Moroso 74016 Owner's Manual

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BATTERY CHARGER BATTERY CHARGER
OWNER’S MANUAL OWNER’S MANUAL

POWER CHARGER Part # 74016 POWER CHARGER Part # 74016
12-16 volt Amp 12-16 volt Amp

----CAUTION---- ----CAUTION----

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY FOR READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY FOR

RULES OF SAFE OPERATION AND RULES OF SAFE OPERATION AND
PROPER USE OF THIS CHARGER PROPER USE OF THIS CHARGER

***SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS***

CAUTION DO NOT USE WITH LITHIUM BATTERIES ! CAUTION DO NOT USE WITH LITHIUM BATTERIES !

DO NOT SHUT OFF GENERATOR BEFORE CHARGER. DO NOT SHUT OFF GENERATOR BEFORE CHARGER.

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR GENERATORS LESS THAN NOT RECOMMENDED FOR GENERATORS LESS THAN
1200 WATTS. 1200 WATTS.

STANDARD FEATURES STANDARD FEATURES

♦ BATTERY TYPE SWITCH (BTS) ♦ BATTERY TYPE SWITCH (BTS)

HIGH ENERGY RETURN, FAST CHARGING ♦ HIGH ENERGY RETURN, FAST CHARGING

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♦ CONSTANT CURRENT FIRST STAGE ♦ CONSTANT CURRENT FIRST STAGE
♦ DUAL VOLTAGE LIMIT (CYCLIC/ STANDBY) ♦ DUAL VOLTAGE LIMIT (CYCLIC/ STANDBY)
♦ AUTOMATIC SAFTEY OVERRIDE TIMER ♦ AUTOMATIC SAFTEY OVERRIDE TIMER
♦ START DELAY ON BATTERY CONNECT ♦ START DELAY ON BATTERY CONNECT
♦ SHORT AND REV. CONNECTION SHUTDOWN ♦ SHORT AND REV. CONNECTION SHUTDOWN
♦ RUGGED SCR PHASE CONTROL ♦ RUGGED SCR PHASE CONTROL
♦ MAINS ZERO-CROSSING BATTERY SENSING ♦ MAINS ZERO-CROSSING BATTERY SENSING

For Technical Assistance, Call Moroso’s Tech Line at

[phone], 458-0546 8:30am – 5:00pm Eastern Time

***SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS***

MOROSO PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC

80 CARTER DR

Rev. C
090612

Phone:

203) 45

i s i t U s A t w w w . m o r o s o . c o m

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GUILFORD, CT 06437

6571

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Fax: (203) 45

6906

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Installation Instructions Cont. Page 2 of 17 Installation Instructions Cont. Page 2 of 17

POWER CHARGER POWER CHARGER
12 & 16 VOLT 12 & 16 VOLT
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS

POWER CHARGER

P/N 74016
INPUT: 117 Volts AC 60Hz, 720 VA 7amps
OUTPUT: 12 or 16 Volts DC, 30 Amps

Full Wave Phase Controlled Rectification

CONTROL:

Voltage limit:
Normal Mode 2.42 V/Cell
Gel-Cell Mode 2.33 V/Cell
Liquid Electrolyte Mode 2.62 V/Cell
Current limited to AMP rating MEAN DC.
Automatic timer starts when first stage voltage limit reached.
Proportional CV stage timer - t/2+1 hour.
Constant voltage 2.3 V/Cell after timeout, with
Temperature Compensation.

PROTECTION:
Electronic reverse polarity. Short circuit shutdown
and current limit.
Manual Reset Circuit Breaker

BATTERY TYPE & RATING
This charger is for use with Lead Acid Batteries of
Minimum capacity 50 AH, Gel Cell, Absorbed
Electrolyte or Liquid Electrolyte types by using the
BTS (Battery Type Switch) (See Page 14-16 BTS)

DIMENSIONS: (Inches) (Wall & Table Mounting)

12.0” LONG, 7.0” WIDE, 7.0” HIGH

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-- This manual contains
important safety and operating instructions.

2. Before using this battery charger, read all instructions and
cautionary markings on (1) the battery charger, (2) the
battery, (3) product using the battery.

3. CAUTION--To reduce risk of injury, charge only lead acid,
maintenance free or flooded lead acid type rechargable
batteries. Other types of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.

4. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

5. 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 person.

6. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by
plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

7. Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result
in risk of fire and electrical shock. If an extension cord
must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of the 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
electrical condition

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c. That the wire size is large enough for the A/C ampere
rating of the charger as specified in the table below:
LENGTH OF CORD (FEET) 25 50 100 150
AWG WIRE SIZE 18 18 16 14

9. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug.

REPLACE THEM IMMEDIATELY.

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10. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,

been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; return it to
a qualified service source.

11. Do not disassemble charger; Take it to a qualified service

source when repair or service is required. Incorrect

reassembly may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire.

12. To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug charger from

outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

1. WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES
DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS
REASON, IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH
TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS

MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

2. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these directions and
those published by the battery manufacturer and the manuf.
of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the battery.
Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

1. Someone should be within range of your voice 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 battery.

4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with
soap and water. If acid enters eyes, immediately flood eyes
with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.

5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of
battery or engine.

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6. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto
battery. It might spark or short circuit battery or other electrical
part that may cause explosion.

7. 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.

8. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID BATTERY ONLY. Do
not use 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.

9. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
PREPARING TO CHARGE

1. If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always
remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all
accessories in vehicle are off so as not to cause an arc.

2. Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is
being charged. Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a
piece of cardboard or other nonmetallic material as a fan.

3. Clean all battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from
coming in contact with eyes.

4. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level
specified by battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive
gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps,
carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.

5. Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions such as
removing or not removing cell caps while charging and
recommended rates of charge.

6. Determine voltage of battery by referring to car or equipment
owner's manual and make sure it matches output rating of
battery charger.

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VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
WARNING: The front panel switch has two settings, marked

12V and 16V, with OFF in the center.
The switch must be set to 12 Volts when charging 12 Volt
(SIX CELL) batteries.
The switch must be set to 16 Volts ONLY when charging
16 Volt (EIGHT CELL) batteries.
Sixteen Volt (Eight Cell) batteries are special high performance
batteries used in racing applications only, which need a higher
voltage recharge. They are identified as 16 Volts on the battery
label, and have eight cell caps on top of the battery.

Some 16 Volt batteries have a third 12 Volt post. Setting the
charger to 16 Volts, when connected to the “12-Volt Post”
on a three terminal 16 Volt battery, will apply excessive
voltage to the battery cells and to the vehicle electrical
system, and may result in emission of explosive gases,
overheating and damage to the vehicle electrical system.
Damage caused by incorrect setting of the Voltage is not
covered under the warranty, so check which type of battery
is connected before using the charger. If in any doubt, use
only the 12 Volt setting.

CHARGER LOCATION

1. Locate charger as far away from battery as charging cables
will permit.

2. Never place charger above battery being charged; gases
from battery will corrode and damage charger.

3. Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading
specific gravity or filling battery.

4. Do not operate charger in a closed-in area or restrict
ventilation in any way.

5. Do not set a battery on top of charger.