Schumacher SE-1-12S Fully Automatic Onboard Battery Charger - 1.5 Amps

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Schumacher SE-1-12S Fully Automatic Onboard Battery Charger - 1.5 Amps

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 2 x 8 x 9 inches ; 4 ounces
Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
ASIN: B0000AXTUY
Item model number: SE-1-12S

By : Schumacher
Price : $21.98

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
The Schumacher SE-1-12S Fully Automatic 1.5-amp Onboard Battery Charger is an AC powered automatic trickle charger / maintainer for use with 12 volt lead-acid batteries. The unit features an automatic charge cycling process that allows charging to turn on and off automatically as is necessary, and its "onboard" design and included hardware makes for easy, convenient mounting adjacent to batteries both inside and away from vehicles. Additional features include: 1.5-amp trickle charge rate, an LED charge indicator, reverse-hookup protection, molded plastic case and short leads for safety.

Mountable Automatic 12-Volt Battery Charging
Designed to allow for safe charging of batteries used with RV, street rods, classic cars, mototcycles and snowmobiles, as well as deep-cycle or most other commonly used lead-acid batteries, the Schumacher SE-1-12S Fully Automatic Onboard Battery Charger is a convenient accessory suitable for use with most any vehicle that experiences long storage periods between uses, or requires improved battery performance during cold weather. Light, rugged and compact, its low-profile "onboard" outer design and included mounting hardware allow for easy mounting close to, if not directly on your battery's outer housing. This makes it perfect for use as a dedicated trickle charger, although it can also to mounted away from your vehicle in the case of dedicated, stand-alone charge stations for batteries. Once mounted, with the permanent ring terminal connections made and the AC power cord properly connected to a grounded 120-volt outlet, the SE-1-12S automatically switches between charge mode and maintain mode as necessary. The charger contains an easy-to-read LED indicators related to battery connection and charge state, and an electronic control circuit which safeguards against overcharging the battery ensuring that your stored battery is safely kept at proper levels and will be ready when you need it.
Additional features include: reverse hook-up protection that keeps power from flowing unless a proper connection exists; a 1.5-amp trickle charge rate; intentionally short battery leads and AC power cord that won't get tangled in moving engine parts; and a rugged molded plastic outer case.
Specifications

Charger Type - Fully Automatic Controlled
Output Voltage - 12 VDC
Input Voltage - 120 VAC
Output Current Cont: 1.5A
Intput Current Cont: 0.4A
Dimensions - 1.57" H x 4.64" W x 5.03" D
Product Weight - 1.96 lbs.

What's in the Box

Schumacher SE-1-12S Fully Automatic Onboard Battery Charger (with attached ring terminal cable assembly)
Hardware mounting brackets and screws
Users manual and warranty information

Two-Year Limited Warranty
Schumacher Electric Corporation (the "Manufacturer") warrants this battery charger for two (2) years from the date of purchase at retail against defective material or workmanship that may occur under normal use and care. If your unit is not free from defective material or workmanship, Manufacturer's obligation under this warranty is solely to repair or replace your product with a new or reconditioned unit at the option of the Manufacturer. It is the obligation of the purchaser to forward the unit, along with mailing charges prepaid to the Manufacturer or its authorized representatives in order for repair or replacement to occur.
About Schumacher Electric Corporation
Since 1947, Schumacher Electric Corporation has been leading change and driving performance to exceed its customers' expectations. Engineered patent pending technologies and award winning marketing allows Schumacher to be the brand of choice when it comes to portable power and battery charger/jump starter/maintainer/tester needs. Passion and commitment is the Schumacher way which shows as they are official supplier for chargers, jump starters and inverters for NASCAR.
Not for use with ungrounded 2-pronged outlet adapters; ensure any extension cords used are grounded and are of sufficient AWG size.

This fully automatic onboard battery charger is a 1.5-amp charger which plugs onto an electrical wall outlet. This unit charges 12-volt batteries, and keeps larger batteries warm even under cold temperatures. This plug-in trickle charger has reverse polarity protection and can install next to the battery on automobiles, boats, tractors, golf carts, and other equipment. Appropriate hardware and mounting brackets are included with this battery charger.

Product Features

1.5-amp charger
Has reverse polarity protection
Molded with plastic weather proof case
Plugs into an electrical wall outlet
Can install next to the battery on automobiles, boats, tractors, golf carts, and other equipment

Customer Reviews

I installed this in one of my SUV's that is not driven for weeks at a time.
The Schumacher unit keeps a perfect charge and does not overheat or dry out the battery. The clock, radio, and GPS settings are all preserved and the charger does not seem to draw much power when the battery is charged. I am very satisfied with the operation of the unit.
The installation was a breeze with the included hardware and the instructions were clear and easy.
I do have two small complaints, however:
(1) The battery lugs were way too big for my vehicle and all other cars that I checked.
(2) The AC plug is too short to run anywhere. I wanted the plug to reach to just outside the vehicle's grill, so that the unit could be plugged in without opening the hood. I had to install an extra extension cord for that purpose.

Works great to keep your battery topped off on cold winter nights, and for days of long storage. Instead of dragging out your conventional charger and cables, then putting everything away when finished! Just mount this small unit under your hood, plug in a small AC extension cord, and close the hood. (not affecting alarm operation). It can charge a dead battery (not recommended) but it can take 24 to 36 hours.