Schumacher SC1340 User Manual

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PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
This manual will explain how to use the battery charger safely and effectively.
Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
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UTILISATION. Ce manuel explique comment utiliser le chargeur de batterie
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et precautions.
MODEL / MODELO / MODÈLE :
SC1340
Automatic Battery Charger
Cargador de baterías automático
Chargeur de batterie automatique
OWNERS MANUAL / MANUAL DEL USUARIO
MANUEL D’UTILISATION

Schumacher SC1340 Specifications

General

Voltage	12V
Type	Automatic
Product Type	Battery Charger/Maintainer
Amperage	40A
Battery Types Supported	AGM, Gel, Deep-Cycle
Features	Reverse hook-up protection
Engine Start Assist	Yes

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Personal Safety Precautions

DC Connection Precautions

Follow These Steps When Battery Is Installed in Vehicle

Negative-Grounded Vehicle Connection

Connect positive clip to battery, negative clip to chassis away from battery.

Positive-Grounded Vehicle Connection

Connect negative clip to battery, positive clip to chassis away from battery.

Follow These Steps When Battery Is Outside Vehicle

Attach 6-Gauge Cable to Negative Post

Connect Positive Charger Clip

Grounding and AC Power Cord Connections

Grounded Plug Requirement

Charger requires a grounded 120V outlet for safety and to reduce electric shock risk.

AC Cord/Plug Alteration Warning

Do not alter AC cord/plug; use a qualified electrician for outlet issues.

Using an Extension Cord

Guidelines for using an extension cord, including wire size requirements.

Control Panel

LED Indicators

Explanation of Power, Charge/Boost, Charged/Maintaining, Clamps Reversed, Bad Battery LEDs.

Operating Instructions

Charging a Battery in the Vehicle

Steps for charging a battery while it is installed in a vehicle.

Charging a Battery Outside of the Vehicle

Steps for charging a battery when it is removed from the vehicle.

Rate Selection Button

Aborted Charge

Desulfation Mode

Maintain Mode

Using the Engine Start Feature

Instructions for using the charger to jump-start a vehicle's engine.

Troubleshooting

Battery Clamps Do Not Spark

LED Does Not Light

Short or No Start Cycle

ON LED Never Lit

ON and Bad Battery LEDs Lit

Bad Battery LED is Lit

Troubleshooting for Bad Battery LED, including voltage checks and desulfation failure.

Specifications