Associated Equipment 6065 Battery Charger User Manual
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1. Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery Do not operate charger in a closed in area or restrict ventilation in any way Do not set a battery on top of charger e200 6 DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS a Connect and disconnect DC output clamps only after setting charger switches on OFF position and removing AC cord from electric outlet Never allow clamps to touch each other b Attach clamps to battery posts and twist or rock back and forth several times to make a good connection This tends to keep clamps from slipping off terminals and helps to reduce risk of sparking 7 FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY a Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk or damage by hood door or moving engine parts b Slay clear of fan blades belts pulleys and other parts that can cause injury to persons c Check polarity of battery posts POSITIVE POS P battery post usually has larger diameter than NEGATIVE NEG N post d Determine which post of battery is grounded connected to the chassis If negative post is grounded to chassis as in most vehicles see item e If positive post in grounded to the chassis see item f e For negative grounded vehicle connect POSITIVE RED clamp from battery charger to POSITIVE POS P ungrounded post of battery Connect NEGATIVE BLACK clamp to2. that are commonly used with home appliances These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property 3 CAUTION To reduce risk of injury charge only wet cell lead acid automotive type rechargeable batteries Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage Do not expose charger to rain or snow if specifically warned on the unit not to do so Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If extension cord must be used make sure a That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger b That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and c Ifthe length of the extension cord is less than 25 feet use a 14 AWG cord If 50 feet 12 AWG 150 feet 8 AWG Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug replace them immediately Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way take it to a qualified ser
3. vehicle chassis heavy gauge metal part of frame or engine block away from battery Do not connect clamp to carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal part of the frame For positive grounded vehicle connect NEGATIVE BLACK clip from battery charger to NEGATIVE NEG N ungrounded post of battery Connect POSITIVE RED clip to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery Do not connect clip to carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal body parts Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block g When disconnecting charger turn switches to off disconnect AC cord remove clamp from vehicle chassis and then remove clamp from battery terminal h See operating instructions for length of charge information 8 FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS OUTSIDE VEHICLE A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY a Check polarity of battery posts POSITIVE POS P battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE NEG N post b Attach at least a 24 inch long 6 gauge AWG insulated battery cable to NEGATIVE NEG N battery post c Connect POSITIVE RED charger clamp to POSITIVE POS P post of battery d Position yourself and free end of cables as far away from battery as possible then connect NEGATIVE BLACK charger clamp to free end of cable Do not face battery when making final connection When disconnecting charger always do so in reverse sequence of connectin
4. MODEL 6065 12 VOLT PARALLEL CHARGER OPERATOR S MANUAL Be sure to read and understand these Instructions before using this unit Save these instructions This manual contains important safety operating and maintenance instructions INTRODUCTION Model 6065 battery charger is designed to charge one to ten 12 volt batteries in parallel The multiple charge rates allow batteries to be slow charged or fast charged at a rate not to exceed 30 amps output of the charger The voltmeter allows you to adjust the charge rate to compensate see charging instructions This unit is not intended to be used as a car starting unit The output leads are terminated in ring terminals and designed to be permanently attached to a parallel charging rack 1 DANGER RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES a Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation TI may be ignited by a spark or flame and burn back through the vent hole and explode inside the battery cell Such an explosion is because pieces of the battery and battery acid may cause great harm to anyone in the immediate area Battery acid will cause L skin and eyes if not immediately washed off with fresh water For this reason it is of utmost importance that each time before using your charger you read this manual and following instructions exactly b To reduce risk of battery explosion follow these instructions and those published by the b
5. attery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of battery Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine 2 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS a Always wear a face shield when working around lead acid batteries Avoid rubbing or touching eyes while working near batteries b Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine c Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes IF ACID ENTERS EYE immediately flood eyes with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately Never use eye drops or other medication unless ordered to by a doctor d NEVER charge a frozen battery e Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery f Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery It might spark or short circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion g Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery A lead a can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal causing a severe burn h Use charger for charging a LEAD ACID battery only It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in an application Do not use battery charger for charging dry cell batteries
6. ction on charging batteries for a complete description of the voltmeter and its use Switches The charger has two switches used to adjust the ouput voltage and current Moving the fine switch from La to Hi does not increase the charging voltage as much as moving the coarse switch from a low position to a higher position This design allows you to have 16 distinct charge rates TO CHARGE BATTERIES This charger is designed to charge all types of 12 volt automotive batteries The voltmeter scale is color coded to represent the three most common types of batteries The GREEN scale represents the proper voltages for CONVENTIONAL batteries The BLUE scale represents the proper charging voltages for RECOMBINATION batteries and LOW MAINTENANCE batteries The YELLOW scale represents the proper charging voltage for MAINTENANCE FREE batteries The RED scale areas indicate the charging voltage is too high and should be turned down If not turned down over charging can occur to the batteries A CONVENTIONAL battery is one that has accessible filler caps and the plates are lead antimony construction A RECOMBINATION battery is one that has no filler caps and no free electrolyte A LOW MAINTENANCE battery is one that has filler caps and the plates are a combination of lead antimony and lead calcium A MAINTENANCE FREE battery may or may not have filler caps and the plates are lead calcium If more than one type of battery is charged at one time use th
7. e lowest suggested settings To charge batteries overnight Adjust charging voltage to 3 4 1 volt less than the recommended highest voltage Do not exceed 30 amps As the batteries charge the charging current will decrease and the charging voltage increase The end of charge voltage should not exceed the maximum suggested value The charging voltage bands are intended to be guidelines to enable the operator to have a starting point to charge batteries The age of the batteries temperature and type of batteries will affect the charging cycle The best setting for your charging conditions will have to be determined by experience END OF CHARGE Discontinue charging when specific gravity reading does not change in 3 consecutive readings battery is freely gassing or when the electrolyte reaches 120 F If your battery is sealed and these determinations cannot be made see manufacturers instructions for charging WHITE POS OUTPUT RECTIFIER NEG OUTPUT MODEL 6065 PARTS LIST 605675 Switch w knob 1 610057 Handle Optional Accessory 605632 Ammeter 610253 Side Panels 1 Pr 610058 Voltmeter 610075 Top Panel 605206 A C Cord 610076 Base 605628 D C Cable Set 610081 Front Panel 610122 Rectifier Assembly 610082 Back Panel 610069 Circuit Breaker 610097 Transformer If you elect to order parts from the factory you may do so by mail or phone Minimum order from the factory is 25 00 Orders received that are under the minim
8. g procedure and break first connection while standing as far away from battery as practical g A marine boat battery must be removed and charged on shore To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use 9 GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Charger should be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock Charger is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances DANGER Never alter AC cord or plug provided if it will not fit outlet have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock The battery charger is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketch C may be used to connect this plug to a two pole receptacle as shown in sketch B until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician m oO GROUNDED OUTLET GROUNDING METHOOS ADAPTER DANGER Before using adapter as illustrated be certain that center screw of outlet plate is grounded The green colored rigid ear of lug extending from adapter must be connected to a properly grounded outlet make certain it is grounded If necessary replace ori
9. ginal outlet cover plate screw with a longer screw that will secure adapter ear to lug to outlet cover plate and make ground connection to grounded outlet MOUNTING The Battery Charger may be set on a table or a shelf Do not set charger on floor It should be mounted such that the air intake louvers are at least 18 from the floor Regardless of how t is placed the top and side louvers of the unit must not be blocked This is a convection cooled charger and blocking the louvers will damage the unit When locating the unit take into account the number of batteries to be recharged and location of the recharg ing racks Never place the charger such that battery acid or water may be spilled in the top of the unit Never place the unit directly over the batteries to be charged Fumes caused by gassing batteries wilt be drawn through the charger by convection and cause damage to the unit When connecting the charger to a charging rack always be sure the connections are made in the correct polarity The positive lead on the charger is marked with a red band PARALLEL CHARGING Connecting batteries in parallel see illustration allows a person to charge a number of batteries at one time using only one 12 volt charger The amount of charge being put in the batteries should not exceed the rating of the charger The amount of charge that each battery received will depend on the state of charge of the batteries on the rack condition of the batteries temperature
10. of the batteries and other factors Connecting discharged batteries to a rack of fully charged batteries will not cause the charged batteries to become discharged With a rack of batteries in various states of charge the most discharged battery will receive the largest amount of charge As it is charged up and becomes equal to another battery the two will charge equally and come up together see illustration PARALLEL CHARGING Dark area represents state of charge at Dark area represents state of charge at LATER DURING CHARGING END OF CHARGE 12 VOLT I Pee j VOLT a TO CHARGE 6 VOLT BATTERIES Six volt batteries must be charged 2 at a time The 6 volt batteries must be connected in series positive post of one battery to negative post of other battery and then the pair of batteries must be connected in parallel with the other batteries Never connect one six volt battery to the charger No other voltage battery may be charged with this charger CONTROLS Ammeter The ammeter shows the total amount of charge that is being received by the batteries The amount each battery will receive depends on several factors see parallel charging The charger s full output is 30 amps and that amount should never be exceeded Voltmeter The voltmeter shows the voltage at which the batteries are being charged The amount of voltage applied to a battery will determine the amount of current the battery will receive See se
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12. vice center Do not disassemble charger unless you are qualified to work on electrical products If not take it to a qualified service center when service or repair is required Incorrect assembly may result in risk of electrical shock or fire To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off controls will not reduce this risk 4 PREPARING TO CHARGE a When removing 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 b Be sure area around battery is welt ventilated while battery is being charged Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non metallic material as a fan c Clean battery terminals Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes d Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer This helps purge excessive gas from cells Do not overfill For a battery without cell caps carefully follow manufacturer s recharging instructions e Study all battery manufacturers specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rate of charge 5 CHARGER LOCATION Locate charger as far away from battery as DC cables permit Never place charger directly above battery being charged gases from battery will corrode and damage charger
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