VIKING 59453 (01) PDF Document

Note: Amperage is only present while connected to a battery.

If an extension cord must be used with your VIKING 59453, use the following table to determine the correct wire size.

* If the input rating of a charger is given in watts rather than in amperes, the corresponding ampere rating is to be determined by dividing the wattage rating by the voltage rating – for example: 1250 watts/125 volts = 10 amperes

LED Display: Displays charging status, charging current, voltage, battery type, Charging Mode, and error codes.

Start/Stop: Starts and stops charging process.

Test: Toggle through to see Battery Charged percentage, Battery Voltage and to test alternator.

Charge Rate: Press to select Charge Rate 6A, 12A or 25A.

Battery Type: Press to select between AGM, Gel or STD (Standard) battery types. Note: Use AGM setting at 6A rate to charge Deep Cycle battery.

Battery Volt/Engine Start: Press to select 6V or 12V, engage Engine Start feature.

Reverse Polarity Indicator: Flashes when connecting clamps polarities are reversed.

Error Indicator: Flashes when a short, over temp or wrong battery voltage is detected.

Bad Battery Indicator: Flashes when detecting a bad battery condition. Charger will automatically apply de-sulfation or recondition (Display shows “dES”) process to attempt battery repair. Battery repair process is two to eight hours. Charger will indicate a bad battery if battery is not repairable. Not all batteries can be reconditioned or repaired.

Charging/Charged Indicator: Flashes during charging process. Steady illumination when battery is fully charged.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Wear ANSI-approved splash-resistant safety goggles and heavy-duty rubber work gloves whenever connecting, disconnecting, or working near battery. Battery acid can cause permanent blindness.

1. If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.

2. Make sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged.

3. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.

4. With standard lead acid batteries, add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For sealed batteries without removable cell caps, such as AGM, GEL, or valve regulated lead acid batteries, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions.

5. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.

6. Determine voltage of battery by referring to vehicle owner’s manual and make sure it matches output rating of battery Charger. If Charger has adjustable charge rate, charge battery initially at lowest rate.

7. A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.

COLD BATTERIES – Begin charging at lowest rate, increase rate as battery reaches normal temperature. DO NOT CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY.

BATTERIES WITH HYDROMETER EYE: Do not depend on hydrometer eye to determine battery charge level.

1. Locate Charger as far away from battery as DC cables permit.

2. Never place Charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery will corrode and damage Charger.

3. Never allow battery acid to drip on Charger when reading electrolyte specific gravity or filling battery.

4. Do not operate Charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.

5. Do not set a battery on top of Charger.

6. Do not charge battery outdoors under wet conditions.

A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Wear ANSI-approved splash-resistant safety goggles and heavy-duty rubber work gloves whenever connecting, disconnecting, or working near battery. Battery acid can cause permanent blindness.

1. Position AC and DC cables to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.

2. Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.

3. Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N,−) post.

4. Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If negative post is grounded to chassis (as in most vehicles), see step 5. If positive post is grounded to the chassis, see step 6.

5. For negative-grounded vehicle, connect POSITIVE (RED) clamp from Battery Charger to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of battery. Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clamp to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

6. For positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp from Battery Charger to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of battery. Connect POSITIVE (RED) clamp to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clamp to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

7. When disconnecting Charger, disconnect AC cord, remove clamp from vehicle chassis, and then remove clamp from battery terminal.

8. After use clean, then store the Charger indoors out of children’s reach.

A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Wear ANSI-approved splash-resistant safety goggles and heavy-duty rubber work gloves whenever connecting, disconnecting, or working near battery. Battery acid can cause permanent blindness.

1. Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.

2. Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.

3. Connect POSITIVE (RED) Charger clamp to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery.

4. Position yourself and free end of cable as far away from battery as possible-then connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) Charger clamp to free end of cable.

5. Do not face battery when making final connection.

6. When disconnecting Charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and break first connection while as far away from battery as practical.

7. After use clean, then store the Charger indoors out of children’s reach.

1. Follow directions on page 8 of the manual to connect the VIKING 59453 Charger to the battery, then plug the Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet. If the cable clamps are not connected or the connection is loose, the Error Indicator light will flash.

2. When a good connection has been made, the LED screen will display the battery capacity and voltage.

Note: For smaller batteries always charge on lowest possible charge rate setting. For larger batteries higher charge rates are recommended. It is recommended to use AGM setting at 6A charge rate to charge Deep Cycle batteries.

3. Perform steps a-d on the Charger Control Panel. If battery voltage is below 1V the charger will not charge battery. Test battery for State of Health and replace it.

a. Select Battery Voltage. Select 6V or 12V ensuring voltage matches applicable battery.

b. Select Battery Type. AGM can be used to charge Deep Cycle batteries.

c. Select Charging Rate, lower current Amps are for maintaining higher current Amps to charge at a faster rate. Use 6A and AGM setting to charge a Deep Cycle battery.

d. Press START/STOP button to start charging process. Press again to stop charging process.

Note: The VIKING 59453 charger is designed with multi-stage charging process. Maximum charging current is applied when the charger considers it safe to do so. The charging current is gradually reduced as it reaches fully charged status.

4. Once the battery is fully charged the Charger automatically switches to a float charge/maintenance mode.

5. Press TEST button for Battery Charged Percentage or Battery Voltage. The Alternator Test feature can’t be used during the charging process.

A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Wear ANSI-approved splash-resistant safety goggles and heavy-duty rubber work gloves whenever connecting, disconnecting, or working near battery. Battery acid can cause permanent blindness.

1. Follow directions to connect the VIKING 59453 Charger to the battery, then plug the Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet. If the cable clamps are not connected or the connection is loose, the Error Indicator light will flash.

2. Press BATTERY VOLT/ENGINE START button to select 125A (Engine Start).

3. Press START/STOP button.

Note: The charger will enter the first stage with 25A boosting that lasts for 150 seconds. The display shows the voltage rise. Starting can be done as much as needed during this period. The best results are at the “rdY” stage. Batteries that are slightly discharged need less current to start. Other batteries require a higher current to start. After the 150 seconds period expires, the charger will enter the next stage for 120 seconds where the maximum current of 125A is provided for engine start, “rdY” is displayed. Engine Starting can be done as much as needed during this period. The charger will enter the mandatory final stage, which is the cooling stage for 180 seconds, while the display shows the countdown from 180 to 0 seconds. No starting activities are allowed during this period. Transformer must be cooled for the high power Engine Start process.

4. Attempt to start vehicle when “rdY” appears on the display.

Note: The highest current for engine starting is provided at this stage.

5. Press Battery Voltage/Engine Start button or START/STOP button and unplug the AC power cable to exit.

CAUTION! To prevent damage to vehicle: Do not bypass battery by using Engine Start Directly to the battery cable. Monitor Engine Start Mode process at all times.

Note: If the vehicle does not start after five seconds, stop and wait three minutes before next attempt to start vehicle.

CAUTION! Excessive and continuous engine start attempts can cause damage to starter.

1. Press TEST Button.

2. Press Start/Stop Button. The display shows a 60 second countdown.

3. Start the vehicle’s engine. Rev the engine at 2,500 RPM and hold for 15 seconds.

4. After the 60 second countdown, the display will show test results as PAS (good alternator) or Bad (bad alternator).

Procedures not specifically explained in the manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Unplug the Charger, disconnect any battery, and allow Charger to cool completely before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the VIKING 59453 Charger. Check for:

• loose hardware

• cracked or broken parts

• damaged electrical wiring or cable insulation

• any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth.

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: If the charger is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician. DO NOT OPEN CHARGER HOUSING, NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.

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:

• 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 help.