Sears 12V Battery Charger & Engine Starter 2871222 User Manual

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FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE

A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE

A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE

RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually

7.1

has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the

7.2

NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of

7.3

the battery.
Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously attached to the NEGATIVE

7.4

(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 order of the connecting

7.7

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. To charge it onboard

7.8

requires equipment specially designed for marine use.

BATTERY CHARgINg – AC CONNECTIONS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and

8.1

has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated. The

charger must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.

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.