Guest 2608A-B-01 Trolling Charger Series User manual

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Trolling Charger Series
OWNER’S MANUAL
ON BOARD BATTERY CHARGERS
Models Amperage No. Of Banks Volts
2608A-B-01 6 Amps 1 Banks 12
See Connection diagrams for warnings.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the charger.
Read the entire manual before using. Also read all instructions and cautions for and
on the charger, batteries and equipment in the vicinity of the batteries.
1.INTRODUCING THE CHARGER
The Guest model 2608A-B-01 is designed to both recharge your batteries, and
extend your battery’s life in applications where it is stored for long periods of time.
The 2608A-B-01 is a “2-stage” electronic, completely automatic, lightweight, silent,
battery charger and produces 12 Volts DC at a full 6 Amps, while using much less AC
current than other charger types. Unlike automotive “trickle” chargers, the 2608A-B-
01 will not boil off the electrolytes in properly installed and maintained batteries.
When the charger is attached to your batteries and plugged into a standard 115 Volt /
60 Hz AC outlet, the red and green LED’s let you know the unit is recharging and
maintaining your batteries. This sophisticated device is ideal for recharging and
maintaining the 12VDC batteries in your boat, electric vehicle or cart, ATV,
snowmobile or motorcycle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNINGS
THIS CHARGER SHOULD BE USED TO CHARGE ONLY LEAD ACID OR GEL CELL
TYPE BATTERIES. USE ON OTHER BATTERY TYPES MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES! WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF LEAD ACID
BATTERIES IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL OPERATION. THEREFORE IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
EXACTLY.
Personal Safety Precautions
Adhere to the following personal safety precautions when installing or working with
the chargers:
1. Someone should be within voice range or close enough to come to your aid when
you work near a lead-acid battery.
2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin,
clothing, or eyes.
3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while
working near a battery.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash them immediately with soap and
water. If acid enters the eye, flood the eye with cold, running water for at least ten
minutes and get medical attention.
5. Never smoke or allow an open flame in the vicinity of the battery.
6. Do not drop a metal tool onto the battery. It may spark, short circuit the battery
and may cause an explosion.
7. Remove all personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches
when working near a lead-acid battery. A battery can produce short circuit
currents high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
Preparing to Charge Precautions
Before charging a battery with the charger, read the following precautions:
1. Do NOT operate the charger if the cables or an LED is damaged.
2. Make sure all accessories on the product you are charging are OFF .
3. If the battery or batteries must be removed from the product, always remove the
grounded terminal from the battery first.
4. Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being
charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away using a piece of cardboard or other
non-metallic material as a “hand fan”.
5. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with
eyes.

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6. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches levels specified by the
battery manufacturer, if applicable. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps,
carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
7. Never allow the ring terminals to touch each other.
8. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
AC Connection and Grounding Precautions
DANGER
DO NOT OPERATE THIS CHARGER WITH A TWO BLADED ADAPTER PLUG OR
EXTENSION CORD. DOING SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
AFTER SECURING THE BATTERY CONNECTIONS, PLUG THE AC LINE CORD INTO
AN AVAILABLE AC OUTLET THAT IS PROTECTED BY A GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT
INTERRUPTER (GFCI) BREAKER.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of shock, connect only to a properly grounded outlet.
NOTE: AC Line Cord color coding is EU style. Line = Brown, Neutral = Blue, Ground
= Green
2.INSTALLING THE CHARGER
Choosing Charging Location
The charger should have at least eight inches of unobstructed area on all sides of
the unit for effective cooling. The case of this charger will become warm during
operation. Because the charger is convection cooled (airflow over the back of the
charger), the optimum mounting position for the charger is vertical. Mounting on its
back on a horizontal surface may cause the charger to slightly reduce amperage
output due to the thermal protection built in. Do not install the charger on carpeted,
upholstered, or varnished surfaces.
Mounting the Charger
1. Use corrosion resistant ¼” dia. bolts, backed by a flat washer, and secured to the
mounting surface with a split-ring lock washer.
2. Hold the charger to the mounting surface and mark the holes.
3. Remove the charger and drill the mounting holes.
4. Align the charger and assemble the mounting hardware. Secure.
Making DC Connections
Check polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS., P, +) battery post usually
has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG., N, -) post. Connect Red charger
output wire to POSITIVE post, Black charger wire to NEGATIVE. See below diagrams
for more details.
Battery Size Recommendations
The recommended maximum battery size per 6 amp bank is 72AH.

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2608A-B-01 Connections
Model Output
Volts
Output
Amps Banks DC Cable Size
Size (inches)
L x W x H Input Volts Input Amps Max
2608A-B-01 12 6 1 4’ 3.5 x 6.4 x
2.25
120VAC
60Hz 2 Amps
Diagram 3. 2608A-B-01 (6 Amps) used with 1 12V Battery

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3.OPERATING THE CHARGER – 6 amp output
The LED Function Chart describes the charging process for any individual 6 Amp output.
Display Operating condition
When the red LED is on, it indicates that your battery is discharged and is
recharging at the "BULK" rate (stage 1). This charging rate is approximately 6
Amps.
While the red LED is on, the voltage measured (with the charger on) will be
11.5 to 13.6 Volts.
If the red LED stays on for more than 24 hours, refer to Problem 1 in the
troubleshooting section in this manual.
When both the green and the red LED’s are on, it is charging at the
"Finishing" rate. (stage 2). During this second charging stage, the charger
holds the battery voltage at approximately 14.6 VDC, and then gradually
reduces the amount of current (Amps) it delivers to the battery. By doing this,
the battery is able to “absorb” the last 10% of charge as quickly as possible
without becoming overheated.
If both lights stay on longer than 24 hours, refer to Problem 2 in the
troubleshooting section in this manual.
When the battery approaches full charge, the charger switches into its third
charging stage, gradually reducing the current fed to the batteries to as low as
0.1 Amps. At the same time, it reduces its output voltage to a “Float” or
“Ready” charging rate of 13.3 VDC, indicated by the green LED light. This low
“
Float” or “Maintenance” voltage gently “tops off” your batteries, keeping them
fully charged and ready until needed.
If the green LED stays on when your battery is known to be low, refer to
Problem 3 in the troubleshooting section in this manual.

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4. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
1. Red LED stays
on for more than
24 Hrs.
1. One or more defective or
damaged cells.
2. Charger has reduced its output
voltage below the normal level
due to a DC overload or a DC
short.
3. On-board DC systems are
drawing more current than the
charger can replace.
1. Load test the batteries and
replace if necessary.
2. Remove the source of the
overload or short. Disconnect
the charger’s black
(NEGATIVE) ring terminal from
the battery. Reapply AC power
and the green LED only should
now light.
3. Turn off all DC equipment while
charging.
2. The red and
green LED’s stay
on for more than
24 Hrs.
1. On-board DC systems are
drawing between 2.0-5.5A.
2. One or more defective or
damaged cells.
3. Extremely low AC voltage at the
battery charger.
1. Turn off all DC equipment while
charging.
2. Load test the batteries and
replace if necessary.
3. Apply a higher AC voltage
source or reduce the length of
the extension cord.
4. Check battery manufacturer’s
specs on battery charging.
3. Green LED stays
on when the
battery is known
to be low.
1. Open DC output fuse.
2. Faulty or contaminated terminal
connections.
3. One or more defective or
damaged cells.
1. Replace DC output fuse with a
10 amp fuse Bussmann (AGX-
10).
2. Clean and tighten or repair all
terminal connections.
3. Load test the batteries and
replace if necessary.
3. Neither of the
LED’s turn on
when the AC
power is applied.
1. No AC power available at the
charger
2. Component failure
1. Connect AC power or reset the
AC breaker on the main panel
2. Return charger to the Guest
Service Dept.

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5. MAINTAINING THE CHARGER
Periodically clean both battery terminals with baking soda and tighten all
connections. No other maintenance on the charger is required.
6. SPECIFICATIONS
Model Output
Volts
Output
Amps Banks DC Cable Size
Size (inches)
D x W x H Input Volts Input Amps Max
2608A-B-
01 12 6 1 4’ 2.25 x 6.4 x 3.5
120VAC
60Hz 2 Amps
FCC Class B EMC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to case harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning this equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
---Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
---Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
---Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, The Guest Co. will, at its discretion, repair or
replace for the original consumer, free of charge, any parts found defective in material or
workmanship.
This product is guaranteed for life against water damage.
Proof of purchase is required: A computerized register receipt is required. Hand-written
receipts are not accepted for warranty proof of purchase.
There is no other expressed warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year from the date of purchase. This is
the exclusive remedy and consequential damages are excluded where permitted by law.