Associated 6006AGM User manual

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MODEL 6006AGM
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Danger: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice: Indicates information considered important but not hazard related.
WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the battery charger model
6006AGM. You may need to refer to these instructions later.
2. 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.
3. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow if specifically warned on the unit not to do so.
4. 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.
5. To reduce the risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
6. Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
7. An extension cord should not be used unless necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If
an extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That the pins on the plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of the plug on the charger;
b. That the extension cord is properly wired and in good condition; and
c. If the length of the extension cord is less than 25 feet, use a 14AWG cord, If 50 feet- 12AWG, 100 feet-10AWG, 150 feet-8AWG.
8. Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug, replace them immediately.
9. 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 service
facility.
10. Do not disassemble the charger, take it to a qualified service facility when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in risk
of electric shock or fire.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off the controls
will not reduce this risk.
12. 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 and on the engine.
13. 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.
14. PREPARING TO CHARGE
a. If it is necessary to remove battery from 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
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f. Determine voltage of the battery by referring to the car owner's manual and make sure that the output voltage selector switch is set at the
correct voltage. If the charger has adjustable charge rate, charge the battery initially at the lowest rate.
15. CHARGER LOCATION
a. Locate 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 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.
16. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
a. Connect and disconnect the DC output clamps only after setting the charger switches to the OFF position and removing the AC cord from the
electric outlet. Never allow the clamps to touch each other.
b. Attach the DC clamps to the battery post and twist or rock back and forth several times to make a good connection. This tends to keep the
clamps from slipping off the terminals and helps to reduce the risk of sparking.
17. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY:
a. Position the AC and DC cords to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door, or moving engine parts.
b. Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
c. Check the polarity of the battery post. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -)
post.
d. Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most
vehicles), see item (e). If the positive post is grounded to the chassis, see item (f).
e. For negative-grounded vehicles, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp from the battery charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded
post of the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the vehicle chassis, heavy gauge metal part of the frame, or engine block,
away from the battery. Do not connect to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts.
f. For positive-grounded vehicles, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded
post of the battery. Attach the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the
clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts.
g. When disconnecting the charger, turn the switches to OFF, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clamp from the vehicle chassis, and then
remove the clamp from the battery terminal.
h. See the operating instructions for length of charge information.
18. FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN THE BATTERY IS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY
MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK
NEAR THE BATTERY:
a. Check the polarity of the battery post. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) usually has a larger diameter than
the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
b. Attach at least a 24-inch-long 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -)
battery post.
c. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clamp to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
d. Position yourself and the free end of the cable as far away from the battery as possible, then connect
the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of cable.
e. Do not face the battery when making the final connection.
f. When disconnecting the charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure, and break the first connection while standing
as far away from the 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.
19. GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD
CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
The charger should be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This 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 the AC cord or plug provided - if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection can result in a risk of an electric shock. This
battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in FIGURE (A). A
temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in FIGURE (C), may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle, as
shown in FIGURE (B), until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
DANGER.Before using an adapter as illustrated, be certain that the center screw of the outlet plate is grounded. The green-colored
rigid ear or lug extending from the adapter must be connected to a properly grounded outlet - make certain it is grounded. If necessary,
replace the original outlet cover plate screw with a longer screw that will secure the adapter ear or lug to the outlet cover plate and make
ground connection to grounded outlet.
NOTICE: USE OF AN ADAPTER IS NOT ALLOWED IN CANADA. IF A GROUNDING TYPE RECEPTACLE IS NOT AVAILABLE, DO
NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE UNTIL THE PROPER OUTLET IS INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
GROUNDED
OUTLET
GROUNDING METHODS
GROUNDING
MEANS
ADAPTER
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
(A) (B)
(C)
ADAPTER

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20. NOTICE: SIDE TERMINAL TO BE USED IN POSITIVE CLAMP ONLY! For instructions for NEGATIVE clamp attachment refer to section
17e or 17f.
Storage position
Will not get lost. Always ready to use. Extended position Note: Pressure, when handle is
squeezed, holds adapter firm. Will not
slip back.
Thrust on terminal
Note: Clamp is released, and spring
tension holds adapter firm.
21. LENGTH OF CHARGE
a. Test the battery for state of charge. Do not charge if it is over 75% charged or the battery is determined to be defective.
b. Set beginning amps charge rate for size of battery and state of charge per charts.
c. Charge for length of time per charge.
d. Discontinue charge when the specific gravity of electrolyte reaches 1.260 or above. A temperature compensating hydrometer should be
used for this reading. Discontinue charge if the battery begins to gas excessively or if the temperature of the electrolyte reaches
approximately 125F. Do not overcharge batteries. Overcharging results in excessive water loss and eventual damage to the battery.
22. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Attach the handle to the charger using the four screws provided.
23. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION - This battery charger must be fully assembled before operating. Failure to do so may result in risk
of injury.
USE OF INSTRUMENT PANEL:
The CHARGE TIME timer has an OFF position, a CONTINUOUS CHARGE position and a timed charge range
from 0 to 120 minutes.
a. OFF - Always make sure the timer is in the OFF position before connecting or disconnecting the clamps from
the battery. The charger will not charge with the timer in this position.
b. CONTINUOUS CHARGE - This position is used for slow charging or parallel charging and will not turn the
charger off. Do not use this position for fast charging.
c. 0 to 120 MINUTES TIMED CHARGE - The timer will automatically turn the charger off at the end of the pre-set
charging time. Turn the timer past 20 before setting the desired time.
TO CHARGE BATTERIES
a. Make connections to the battery per the instructions in previous sections of this manual.
b. Determine if the battery is 6, 12 or 24 volts and then set the CHARGE VOLTAGE switch to 6V for a 6-volt battery, 12V for a 12-volt battery or
24V for a 24-volt battery.
c. Turn the timer on and read the AMPERES meter.
d. If a higher rate of charge is desired for charging 12-volt batteries, set the CHARGE VOLTAGE switch to the 12V HI position.
e. Set the timer to the desired minutes charge.
f. Length of charge should be per the above chart and instructions.
g. DO NOT USE THE 12V START POSITION TO CHARGE BATTERIES.
NOTICE:If charging an AGM battery, set charger on the 12V AGM SAFE setting, if charging with a different setting the charge should be
terminated between 14.7V to 15.0V, always follow battery manufacture instructions.
<1.110
23.8
11.9
5.95
1.140
24.2
12.1
6.05
1.185
24.8
12.4
6.2
1.225
25%50%75% DEAD
OpenCircuitVoltage-24V.
OpenCircuitVoltage-12V.
OpenCircuitVoltage-6V.
SpecificGravity
STATEOFCHARGE
STATEOFCHARGETABLE
ColdCrankingAmps
ReserveCapacity
AmpereHours
BATTERYSIZE
<75
<130
<800
>75
<40
<85
<500
BATTERYSIZETABLE
LARGE
MEDIUM
SMALL
BATTERYSIZE %CHARGE
303035
454550
202025
303540
55
1520
15
25
20
35
55
15
25
45
10
20
25
30
50
70
20
40
60
15
25
35
80
NA
NA
40
60
80
30
40
50
10
20 15 15
10
10
15 10 10
15 30 45 60 75 90
MINUTES
A
M
P
E
R
E
S
SMALL CHARGERATEVs.MINUTESCHARGE
25-50
50-75
50-75
25-50
0-25
50-75
25-50
0-250-25
25-50
50-75
0-25
25-50
50-75
50-75
25-50
0-25
MEDIUM LARGE
>130
>800
<5.9
<11.8
<23.6
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12V CRANKING ASSIST
a. Turn off all the lights and accessories in the stalled vehicle.
b. Connect the charger to the battery per previous instructions.
c. Set the CHARGE VOLTAGE switch to the 12HI position.
d. Charge the battery on 12HI for at least five minutes. Make sure the battery is accepting current before setting charger to 12V START.
e. Set the switch in the 12V START position. Start the vehicle with the charger connected to the battery.
f. NOTE: Do not crank the engine more than 20 seconds in any five-minute period; excessive cranking may overheat and damage the starter.
g. DO NOT USE THE 12V START POSITION TO CHARGE BATTERIES.
h. If the vehicle fails to start, return the CHARGE VOLTAGE switch to the 12HI position.
i. While waiting for the starter to cool, allow the charger to continue to charge the battery.
j. Turn the timer to the OFF position before disconnecting the clamps.
DIESEL VEHICLES
Diesel engines have special starting requirements due to the high compression required to ignite the fuel mixture. Because of this, the starter
motor must work harder which requires the battery to deliver a large amount of power for a period of time. Adequate voltage must be supplied
also to ensure the glow plug will have enough power to preheat the chamber. When attempting to start a diesel vehicle, always fast charge the
battery at least five minutes. If time permits, charge the battery for as long as possible or until the battery reaches 75% state of charge. Make
sure the battery is accepting current before setting charger to 12V START. With the charger "ON" and attached to the battery, attempt to start
the vehicle. Do not crank the engine more than 20 seconds in a five-minute period. While allowing the starter to cool, allow the charger to
continue to charge the battery. If the vehicle has two batteries installed, read the "VEHICLES WITH TWO BATTERIES" section of this manual.
VEHICLES WITH TWO BATTERIES
Many diesel vehicles and service vehicles are equipped with two batteries. This is to provide the vehicle with greater starting power capacity or
longer reserve capacity to provide power for accessories. These batteries are wired into a parallel circuit. Because of this, it will take twice as
long to charge these batteries as indicated in the LENGTH OF CHARGE table. If one battery is charged and the other discharged, the
discharged battery should be removed from the vehicle and checked. When attaching the charger to this type of vehicle the charger should be
attached to the battery which is wired closest to the starter. This allows the charger to provide maximum starting power to the starter motor by
minimizing the voltage drop in the engine cables.
PARALLEL CHARGING
This charger may be used to parallel charge up to 10 batteries with a bus bar kit, or by using a minimum 6AWG gauge booster cables to
connect the batteries together in parallel.
CAUTION: Do not connect 6- and 12-volt batteries in parallel with each other.
CHARGING SULFATED BATTERIES
If your battery has sat in the discharged state for an extended period, it can become SULFATED. This usually is seen as a white deposit near
the top of the battery. The sulfate is formed when a battery with low water levels remains discharged for an extended time. Sulfated batteries
exhibit the characteristic of accepting no charge regardless of the rate of charge.
The charging method is two-staged. The first stage of attempting to break down the sulfation to allow the battery to accept a charge must be
closely watched to avoid excessive charge rates as the battery begins to charge and overheat. The second stage is a slow charging to restore
the battery to full charge.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS IN YOUR INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE
SULFATED BATTERIES. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
To recharge a sulfated battery:
1. Attach the battery clamps as described in the instruction manual.
2. Always use the charger’s lowest rate when turning the charger on. Set the charger to the charger’s highest rate for the voltage of the battery
being charged.
CAUTION: NEVER CHARGE A BATTERY AT VOLTAGE RATES ABOVE THAT OF THE BATTERY.
3. The battery will show little or no amperage at the start of the charging process. This will continue until the sulfation begins to break down.
CAUTION: AS THE SULFATION BREAKS DOWN, THE AMPERAGE MAY RAPIDLY RISE. CONSTANT ATTENTION MUST BE
OBSERVED TO PREVENT SERIOUS OVERHEATING OF THE BATTERY.
4. Lower the charge rate to the lowest rate for the voltage of battery being charged.
5. Charge the battery at this low rate until the electrolyte reaches the fully charged state as described in the tables in your instruction manual.
This may take as long as two or three days.
NOTICE: SOME BATTERIES MAY BE SO BADLY SULFATED THEY CAN NOT BE RESTORED TO A NORMAL OPERATING
CONDITION, REGARDLESS OF THE RATE OF CHARGE OR THE LENGTH OF TIME THE CHARGE IS APPLIED. IF THE BATTERY
CANNOT BE RESTORED TO A FULLY CHARGED CONDITION BY A SLOW CHARGING, IT SHOULD BE REPLACED.

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24.MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Worn clamps and jaws should be replaced. Worn parts can lead to poor connections and present a safety hazard. See parts list for part
number of jaw and clamp kits. Any Maintenance or repair of this unit that involves disassembly of the cabinet should be done only by a
qualified service facility. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock when the unit is subsequently used.
PRODUCT WARRANTY
Associated Equipment Corp. warrants only to the original End User/Purchaser that under normal use, care and service, the Equipment (except as
otherwise provided herein) shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period of 2 (TWO) YEARS PARTS AND
LABOR, 5 (FIVE) YEARS TRANSFORMER AND RECTIFIER (PARTS ONLY AFTER 2ND YEAR). All Warranty Periods are from the date of
original invoice/purchase (dated sales receipt required). The Associated Equipment Warranty is NOT extended to products, which in Associated
Equipment’s sole judgement, have been misused, abused or modified from their original state.
ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE LIMITED SOLELY TO THE REPAIR OR, AT SELLER'S OPTION,
REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT OR PARTS WHICH TO SELLER'S SATISFACTION ARE DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE AND WHICH
ARE NECESSARY, IN SELLER'S JUDGEMENT, TO RETURN THE EQUIPMENT TO GOOD OPERATING CONDITION. NO OTHER
WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.
SERVICE CENTERS: For a complete listing of authorized service centers, contact Customer Service or consult the online listing
at www.associatedequip.com. While most products may be serviced by Associated Equipment's authorized service centers, some
products may only be serviced by the factory; contact Customer Service or see the online list.
MERCHANDISE RETURN ADDRESS 5043 FARLIN AVE. ST. LOUIS, MO 63115 ATTN: REPAIR DEPARTMENT
WIRING DIAGRAM
MODEL 6006AGM PARTS LIST
Item Description Part No.
1 Front leg ....................................................................605671
2 Wheels w/nuts...........................................................605672
3 Axle w/nuts................................................................610052
4 Transformer...............................................................610862
5 Rectifier .....................................................................610850
6 Fan Blade..................................................................610189
7 Fan Motor..................................................................610190
8 Timer..........................................................................611245
9 Ammeter....................................................................605204
10 DC Circuit Breaker ...................................................610536
11 DC Cable set.............................................................611084
12 Handle.......................................................................605213
13 AC Cord.....................................................................611248
14 Switch w/knob ...........................................................611083
15 Clamps (1pair, includes jaws).......................................6202
16 Jaw Kit (repairs 1 clamp) ..........................................610970
17 Pointer Knob..............................................................603147
18 AC Circuit Breaker ....................................................610397
19 Circuit Board, AGM...................................................611476
20 Clamp Bar..................................................................610517
Associated Equipment Corp. | 5043 Farlin Ave. | St. Louis MO 63115 | Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone] | www.associatedequip.com
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