Associated 6086 User Manual

OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

ASSOCIATED

BATTERY CHARGING RACK

ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT CORPORATION

MODEL 6086

5043 Farlin Avenue

Saint Louis, Missouri 63115

These instructions contain important safety and operating instructions on the Model 6086 charging
distribution rack.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! You may wish to refer to them at a later date.

SAFETY INFORMATION

DANGER - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during
normal operation. These gases may be ignited by spark or flame and burn back through the vent hole to
explode inside the battery cell. Such an explosion is dangerous because battery pieces and battery acid
may cause great harm to anyone in the immediate area. Battery acid will cause burns to the skin and
eyes if not immediately washed off with fresh water. For this reason it is of utmost importance that each
time you use this charger you follow the instructions in the owners' manual exactly.

1. Always wear a face shield when working around a lead acid battery. Avoid rubbing or touching eyes
while working near batteries.

2. Do not smoke, strike a match or cause a spark in the vicinity of a battery during charging.

3. Connect and disconnect battery leads only when Chargers supply cord is disconnected and al l
switches are in the off position.

4. Do not overcharge a battery - see Charger Instruction manual.

5. Use in a well ventilated area. Check local building codes for adequate ventilation.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

1. Wear a face shield and protective clothing while working near batteries. Have plenty of fresh water
and soap available for washing and rinsing areas of the skin which you may accidentally get acid on.
If acid touches your skin, wash immediately and rinse well. Do not hesitate to see a doctor if there is
any question in your mind about your well being.

2. Avoid touching your face and eyes with your hands. In the event acid enters the eyes, immediately
flood the eyes with clean running water and rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention as
soon as possible. Do not use eye drops or any medications unless instructed by a doctor.

3. Do not allow anyone to smoke, light cigars or cigarettes or have a flame in the vicinity of the batteries.
Do not allow an engine to be cranked or run in the vicinity.

4. Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery, it could explode.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS.

1. Always turn the battery charger off before connecting or disconnecting batteries from the rack.

2. Do not readjust the clamps on a battery while the charger is on. Turn charger off before adjusting.

3. Do not allow Positive (+) Red clamps to touch Negative (-) Black clamps. Use extreme caution while
making connections to the batteries.

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