Black & Decker Battery Charger VEC1093DBD User Manual

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BATTERY RECONDITION MODE should only be used with 10 Amp Hour (Ah) or
larger capacity lead-acid batteries, Charge the battery to be treated for 20 minutes,
before using RECONDITION Mode. Observe the Digital Display tar any codes. This
initial charge will check the battery for shorted cells (F01), open cells (FO3) or battery
too low to accept a charge (FO2), and to ensure the battery carl take a charge. If
code (FO3) is displayed, change to the BATTERY RECONDITION MODE.
Remove or disconnect the vehicle's battery when reconditioning.
1, Make sure the charger is in initiation state with a circulating pattern on the
display or in charge OFF rhode with "OOO" on the display. If not, press
4/10/20/40 AMP button repeatedly until "OOO" shows on the display.
2. Press the Battely Recondition button to start the process,
3, DES appears on the display for 3 seconds, then it changes to three horizontal
moving bars.
4. The process takes 24 hauls and stops automatically. The display shows "O00"
when complete.
Alternator Voltage Check
Part 1
No Load
Part 2
(Turn OFF all vehicle's accessories): The battery must be fully charged
before testing the alternator. Run the engine long enough to achieve
normal idle speed and verify there is a no-load voltage,
1. Press Alternator Check to star[ the check.
2, Alternator Good LEDwill light to indicate the alternator is good, or F07
will display if alternator output voltage is out of typical operation range,
3, Press Alternator Check again to stop the test,
Under Load (Accessories ON): Next, load the alternator by turning on as many
accessories as possible (except for A/C and DEFROST)
1, Press Alternator Check to start the check.
2. Alternator Good LEDwill light to indicate the alternator is good, or F07
will display if alternator output voltage is out of typical operation range.
3, Press Alternator Check again to stop the test,
If the first alternator check indicates a good alternator and the second indicates the
alternatol is bad, the problem could stem from: loose fan belts, an intermittent diode
failure or possibly bad connections between tile battery and alternator and/or ground.
Notes: BATTERY VOLTAGE button is disabled in Alternator Check mode.
F07 may display because someor_ has added a number of accessory loads
on the charging system, thereby increasing current demand from the
alternator. MAKE SURE THAT THE ALTERNATOR IS RATED TO SUPPORT THE
APPLICATION.
This check may not be accurate for every make, manufacturer and model of
vehicle.
Check only 12 volt systems.
APPROXIMATE CHARGING TIMES
The 4/10/20/40 Amp 12 Volt Smart Battery Charger will automatically
adjust the charge rate as the battery becomes charged and stop when the battery is
fully charged, Deep cycle batteries may require longer charging time,
For estimates of the time it takes to charge a battery, refer to the following table.
Percent of charge
in battery
75% 50% 25%
at 4 Amp rate 3,5 HRS 7 HRS 10,5 HRS
at 10 amp rate !,4 HRS 2,8 HRB 4,2 HRS
at 20 Amp rate 1 HR 1,5 HRS 2,1 HRS
0%
14 HRS
5,5 HRS
2,8 HRS
1-2 HRS
at 40 Amp rate 1 HR 1 HR _ 1 HR_
* Not recommendedfor charging batterieslessthan80 Ah
The times shown irl the table above are approximate and refer to a BO All automotive
battery. For example, a 50 Ah (12 volt) battery is discharged (50%). How long
should it be charged at the 10 amp rate? See the chart above under "NO%" and "at
10 amp rate."
In ttlOSt cases, battery charging tittles will vary depending on the size, age and
condition of tile battery. Smaller batteries should be charged at a lower rate (4 amps)
and an extra hour added to chalge time,
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
With proper care and minimal maintenance, the 4/10/20/40 Amp 12 Volt
Smart Battery Charger will provide years of dependable service. Fo_maximum
performance, manufacturer recommends:
* After each use, clean the battery charger clamps -- be sure to remove any battery
fluid that will cause corrosion of the clamps,
- Clean the outside case of the charger with a soft cloth and, if necessary, mild soap
solution,
• Do not allow liquid to enter the charger, Do not operate when charger is wet,
• Keep the charger cords loosely coiled during storage to prevent damage to the
cords,
WARNINGS
• Do not use charger if cords or clamps have been damaged in any
way -- cab Technical Support toll-free at (800) 618-5178.
,_There are no user-serviceable parts in this unit.
• Do not open the unit. in the event of malfunction, it must be returned
to manufacturer for professional testing and repair. OPENING THE
UNIT WiLL VOiD THE MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY.
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