Sears 200.71206 - Manual (Page 12)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE
PARTS
OPERATION
SAFETY
TROUBLESHOOTING
Performance problems often result from little things that you can fix yourself. Please
read through this chart for a possible solution if a problem occurs.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION/REASONS
No ammeter reading. Clamps not making good
connection.
2-amp charge rate.
No AC power reaching charger.
Shorted battery clamps.
Shorted battery.
Charger leads reversed
on battery.
Extension cord too long or
wire gauge to small.
Battery has weak cell or
sulfated plate.
Battery is only partially
discharged.
Transformer laminations
vibrate (buzz).
Shorted diode (hum).
Circuit breaker in
charger cycles on and
off with a clicking
sound.
Ammeter reads less
than selected charge
rate when charging.
Charger makes a loud
buzz or hum.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem...
call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.
1-800-SEARS-64
(1-800-732-7764)
7 AM to 4:30 PM CST Monday through Friday
Have charger tested by qualified
technician.
Continue charging battery.
Continue charging. Buzz is not
abnormal.
Use shorter or heavier extension cord.
Sulfated battery will eventually take a
normal charge if left connected. If the
battery will not take a charge, have it
tested by a qualified Sears technician.
Check for poor connection at battery.
Make sure clamps and posts are clean.
Ammeter needle will indicate little activ-
ity at the 2-amp charge rate.
Check AC outlet and extension cords for
loose fitting plug.
Check for open fuse or circuit breaker
supplying AC outlet.
Separate the clamps. Circuit
breaker cycles when current
draw is too high. Check for worn
cables and replace if needed.
Have qualified Sears technician
test the battery.
Correct connections.