Bosch C3 - Connection; Disconnection; Mode Selection; Operation

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August 2009 | C3 | Battery charger Automotive Aftermarket
Prior to start-up
3 Read the battery operating instructions before
connecting up the charger.
3 Also observe the vehicle manufacturer's
specifications in the case of batteries perma-
nently connected in the vehicle.
3 Clean the battery terminals. When doing so,
do not allow the dirt to come into contact
with the eyes.
3 Ensure adequate ventilation. Hydrogen gas
(electrolytic gas) may escape from the battery
during charging and trickle charging.
Connection
3 Connect the (+) terminal (red) (5) of the
charger to the (+) terminal of the battery.
3 Connect the (–) terminal (black) (6) of the
charger to the (–) terminal of the battery.
3 The (–) terminal (black) (6) can also be
connected to the car body, however well
away from fuel pipes.
Note: Make sure the (+) and (–) terminals are firm.
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3 Only then is the power cord to be connected
to the mains current.
As soon as the charger has been connected to the
mains current, it switches automatically to standby
mode. The “Power” indicator will light up.
Note: The charger is provided with reverse
polarity protection. The LED (–)(+) (9) will light up
if the (+) and (–) terminals (5) (6) are interchanged
on connection.
Disconnection
3 Always start by disconnecting the power cord
from the mains current.
3 Disconnect the (–) terminal (black) (6)
of the charger from the (–) terminal of the
battery.
3 Disconnect the (+) terminal (red) (5)
of the charger from the (+) terminal of the
battery.
Mode selection
3 Select the required mode by pressing the
mode selection button (8).
3 The LED for the desired mode will light up.
The following modes are available:
Operation