6V/12V Smart Charger Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Packaging Contents .............................................................................................................................. 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information .................
Intended Use The Strongway 6V/12V Smart Charger is suitable for all types of 12V batteries, including Gel and AGM. The charger will quickly and easily charge the vehicle battery and keep the battery performing optimally. The charger has a digital display to keep track of voltage, current, and charging progression. It also has a charging system to keep batteries fully charged, as well as three different charging rates for charging a variety of batteries.
The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner. Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how it works. Do not modify this product in any way.
Secure the work with clamps or a vise instead of your hand when practical. This safety precaution allows for proper tool operation using both hands. ⚠CAUTION CHARGER USE AND CARE Do not force the charger. Products are safer and do a better job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct product for the job. Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Make sure you have adequate space to use this charger. Position the charger as far away from the battery as permitted by DC Cable. Never place the charger directly above the battery that is being charged; as this may cause the charger to be damaged by gases expelled from the battery. Never set a battery or any other object on the charger. Do not operate if cords or wires are frayed or defective, or if charger base is defective in any way.
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal. Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration.
Main Parts of #56766 Reference Subassembly 1 Output cables - This charger comes with two quick connect charging leads for extra versatility, standard clamps, and ring terminals. The battery may be charged using any of these two connection options. 2 Digital display window- Shows charging current, voltage, battery capacity %, and error codes. 3 Volt/Error LED indicator – LED shows 6V, 12V, and fault. 4 Volt selection button – Press to select 6V or 12V battery voltage.
Main Parts of #56767 Reference Subassembly 1 Digital display window- Shows charging current, voltage, and battery capacity % and error codes. 2 Charging State LED indicator – When battery is charging, green light will flash. When battery is fully charged, green light will be solid. 3 Current/Volt/Battery capacity % LEDs – When chosen to display current, volts, or battery capacity % on the digital display, the respective LED will emit a green light and will show on the display.
for use in case battery acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing. If this happens, wash immediately with soap and water, and then get medical attention. Risk of explosion. Batteries contain acid and produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, and cigarettes away from the battery at all times. Wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety goggles and face shield during use. Do not use an extension cord. Remove metal items such as rings, bracelets and necklaces while working with this charger.
The unit will switch automatically from Charging to Maintain mode when the battery is fully charged. Aborted Charge If charging cannot be completed normally, the unit will abort the procedure and an error message will appear. (Check the Error Codes in the trouble shooting section.) To reset an aborted charge, unplug the charger/maintainer from the outlet, check connections and fuse, wait a few minutes, and plug it back in.
#56767- 6V/12V 2/8A Smart Battery Charger Select Charging Rate This smart charger has an optimal function (defaulted setting). The optimal function is automatically selected but if you do not want to use the optimal function, you can choose your charging rate manually. This Smart Charger has three additional charging rate options. Press the "AMP" button to choose the desired charging rate: 6V 2A – Can be used for 6V batteries such as motorcycles.
3-Stage Charging First Stage - Bulk Charge: Delivers maximum charging amperage to "wake up" any serviceable 6 or 12 volt battery. When battery reaches a maximum safe predetermined voltage, the charger will automatically move into Stage 2 of the charging process. Second Stage – Absorption: Maintains the maximum possible charge at a constant, safe, predetermined voltage.
Error Code Cause Solution F04 The charger is overheating. Make sure the vents are clear. The charger will resume charging when cooled. F05 Does not enter the float stage after 24 hours or the battery is defective. Disconnect the charger with battery and recharge again. Do not use the battery for other purposes when it is charging. Check the battery conditions. F06 Reverse polarity is occuring. Reconnect the battery clips correctly.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or "Your") that the Strongway product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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