Maintenance And Care; Troubleshooting - Schumacher Electric SE50 Manual Del Usuario

4. If the engine fails to start, boost the
battery for 5 more minutes before
attempting to crank the engine again.
5. After the engine starts, unplug the AC
power cord before disconnecting the
battery clamps from the vehicle.
A minimal amount of care can keep your
battery charger working properly for years.
• Clean the clamps each time you are
finished charging. Wipe off any battery fluid
that may have come in contact with the
clamps to prevent corrosion.
• Occasionally cleaning the case of the
charger with a soft cloth will keep the finish
shiny and help prevent corrosion.
PROBLEM
Battery clamps do not
spark when touched
together.
All three LEDs come
on for 2 seconds, then
turn off.
The charger will not
turn on when properly
connected.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
The charger is equipped
with an auto-start feature.
It will not supply current to
the battery clamps until a
battery is properly connected.
The clamps will not spark if
touched together.
The charger is plugged into an
AC outlet.
The charger was recently
unplugged from an AC outlet.
AC outlet is dead.
Poor electrical connection.
NOTE: If the engine does turn over but
never starts, there is not a problem with the
starting system; there is a problem
somewhere else with the vehicle. STOP
cranking the engine until the other problem
has been diagnosed and corrected.
• Coil the input and output cords neatly when
storing the charger. This will help prevent
accidental damage to the cords and charger.
• Store the charger unplugged from the AC
power outlet in an upright position.
• Store inside, in a cool, dry place. Do not
store the clamps clipped together, on the
handle, on or around metal, or clipped to
the cables.
No problem; this is a normal
condition.
No problem; this is normal.
This is normal. Allow a few
minutes for the charger to shut off.
Check for open fuse or circuit
breaker supplying AC outlet.
Check power cord and extension
cord for loose fitting plug.
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REASON/SOLUTION