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                        Model 85-640 
Professional Battery 
Charger/Starter with
Alternator & Battery Tester
6/12 Volt
2/15/40/125 Amps
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
English  ................................................. p. 1
Français  ................................................. p. 19
Español  ................................................. p. 39
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                        IMPORTANT:  READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.  KEEP IT WITH OR NEAR THE CHARGER AT ALL TIMES. PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE. Model 85-640 Microprocessor Controlled, Fully Automatic Operation Battery  Charger with Engine Starter Plus Battery and Alternator Tester offers features to  accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will explain  how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these  instruc
                    
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                        1.8 Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified service center when  repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric  shock or fire.  The charger is not intended to supply power to a low-voltage electrical  system other than applications using rechargeable, lead-acid type  batteries. Do not use the battery charger to charge dry-cell batteries used  with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause personal  injury or property damage.  .9 NEVER charge
                    
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                        2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come  to your aid, when working around lead-acid batteries.  2.2 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts  skin, clothing, or eyes. 2.3 Wear complete eye protection, clothing protection, and rubber soled  shoes. When the ground is very wet or covered with snow, wear rubber  boots. Avoid touching eyes while working near the battery. 2.4 If battery acid contacts skin or clo
                    
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                        4. AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS 4. The charger must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock. The  charger is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding  conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet  that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes  and ordinances.  DANGER: NEVER ALTER CHARGER’S ORIGINAL AC CORD OR  PLUG. IF THE PLUG DOES NOT FIT OUTLET, HAVE PROPER  OUTLET INSTALLED BY A q UALIFIED ELECTRIC
                    
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                        4.3  An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of  an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.  If an extension cord must be used, make sure:  a. That the pins on the plug of extension cord are the same number, size,  and shape as those of the plug on charger;  b. That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition;  c. That the wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of the charger  as specified in the f
                    
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                        6. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 6. All switches should be set in OFF (O) position and the AC cord should be  disconnected from the electrical outlet before you connect and disconnect  the charger clamps. Never allow the clamps to touch each other. 6.2 Attach clamps to battery posts and twist or rock back and forth several  times to make a good connection. This will tend to prevent the clamps  from slipping off terminals, avoid dangerous sparking, and assure safer  and more efficient charging. Keep
                    
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                         When disconnecting the charger, turn the switch to OFF (O), disconnect  the AC cord, remove the clamp from the vehicle chassis, and then remove  the clamp from the battery terminal.   CAUTION: WHEN THE POSITIVE (+) POST OF THE VEHICLE  BATTERY IS GROUNDED, DOUBLE-CHECK POLARITY. 8. CHARGING BATTERY OUTSIDE VEHICLE OR Eq UIPMENT–NOT  CONNECTED TO ENGINE  If necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle or equipment, always  remove the grounded terminal from the battery first.  WARNING: MAKE S
                    
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                        9. ELECTRICAL CONDITION OF BATTERY 9.1 The state of charge of refillable-top batteries can be checked by using  a hydrometer. A hydrometer is a bulb-type syringe which is used to  extract a small quantity of the electrolyte from each battery cell. Types  are calibrated in terms of specific gravity (a common scale being 1.120  to  .265) or the type which uses four colored balls to indicate the state of  charge. A float in the hydrometer barrel indicates the specific gravity of  the electrolyte. 
                    
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                        10. BATTERY CHARGING 10.1 This charger adjusts the charging time in order to charge the battery  completely, efficiently and safely. However, this section includes  guidelines that can be used to estimate charging times.  0.2 The amount of time required to fully charge a weak battery is dependant  on a number of factors. In addition to the degree of discharge, these  factors include the type and rated capacity, temperature, age of the  battery, and amperage rating of the charger. At 70°F (22°C)
                    
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                         0.5 CAUTION - Do not leave Manual chargers unattended.  0.6 CAUTION: If at any time the battery gets hot (above  25°F (52°C)) or acid  comes out of vent caps, STOP charging.  0.7 To maximize battery life - Let automatic chargers complete charging. 11. MULTIPLE BATTERY CHARGING   Batteries of the same voltage may be connected in parallel for  maintenance charging. Charge time increases in proportion to the number  of batteries. Rate of charge decreases in the same proportion.   Example: Char
                    
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                         2.2 BATTERY TYPE SWITCH   Use this switch button to set the type of battery to be charged to one of  the following:  • 12V STANDARD: Use on typical lead-acid batteries (starting and deep  cycle). This type of battery is usually used in boats, cars, trucks, and  motorcycles. These batteries have vent caps and are often marked  “low maintenance” or “maintenance-free”.  •  12V AGM: Use on batteries marked AGM (starting or deep cycle). AGM  batteries have sealed cases without vent caps.  •  12V GE
                    
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                        14. USING ENGINE START  Your battery charger can be used to jump start your car if the battery is  low. Follow these instructions on how to use the ENGINE START feature.  IMPORTANT: Follow all safety instructions and precautions when  charging your battery. Wear complete eye protection and clothing  protection. Charge your battery in a well-ventilated area.  IMPORTANT: Using the ENGINE START feature WITHOUT a battery  installed in the vehicle could cause damage to the vehicle’s electrical system
                    
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                         4.8 ENGINE STARTING NOTES:  If the battery is disconnected during the cool down period, the charger  will reset. 15. USING BUILT-IN BATTERY TESTER  5. OVERVIEW  The charger has a built-in battery tester that displays either an accurate  battery voltage or an estimate of the battery’s relative charge based on the  battery voltage and a scale set by the Battery Council International.  5.2 TESTING SEq UENCE  There are four basic steps required to use the charger as a battery tester.   . Conne
                    
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                         5.7 TESTER STATUS LEDs  When the charger is operating as a battery tester, the status LEDs light  under the following conditions:  • The CHARGED LED will light if a charged battery is tested.   • The CHARGING LED does not light in the battery test mode.  • The CONNECTED LED lights if a properly connected battery is detected.   • When the tester digital display is set to VOLTAGE, the CHARGED  and CHARGING LEDs won't light (it could be testing a battery or an  alternator).  5.8 INITIAL PERCENT 
                    
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                         6.2 TESTER STATUS LEDs  When the unit is operating as an alternator tester, the status LEDs light  under the following conditions:  • The CHARGED LED will light if the output of the charging system is at  the normally desired level.  • The CHARGING LED does not light in the alternator test mode.  • The CONNECTED LED lights if a VOLTAGE is detected.  • When the tester display mode is set to VOLTAGE, the CHARGED  and CHARGING LEDs won't light (it could be testing a battery or an  alternator).  
                    
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                         8.3 The DIGITAL DISPLAY always flashes before the battery is completely charged.  a. The incorrect battery type may have been selected. Reset the charger  by briefly unplugging it or briefly disconnecting the negative battery clip.  Select the desired charge rate (small or regular battery) and battery  type again, if necessary.  b. This will happen if the battery did not reach full charge within 24 hours.  May be due to a very large battery or a bank of batteries requiring more  power than a 
                    
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                        19. LIMITED WARRANTY SCHUMACHER ELECTRIC CORPORATION, WARRANTS  EXCLUSIVELY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER THAT THIS  CHARGER WILL BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED IF IT FAILS DURING  ITS LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD OF TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF  RECEIPT DUE TO DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP. A  DATED SALES RECEIPT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REq UIRED  FOR ALL CLAIMS.  This warranty does not cover failures arising out of improper use, abuse,  maintenance or operation of the product. This warranty does not cover  cha
                    
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