Grounding And Ac Power Cord Connections - Schumacher Electric SPI1224 Manual Del Propietário

7. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
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diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
7.2 Attach at least a 24-inch (61 cm) long 7 AWG (10 mm
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
7.3 Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger connector to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the
battery.
7.4 Position yourself and the free end of the cable you previously attached to the NEGATIVE
(NEG, N, -) battery post as far away from the battery as possible – then connect the
NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger connector to the free end of the cable.
7.5 Do not face the battery when making the final connection.
7.6 Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.
7.7 When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse order of the connecting
procedure and break the first connection while as far away from the battery as practical.
7.8 A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it onboard
requires equipment specially designed for marine use.

8. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS

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proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper connection can result in a risk
of an electric shock or electrocution.
8.3 USING AN EXTENSION CORD
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If you must use an extension cord,
follow these guidelines:
• Pins on plug of extension cord must be the same number, size, and shape as those of
plug on charger.
• Ensure that the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
• Wire size must be large enough for the AC ampere rating of charger.
Recommended minimum AWG size for extension cord:
• 100 feet (30.5 meters) long or less – use an 16 gauge (1.31 mm
• Over 100 feet (30.5 meters) long – use a 14 gauge (2.08 mm
9. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9.1 Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the battery charger.
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
8.1 This battery charger is for use on a nominal 230V, 50Hz 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.
Never alter the AC cord or plug provided – if it does not fit the outlet, have a
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A
BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
7.1 Check the polarity of the battery posts. The
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger
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) insulated battery cable to the
) extension cord.
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) extension cord.
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