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CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before every use of this product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
This is the safety alert symbol .It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
Addresses practices not related to personal
injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING!
Read and understand all Important Safety and Operating instructions before using this charger. In addition, read and follow all battery and vehicle
manufacturer’s instructions and cautionary markings.
Safety precautions for working in the vicinity of a battery
1) Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Use in well-ventilated area.
2) Consider having someone close enough or within the range of your voice to come to your aid when you work near a battery.
3) Do NOT smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark in vicinity of battery or engine.
Avoid explosive gas, flames and sparks.
4) Remove all personal jewelry, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches while working with a vehicle battery. These items may produce a short circuit
that could cause severe burns.
5) Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit a battery or other electrical hardware which may
cause explosion or fire.
6) Wear complete eye protection, hand and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery.
7) Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
8) Clean battery terminals before connected with the charger. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
9) When it is necessary to remove a battery from vehicle to charge, always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle
are off in order to prevent an arc.
10) This product is NOT intended to supply power to an extra-low-voltage electrical system or to charge dry-cell batteries. Charging dry-cell batteries may burst
and cause injury to persons and property.
11) NEVER charge a frozen, damaged, leaking or non-rechargeable battery.
12) If battery electrolyte contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If electrolyte enters eye, immediately flood eye with running clean
cold water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
Safety precautions for using the charger
1) Do NOT place the charger in the engine compartment or near moving parts or near the battery; place as far away from them as DC cable permits.
NEVER place a charger directly above a battery being charged; gases or fluids from battery will corrode and damage charger.
2) Do NOT cover the charger while charging.
3) Do NOT expose to rain or wet conditions.
4) Connect and disconnect DC output only after setting AC cord from electric outlet.
5) Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
6) Do not overcharge batteries by selecting the wrong charge mode.
7) To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting charger.
8) To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
9) Operate with caution if the charger has received direct hit of force or been dropped. Have it checked and repaired if damaged.
10) Any repair must be carried out by the manufacturer or an authorized repair agent in order to avoid danger.
Grounding and AC power cord connections
This battery charger is for use on a nominal 230 volt circuit. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. The plug pins must fit the receptacle (outlet).
Do not use with an ungrounded system. Use of an adapter plug is not recommended; an adaptor plug should not be used.
Using an extension cord
The use of an extension cord is not recommended. If you must use an extension cord, follow these guidelines:
1. Pins sockets on the extension cord plug must be the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.
2. Ensure that the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
3. Wire size must be large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger, as specified below:
Length of cord (feet)
25
50
100
150
AWG*size of cord
18
16
14
14