Schumacher 600A - Manuel (Page 7)

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1. Note the polarity of the battery posts
by checking the identification marks
on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P or
+) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The
positive post is usually larger than
the negative post.
2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long, 6-
gauge (AWG), insulated battery
cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -)
battery post. Rock and twist the
clamp back and forth to be sure a
solid electrical connection is made.
3. Connect the red (POSITIVE) output
clamp to the POSITIVE battery post.
Rock and twist the clamp back and
forth to be sure a solid electrical
connection is made.
4. Position yourself as far away from
the battery as possible, and then
connect the black (NEGATIVE)
output clamp to the free end of the
cable.
5. Plug the power cord into an AC
outlet.
6. Press the appropriate control buttons
to select the desired charge rate and
battery voltage. The CHARGING
(yellow) LED should light and the
charging process should start. If the
CHECK (red) LED is on, check for
correct cable connections.
7. To disconnect the charger, unplug its
power cord before attempting to
disconnect the charger clamps. Then,
while standing away from the battery,
remove the output clamp from the
NEGATIVE battery post. Finally,
remove the output clamp from the
POSITIVE battery post.
8. Clean and store the charger in a dry
location.
IMPORTANT: Follow all safety instruc-
tions and precautions when charging
your battery. Wear complete eye
protection and clothing protection.
Charge your battery in a well-ventilated
area.
POSITIVE
NEGATIVE
BATTERY CHARGER
BATTERY
24", 6 GAUGE CABLE
POWER
CORD
TO
GROUNDED
POWER
OUTLET
CHARGING BATTERY REMOVED
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