ENDURA EC6M CHARGERS Table of Contents Topic Page Introduction Important (read before use) Caution (read before use) EC6M Features Accessories For In-Vehicle Use Replacing A Charging Pod Charging A Battery Fault Conditions & Advisements Warranty And Service Specifications EC6M Accessories...
Thank you for purchasing an Endura™ EC6M charger. This User Manual covers two models: EC6M and EC6M-V2. Both models are designed for desktop use, but may also be installed in a vehicle with available accessories. The EC6M is compatible with nearly all Endura TWP charging pods and for those pods that are not compatible, the model EC6M-V2 is available.
If you wish to replace the charging pod in the future, check the model number on the product label (EC6M or EC6M-V2) to ensure the replacement pod selected is compatible with your model. For a complete list of charging pods available or to confirm pod compatibility, contact a Power Products dealer, visit www.powerproducts.com,...
Caution Based on the pod selected, EC6M can charge Li-Ion / LiPo / NiMH / NiCd batteries. If the pod is marked for Li-Ion / LiPo only, do not attempt to charge NiMH / NiCd batteries. If the pod is marked for NiMH / NiCd only, do not attempt to charge Li- Ion / LiPo batteries.
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Caution (continued) Do not remove the charger’s housing or make any modification to the charger. Use only the power supply or DC power accessories specified for EC6M. If a replacement is required, see section EC6M Accessories. Use of other power supplies or DC power accessories may damage the charger or batteries you may be attempting to charge.
EC6M Features DC power connection port. Charge status LED – shown for one Power on / off switch. position only. DC power connection port – for AC to Status LED information – also see bottom DC power supply or TWC6M-VPA. label.
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EC6M Features (continued) AC to DC power supply (TWC6M-PS). DC power plug – connects to charger. 10. Power cord to connect power supply to AC outlet.
Accessories For In-Vehicle Use The items below are available for EC6M and allow the charger to be used in a vehicle. Mounting bracket with integrated tie-down straps and fasteners (EC6M-MB). Vehicle power adapter (TWC6M-VPA).
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Accessories For In-Vehicle Installation (continued) Hardwire kit (TWC6M-HW). Vibration tolerant DC power connection port for TWC6M-HW.
Follow these steps to change the charging pod: Obtain a charging pod made specifically for EC6M or EC6M-V2. Confirm that the charging pod is compatible with the battery you want to charge.
Charging A Battery Confirm that the charging pod and battery are compatible. Connect the charger to power with the power supply included. Place the battery to be charged in the charging pod. The battery may also be charged while attached to the radio. When a battery is placed in the charging pod and while charging, the status LED will illuminate RED with no flashing to indicate normal charging.
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5°C - 40°C (41° F - 104° F) while charging a battery. 10. To prevent battery damage, use EC6M-V2 to charge your battery: (A) when the battery is above freezing (0°C / 32° F) or (B) when the battery is not excessively...
The flash patterns for fault conditions are as follows: LED Pattern Fault Description EC6M EC6M-V2 Flashes RED Indicates (A) low voltage battery failure or (B) battery has a short circuit. If (A), the battery’s voltage is below 1 Time •...
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Fault Conditions & Advisements (continued) LED Pattern Fault Description EC6M EC6M-V2 Flashes RED Indicates battery contact is “open” and current is not passing through the (+) and (-) contacts on the battery. 2 Times • • This warning is provided after the initial diagnostic stage is complete.
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Fault Conditions & Advisements (continued) The flash patterns for advisements are as follows: EC6M EC6M-V2 LED Pattern Advisement Solid ORANGE Brief reset period for charger after battery is removed. • • Allow the LED to go off before inserting another (Battery removed.)
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Fault Conditions & Advisements (continued) LED Pattern Advisement EC6M EC6M-V2 Flashes ORANGE Battery temperature remains at 0°C (32° F) or below • after two hours of monitoring. Remove battery from 1 Time charger and allow it to warm. Flashes ORANGE Indicates charging complete, but battery is under •...
Warranty And Service During Warranty Endura EC6M chargers are made from high quality materials and designed to provide years of reliable service. The following warranty applies: Power Products Unlimited, Inc. (PPU) warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for one-year from date of purchase by the end user.
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Warranty And Service During Warranty (continued) • Send to Power Products – Warranty Service Department, 2170 Brandon Trail, Alpharetta, GA 30004. For your protection, we recommend you obtain proof of delivery for your shipment. • Include with your product, dated proof of purchase, your name and daytime telephone number, and return address (street address only;...
(A) Applies to EC6M. Charger input for EC6M-V2 is 4.8A (minimum). (B) Applies to EC6M. Charge rate for EC6M-V2 is 700 mA. (C) Complies with FCC Rules, Part 15, Subpart B, Class B 2016, ANSI C63.4:2014. (D) Complies with CaliforniaEnergy Commission CEC-400-2011-005. (E) Complies with U.S. Department of Energy 10 CFR, Part 430, PC3 and 4.
Part Number Description Information TWC6M-PS Power supply. UL listed. Input: 100-240V, (Included with EC6M / EC6M-V2.) 50-60 Hz, 2.0A. Output: 15.0V, 6.0A. TWC6M-PC Power cord to connect TWC6M-PS Length 5.0’. U.S. type plug. to AC power. (Included with EC6M / EC6M-V2.) TWC6M-VPA Heavy duty vehicle power adapter.
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