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If your Craftsman Battery Charger won't turn on, check the AC outlet for an open fuse or circuit breaker. Also, inspect the power cord and any extension cords for loose connections. It's also recommended to have the battery checked for defects.
What to do if Craftsman CMXCESM162 is unable to keep battery fully charged?
If your Craftsman Battery Charger can't keep the battery fully charged in maintain mode, first ensure there are no active loads draining the battery. If loads are present, remove them. If there are no loads, the battery may be defective and should be checked or replaced.
What to do if Bad Battery LED is lit on Craftsman CMXCESM162 Battery Charger?
If the Bad Battery LED is lit on your Craftsman Battery Charger, the battery may be defective. Ensure there are no loads on the battery; if present, remove them. The battery may be overheated, so allow it to cool. The battery may be too large, have a short circuit, too low capacity, too old, or not hold a charge. In any case, have the battery checked or replaced.
What to do if Craftsman Battery Charger is unable to reach the “full charge” voltage?
If the battery is unable to reach the full charge voltage while using the Craftsman Battery Charger, this may be because you are trying to charge a large battery, or a bank of batteries, on too low of a current setting. Try again with a higher current setting or have the battery checked or replaced.
Why Craftsman CMXCESM162 charging LED never lit?
If the charging LED on your Craftsman Battery Charger never lights up, it could be because the battery voltage is low. Press the START/STOP button to start charging.
What to do if Craftsman Battery Charger connections to the battery are reversed?
If the connections to the battery are reversed on your Craftsman Battery Charger, the battery is connected backwards. Unplug the charger and reverse the connections to the battery.
What to do if Craftsman CMXCESM162 Battery Charger cannot desulfate the battery?
The battery could not be desulfated; have it checked or replaced.
What to do if Craftsman CMXCESM162 Battery Charger battery voltage is still under 10V?
If, after 2 hours of charging with the Craftsman Battery Charger, the battery voltage is still under 10V (for a 12V battery) or 5V (for a 6V battery), the battery could be bad. Have it checked or replaced.
General| Input Voltage | 120V AC |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lead-Acid |
| Output Voltage | 12V |
| Charging Current | 2A |
| Battery Compatibility | 12V batteries |
| Type | Battery Charger/Maintainer |
| Charging Modes | Maintenance |
| Safety Features | Short Circuit Protection, Overcharge Protection |
Explains the DANGER symbol indicating imminent hazardous situations leading to death or serious injury.
Explains the WARNING symbol indicating potentially hazardous situations leading to death or serious injury.
Explains the CAUTION symbol indicating potentially hazardous situations leading to minor or moderate injury.
Explains the NOTE symbol indicating practices not related to personal injury but property damage.
Key safety rules and precautions for operating and maintaining the battery charger.
Warnings and precautions related to explosive gases generated by lead-acid batteries.
Essential safety measures for users working near lead-acid batteries.
Guidance on compatible battery types (Lead-Acid, Lithium Ion) for charging.
Critical warning against charging a frozen battery to prevent damage or injury.
Information regarding the equipment's compliance with FCC rules for digital devices.
Instructions for safely handling battery acid and preparing the battery for charging.
Guidelines for determining voltage and setting appropriate charge rates.
Recommendations for positioning the charger safely relative to the battery.
Safe procedures for attaching and removing charger clips from the battery.
Steps to prevent sparks near the battery when connecting the charger.
How to correctly connect clips based on battery polarity and vehicle grounding.
Procedures for safely disconnecting the charger after use.
Safety measures for connecting the charger to an external battery.
Safe steps for disconnecting the charger from an external battery.
Specific instructions for charging marine (boat) batteries.
Guidelines for using grounded outlets and handling AC power cords.
Recommendations and requirements for using extension cords with the charger.
Instructions for preparing the charger's input and output cords before use.
Explanation of the charger's control panel features including buttons, LEDs, and digital display.
How to choose the appropriate charging rate (e.g., 3A, 12A/15A) for the battery.
Guide to selecting the correct battery type (Standard, AGM, Lithium) for optimal charging.
Step-by-step guide for charging a battery installed in a vehicle.
Step-by-step guide for charging a battery removed from the vehicle.
Information on the charger's automatic transition to maintain mode after charging.
Estimated charging times for various battery applications and charger rates.
Explains what happens when charging aborts or desulfation fails, including error codes.
Details on charging completion indication and the functionality of maintain mode.
Instructions on how to use the charger's built-in battery voltage testing feature.
Detailed explanations of error codes and their corresponding solutions.
Solutions for common issues like non-sparking clamps or charger not powering on.
Key technical details including input voltage, output voltage, and current ratings.
Information on charger servicing, authorized repair centers, and product registration.
Details on the limited warranty period and the money-back guarantee.
