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Intended use
Your Black & Decker ‘Car to Car Simple Start’ is designed to
boost a depleted battery on a host vehicle from a donor
vehicle.
Note:
This unit will not start a flat battery.
Safety instructions
Warning!
When using battery-powered appliances, basic
safety precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury and material damage.
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Read all of this manual carefully before using the
appliance.
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The intended use is described in this manual. The use
of any accessory or attachment or the performance of
any operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
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Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
Always take care when using the appliance.
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This appliance is not intended for use by young or in firm
persons without supervision.
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The appliance is not to be used as a toy.
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Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to
become wet.
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Do not immerse the appliance in water.
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Do not open body casing. There are no user serviceable
parts inside.
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Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust.
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To reduce the risk of damage to plugs and cords never
pull the cable to remove the plug from a socket outlet.
After use
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When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a
dry, well ventilated place out of the reach of children.
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Children should not have access to stored appliances.
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When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle
it should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent
movement following sudden changes in speed or
direction.
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The appliance should be protected from direct sunlight,
heat and moisture.
Inspection and repairs
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Before use, check the appliance for damaged or
defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to
switches and any other conditions that may affect its
operation.
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Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
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Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or
replaced by an authorised repair agent.
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Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
Specific safety instructions for battery chargers
Read these instructions before use:
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised Black & Decker Service
Centre in order to avoid a hazard.
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Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
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Have defective cords replaced immediately.
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Do not expose the battery charger to water.
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Do not open the battery charger.
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Do not probe the battery charger.
Batteries
Warning!
Never attempt to charge a frozen battery.
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Never attempt to open for any reason.
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Do not expose the battery to water.
Warning!
Battery fluid is a diluted sulphuric acid and may
cause personal injury or damage to property. In case of skin
contact, immediately rinse with water. If redness, pain or
irritation occurs seek medical attention. In case of eye
contact, rinse immediately with clean water and seek
immediate medical attention.
When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in
the section ‘Protecting the environment’.
Warning!
Risk of explosive gas mixtures. Working in the
vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal battery operation.
For this reason, it is of utmost importance that each time, you
read this manual and follow the instructions exactly.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Black &
Decker may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
Warning!
A marine (boat) battery must be removed and
charged on shore. To charge it on board requires equipment
specially designed for marine use. This appliance is NOT
designed for such use.
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Vehicles may have electrical and electronic systems
(e.g. engine management system, mobile phone) that
may be damaged if subjected to high starting voltages
and voltage peaks. Before connecting the appliance to
the vehicle read the vehicle's owner's manual to confirm
that external-starting assistance is allowed.
