MODEL 6068
ASSOCIATED
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Model 6068 Battery Charger is designed to charge 12 volt batteries in parallel. The multiple charge rates allow batteries to be slow charged or
fast charged at a rate not to exceed 110 amps output of the charger.
This unit is not intended as a car starting unit. The output leads are terminated in ring terminals designed to be permanently attached to a
parallel charging rack.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model 6068.
You may need to refer to these instructions at a later date.
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 property damage.
2.
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow if specifically warned on the unit not to do so.
3.
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.
4.
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 serviceman.
5.
Do not disassemble the charger unless you are qualified to work on electrical products. If not, take it to a qualified service technician when
service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire.
6.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect power to the charger at the disconnect box (user supplied) or at fuse panel before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.
7.
WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
a.
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR
CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
b.
To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products.
8.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
a.
Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
b.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
c.
Wear complete eye protection, and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
d.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enter eyes, immediately flood eyes with running
cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
e.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of the battery or engine.
f.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical
parts 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-acid
battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
h.
Use this 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 automotive application. Do not use this battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home
appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
i.
NEVER charge a frozen battery.
9.
PREPARING TO CHARGE
a.
When removing the battery from the vehicle to charge, always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first. Make sure all
accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.
b.
Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the 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 the 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 the battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas
from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow the manufacturer's recharging instructions.
e.
Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions such as removing or not removing the cell caps while charging and the
recommended rates of charge.
f.
Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner's manual and make sure that output voltage selector switch is set at correct
voltage. If charger has adjustable charge rate, charge battery initially at lowest rate.
10.
CHARGER LOCATION
a.
Place the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.
b.
Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
c.
Never allow battery acid to drop on the charger when reading the specific gravity or filling the battery,
d.
Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area, or restrict ventilation in any way.
e.
Do not set a battery on top of the charger.
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