BatteryMINDer
®
Model 483CEC1
Rev. A-051216
Page 4
P/N 483CEC1-MNL
e.
Do not operate maintenance-charger with damaged cord or plug – replace
the cord or plug immediately.
f. Do not operate maintenance-charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
7. Do not disassemble maintenance-charger; call VDC Electronics Tech
Support Dept. 800.379.5579 x6 (ET) for advice when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or
fire.
8. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug maintenance
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charger from outlet
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
B. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1. Consider having someone close enough by 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 eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water
for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery.
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 maintenance-charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery sets only. It
is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system. Do not
use battery maintenance
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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 or a battery at a temperature above
123° F.
Always follow battery manufacturer’s strict instructions for proper
care, charging and testing of battery. Questions relating to the
subject should be referred directly to the battery manufacturer to
be certain of current requirements that may have been added to or
changed since publication of their instructions.
