Schumacher Electric SP-200 User Manual

PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. This
manual will explain how to use the product safely and effectively. Please read and
follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
Model:
SP-200
Solar Battery Maintainer
OWNER’S MANUAL

Schumacher Electric SP-200 Specifications

Power Output

peak power output	2.4 Watt
optimum working voltage	17.50 V
optimum working current	130 mAh

Operating Environment

tested under standard conditions	AM1.5, 100mW/cm[2], 25°C
operating temperature	-40° F–185° F (-40° C–85° C)

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Usage and Handling Safety

Covers child safety, approved attachments, maintenance unplugging, and handling damaged units.

Battery Explosive Gas Precautions

Instructions to prevent battery explosions from gases, sparks, flames, and proper placement.

Personal Precautions

Safe Battery Interaction

Guidelines for working near batteries, including avoiding sparks and removing metal items.

Battery Acid Safety and First Aid

Recommendations for protective gear, handling acid spills, and first aid for ingestion.

Preparing to Maintain Battery

Battery Removal and Ventilation

Solar Battery Maintainer Location

Placement and Acid Precautions

DC Connection Precautions

Clip Handling and Attachment

Instructions to prevent clips from touching each other and proper attachment methods.

Follow Steps When Battery Is Installed In Vehicle

Cable Positioning and Clearance

Battery Post Polarity and Grounding

Identifying battery posts and determining the chassis ground for correct connection.

Connecting to Negative Grounded Vehicles

Follow Steps When Battery Is Outside Vehicle

Battery Connection Procedure

Operating Instructions

Assembly and Connection

Optimal Solar Panel Placement

Charging vs. Maintaining