Quick Charge QPA12v User Manual

Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of an

INTRODUCTION:

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INITIAL INSTALLATION:

Before making AC connections, refer to the AC requirements labeled on the charger ID tag. If your charger i
not equipped with an AC plug, for example, a 220 volt charger

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:

This battery charger must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock. If the charger is equipped with a
grounding type plug, it must be plugged into a nominal 115 volt, 60 Hertz circuit. If the charger is supplied with
no plug, have a qualified service person install one.

group charging starting batteries, gel batteries, AGM batt

parallel. Current is adjustable

CAUTION:

WARNING:
electric shock.

O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S

To reduce the risk of fire, use this charger only on circuits provided with a maximum of 20

ampere branch circuit protection (circuit breaker or fuse), In accordance with the

Electric

OUTLET OR ATTEMPT TO BREAK OFF THE GROUND PRONG FOR USE ON

A RECEPTACLE OR EXTINSION CORD NOT HAVING A

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and all local codes and ordinances.

QPA12v/50A Parallel Charger

from 1 to 50 amps. Voltage

DO NOT USE THIS CHARGER ON A TWO POLE UNGROUNDED

from 13.0

, have a qualified electrician install one.

eries, and wet cell deep cycles

- 16.0.

GROUND.

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The use of an extension cord with this charger should be avoided. The use of an improper extension cord could
result in a risk of a fire or electric shock. If an extension co
Use a three conductor cord no smaller than 14 AWG. And keep it as short as possible. Locate all cords so that
they will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Do not operate this charger if it shows any signs of physical damage.

PROPER CARE AND USE OF BATTERIES:

CAUTION:

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Always wear protective eye shields and clothing when w
contain acids which can cause bodily harm. Do not put wrenches or other metal objects

across the battery terminal or battery top. Arcing or explosion of the battery can result. Do
not wear jewelry when working around batteries. Arcing can cause sever burns.

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New batteries will not deliver thei

The tops of the batteries and battery hold downs must be kept clean and dry at all times to prevent excessive self
discharge and flow of current between the battery post and frame.

Maintain the proper electr
below the top of the battery plates. Electrolyte levels fall during discharge and rise during charging. Therefore,
to prevent the overflow of electrolyte when charging, add water ONLY AFTER the batteries have been fully
charged DO NOT OVERFILL. Old batteries require more frequent additions of water than do new batteries.

Do not over discharge the batteries. Excessive discharge can cause polarity reversal of individual ce
in complete battery failure.

Provide adequate ventilation for the batteries and charger. Do not obstruct the flow of cooling air around the
charger. Provide at least 1" of space around charger. Do not allow clothing, blankets or other mat
the charger.

WARNING:

CAUTION:

Chargers can ignite flammable materials and vapors. Do not use near fuels, grain, dust,

Before connecting the charger to the batteries, make sure the battery pack is of the same

voltage rating of the charger.

Below is an illustration of Parallel and Series

olyte level by adding water when necessary. Never allow the electrolyte level to fall

solvents, or other flammables.

r full performance until after several cycles.

battery packs.

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erial to cover

WARNING:

DO NOT USE THIS CHARGER IF:

The DC ou
are cut or have exposed wires; The DC output leads, clamps, or

Using this charger with any of the above symptoms could result in a f
Have a qualified service person make the necessary repairs. Repairs should not be made by people who are not
qualified.

tput connector,

Make sure the DC output leads, terminals or connector are all in good

(if equipped)

is loose or does not make good contact; Is cracked or broken; The leads

connector feel hot when used.

ire, property damage, or personal injury.

working condition.