Schumacher 200A Benutzerhandbuch

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety 

and operating instructions for battery 

charger Model 200A.

• 

WARNING: Handling the cord on this 

product or cords associated with ac-

cessories sold with this product, will 

expose you to lead, a chemical known 

to the State of California to cause 

cancer and birth defects or other 

reproductive harm. Wash hands after 

•  Read all instructions and cautions 

printed on the battery charger, battery, 

and vehicle or equipment using bat-

tery. 

•  Use charger only on lead-acid type 

rechargeable batteries, such as those 

used in cars, trucks, tractors, air-

planes, vans, RVs, trolling motors, etc. 

This charger is not intended to supply 

power to a low voltage electrical 

system other than in a starter-motor 

application.

• 

Never use charger for charging dry 

cell batteries that are commonly used 

with home appliances like radios, ste-

reos, remote controls, etc. These bat-

teries may burst and cause personal 

injury.

•  Do not disassemble charger. Take it 

to a qualified service professional if 

service or repair is required. Incorrect 

assembly may result in fire or electri-

cal shock.

WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BAT-

TERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OP-

ERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH 

TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND 

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by 

battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity 

of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.

•  To reduce risk of electrical shock, 

unplug the charger from the 120V AC 

electrical wall outlet before attempting 

any maintenance or cleaning.

•  Always charge battery in a well-venti-

lated area.

• 

WARNING: Battery chargers get hot 

during operation and must have prop-

er ventilation. Air needs to flow around 

entire charger. Do not set charger on 

flammable materials like carpeting, 

upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc. 

Charger may damage leather, plastic 

and rubber.

Remember:
Place charger as far away from the 

battery being charged as the charger 

cables will permit.
do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Never charge a frozen battery. If battery 

fluid (electrolyte) becomes frozen, bring 

battery into a warm area to allow battery 

to thaw before you begin charging.
Never allow battery acid to drip on 

charger when reading specific gravity or 

filling battery.
Never set a battery on top of charger.
Never place charger directly above 

battery being charged. The gases from 

the battery will corrode and damage the 

charger.