Associated Equipment 6080A user manual

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ASSOCIATED
MODEL 6080A
1-36 CELL SERIES 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
The Model 6080 is a battery charger designed to charge batteries in series. It will charge 1 to 36 battery cells (2 to 106 volts) at a charge rate not to
exceed 6 amps.
It will charge "standard lead-acid," "recombination" and "maintenance-f

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Do not disassemble the charger unless you are qualified to work on electrical products. If not, take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from the 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

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to a two-pole receptacle, as shown in sketch B, until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. 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 original outlet cover plate screw with a longer screw that will secure adapter ear lug to outlet cover plate a

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Remove battery when it becomes fully charged Charger output voltage must be turned down after battery is removed At finish of charge, turn main power switch "Off" to conserve energy When a battery is fully charged, it must be removed from the charging circuit. If it is not, it may be damaged by over charging. END OF CHARGE: Discontinue charge when three successive hydrometer readings taken at half hour intervals fail to show an increase in specific gravity, or when battery begins to gas excessi

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Parts may be purchased from your local authorized service depot listed in the Service Procedure Manual supplied with your product. 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 minimum will not be processed. Taxes and freight are extra and are not considered to be part of the dollar value of the order. We Do Not have a C.O.D. policy. Cashiers check, money order, Master Card or Visa Ca