Schumacher SP1356 User Manual

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MODEL / MODELO / MODÈLE :
SP1356
Automatic Battery Charger/Maintainer
Cargador de Baterías Automático /
Mantenedor
Chargeur de batterie automatique /
Mainteneur
OWNERS MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and effectively. Please
read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
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DE CADA USO. En este manual le explica cómo utilizar el cargador de manera
segura y conable. Por favor, lea y siga las siguientes instrucciones y precauciones.
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CHAQUE UTILISATION. Ce manuel explique comment utiliser l’unité d’une façon
sûre et efcace. S’il vous plaît lisez et suivez ces instructions et précautions.

Schumacher SP1356 Specifications

General

Model	SP1356
Product Type	Battery Charger
Voltage	12V
Input Voltage	120V AC
Output Voltage	12V
Battery Type	AGM, Standard, Gel
Charging Modes	Automatic
Features	LED Indicators
Protection Features	Reverse hook-up protection

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Warning: Risk of Explosive Gases

Highlights the danger of explosive gases near lead-acid batteries and the importance of following instructions.

Personal Safety Precautions

Preparing to Charge

Charger Location

DC Connection Precautions

Follow Steps When Battery is Installed in Vehicle

Spark Warning: Battery Explosion Risk

Advises on preventing sparks near the battery to avoid explosion during charging.

Follow Steps When Battery is Outside Vehicle

Spark Warning: Battery Explosion Risk (Outside Vehicle)

Advises on preventing sparks near the battery to avoid explosion when charging outside a vehicle.

Grounding and AC Power Cord Connections

Using an Extension Cord

Provides guidelines for using extension cords with the battery charger, including wire size.

Assembly Instructions

Features

Control Panel

Digital Display

Explains the functions and messages shown on the digital display of the charger.

LED Indicator

Describes the meaning of the solid, pulsing, and flashing green LED indicators.

Operating Instructions

Charging a Battery in the Vehicle

Step-by-step instructions for charging a battery while it is installed in the vehicle.

Charging a Battery Outside of the Vehicle

Step-by-step instructions for charging a battery when it is removed from the vehicle.

Using Quick-Connect Cable Connectors

Details on connecting and using the three types of quick-connect cable assemblies.

Battery Charging Times and Modes

Automatic Charging Mode

Explains how the charger automatically switches to maintain mode after charging is complete.

Battery Connection Indicator

Describes messages like 'CONNECT CLAMPS' and 'WARNING CLAMPS REVERSED'.

Charge Completion and Maintain Mode

Indicates charge completion by LED pulsing and display messages, and explains maintain mode.

Advanced Charging Modes

Desulfation Mode

Describes the special mode for charging sulfated batteries and potential outcomes.

Aborted Charge

Explains when charging aborts and the 'CHARGE ABORTED-BAD BATTERY' message.

Display Messages

Maintenance and Care

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Replacement Parts

Before Returning for Repairs

Limited Warranty

Warranty Card Registration (English)

Warranty Card Registration (Spanish)

Warranty Card Registration (French)