Schumacher Si263 User Manual

Intelligent  
Battery Manager  
SI263 Instructions  
Read and save these instructions.  
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Table of Contents  
Important Safety Precautions .....................................................5  
Warnings ...................................................................................6  
Personal Safety Precautions........................................................9  
Charging Preparation ...............................................................10  
Features...................................................................................11  
Extension Cord Use .................................................................12  
Battery Preparation..................................................................13  
Operation................................................................................14  
Charging Battery in the Vehicle ............................................14  
Negative-Grounded System (Standard).................................16  
Positive-Grounded System ...................................................17  
Charging a Removed Battery................................................18  
Operating Features ..................................................................20  
Charge Rate.........................................................................20  
Battery Type Button..............................................................21  
General Notes......................................................................22  
Charging Tips.......................................................................23  
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Table of Contents  
Maintenance and Care ............................................................24  
Troubleshooting .......................................................................25  
Statement of FCC Compliance.................................................30  
FCC Label Compliance Statement............................................31  
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Important Safety Precautions  
WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES  
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS  
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES  
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS  
IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING  
THE INTELLIGENT BATTERY MANAGER AND FOLLOW THE  
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.  
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and  
those published by battery manufacturer and the manufacturer  
of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the bat-  
tery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the  
engine.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — This manual contains important  
safety and operating instructions.  
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Warnings  
•Read all instructions and cautions printed on the Battery  
Manager, battery and vehicle, or equipment using a battery.  
•Use the Battery Manager only on lead-acid type rechargeable  
batteries, such as those typically used in cars, trucks, tractors,  
airplanes, vans, RV’s, trolling motors, etc. The Battery Manager  
is not intended to supply power to a low-voltage electrical  
system other than in an automotive application.  
•Never use the Battery Manager for charging dry cell batteries  
that are commonly used in home appliances such as radios,  
stereos, remote controls, etc. These batteries may explode  
and cause personal injury.  
•Do not disassemble the Battery Manager. If service or repair is  
required, take the Battery Manager to a qualified service profes-  
sional. Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical shock.  
To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the Battery Manager  
from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.  
•Always charge batteries in a well-ventilated area. The Battery  
Manager produces heat during operation and requires proper  
ventilation. Air-flow is required around the entire unit.  
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Warnings  
•Do not set the Battery Manager on flammable materials such  
as carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc. It may damage  
leather, plastic and rubber.  
•Place the Battery Manager as far away from the battery being  
charged as cables permit.  
•Do not expose the Battery Manager to rain or snow.  
•Never charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte)  
becomes frozen, bring the battery into a warm area and allow  
it to thaw before charging begins.  
•Never allow battery acid to drip on the Battery Manager when  
checking the battery.  
•Never set a battery on top of the Battery Manager.  
•Never place the Battery Manager directly above the battery  
being charged. The gases from the battery will corrode and  
damage the Battery Manager.  
•Never touch the battery clamps together when the Battery Man-  
ager is on. This could cause a spark.  
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Warnings  
•Never operate the Battery Manager if it has received a hard  
blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged. Take it to a quali-  
fied service professional for inspection and repair.  
•Be sure to position the Battery Manager power cord to prevent  
it from being stepped on, tripped over or damaged.  
•When unplugging the Battery Manager, never pull out the plug  
by the cord. Pulling on the cord may cause damage to the cord  
or the plug.  
•Do not operate the Battery Manager if it has a damaged power  
cord or plug. Replace the cord.  
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Personal Safety Precautions  
Wear complete eye and clothing protection when working  
with lead-acid batteries.  
•Ensure someone is within range of your voice in case aid is  
needed while working with or near a lead-acid battery.  
•Always have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case  
battery acid gets in your eyes, or on your skin or clothing. If  
this occurs, wash with soap and water immediately and get  
medical attention.  
•When working with a battery, avoid touching your eyes. Acid  
particles (corrosion) may get into your eyes. If this occurs, flush  
eyes immediately with running cold water for at least 10 min-  
utes and get medical attention.  
•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 similar object) to metal, causing a  
severe burn.  
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Personal Safety Precautions  
•Do not drop any metal tool or metal object onto the battery.  
This may result in a spark or short circuit across the battery or  
another electrical device that may cause an explosion.  
•Always operate the Battery Manager in an open, well-ventilated  
area.  
•Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the  
battery or engine. Batteries generate explosive gases.  
•Before attempting to clean up a battery, neutralize any acid  
spills thoroughly with baking soda.  
Charging Preparation  
Power  
The Battery Manager requires a three-prong grounded 120V AC  
outlet that meets all local codes and ordinances.  
Grounding Pin  
Grounding Outlet  
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Features  
•Charges 6- and 12-volt lead-acid and AGM batteries of all sizes.  
•Automatically adjusts charging rate to match battery requirements.  
•“Intelligent” microprocessor-controlled circuitry monitors and  
self-adjusts to protect batteries from any damage.  
•Safely maintains batteries in motorcycles, snowmobiles and  
lawn tractors while in long-term storage or between uses.  
•Easy-to-read LED indicators display battery charge status.  
•Automatic overload and short-circuit protection.  
•Electronic push-button controls for selecting charge rate and  
battery type.  
Wall-mountable, high-impact, corrosion-resistant molded case.  
•2 amp Maintenance Charge.  
•4 amp Slow Charge.  
•6 amp Rapid Charge.  
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Extension Cord Use  
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If you must  
use an extension cord, please follow these guidelines:  
•Ensure the pins on the extension cord plug match the Battery  
Manager’s plug exactly (e.g. same number, size, shape, etc.).  
•Ensure the extension cord is properly wired and is in good  
electrical condition.  
•Ensure the wire length and gauge correspond to the AC  
ampere rating, as specified in the chart below:  
Extension Cord (Minimum Recommended)  
Length of Cord (Feet)  
AWG* Size of Cord  
25  
18  
50  
16  
100 150  
12 10  
*AWG=American Wire Gauge  
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Battery Preparation  
While preparing to charge a battery, read and follow these  
guidelines:  
1. Ensure you’re working with a 12- or 6-volt lead-acid battery.  
To determine the voltage of the battery, refer to the vehicle  
owner’s manual or the battery markings. Set the Battery  
Manager to the 6V or 12V mode accordingly.  
2. Clean the battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from  
getting in or around your eyes.  
3. Wear safety glasses. (See “Personal Safety Precautions” section  
this manual.)  
4. Read all of the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions, for  
example, removing or not removing vent caps while charging  
and recommended rates of charge.  
5. To add water to batteries with removable vent caps, carefully  
pour distilled water into each cell until battery acid reaches  
the level recommended by the manufacturer. This helps purge  
excessive gases from the cells. Do not overfill. If the battery is  
sealed, with non-removable vent caps, no action is necessary.  
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Battery Preparation  
6. Ensure the area around the battery is well ventilated. Gas can  
be blown away using a piece of cardboard, or other nonme-  
tallic material, as a fan.  
7. If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle before  
charging, always remove the grounded terminal from the  
battery first. Switch off all vehicle accessories to avoid sparks  
from occurring.  
Note: A marine battery installed in a boat must be removed and  
charged on shore.  
Operation  
Charging Battery in the Vehicle  
1. To avoid personal injury, stand clear of all fan blades, belts,  
pulleys and other engine parts.  
2. To avoid damaging the Battery Manager, keep the power  
cord and output cords away from the hood, door and moving  
engine parts.  
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Charging Battery in the Vehicle  
3. To determine the polarity of the battery posts, check the iden-  
tification marks on the battery: POSITIVE (POS, P or +) and  
NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The positive post is usually marked  
red and is larger than the negative post.  
4. Identify which battery post is grounded or connected to the  
chassis. THIS IS NORMALLY THE NEGATIVE POST.  
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Negative-Grounded System (Standard)  
1. To connect to a negative-grounded system, attach the red  
POSITIVE output clamp to the POSITIVE post of the battery.  
Twist the clamp back and forth to ensure a solid electrical  
connection is made.  
2. Connect the black NEGATIVE output clamp to a heavy, un-  
painted metal part of the chassis or engine block, away from  
the battery. (See illustration.) DO NOT connect the clamp to  
the negative battery post, carburetor, fuel line or sheet metal  
part.  
3. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.  
4. To select the desired charge rate and battery voltage, press  
the appropriate CONTROL BUTTONS: The CHARGING  
(yellow) LED illuminates when the charging process begins.  
If the CHECK (red) LED illuminates, ensure correct cable  
connections.  
5. To disconnect the Battery Manager, unplug its power cord  
before disconnecting the output clamps. While standing away  
from the battery, remove the output clamp from the chassis  
or engine block. Finally, remove the output clamp from the  
battery post.  
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Negative-Grounded System (Standard)  
6. Clean and store the Battery Manager in a dry location.  
Positive-Grounded System  
1. To connect to a positive-grounded system, attach the black  
NEGATIVE output clamp to the NEGATIVE post of the  
battery. Twist the clamp back and forth to ensure a solid  
electrical connection is made.  
2. Connect the red POSITIVE output clamp to a heavy, unpaint-  
ed metal part of the chassis or engine block, away from the  
battery. DO NOT connect to the positive battery post, carbu-  
retor, and fuel line or sheet metal part.  
POSITIVE  
NEGATIVE  
HARGER  
BAT
POWER  
CORD  
TO  
GROUNDED  
POWER  
OUTLET  
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Charging a Removed Battery  
1. To charge a battery that has been removed from the vehicle,  
check the polarity identification marks on the battery post:  
POSITIVE (POS, P or +) and NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -). The  
positive post is usually marked red and is larger than the  
negative post.  
2. Attach a 24-inch-long (at least), 6-gauge (AWG), insulated  
battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N or -) battery post.  
Twist the clamp back and forth to ensure a solid electrical  
connection is made.  
3. Connect the POSITIVE (red) output clamp to the POSITIVE  
battery post. Twist the clamp back and forth to be sure a  
solid electrical connection is made.  
4. Position yourself as far away from the battery as possible and  
connect the NEGATIVE (black) output clamp to the free end  
of the cable.  
5. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.  
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Charging a Removed Battery  
6. To select the desired charge rate and battery voltage, press  
the appropriate CONTROL BUTTONS. The CHARGING  
(yellow) LED illuminates when the charging process begins.  
If the CHECK (red) LED illuminates, check for correct cable  
connections.  
7. To disconnect the Battery Manager, unplug its power cord  
before attempting to disconnect the Battery Manager clamps.  
While standing away from the battery, remove the output  
clamp from the NEGATIVE battery post. Finally, remove the  
output clamp from the POSITIVE battery post.  
8. Clean and store the Battery Manager in a dry location.  
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Operating Features  
Charge Rate  
Control Panel  
To set the charge rate to one of the following three selections,  
press the CHARGE RATE button.  
2A or 4A CHARGE RATE: Intended for charging small batteries  
such as those commonly used in garden tractors, snowmobiles  
and motorcycles.  
Note: The 2A rate is not intended for use as a trickle charge for  
larger batteries.  
6A CHARGE RATE: For charging automotive and marine batter-  
ies. Not intended for industrial applications.  
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Battery Type Button  
To set battery type to one of the following two selections, press  
the BATTERY TYPE button.  
12 Volt: Battery typically used in cars, trucks and motorcycles.  
These batteries usually have vent caps and are often marked  
“low maintenance” or “maintenance-free.”  
6 Volt: Battery typically used in antique and some specialized  
vehicles.  
Automatic Shut Off: When the 2A, 4A or 6A charge rate is  
selected, the Battery Manager is set to perform an automatic  
charge. The charging process stops automatically after the battery  
is charged.  
Aborted Charge: If the charging process cannot be completed  
normally, charging is aborted. The Battery Manager’s output is  
shut off and the CHECK (red) LED blinks. In this state, the Bat-  
tery Manager’s buttons are inoperative. To reset after an aborted  
charge, unplug the Battery Manager and plug it in again.  
Charging Complete: The CHARGED (green) LED illuminates  
when charging is complete. The Battery Manager stops charging  
and switches automatically to Maintain Mode.  
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Battery Type Button  
Maintain Mode: When the CHARGED (green) LED is illumi-  
nated, the Battery Manager switches automatically to Maintain  
Mode. The Battery Manager monitors battery voltage. When the  
voltage drops to a predetermined level, the Battery Manager will  
re-initiate a charge cycle at the 2A rate.  
General Notes  
•If the Battery Manager does not detect a proper connection  
to the battery, the CHECK (red) LED illuminates continuously  
until the battery is detected. Charging will not begin while the  
CHECK LED is on. When charging begins, the CHARGING  
(yellow) LED illuminates.  
•If the charge mode is changed after charging has started (by  
pressing the CHARGE RATE or BATTERY TYPE button), the  
charging process restarts at that point.  
•The Battery Manager is equipped with a relay. This device  
switches on and off the charge current to the battery. It is  
normal to hear an occasional clicking sound when the relay  
switches on or off.  
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Charging Tips  
Read the entire manual before using the Battery Manager. The  
tips below serve only as a guide for specific situations.  
Reviving a Battery: To charge your battery enough to start your  
vehicle, it is not necessary to wait for the entire charging process to  
be completed. When the battery status displays 3 yellow LEDs, the  
battery is usually charged enough for the vehicle to start normally.  
Completing an Interrupted Charge: If the charging process has  
been interrupted and restarted after the Battery Manager displays  
a battery status of 4 yellow LEDs, the Battery Manager may enter  
Maintain Mode. However, if the original charge was started using  
the 6A rate, the charge can often be completed using the 2A rate.  
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Maintenence and Care  
To keep the Battery Manager working properly, clean the  
clamps each time you are finished charging. Wipe off any  
battery fluid that may have come in contact with the clamps  
to prevent corrosion.  
•When storing the Battery Manager, coil the input and output  
cords neatly. This helps prevent accidental damage to the cords  
and the Battery Manager.  
•Clean the case of the Battery Manager with a soft cloth to main-  
tain its shiny finish and help prevent corrosion.  
•Store the Battery Manager in a clean, dry location.  
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Troubleshooting  
Performance problems can often be corrected by the user. Please  
review the following chart completely for possible solutions to  
common problems:  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
The CHECK  
(red) LED is  
illuminated.  
The battery is  
not connected  
correctly.  
Connect or adjust  
clips. Check for  
correct polarity.  
The CHARGE RATE Press the button to  
and CHARGE TYPE select the correct  
buttons are not  
selected.  
rate and type.  
The battery voltage Replace the  
is less than one volt. battery or try using  
a manual charger  
to bring above 1V.  
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Troubleshooting  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
LED indicators  
illuminate in an  
A button may have Make sure noth-  
been pressed while ing is touching the  
erratic manner not the Battery Manager control panel, then  
explained in the  
“Operating Fea-  
tures” section.  
was plugged in.  
unplug the unit  
and plug it in again.  
The Battery  
Manager may be  
defective.  
Return to place  
of purchase for  
replacement.  
The CHECK (red)  
LED is flashing.  
Battery Manager  
is in abort mode.  
Battery may be  
defective.  
See “Operating  
Features.”  
Battery type may  
Unplug the Battery  
have been set for 6 Manager and select  
volts on a 12-volt  
battery.  
the correct battery  
voltage.  
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Troubleshooting  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
The CHECK  
This happens if the  
battery does not  
reach full charge  
within 24 hours.  
May be due to a  
very large battery  
or a bank of batter-  
ies requiring more  
power than the  
Battery Manager  
can deliver in 24  
hours. The battery  
may also be  
Reset the Battery  
Manager by unplug-  
ging it. Select the  
desired charge rate  
and battery type  
(red) LED always  
flashes before the  
battery is com-  
pletely charged.  
again, if necessary.  
defective.  
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Troubleshooting  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
The green  
The battery may  
be fully charged or  
recently charged,  
leaving the battery  
If the battery is in  
a vehicle, turn the  
headlights on for  
a few minutes to  
CHARGED LED  
switches on a  
few minutes after  
connecting to the  
battery.  
voltage high enough reduce the bat-  
to appear to be fully tery voltage and try  
charged.  
charging again. Also  
try a lower CHARGE  
RATE selection.  
The Battery Man-  
ager is making an  
audible clicking  
sound.  
The Battery Man-  
No problem. This is  
ager has a relay that a normal condition.  
switches the current  
to the battery on  
and off.  
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Troubleshooting  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
The measured  
current is much  
lower than was  
selected.  
The Battery Man-  
ager reached the  
maximum voltage  
and is reducing the  
current.  
No problem. This is  
a normal condition.  
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Statement of FCC Compliance  
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly  
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the  
user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the  
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec-  
tion against harmful interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency en-  
ergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-  
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in  
a particular installation.  
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
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Statement of FCC Compliance  
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different  
from that to which the receiver is connected.  
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for  
assistance.  
FCC Label Compliance Statement  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation  
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may  
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept  
any interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
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WARRANTY  
What Is Covered  
This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.  
How Long Coverage Lasts  
This warranty runs for 90 days from the date of original purchase.  
What Is Not Covered  
This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or use other than as intended and described  
in the product instruction manual, or loss or damage to batteries or removable parts.  
What The Sharper Image Will Do  
The Sharper Image will repair any defects in materials or workmanship. In the event repair is not  
possible, The Sharper Image will either replace this product with one of similar features and price,  
or refund the full purchase price of the product, whichever you prefer.  
How to Obtain Service  
Return the product and receipt, along with a brief explanation of the problem, to:  
T.S.I. - Returns Department  
2901-A West 60th Street  
Little Rock, AR 72209  
If you have questions please feel free to contact our customer service representatives at 1-800-344-5555  
or by email at [email protected].  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights that vary from state to state.  
© 2005 Sharper Image Corporation  
Sharper Image Corporation  
650 Davis St., San Francisco, CA 94111  
(415) 445-6000  
Shop online:  
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.  
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