.
Store the charger unplugged, in an upright position. The cord will still conduct electricity
14.1
until it is unplugged from the outlet.
Store inside, in a cool, dry place (unless you’re using an on-board Marine Charger).
14.2
Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped to
14.3
cables.
If the charger is moved around the shop or transported to another location, take care to
14.4
avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and charger. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or property damage.
TROUBLESHOOTING
15.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REASON/SOLUTION
Battery clips do not spark
when touched together.
The charger is equipped
with an auto-start feature. It
will not supply current to the
battery clips until a battery is
properly connected. Meaning,
the clips will not spark if
touched together.
No problem, this is a normal
condition.
The charger is making an
audible clicking sound.
Circuit breaker is cycling.
Battery is defective.
The settings may be wrong.
Check the charger settings.
Have the battery checked.