Atec 6275 KWIKSTART User Manual

Model 6275 KWIKSTART

(12 Volt DC Portable Power Source)

USER’S MANUAL

This unit has a sealed lead acid battery that should be kept at full charge. Recharge when first
received, immediately after each use, and every three months if not used (this charger
contains a smart circuit which allows it to be left on charge continuously without damage).
Failure to do this may cause the battery life to be reduced greatly.

SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage: 12 VDC
Peak-Amp power: 12V-3400A
12V output and charging protected socket
Battery type: 2-12V/22AH 360CCA (12V 720 CCA)
Internal Charger: 12V / 1000mA
Booster cables: 2AWG with insulated clamps
Automatic charging circuit
Charging and Charged LED indicators
Multiple LED power level indicators

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains

important safety and operating instructions.

Contains sealed, non-spillable lead acid
battery. Must be disposed of properly.

2.

WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

a. Working in the 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 when
using the KWIKSTART, you read this manual and follow the
instructions exactly.

b. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and

those published by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any

Consumer: Retain these instructions for future use. Read all instructions carefully before using this KWIKSTART

(Portable Power Source).

equipment you intend to use in vicin
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.

P

ERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

3.
a. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to

come to your aid when you work

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.

If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately w

d. ith

soap and water. If acid
running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention

e. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery o

engine.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk

f. of dropping a metal tool onto

battery. It might spark or short circuit battery or other ele
part that may cause explosion.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,

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necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid ba
lead-acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enou
to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.

Use this KWIKSTART for charging or boosting a LEAD-ACID

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battery only. Do not use for charging dry-cell batteries that a
commonly used with home applia
burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
NEVER charge a frozen ba

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j. NEVER allow clamps to touch together or contact

of metal to prevent arcing.

4.

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PORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

a. attachment not recommended or sold by the

Use of an

manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.

b. When using the internal charger or DC power extension cord, pull

on the plug and NEVER ON THE WIRE when discon

c. Do not recharge the KWIKSTART with a damaged charger or DC

power extension cord. Replace th

d. The KWIKSTART may be u

snow, hot, or cold temperatures.

e. Do not submerge in water.

Do not operate with flammables such as gasoline etc…

f.

If the KWIKSTART receives a sharp blow or is otherwise

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damaged, in any way, have it checked by a qualified
person. If the KWIKSTART is leaking battery acid do not ship
Take it to the closest batte

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. Do not disassemble the KWIKSTART. Have it checked by a

qualified service person.

The KWIKSTART should never be left in a total discharged
any period of time. Damage to the battery could be permanent with
poor performance as a re
KWIKSTART’s internal charger connected to AC power or recharge
every three (3) months.

immediately.

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FEATURES

1. Provides plenty of power for starting vehicles. More than enough to
start most vehicles. May also be used in DEEP CYCLE
applications.

2. The KWIKSTART will power most 12 VDC accessories equipped
with a male cigar lighter plug. The DC outlet has automatic overload
protection.

3. Test switch and Multiple LED power level indicators. State of the art
charging circuit.

4. ON/OFF switch. When in the OFF position, no voltage will be
present at the clamps, reducing the chance of arcing.

INFORMATION TO USER

Changes or modifications by the user, that are not expressly approved
by the party responsible for radio frequency emmission levels from the
KWIKSTART, could cause an undesirable amount of radio frequency
energy to be emitted. Such action could void the user's authority to use
the KWIKSTART.

SAFETY FEATURES

1. Selector switch prevents accidental sparking of clamps.

2. Cable bracket hold the cables for clean storage. (No unsightly
dangling wires).

3. The KWIKSTART contains the latest technology with its 2 -12 volt
sealed non-spillable batteries. The KWIKSTART may be stored in
any position.

RECHARGING PROCEDURES

When new, your KWIKSTART should be charged for a minimum of 30
hours, unless the green High power level LED lights when the test
button is pressed. (See Figure 2)

Figure 2.
ON/OFF switch, test button, power level LED’s, internal charger plug

There are two ways to recharge the KWIKSTART. The

NOTE: first

method is automatic charging with the internal charger
(preferred). The second is through the DC power jack throu
the DC power extension cord. The second method is not
automatic and requires watching because
could be damaged due to overcharging.

USING THE INTERNAL CHARGER: The KWIKSTART is

1.
automatically charged using the internal charger. A two pin male
plug on the KWIKSTART’s control panel is connected throu
smart circuit board to the KWIKSTART making rechargin
automatic. Recharging takes approximately 24 hours.
Overcharging is not a problem when using the internal charger.
KWIKSTART’s internal charger can be left connected to an AC
power source indefinitely.
a. Turn the ON/OFF switch to OFF.
b. Connect an extension cord to the KWIKSTART’s male plug.

Plug the extension cord into a coc. rrectly wired AC receptacle (the
red CHARGING LED will light).
The battery will be fully charged when t

d. he red LED goes off and

the green CHARGED LED comes on.
If you are not going to need the KWIKSTART right away you ma

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leave the KWIKSTART’s internal charger connected to the AC
power source. We recommend that the KWIKSTART’s internal

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charger remain connected to an AC power source whenever the
KWIKSTART is not in use.

USING THE DC POWER EXTENSION CORD. Plug one end of the

2.
power extension cord into the KWIKSTART power receptacle and
the other end into a vehicle’s lighter outlet (vehicle’s engine should
be running first). Turn the ON/OFF switch to ON. Push t
button once every hour to check the power level. When the High
power level LED lights the battery is charged. DO NOT
OVERCHARGE! This is not an automatic method of charging the
KWIKSTART. Overcharging will damage your KWIKSTART.

OPERATING INSTRU

CTIONS

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USED AS A BATTERY CHARGER

The KWIKSTART is intended, primarily, to be used to start or restart a
vehicle when the battery in the vehicle has become run down to the
point tha
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battery.

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activate the cigar light socket.

2. Remove the power extension cord and start the car.

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USED AS AN E

NOTE: For optimum performance, do not store below 5
as a jump starter.

1. Turn ignition off be

2. Use in a well ventilated area.

3.

4. Clamp the positive (red +) clamp to the positive terminal on the

5. Clamp the negative (black –) clamp to t

6. Switch the ON/OFF switch to the ON.

7. Stay clear of batteries while jump starting.

8. Sta

NOTE:

9. When the vehicle is started, turn the selector switch to the OFF

10. Disconnect the negative (-) battery clamp from

11. Disconnect the positive (+) clamp.

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13. Recharge at earliest convenience.

t it will not start the vehicle without assistance. However, the

WIKSTART can also be used to restore some charge to the vehicle

. Plug the power extension cord from the KWIKSTART into the

vehicle’s cigar lighter outlet for 30 minutes.

OTE: Some vehicle’s ignition keys must be turned to accessory to

OTE: A defective battery may refuse to accept a charge from the

KWIKSTART.

MERGENCY JUMP STARTER

0°F when using

fore making cable connections.
SHIELD EYES.
weak battery (for negative ground system).
Make sure the cables are not in the path of

rt the vehicle (turn on the vehicle ignition).

If the vehicle does not start within 6 seconds, let the

KWIKSTART internal batte
attempting to start the vehicle again or damage to the
KWIK

START may occur.

position.

2. Return jumper cables to their stored position.

ry cool for 3 minutes before

he vehicle frame (ground).

moving belts or fan.

the vehicle frame.

USED AS AN ALTERNATIVE POWER SUPPLY FOR
VEHICLES

The KWIKSTART is an essential tool for all who replace automobile
batteries. Most vehicles have some type of electronic component with
memory, such as alarm systems, computers, radios, phones, etc…
and when the vehicle’s battery is replaced, memory is lost
th

e power extension cord is plugged from the KWIKSTART to the cigar

lighter outlet on the vehicle, the memories can be saved.
NOTE: Some vehicles may require the KWIKSTART to be connected

to the vehicle’
MS6209 memory saver may be purchased separately for these
applications.

s OBD2 connector to save all memory functions. The

. However, if

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