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HSK1084HD
Fu lly Au t o m a t ic Ele ct r o n ic
Sm a r t Ba t t e r y Ch a r g e r
1 0 / 6 / 2 Am p Ch a rg e Ra te s
USER’ S M ANUAL
& WARRANTY INFO RM ATIO N
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS INSTRUCTIO NAL MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CO NTAINS IMPO RTANT
INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS
PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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5. Carefully connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable
connected to the NEGATIVE terminal.
6. Set the charge rate to appropriate setting according to battery size.
TABLE O F CO NTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charge Rate Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Float Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alternator Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Approximate Charging Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Indications/ Common Problems/ Possible Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging a Very Cold Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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7. When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and
break first connection while as far away from battery as practical.
N o te : A m a rin e (b o a t) b a tte ry m u st b e re m o ve d a n d ch a rg e d o n sh o re . To ch a rg e it
o n b o a rd re q u ire s e q u ip m e n t sp e cia lly d e sig n e d fo r m a rin e u se . Th is u n it is
N O T d e sig n e d fo r su ch u se .
SAVE THESE IN STRUCTIO N S
IN TRO DUCTIO N
Thank you for selecting the Husk y Pro 1 0 / 6 / 2 Am p Sm a rt Ba tte ry Ch a rg e r.
With proper care and use, it will give you years of dependable service. This battery
charger has a high charge rate of up to 10 amps, and low charge rate of up to
2 amps.
Smart Battery Chargers feature 3-stage, high-efficiency charging technology, built-in
microprocessor control that ensures fast, safe and complete charging of serviceable
batteries.
Ch a rg e Curve
STAGE O N E
BEEP
BEEP
STAGE TW O
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.
STAGE THREE
O FF BEEP
CHARGIN G
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. This limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If 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:
CO MPLETE
Sta g e O n e — Rapid Start Charge at 10 amps delivers maximum charging
amperage to “wake up” any serviceable 12 volt battery and allows for quick engine
starting in just 5 minutes (based on a midsize vehicle battery at 50% charge level).
When battery reaches a maximum safe predetermined voltage, the charger will
automatically signal a "beep" and move into Stage 2 of the charging process.
Sta g e Tw o — Absorption Charge maintains the maximum possible charge at a
constant, safe, predetermined voltage. During this phase, the charging voltage remains
constant, while the actual charging current is reduced to allow for the maximum proper
internal chemical energy transfer. At the end of Stage 2, the charger will automatically
move into Stage 3 charge mode.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between 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.
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Sta g e Three — Top-Off Charge voltage is automatically maintained and reduced to
a predetermined level while current is adjusted for a safe, effective battery charge. At
the end of Stage 3, the unit will BEEP signaling the completion of the charging cycle.
INDICATORS:
La rg e (.3 7 5 ” ) 3 -Ch a ra cte r Dig ita l Disp la y in the upper left of the control panel
indicates the various conditions and/ or status codes:
The Automatic Float Charge feature is ideal for maintaining a battery. It automatically
tops off battery as needed, keeping it fully charged all the time.
Status Codes are described in the following chart and on back of the charger.
AC POWER INDICATOR - When connected to an AC outlet, digital display shows circulating pattern to indicate power is on.
FEATURES
Disconnect charger after use.
FAULT CODES
INTERNAL SHORTED CELL BATTERY - Cannot be charged. Have battery
checked by certified auto service center.
OVERHEATED CONDITION - Disconnect charger and allow to cool for 30 min.,
check for ample ventilation.
F05
F01
• This unit has three charge rate settings, accessed by the 2/ 6/ 10 AMP button:
a) 2 amps: smaller batteries, as in lawn mowers, snowmobiles, motorcycles, etc.
b) 6 amps: mid-sized batteries, as in small cars
c) 10 amps: automobiles and light trucks
• Automatic float charge monitoring
• Microprocessor controlled for proper operation and fault detection.
• Large, lighted digital display shows charging current, codes that indicate faults,
modes of operation and time-out of functions
• High-frequency, switch-mode operation for pure DC output
• Rapid charging three stage output
• Heavy-duty cables and clamps are corrosion-resistant
• Connect to side or top-mount battery terminals
EXCESSIVE LOAD ON BATTERY WHILE CHARGING - Check load.
BAD BATTERY CONNECTION - Check battery connection.
BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW TO ACCEPT CHARGE -
Have battery checked by certified auto service center.
OPERATION CODES
F02
ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CHECK
CHARGER STANDBY
INTERNAL OPEN CELL/
SULFATED CONDITION -
F03
F04
000
Have battery checked by certified auto service center.
OVERTIME CONDITION - Battery will not accept a charge after 18 hours of continuous charging.
Battery may have internal damage. Have battery chacked by certified auto service center.
BATTERY CHARGE RATE IS SET TOO LOW - Set charger to higher charge rate. See manual.
BATTERY FULLY CHARGED
BATTERY IN FLOAT MODE
FUL
FLO
CONTROL PANEL LED INDICATORS/ BUTTON:
FAULT — lights when any of several faults are detected — see F01 through F05
Codes as described in the previous chart. (If the Fault LED lights, refer to
“Troubleshooting” for details.)
• Rugged case, plus sturdy carry handle
• Self-storage of cables and clamps
• Ideal during winter season when vehicle's starting performance is reduced by cold
or extreme weather conditions
• Single beep tone indicates a button is pressed or a mode change occurs
• Alternator check can determine if alternator output is within a typical voltage range
Re v. Po la rity — lights when clamps are incorrectly connected to battery terminals.
Ba tte ry Vo lta g e — lights when the Battery Voltage button is pressed.
Alte rn a to r Go o d — Lights when load or no load checks show the alternator is
keeping up with the electrical load.
O PERATIN G IN STRUCTIO N S
Co n tro ls a n d In d ica to rs
CO N TRO L PAN EL
En sure th a t a ll in sta lla tio n a n d o p e ra tin g in structio n s a n d sa fe ty
p re ca u tio n s a re u n d e rsto o d a n d ca re fu lly fo llo w e d b y a n y o n e
in sta llin g o r usin g th e ch a rg e r. Fo llo w th e ste p s o utlin e d in “ Im p o rta n t
Sa fe ty In structio n s” a t th e fro n t o f th is m a n ua l.
DIGITAL READO UT
CIRCULATIN G PATTERN
Ch a rg e Ra te Se le ctio n
After charger clamps are correctly connected, plug in the charger to a 120 volt AC
outlet and the charger will show a circulating pattern on the Digital Display, indicating
power has been applied. Select the proper charge current rate based on battery size.
WARN IN G
If Dig ita l Disp la y sh o w s “ F0 2 ” a n d th e Fa ult in d ica to r lig h ts, th e
co n n e ctio n to th e b a tte ry te rm in a ls is b a d . Fo llo w th e ste p s o utlin e d in
“ Im p o rta n t Sa fe ty In structio n s” a t th e fro n t o f th is m a n ua l.
FUNCTION BUTTONS (FROM RIGHT TO LEFT CLOCKWISE):
2 / 6 / 1 0 AMP — allows the user to select the charge rate based on battery size. This
selection and actual battery charge rate are monitored by the microprocessor and will
stop charging if the selected rate is too fast or too slow for battery size or condition.
If Re v. Po la rity in d ica to r a lso lig h ts, th e RED (PO SITIVE) a n d BLACK
(NEGATIVE) cla m p s a re in co rre ctly co n n e cte d to b a tte ry te rm in a ls.
Fo llo w th e ste p s o utlin e d in “ Im p o rta n t Sa fe ty In structio n s” a t th e
fro n t o f th is m a n ua l.
Ba tte ry Vo lta g e — enables a check that measures the battery voltage.
Alte rn a to r Ch e ck — is a five-second check that measures the battery voltage. This
check is repeated at various electrical load levels and the tests allow the user to
determine if the alternator can keep up with the loads. It can indicate whether
alternator service may be required.
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1. Press Alternator Check to start the check.
Ch a rg in g th e Ba tte ry
2. Alternator Good LED will light to indicate the alternator is good, or
the FAULT LED will light to indicate the alternator may need service.
3. Press Alternator Check again to stop the test.
1. Press 2/ 6/ 10 AMP button to begin charging at the 2 amp rate; the unit sounds
a beep and displays charging current. The charger starts charging at 2 amp rate
automatically if 2/ 6/ 10 AMP button is not pressed within 3 minutes after
applying AC power.
If the first alternator check indicates a good alternator and the second indicates the
alternator may need service, the problem could stem from: loose fan belts, an
intermittent diode failure or possibly bad connections between the battery and
alternator and/ or ground.
Charger occasionally sounds a beep and displays “0.0” during self-test or
charging stage changes.
2. Pressing the 2/ 6/ 10 AMP button again advances charging rate to 6 amps and
pressing once more advances charging rate to 10 amps. (Pressing the button
again will turn OFF the charger output and the Display will show “000”.) This
selection and actual battery charge rate are monitored by the microprocessor
and the unit will stop charging if the selected rate is too fast or too slow for battery
size or condition.
N O TES BATTERY VO LTAGE b u tto n is d isa b le d in Alte rn a to r Ch e ck m o d e .
Th e FAULT LED m a y lig h t b e ca u se so m e o n e h a s a d d e d a n u m b e r o f a cce sso ry
lo a d s o n th e ch a rg in g sy ste m , th e re b y in cre a sin g cu rre n t d e m a n d fro m th e
a lte rn a to r. MAKE SURE THAT THE ALTERN ATO R IS RATED TO SUPPO RT THE
APPLICATIO N .
Th is ch e ck m a y n o t b e a ccu ra te fo r e ve ry m a k e , m a n u fa ctu re r a n d m o d e l o f
ve h icle .
As the battery nears full charge capacity, the unit’s output will automatically drop
to a lower charge rate.
Ch e ck o n ly 1 2 vo lt sy ste m s.
3. The battery charger displays the charge current. To view the battery voltage,
press BATTERY VOLTAGE button. The charger will sound a beep and display the
the battery voltage. Press BATTERY VOLTAGE again to return to displaying the
charge current.
APPRO XIMATE CHARGIN G TIMES
The 2 / 6 / 1 0 Am p 1 2 Vo lt Sm a rt Ba tte ry Ch a rg e r will automatically adjust the
charge rate as the battery becomes charged, and stop when the battery is fully
charged. Deep cycle batteries may require longer charging time.
4. The display shows “FUL” when the battery is fully charged.
5. Disconnect the AC power cord first, then the NEGATIVE clamp, and finally the
POSITIVE clamp.
For estimates of the time it takes to charge a battery, refer to the following table.
Pe rce n t o f ch a rg e
Au to m a tic Flo a t Ch a rg in g
Automatic Float Charging is ideal for maintaining a fully charged battery.
1. Keep the AC power and battery connected after battery is fully charged.
in b a tte ry
7 5 %
5 0 %
2 5 %
NR*
0 %
at 2 amp rate
at 6 amp rate
at 10 amp rate
7 HRS
14 HRS
4.7 HRS
2.8 HRS
NR*
2.5 HRS
1.4 HRS
7 HRS
4.2 HRS
9.2 HRS
5.5 HRS
2. The charger monitors the battery and tops it off as needed.
3. The display shows “FLO” when topping off the battery and returns to “FUL” when
completed.
*NR = Not recommended at 2 amps — use a higher charge rate.
4. To view battery voltage, press the Battery Voltage button.
N o te : Ch a rg in g ca n b e te rm in a te d b y p re ssin g th e 2 / 6 / 1 0 AMP b u tto n a t a n y tim e
w h e n th e u n it is ch a rg in g .
The times shown in the table above are approximate and refer to a 50 Ah automotive
battery. For example, a 50 Ah (12 volt) battery is discharged (50%). How long
should it be charged at the 10 amp rate? See the chart above under “50%” and “at
10 amp rate.”
Afte r AC p o w e r in te rru p tio n , ch a rg in g re sta rts a t 2 a m p ra te a u to m a tica lly.
WARN IN G
In most cases, battery charging times will vary depending on the size, age and
condition of the battery. Smaller batteries should be charged at a lower rate (2 amps)
and an extra hour added to charge time.
If b a tte ry size is n o t k n o w n , ch a rg e a t th e
o ve rch a rg e b a tte rie s.
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CARE AN D MAIN TEN AN CE
With proper care and minimal maintenance, the 2 / 6 / 1 0 Am p 1 2 Vo lt Sm a rt
Ba tte ry Ch a rg e r will provide years of dependable service. For maximum
performance, manufacturer recommends:
No Load
(Turn OFF all vehicle’s accessories): The battery must be fully charged
before testing the alternator. Run the engine long enough to achieve
normal idle speed and verify there is a no-load voltage.
• After each use, clean the battery charger clamps — be sure to remove any battery
fluid that will cause corrosion of the copper clamps.
1. Press Alternator Check to start the check.
2. Alternator Good LED will light to indicate the alternator is good, or
the FAULT LED will light to indicate the alternator may need service.
• Clean the outside case of the charger with a soft cloth and, if necessary, mild soap
solution.
3. Press Alternator Check again to stop the test.
• Do not allow liquid to enter the charger. Do not operate when charger is wet.
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Under Load (Accessories ON): Next, load the alternator by turning on as many
• Keep the charger cords loosely coiled during storage to prevent damage to the
accessories as possible (except for A/ C and DEFROST)
cords.
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WARN IN GS
• Do n o t use ch a rg e r if co rd s o r cla m p s h a ve b e e n d a m a g e d in a n y
w a y — ca ll Te ch n ica l Sup p o rt to ll-fre e a t (8 6 6 ) 5 8 4 -5 5 0 4 .
• Th e re a re n o use r-se rvice a b le p a rts in th is un it.
• Do n o t o p e n th e un it. In th e e ve n t o f m a lfun ctio n , it m ust b e re turn e d
to m a n ufa cture r fo r p ro fe ssio n a l te stin g a n d re p a ir. O PENING THE
UNIT W ILL VO ID THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY.
TRO UBLESHO O TIN G
Disp la y In d ica tio n s/ Co m m o n Pro b le m s/ Po ssib le So lu tio n s
No Fun ctio n s
• Check and make sure the charger is plugged into a live 110/ 120 volt AC outlet.
• Follow the steps outlined in the Operating Instructions section.
F0 1 — In te rn a l Sh o rte d Ce ll Ba tte ry
If the battery being charged has an internal shorted cell, the F01 will show. We
recommend taking your battery to a certified automotive service center for evaluation.
F0 2 — Ba d Ba tte ry Co n n e ctio n o r Ba tte ry Vo lta g e To o Lo w to Acce p t
Ch a rg e
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.
F0 3 — In te rn a l O p e n Ce ll
Have battery checked by a certified automotive service center.
F0 4 — O ve rtim e Co n d itio n
F04 appears when charging time exceeds 18 hours.
You may be using a charge current rate too low for a large battery. Select higher
charge rate to charge the battery.
F0 5 — O ve rh e a te d Co n d itio n
The ventilation grill that prevents the air from flowing in and out of the charger may
be blocked.
• Follow the steps outlined in “Important Safety Instructions” at the front of this manual
to disconnect AC cord and clamps, allow the unit to cool for 30 minutes and
reconnect.
• Make sure there is ample ventilation before resuming operation.
Ch a rg in g a Ve ry Co ld Ba tte ry
If the battery to be charged is very cold (in temperatures below freezing —
0°C/ 32°F), it cannot accept a high rate of charge. The initial charge rate will be
low. The charge rate will increase as the battery warms. Never attempt to charge a
frozen battery.
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