Brand: VIKING
Category: Battery Charger
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Manual for 56796 - Troubleshooting and error codes + PDF Download
Uploaded: April 8, 2025, 1:45 p.m.
Warranty Summary
This product has a limited 90-day warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
- Connect Charger to battery following safety instructions (wear safety goggles and gloves).
- Plug the Power Cord into a properly grounded outlet.
- Select desired charging rate using the "AMP" button (or automatic).
- Select battery type using the "BATTERY TYPE" button (STD or AGM).
- Press the "CHARGE" button to start charging.
- The LCD screen will display charging status and settings.
- Once fully charged, the Charger automatically switches to float charge/maintenance mode.
- For weak batteries, use the "RECONDITION" button.
- For cold weather charging, use the "WINTER" button.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Error Code | Possible Causes | Likely Solutions |
|---|---|---|
 REVERSE POLARITY |
Clamps connected to wrong terminals on battery. | Correct clamp connections on battery. |
| OVER HEAT |
The Charger is overheating. | Make sure air vents on Charger are clear. Charger will automatically resume charging when it has cooled down. |
| BATTERY TOO HIGH |
Charger may be connected to 24 V battery. | Verify battery being charged is 12 V. |
| 24Hr OVERTIME CHARGING |
1. An appliance is drawing power from battery being charged. 2. Selected charging rate is too low for battery rating. |
1. Disconnect the appliance and charge battery again. 2. Select higher charging rate and continue charging battery. |
| BATTERY FAILURE |
Defective battery, will not hold full charge. | Have battery checked by a qualified technician. Replace battery if necessary. |
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Error Code | Possible Causes | Likely Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| REVERSE POLARITY |
Clamps connected to wrong terminals on battery. | Correct clamp connections on battery. |
| OVER HEAT |
The Charger is overheating. | Make sure air vents on Charger are clear. Charger will automatically resume charging when it has cooled down. |
| BATTERY TOO HIGH |
Charger may be connected to 24 V battery. | Verify battery being charged is 12 V. |
| 24Hr OVERTIME CHARGING |
1. An appliance is drawing power from battery being charged. 2. Selected charging rate is too low for battery rating. |
1. Disconnect the appliance and charge battery again. 2. Select higher charging rate and continue charging battery. |
| BATTERY FAILURE |
Defective battery, will not hold full charge. | Have battery checked by a qualified technician. Replace battery if necessary. |