The battery may be dead or have a shorted cell. Have the battery tested by a professional. Disclaimer: These instructions are a general guide for the Selmar Turbo 4 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
No. The Turbo 4 is a slow/trickle charger designed to re-energize a battery over several hours. It does not have the massive amperage output required to crank an engine. Attempting to start the engine while the charger is connected can destroy the charger's internal circuitry or blow its fuses. 5. Maintenance and Storage
Check that the red and black clips are biting into clean metal, not rust or corrosion. selmarturbo4batterychargerinstructions
Each bank has its own LED display. Standard indicators:
Working with lead-acid vehicle batteries presents an inherent risk of electric shock, chemical burns, and highly explosive gases. Adhere strictly to these rules before handling the device: Selmar TURBO Battery Charger 12V 2.7A The battery may be dead or have a shorted cell
Features a high-quality moving arm ammeter to show current flow. Standard Operating Instructions Charging car batteries - VARTA Automotive
| Feature | Selmar Turbo 4 | Basic Trickle Charger | Standard Smart Charger | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Number of batteries | Up to 4 | 1 | 1 | | Independent banks | Yes | N/A | N/A | | Desulfation mode | Yes (most models) | No | Some | | Float maintenance | Yes | Yes (often unregulated) | Yes | | Best for | Fleets, boats with multiple batteries, RVs | Single car/motorcycle | Single deep-cycle | Attempting to start the engine while the charger
Store in a dry place to prevent moisture buildup within the electrical components.
Unplug the charger from the mains first, then remove the clips from the battery terminals.
The Selmar Turbo 4 features a built-in ammeter (gauge) on the front panel to show the charging status:
Check every 30 minutes. When the ammeter needle drops to the "Green" or "Maintenance" zone (usually below 5 amps), the battery is ready.