Sears 200.7145 User's Manual
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1. battery s charge level with a hydrometer or electronic Percent of Charge Tester The following table will help you convert hydrometer readings to percent of charge values SPECIFIC PERCENT PERCENT OF GRAVITY OF CHARGE CHARGE NEEDED When you know the percent of charge and the Amp Hour AH rating of your battery you can calculate the approximate time needed to bring your battery to a full charge To convert Reserve Capacity to Amp Hours divide Reserve Capacity by 2 and add 16 Amp Hours Reserve Capacity 16 2 Sch 517 To calculate time needed for a charge e Find the percent of charge needed A battery at 50 percent charge that will be charged to 100 percent needs another 50 percent 50 e Multiply the Amp Hour rating by the charge needed 50 and divide by the charger setting 2 20 or 60 amps e Multiply the result by 1 25 and you ll have the time needed in hours to bring the battery to full charge e Add one additional hour for a deep cycle battery Example Amp Hour Rating x of charge needed x 1 25 hours Charger Setting of charge needed 100 AH Rating x 50 charge needed x 1 25 4 1625 15 Charger Setting hours 100 x 50 2 5 x 1 25 3 125 15 You would need to charge your 100 Ampere Hour Bat tery for a little more than 4 hours at the 15 Amp charge rate using the above example Using the engine start feature Your battery charger can be used to jump start your c2. charger The cords can be wrapped over the handle of the charger This will prevent accidental damage to the cords and charger Occasional cleaning of the case of the charger with a soft cloth will keep the finish shiny and help prevent corrosion 13 Sch 517 IMPORTANT Do not try to start the engine without a battery in it You could cause damage to the electrical system If the engine does turn over but never starts up there is not a problem with the starting system there is a problem somewhere else with the vehicle STOP cranking the engine until the other problem has been diagnosed and corrected Troubleshooting Performance problems often result from little things that you can fix yourself Please read through this chart for a possible solution if a problem occurs PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REASONS No reading on the ammeter No reading on ammeter charger fan not working No reading on test meter Test meter pointer always to the right hand side of meter Circuit breaker in charger cycles on and off with a clicking sound Short start cycle when cranking engine Ammeter reads less than selected charge rate when charging a discharged battery Charger makes a loud buzz or hum Clamps are not making a good connection 2 amp charge rate is being used AC cord and or extension cord is loose Poor electrical connection Battery severely discharged Test switch may be in the
3. unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning e Always charge battery in a well ventilated area e Never touch the battery clamps together when the charger is energized e Never operate charger if it has received a hard blow been dropped or otherwise damaged Take it to a qualified professional for inspection and repair e Be sure to position the charger power cord to prevent it from being stepped on tripped over or damaged e Never pull out the plug by the cord when unplug ging the charger Pulling on the cord may cause damage to the cord or the plug e Do not operate the charger if it has a damaged power cord or plug Have the cord replaced e Remove all personal metal items from your body such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches while working with a lead acid battery A battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal causing a severe burn e Take care not to drop any metal tool or metal object onto the battery This may spark or short circuit the battery or another electrical device that may cause an explosion e Always operate your battery charger in an open well ventilated area e Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine Batteries generate explosive gases e Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking soda before attempting to clean up Parts This section shows an illustratio
4. wrong switch position Battery severely discharged Test meter may be in the wrong switch position Shorted battery clamps Shorted battery Charger leads reversed Volt Amp Selector Switch set to the START position Drawing more than 225 amps for a period equal to or less than 5 seconds Failure to wait for 4 minutes 240 seconds between cranks Extension cord too long or wire gauge is too small Weak cell or a sulfated plate The battery is only partially discharged Transformer laminations vibrate buzz Shorted diode hum Check for poor connection at battery Make sure clamps and posts are clean Battery may not want to accept a charge due to excessive run down state Ammeter may show no activity at 2 amp setting Check AC outlet and extension cords for loose fitting plug Check for open fuse or circuit breaker supplying AC outlet Continue to charge battery for another two hours If problem continues consult a Sears technician Check if test switch is in proper 6 or 12 volt position Continue to charge battery for another two hours If problem continues consult a Sears technician Check if test switch is in proper 6 or 12 volt position Circuit breaker cycles when current draw is too high Separate the clamps Check for worn cables and replace if needed Have a Sears technician test the battery Correct connections Correct Volt Amp Selector setting Crank time varies with the am
5. ARRANTY If within three years from the date of purchase this battery charger fails due to a defect in materials or work manship simply RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES and Sears will repair or replace it free of charge This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sch 517 Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INN ATIC e Read all instructions and cautions printed on the battery charger battery and vehicle or equipment using battery e Use charger only on lead acid type rechargeable batteries such as those used in cars trucks trac tors airplanes vans RV s trolling motors etc This charger is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in an automotive application e Use only attachments recommended or sold by manufacturer The use of attachments not recom mended by the manufacturer may result in fire electric shock or injury Help us help you Remember e Place charger as far away from battery being charged as the charger cables will permit e Do not expose charger to rain or snow e Never charge a frozen battery If battery fluid electro lyte becomes frozen bring battery into a warm area to thaw before you begin charging e Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading speci
6. NDED EXTENSION CORD Length of Cord in Feet 100 150 AWG Size of Cord AWG American Wire Gauge Sch 517 Preparing your battery to be charged It is important that you read and follow these guidelines while you are preparing to charge your battery e Make sure that you have a 12 volt or 6 volt lead acid battery Set the volt amp selector switch to match the voltage rating of the battery to be charged e Clean the battery terminals Be careful to keep corrosion from getting in or around your eyes e If you have a battery with removable cell caps if required add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level indicated by the manu facturer This will help purge excessive gases from the cells Be careful not to overfill If you have a sealed battery without cell caps no action is neces sary Continue to the next step listed below e Take time to read all battery manufacturers specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge e Wear safety glasses See additional Personal Safety Precautions on page 2 e Be sure that the area around the battery is well ventilated while it is being charged If ventilation is poor gas can be manually blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non metallic material as a fan e If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it always remove the grounded terminal from
7. SEARS OWNER S MANUAL Model No 200 71450 50 15 2 AMP MANUAL BATTERY CHARGER 225 125 AMP rink ENGINE STARTER with Read and Follow All Safety B ATTE RY TESTER Rules and Operating Instructions Before Every Use of this Product Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Table Of Contents Waranty oecon anan T ias 1 Using Your Battery Charger ceeceeeeees 8 Important Safety Instructions ce 2 Setting the CONtIOIS ceeceeeeteeeeetteeeeeeeeeeteneeees 8 Pans aeiae E EE a a Ea aaa aN 3 Charging your battery ccccccccssccssesesseeesseeesees 10 Before Using Your Battery Charger 0 4 Calculating charge time 0 0 0 ee ee eeeeeeeeenees 12 Assembling your charger sesers 4 Using the engine start feature 0 eee 13 Plugging it iM sees ecerecceh swe ane tees ihack a 5 Maintenance and Care eeceeeeeseeeeeeneeeees 13 Preparing your battery to be charged 00 7 Troubleshooting ccccecceeeeeeesteeeeeseeeeeeaes 14 Please read this Owner s Manual before using your Battery Charger The Sears model 200 71450 Manual Battery Charger Tester Engine Starter offers a wide range of features to accommodate the needs for home or commercial use This manual will show you how to use your charger safely and effectively Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully Warranty FULL THREE YEAR W
8. ar if the battery is low Follow these instructions on how to use the engine start feature 1 Set the timer knob to the OFF position Then follow the instructions for how to connect the charger to the battery in the section Charging your battery while it is in the vehicle on page 10 Plug in the charger and set the timer to the HOLD position Set the volt amp selector switch to the engine start position for a 12 volt battery and the charger at the 225 amp rating For a 6 volt battery set the charger at the 125 amp rating and then crank the engine Crank the engine for no more than three seconds and if it does not start wait four minutes before cranking again During extremely cold weather or if the battery is severely exhausted charge the battery for about five minutes before cranking the engine If the engine does not start charge the battery for five more minutes in the 50 amp position before cranking it again for three seconds After the engine starts unplug charger power cord from the outlet Then move the volt amp selector switch to OFF before disconnecting the DC clamps Maintenance and Care A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years 1 Clean the clamps each time you are finished charg ing Wipe off any battery fluid that may have come in contact with the clamps to prevent corrosion Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the
9. e AWG or a 4 gauge SAE insu lated battery cable of at least 24 inches in length to the NEGATIVE battery post This cable will provide a safer connection because any arcing and sparking will not occur directly over the battery The battery cable is not provided with the charger but may be purchased at most automotive accessory outlets Take the other end of the 6 gauge AWG ora 4 gauge SAE insulated 24 inch cable and standing as far away from the battery as possible connect the black NEGATIVE charger clamp to the free end of the cable Be sure to rock the clamp back and forth to make a solid connection IMPORTANT Wear safety glasses and face away from battery while you are making the final connection Set the VOLT AMP SELECTOR switch and TIMER to the OFF position Next plug the power cord into a grounded AC outlet Set the TIMER to the desired charge time from 30 135 minutes If more than 135 minutes of charging time is needed the hold position can be used When using the HOLD feature the battery being charged must be monitored closely to avoid over charging Set the VOLT AMP SELECTOR to the desired charge position See CHARGE RATE chart on page 12 for correct settings When battery is fully charged the ammeter pointer will be in the farthest left position and the voltmeter pointer will be in the green area of the meter When the battery is fully charged turn timer knob to the OFF po
10. e exact cause Take the vehicle to a qualified service center BATTERY TEST This test is based on the terminal voltage of the battery If the battery is installed in the vehicle make sure the engine and all accessories are turned off 1 Set the volt amp selector switch to the OFF position 2 Set the battery test switch to 6 VOLT for 6 volt batteries or 12 VOLT for 12 volt batteries 3 Set the timer switch to the OFF position 4 Read lower 6 VOLT BATTERY section of meter for 6 volt batteries and read upper 12 VOLT BATTERY section for 12 volt batteries Sch 517 CHARGING SYSTEM GOOD 6 VOLT BATTERY Both 6 volt and 12 volt battery sections are divided into three color zones A Green Good battery B Yellow Weak battery C Red Bad battery NOTE If the meter needle is in the Red or Yellow area the battery may only need charging If after charging the needle still indicates in the Red or Yellow area have the battery tested by a qualified technician The meter needle may point to the Lighter Green section of the meter if this test is done on a recently charged battery or a battery from a vehicle that has been run recently Charging your battery Charging your battery in the vehicle 1 Arrange the power cord and charging cords care fully in order to avoid damage that could be caused by the hood door or moving engine parts 2 Keep clear of the fan blades belts pulleys and other part
11. fic gravity or filling battery e Never set a battery on top of the charger e Never place charger directly above battery being charged The gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger e Never use charger for charging dry cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances These batteries may burst and cause personal injury Personal Safety Precautions For your own personal safety please follow the follow ing precautions e Wear complete eye and clothing protection when working with lead acid batteries e Be sure that someone is within range of your voice to come to your aid if needed while you work with or are near a lead acid battery e Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use in case battery acid contacts your eyes skin or cloth ing If this happens wash immediately with soap and water Then get medical attention e Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery Acid particles corrosion may get into your eyes If this occurs flush eyes immediately with running cold water for at least 10 minutes Then immediately get medical attention Sch 517 To reduce the risk of explosion explosive gases or injury while using your battery charger follow the precautions listed below e Do not disassemble charger Take it to a qualified service professional if service or repair is required Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical shock e To reduce risk of electrical shock
12. harge state of your battery it is best to start out with the timer set at one hour or less HOLD feature This position overrides the timer allowing the charger to continue charging for over 2 25 hours This feature is most often used when the charging rate is 2 or 15 amps Using this feature requires you to monitor the charging and to stop the charger when the battery is fully charged Otherwise charger will not stop and may cause damage to your battery AMMETER The ammeter indicates the measured amount of amperes being drawn by the battery When you first start charging a battery the reading will be high with the needle around 50 or START when the selector is in the 50 amp charge position As the battery becomes charged the reading will decrease to 15 or 20 amps at full charge This will be your indicator to stop charging With the selector switch set to the 15 amp position the meter should display 15 amps for a discharged battery and 7 8 amps when the battery is fully charged If you are using the 2 amp charge rate you may see little or no activity by the needle Sch 517 12 VOLT 15 AMP 12 VOLT 50 AMP CHARGE TIME MINUTES The START area of the ammeter indicates a high rate of current being drawn by the battery For example when cranking an engine the needle will be at the far right side of the START area since the starter will be drawing up to 225 amps from the charger VOLTMETER T
13. n of your battery charger Use it to become familiar with where all the parts are located and what they look like Replacement Parts List Sears 71450 Item Description Part Number 1 Handle 3599000286 Negative BLK cable w clamps 3899000391 Positive RED cable w clamps 3899000408 Power Cord 90026001 Circuit Breaker 399900065 Rectifier Assembly 2299000614 Transformer 93026429 Fan Motor 0099000063 9 Wheel 0099000080 10 Hub Cap 5200000008 11 Axle 0099000060 12 Axle mtg bracket 1199004366 13 Mounting Foot 1199003352 14 Voltmeter 5399200002 15 Ammeter 5399100097 16 Rocker Switch meter select 0499000050 17 Timer 0099000094 18 Rotary switch 0499000051 19 Rotary switch control knob 0099000045 20 Timer control knob 0099000096 21 Owner s manual 0000000517 Wiring diagram Sch 517 Before Using Your Battery Charger It is important to prepare your charger for use This section will tell you how to assemble the charger ground and connect the power cord and prepare to charge a battery Assembling your charger It is important to fully assemble your charger before use Follow these instructions for easy assembly PARTS TOOLS NEEDED Two 10 32 thread cutting 318 wrench screws for mounting foot Two 14 20 thread cutting 516 Wrench screws for wheels Two wheels Hammer One axle Phillips screwdriver Two axle caps Two axle brackets One handle One mounting foot To attach the axle assembly 1 Remove cha
14. o obtain an accurate reading of your battery s voltage before you charge use the voltmeter as follows 1 Set the timer to the OFF position put the voltage selector switch at 12 or 6 VOLT according to the battery you are testing and then connect the charger as indicated in Charging your battery in the vehicle on page 10 Charger does not have to be plugged into an outlet 2 If a battery has recently been charged or in a vehicle that has been run recently you may want to turn your headlights on for a few minutes before you read the meter so as not to get a false reading from a surface charge Then shut lights off read the meter and follow the convenient color coding ALTERNATOR GENERATOR TEST 1 Set the volt amp selector switch to the OFF position 2 Set the battery test switch to 6 or 12 volts 3 Set the timer switch to the OFF position 4 With the charger off and the clamps properly hooked up to the battery start the engine and while it is ata fast idle read the charging system meter The battery should be in a good state of charge before doing this test 5 The volt meter is divided into three color zones A Green and Lighter Green Charging system is good B Yellow Alternator output is low C Red Charging system is bad NOTE If meter needle points to Red or Yellow the charging system may have loose fan belts defective voltage regulator or alternator Additional tests may be required to find th
15. ount of current drawn If cranking draws more than 225 amps crank time may be less than 5 seconds Wait 4 minutes before next crank Use shorter or heavier gauge extension cord Sulfated battery will take normal charge after a period of time If battery will not take a charge have a Sears technician test the battery Contiue to change battery Continue charging Buzz is not abnormal Have charger tested by qualified technician If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem call toll free from anywhere in the U S A 1 800 SEARS 64 1 800 732 7764 7 am to 4 30 pm CST Monday through Friday Sch 517 SEARS OWNER S MANUAL Model No 200 71450 When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following information e Product Type e Model Number e Part Number e Part Description 0000000517 900 50 15 2 AMP MANUAL BATTERY CHARGER 225 125 AMP ENGINE STARTER with BATTERY TESTER For information about troubleshooting Call toll free from anywhere in the U S A 7 am to 4 30 pm CST Monday through Friday 1 800 SEARS 64 1 800 732 7764 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 7 am 7 pm 7 days a week 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 For the location of a Sears Repair Service Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 SEARS America s Repair Specialists
16. rcuit The plug must be plugged into an outlet that has been properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances S Sch 517 A TEMPORARY adapter may be used to connect the charger to a two pole outlet if a properly grounded outlet is not available Use the adapter ONLY until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician DANGER Before using an adapter as illustrated be certain that the center screw of the outlet plate is grounded The green colored grounding clip of the adapter must be attached by a screw to a properly grounded outlet If unsure whether outlet is properly grounded contact a professional electrician If neces sary replace the original outlet cover screw with a longer one that will secure the grounding clip to the outlet cover and make a ground connection to the grounded outlet Using an extension cord The use of an extension cord is not recommended If you must use an extension cord please make sure that you follow these guidelines e Make sure the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of the plug on the charger e Use only 3 conductor grounded extension cord when necessary e Check that the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition e Use the recommemnded minumum AWG American Wire Gauge to be sure that wire size is large enough for the rating of the charger MINIMUM RECOMME
17. rged must be monitored closely to avoid over charging 9 Set the VOLT AMP SELECTOR to the desired charge position See CHARGE RATE chart on page 12 for correct settings 10 When battery is fully charged the ammeter pointer will be in the farthest left position and the voltmeter pointer will be in the green area of the meter 11 When the battery is fully charged turn timer knob to OFF position then unplug the charger power cord Stand away from battery and remove the charger clamps from the NEGATIVE end of the cable first then from the POSITIVE post 12 Clean and store the battery charger in a dry location 10 Sch 517 C hargmg your battery outside the vehicle 10 11 Remove battery from vehicle making sure to dis connect grounded terminal first with all power turned off to the vehicle REMEMBER A marine battery should be removed and charged on shore unless special equipment designed for marine use is available Hydrogen gas emissions can create an explosion if battery is charged on board your boat Check the polarity of the battery posts as indicated on the battery case POSITIVE POS P and NEGATIVE NEG N NOTE On top post batteries the positive battery terminal usually has a larger diameter than the negative one Connect the red POSITIVE charger clamp to the POSITIVE post of the battery Be sure to rock the clip back and forth to make a solid connection Attach a 6 gaug
18. rger from packing materials and place upside down on a flat surface Attach mounting foot and secure with the two 14 20 thread cutting screws VY KG 2 Hold axle upright on floor or work surface Then using a hammer tap one of the plastic hubs onto the top end of the axle Be sure to tap the hub on straight Slide both wheels onto the axle with the G hubs facing inward OTT TELCO TTT ULC EEE Sch 517 3 Tap the other axle cap onto the opposite end of the axle and place the axle assembly onto the bottom of the charger Place one end of the bracket into slot then place the axle assembly under each bracket Fasten the other side of the brackets using the two 10 32 screws provided To attach the handle Turn the charger right side up onto its foot and wheels Remove the two top screws from each side of the charger and align with the screw holes on the handle Attach the handle using the same screws G gy Plugging it in INNA Electrical Shock Hazard Be sure that power cord fits properly into outlet If not have a qualified technician install a proper outlet Never alter the AC cord or plug provided Improper connection can result in electrical shock Your charger should be grounded to reduce the risk of electrical shock Your charger is equipped with an electrical cord that D has an equipment grounding conductor and a ground ing plug designed to be used on a 120 volt ci
19. s that can cause injury 3 Check the polarity of the battery posts using the identification marks on the battery case POSITIVE POS P and NEGATIVE NEG N 4 Identify which post of the battery is ground or connected to the chassis THE NEGATIVE POST IS NORMALLY THE ONE THAT IS GROUNDED 5 To charge a negative grounded post system Connect the red POSITIVE battery charger clamp to the ungrounded POSITIVE POS P post of the battery Then connect the black NEGATIVE clamp to a heavy metal part of the chassis or engine block away from the battery Do not connect clamp to carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal parts To charge a positive grounded post system Connect the black NEGATIVE battery charger clamp to the NEGATIVE NEG N ungrounded post of the battery Then connect the red POSI TIVE clamp to a heavy unpainted metal part of the chassis or engine block Do not connect clamp to carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal parts 6 Connect the clamp to the battery post and twist or rock back and forth to make a solid connection This will help keep the clamps from slipping off the posts and causing sparks 7 Set VOLT AMP SELECTOR switch and TIMER to the OFF position Next plug the power cord into a grounded AC outlet 8 Set the TIMER to the desired charge time from 30 135 minutes If more than 135 minutes of charging time is needed the HOLD position can be used When using the HOLD feature the battery being cha
20. sition then unplug the charger power cord Stand away from battery and remove the charger clamps from the NEGATIVE end of the cable first then from the POSITIVE post Clean and store the battery charger 11 Sch 517 Calculating charge time The Chart Method Use the following table to more accurately determine the time it will take to bring a battery to full charge First identify where your battery fits into the chart e Small batteries motorcycles garden tractors etc are usually rated in Ampere Hours AH For example 6 to 12 AH or 12 to 32 AH e Batteries in cars and smaller trucks are usually rated in Reserve Capacity RC Cold Cranking Amps CCA or both BATTERY SIZE RATING e Marine or deep cycle batteries are usually rated in Reserve Capacity RC e NR means that the charger setting is NOT RECOMMENDED Find your battery s rating on the following chart and note the charge time given for each charger setting The times given are for batteries with a 50 percent charge prior to recharging Add more time for severly discharged batteries CHARGE RATE CHARGING TIME HOURS SMALL Motorcycle garden 6 12 AH BATTERIES tractor etc 12 32 AH 200 315 CCA 315 550 CCA 550 1000 CCA CAR TRUCKS MARINE DEEP CYCLE 140 RC 160 RC sorc 48 m Mm Ya 1 sonc 33 a The Hydrometer or Electronic Method To find the time needed to fully charge your battery determine the
21. the battery first A spark may be caused if all accessories in the vehicle are not completely turned off NOTE A marine battery installed in a boat must be removed and charged on shore Sch 517 Using Your Battery Charger To obtain the best results from your battery charger you must know how to use it properly This section will tell you how to set the controls and how you can charge a battery while it is still in the vehicle or you can remove it and then charge it Follow the instructions below depending on how you choose to charge your battery Setting the controls All the controls for your charger are located on the front of the unit Follow these instructions to obtain the accurate charge level for your battery VOLT AMP SELECTOR The volt amp selector switch allows you to select an amp charge rate and battery voltage type to match your charging needs Read the following operating instructions for making the proper settings for charging a battery and using the engine start feature TIMER The timer is designed to allow your battery to be charged for a designated amount of time To accu rately charge your battery you must know the size of the battery in ampere hours or reserve capacity in minutes as well as the state of charge Since this information is often not known the timer limit is set at 2 25 hours This will help prevent the battery from overcharging to a point where it can be damaged If you do not know the c
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