Chicago Electric 93258 Battery Charger User Manual


 
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Operation
Caution: The Onboard Battery Charger is not acid resistant. Be careful not to spill acid during battery
maintenance, and inspect the Onboard Battery Charger carefully before use.
1. With the vehicle turned off, plug the 3 wire Power Cord (not included) into the Battery Charger and then
into an appropriate, GFCI protected outlet.
2. Observe the LED lights on the Battery Charger to determine the current status of the charger and
battery.
LED
Color
ON /
OFF
Condition
Green OFF
Check power outlet for 120 Volts AC or
check for reversed polarity.
Green ON Indicates correct polarity.
Orange OFF
Battery voltage is at least 1 volt less
than 14 VDC, and unit is charging bat-
tery.
Orange ON
Battery charger voltage is approx. 14
VDC, and charging has stopped.
In general, a lighted Green LED indicates that battery polarity is correct. A lighted Orange LED
indicates that the battery has finished charging.
3. When the battery is fully charged, the Battery Charger will automatically shut off. This will be indicated
by the Orange LED illuminating.
4. WARNING: Be sure to unplug the power cord from the charger before operating the vehicle.
Maintenance
1. Protect the Battery Charger from damage which may be caused by flooding or accumulation of cor-
rosive or greasy dirt. Occasionally wipe down the case and power cords with a slightly damp cloth. Be
careful not to touch energized terminals. You may use a light detergent or grease cutter.
2. Periodically check the Battery Charger mounting to be sure it remains firm. If the Battery Charger comes
loose, it can easily be damaged or damage other components within your vehicle engine compart-
ment.
3. Avoid corrosion of the battery terminals. Clean them periodically with a base solution such as dissolved
baking soda (not included). You may wish to install anticorrosion battery post pads (not included).
4. The Battery Charger has no user serviceable parts. Not assembly diagram or parts list is included in
this manual.
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