MotoMaster Simple Series Battery Chargers
Model Numbers: 011-1963-6 (12 V 0.8 A), 011-1964-4 (12 V 3 A), 011-1965-2 (12 V 6 A), 011-1966-0 (12 V 10 A)
Introduction
The MotoMaster® Simple Series Battery Chargers feature advanced technology that makes battery charging faster, easier, and safer while helping to maximize the performance and life of your batteries. These battery chargers are designed for use on all types of 12-volt lead-acid batteries including Wet (flooded), Maintenance-free (MF), Calcium (Ca), Enhanced Flooded (EFB), Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM), and Gel. Simply choose the model—0.8A, 3A, 6A or 10A—most appropriate for the capacity of your battery, and the charger will take care of everything else. This manual will explain how to use the charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
Important Safety Instructions ?
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This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
- Read all instructions, warnings, and cautions printed on the battery charger, battery, and vehicle or equipment using the battery.
- DO NOT expose the charger to rain or snow.
- 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 persons.
- To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
- An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure:
- The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of the plug on the charger.
- The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
- The wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger, as specified in the chart on the following page.
- DO NOT operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug—replace the cord or plug immediately.
- DO NOT operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way—take it to a qualified serviceman.
- DO NOT disassemble the charger. Take it to a qualified service professional if service or repair is required. Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electric shock.
Risk of Explosive Gases ⚠️
Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. It is of utmost importance that you follow the instructions each time you use the charger.
To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
Personal Safety Instructions
- Consider having someone close by to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
- Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
- Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near the battery.
- 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.
- NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
- Take extra precautions to avoid dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It may spark or create a short circuit that can cause an explosion.
- 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.
- Use the charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use the 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.
- NEVER charge a frozen battery.
AC Electrical Connections
Plugging Charger In
Your charger requires a 120 V AC electrical wall outlet receptacle installed according to local codes and ordinances.
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An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure:
- The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of the plug on the charger.
- The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
- The wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger, as specified in the chart below:
Minimum Recommended Extension Cord
| Model no. | Length of Cord, Metres (Feet) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.6 (25) | 15.2 (50) | 30.5 (100) | 45.6 (150) | |
| 011-1963-6 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 16 |
| 011-1964-4 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 16 |
| 011-1965-2 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 14 |
| 011-1966-0 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 12 |
*AWG = American Wire Gauge
Preparing to Charge
- If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge, always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off so as not to cause an arc.
- Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.
- Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
- Add distilled water in each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve-regulated lead-acid batteries, carefully follow the manufacturer's recharging instructions.
- Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions while charging and follow recommended rates of charge.
- Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the car owner's manual and make sure that the output voltage selector switch is set at the correct voltage. If the charger has an adjustable charge rate, charge the battery initially at the lowest rate.
Charger Location
- Locate the charger as far away from the battery as DC cables permit.
- Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
- Never allow battery acid to drip on the charger when reading electrolyte specific gravity or filling the battery.
- Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.
- Do not set a battery on top of the charger.
DC Connection Precautions
- Connect and disconnect DC output clips only after removing the AC cord from the electric outlet.
- Never allow clips to touch each other.
- Attach clips to the battery and chassis as indicated in the "Connecting Your Battery" section.
Connecting Your Battery
When Battery is Installed in Vehicle
WARNING: A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
- Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.
- Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
- Check polarity of battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
- Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis.
- If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see "For negative-grounded vehicle". If the positive post is grounded to the chassis, see "For positive-grounded vehicle".
- For negative-grounded vehicle: Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the battery charger to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy-gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
- For positive-grounded vehicle: Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the battery charger to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of the battery. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy-gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
- When disconnecting the charger, turn switches to off, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clip from the vehicle chassis, and then remove the clip from the battery terminal.
When Battery is Outside Vehicle
WARNING: A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
- Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has a larger diameter than NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
- Attach at least a 24" (61 cm) 6-gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post.
- Connect the POSITIVE (RED) charger clip to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of the battery.
- Position yourself and the free end of the cable as far away from the battery as possible—then connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clip to the free end of the cable.
- Do not face the battery when making the final connection.
- When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse sequence of the connecting procedure and break the first connection while as far away from the battery as practical.
- A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment specially designed for marine use.
WARNING ⚠️ A SPARK NEAR A BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION! Battery chargers may get hot during operation. DO NOT set charger on flammable materials like carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc. Charger may damage leather and plastic.
Controls and Indicators
Model no. 011-1963-6 (12 V 0.8 A)
A. Charge Status/ Fault Indicator
This battery charger features a single LED to indicate charging status and faults:
| LED Status | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Green (flashing) | Charging |
| Green (solid) | Charged/Maintaining |
| Amber (solid) | Power ON but no battery detected. Check to ensure that clamp connections to the battery posts are clean and solid. If connections are good, the battery is severely discharged (<1.5 V) and may be unsafe to charge. The battery should be tested or replaced. |
| Red (flashing) | Fault /error. Charging aborted due to some abnormality detected such as a defective battery or short circuit (see Troubleshooting). |
| Red (solid) | Reverse polarity. Reverse clamp connections. |
Models 011-1964-4 (12 V 3 A), 011-1965-2 (12 V 6 A), 011-1966-0 (12 V 10 A)
A. Charge Status Indicator
The battery charger has an easy-to-follow 4-LED charge status indicator: 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%. This indicator provides an estimate of the battery's state of charge as charging progresses. During charging, the corresponding state of charge LED will be flashing. When the 100% LED lights solid (i.e., stops flashing), the battery is fully charged and the charger has entered the Maintain stage (see Understanding the Multi-stage Charging Process).
B. Fault/Error Indicator
The charger will continuously monitor charge progress and collect feedback from the battery during charging. In the event an abnormal condition is detected, charging will stop and an indicator will illuminate to indicate one of three possible error conditions:
| Indicator | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Amber (solid) | Power ON but no battery detected. Check to ensure that clamp connections to the battery posts are clean and solid. If connections are good, the battery is severely discharged (<1.5 V) and may be unsafe to charge. The battery should be tested or replaced. |
| Red (flashing) | Fault /error. Charging aborted due to some abnormality detected such as a defective battery or short circuit (see Troubleshooting). |
| Red (solid) | Reverse polarity. Reverse clamp connections. |
Charging Your Battery
Before charging, ensure that the charger you selected is appropriately rated for the battery you wish to charge or maintain as per the table below. Charging a battery at too high an amperage can cause overheating resulting in permanent damage to the battery or shortened life.
Ideal Battery Capacity Range
| Model | For Charging | For Maintaining |
|---|---|---|
| 011-1963-6 (12 V 0.8 A) | 5 to 20 Amp-hour | 5 to 200 Amp-hour |
| 011-1964-4 (12 V 3 A) | 10 to 60 Amp-hour | 10 to 400 Amp-hour |
| 011-1965-2 (12 V 6 A) | 20 to 120 Amp-hour | 20 to 400 Amp-hour |
| 011-1966-0 (12 V 10 A) | 30 to 200 Amp-hour | 30 to 400 Amp-hour |
Examples of Battery Sizes in Common Applications
| Battery Size | Common Applications |
|---|---|
| Small (10–25 Ah) | Motorcycle, scooter, ATV, personal watercraft, snowmobile. |
| Medium (30–50 Ah) | Compact car, mid-size sedan, compact SUV, riding mower, UTV. |
| Large (60–100 Ah) | Full-size car, large SUV, truck, boat, RV, farm tractor. |
| Extra large (100 Ah+) | Large marine, tractor trailer, bus, multiple batteries connected in a bank. |
For reference only. Please check the specifications listed on your battery or consult with the battery manufacturer.
Once you have confirmed that your battery charger model is appropriate for the battery you wish to use it on, you can begin charging.
- Connect the charger clamps (or ring terminals, if applicable) to the battery (following the steps outlined in "Connecting Your Battery").
- Plug the charger AC plug into an electrical outlet.
- The charger will automatically begin charging in about 5 seconds.
- Once the battery reaches full charge, the charger will automatically move into Maintain mode to keep your battery safely topped up without risk of overcharging.
- Stop charging at any time by disconnecting the charger AC plug from the electrical outlet.
Understanding Factors That Affect Charging Time
The time it takes to fully recharge a battery depends on several factors including:
- Battery Depth of Discharge: The greater the depth of discharge, the longer it will take to fully charge a battery. For example, a battery discharged to a level of 50% will take about twice as long to fully charge than a battery discharged only 25%.
- Battery Size: If charged at the same current, a larger (higher capacity) battery will require more time to fully charge than a smaller (lower capacity) battery. This difference can be overcome by charging larger batteries at a higher current.
- Battery Age and Condition: As a battery ages, its internal resistance will increase, impacting its ability to accept current. This effect is particularly noticeable in batteries that have not been well-maintained over their life.
- Battery Type: Some battery chemistries, such as AGM and gel, have lower internal resistance which means they can accept charge better without generating damaging heat. Such batteries can charge up to 2 times faster than traditional wet battery types.
- Charge Rate: The charge rate is measured in amperes (A). A battery charged at a lower rate will take longer to fully charge than a battery charged at a higher rate. This does not mean that one should always charge a battery at the highest ampere available as this can cause overheating and premature battery failure. A battery should be charged at a rate appropriate for its size—a good, safe rule of thumb is about 1/10th its Amp-hour capacity (e.g., 100 Ah battery x1/10=10 A).
- Cold Temperature: Cold temperatures slow down the chemical reaction that takes place inside a battery when it is charging. Charging a battery at a cold temperature can greatly increase the amount of time required to charge the battery. Ideal charging temperature is between 10 to 25°C (50 to 77°F).
Understanding the Multi-Stage Charging Process
The charging process involves several stages to optimize battery health and performance:
- STAGE 1 DESULPHATION*: Pulses of voltage and current help recover sulphated or deeply discharged batteries.
- STAGE 2 SOFT START* (excluding model no. 011-1963–6 (12 V 0.8 A)): Gently introduces current to condition deeply discharged batteries and prevent overheating that could damage the battery.
- STAGE 3 BULK: Charging with maximum current to bring the battery to about 80% capacity.
- STAGE 4 ABSORPTION: Charging with constant voltage while reducing current to safely bring the battery to 100% capacity. This stage is key to maximizing battery performance and battery life.
- STAGE 5 ANALYZE: Tests if the battery is holding charge.
- STAGE 6 MAINTAIN: Monitors battery voltage and provides top-up charging when necessary to keep the battery fully charged.
* If necessary
Maintenance and Care
- Wipe clean cords and clamps after each use.
- Store the power and output cables neatly to prevent damage.
- The charger housing may be cleaned using a damp cloth and mild cleaning agent.
- Always unplug the charger when not in use.
- Keep the charger stored in a cool, dry place.
Troubleshooting
| Condition | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| No LEDs illuminate when plugged into AC outlet | Loose connection at AC outlet No AC power at outlet | Check connection. Ensure power is present at AC outlet by plugging in a different appliance. |
| Amber (solid) fault LED is illuminated | Poor clamp connection to battery posts | Check clamp connection. Ensure battery posts are clean and rock clamps back and forth to ensure a good connection. |
| Battery voltage is too low (<1.5 V) to activate the charger | Check battery voltage with a volt meter. If less than 1.5 V, test or replace battery. (A battery discharged below 1.5 V is likely beyond salvage due to extreme sulphation or some other internal failure). | |
| Red (solid) fault LED is illuminated | Clamps are inversely connected to battery | Reverse clamp connections. |
| Red (flashing) fault LED is illuminated | Battery voltage is still less than 10 V after some time charging | The battery is defective. Test or replace the battery. |
| Battery has not reached full charge after 24 hours of charging | Remove any loads on the battery while charging and try charging again. | |
| The battery is defective. Test or replace the battery. | ||
| Charger current may be too low for the size (capacity) of the battery. Try charging the battery with a higher current charger. | ||
| Remove any loads on the battery while charging and try charging again. | ||
| Battery voltage is too high | Ensure the battery is 12 V, not 24 V. | |
| Overheat shutdown | Ensure ventilation to charger is not obstructed. Move charger to a cooler location. Charging will resume once charger cools down. |
Technical Specifications
| Model no. 011-1963-6 (12 V 0.8 A) | Model no. 011-1964-4 (12 V 3 A) | Model no. 011-1965-2 (12 V 6 A) | Model no. 011-1966-0 (12 V 10 A) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage AC | 120 V AC, 60 Hz | 120 V AC, 60 Hz | 120 V AC, 60 Hz | 120 V AC, 60 Hz |
| Working Voltage AC | 104-127 V AC, 60 Hz | 104-127 V AC, 60 Hz | 104-127 V AC, 60 Hz | 104-127 V AC, 60 Hz |
| Input Amps | 0.35 A (max) | 1.2 A (max) | 2.4 A (max) | 4 A (max) |
| Charging Voltage | 14.4 V DC | 14.4 V DC | 14.4 V DC | 14.4 V DC |
| Charging Current | 0.8 A | 3 A | 6 A | 10 A |
| Minimum Battery Voltage | 1.5 V | 1.5 V | 1.5 V | 1.5 V |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | -20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) | -20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) | -20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) | -20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) |
| Charger Type | 5-step, fully automatic | 6-step, fully automatic | 6-step, fully automatic | 6-step, fully automatic |
| Compatible Battery Voltage | 12 V (nominal) | 12 V (nominal) | 12 V (nominal) | 12 V (nominal) |
| Compatible Battery Types | All lead-acid (Wet, MF, Ca, AGM and Gel) | All lead-acid (Wet, MF, Ca, AGM and Gel) | All lead-acid (Wet, MF, Ca, AGM and Gel) | All lead-acid (Wet, MF, Ca, AGM and Gel) |
| Compatible Battery Capacities | Charging: 5 to 20 Amp-hour Maintenance: 5 to 200 Amp-hour | Charging: 10 to 60 Amp-hour Maintenance: 10 to 400 Amp-hour | Charging: 20 to 120 Amp-hour Maintenance: 20 to 400 Amp-hour | Charging: 30 to 200 Amp-hour Maintenance: 30 to 400 Amp-hour |
| Cooling | Natural convection | Natural convection | Natural convection | Internal fan |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 5 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 2 3/4" (13 x 10.5 x 7 cm) | 9 13/16 x 3 3/8 x 3 1/8" (25 x 8.5 x 8 cm) | 9 13/16 x 4 5/16 x 3 15/16" (25 x 11 x 10 cm) | 15 3/4 x 11 7/16 x 10 5/8" (40 x 29 x 27 cm) |
| Weight | 14 oz (0.4 kg) | 1 lb 3 oz (0.53 kg) | 1 lb 11 oz (0.76 kg) | 1 lb 12 oz (0.8 kg) |
Made in China
Imported by MotoMaster Canada, Toronto Canada M4S 2B8
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