BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page i 25 AMP SMART™ FULLY AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Catalog Number BC25EB Thank you for choosing Black & Decker! Go to www.BlackandDecker.com/NewOwner to register your new product BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL 1-800-544-6986 BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE CATALOG No, AND DATE CODE AVAILABLE. IN MOST CASES, A BLACK & DECKER REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 1 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL APPLIANCES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. • AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS: Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t use appliances in the rain. • KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 3 • Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin. • If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately. • Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of vehicle battery, engine or charger. • Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 4 DC Connection Precautions 1. Connect and disconnect DC output clamps only after removing AC cord from electric outlet. 2. Never allow clamps to touch each other. 3. Attach clamps to battery and chassis as indicated in “Battery Installed in Vehicle” steps 5 and 6, and in “Battery Outside of Vehicle” steps 2, 4 and 5. Follow these steps when the battery is installed in a vehicle. A spark near the battery may cause an explosion.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 5 that ensures fast, safe and complete charging of serviceable batteries. Stage One — Rapid Start Charge at 25 amps delivers maximum charging amperage to “wake up” any serviceable 12 volt battery and allows for quick engine starting. When battery reaches a maximum safe predetermined voltage, the charger will automatically signal a "beep" and move into Stage 2 of the charging process.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 6 Battery Type (Step 1) allows the user to select Wet, Gel or AGM type of battery for efficient and safe charge. Most automotive batteries are Wet batteries. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s specifications for battery type. 2/10/25A AMP (Charge Rate Selector) (Step 2) allows the user to select the charge rate based on battery size. This selection and the actual battery charge rate are monitored by the microprocessor.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 7 Instructions” section of this manual. Charge Rate Selection After charger clamps are correctly connected, plug in the charger to a 120 volt AC outlet. The charger will show a “000” on the Digital Display, indicating power has been applied. Select the proper charge current rate based on battery size. Press the 2/10/25 AMP button and the charger will begin charging at 2 amps.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 8 WARNING: BURST HAZARD: • NEVER EQUALIZE A GEL OR AGM BATTERY, these may burst and cause SERIOUS INJURY and property damage. • Remove or disconnect the vehicle’s battery when equalizing. The frequency which the equalization process needs to be run depends on the use of the battery. The more the battery is used, the more undercharged it becomes; thus the more frequently the battery should be equalized. 1.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 9 1. Make sure the charger is in initiation state with a circulating pattern on the display or in charge OFF mode with “000” on the display. If not, press 2/10/25 AMP button repeatedly until “000” shows on the display. 2. Press the Battery 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 hours and stops automatically.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 10 F02 — Bad Battery Connection or Battery Voltage Too Low to Accept Charge When F02 appears, the most common cause is poor connection to battery. • Follow the steps outlined in “Important Safety Instructions” at the front of this manual to disconnect AC cord and clamps, clean battery terminal and reconnect. • If the situation persists, we recommend taking your battery to a certified automotive service center for evaluation.
BC25EB_ManualEN_121007.qxp 12/10/2007 8:42 AM Page 11 contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com. FULL FIVE-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for five years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.
