Dometic 7LA.915.681, Installation And Operating Manual

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SMP439-11 (7LA.915.681) Safety instructions
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NOTICE!
• Ensure that the air inlets and outlets of the device are not covered.
• Ensure good ventilation.
2.4 Safety precautions when handling batteries
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WARNING!
• Batteries contain aggressive and caustic acids. Avoid battery fluid
coming into contact with your body. If your skin does come into
contact with battery fluid, wash the part of your body in question
thoroughly with water.
If you sustain any injuries from acids, contact a doctor immediately.
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CAUTION!
• When working on the batteries, do not wear any metal objects such as
watches or rings.
• Danger of explosions!
Never attempt to charge a frozen or defective battery.
• Place a frozen battery in a frost-free area and wait until the battery has
acclimatised to the ambient temperature. Then start the charging pro-
cess.
• Wear goggles and protective clothing when you work on batteries.
Do not touch your eyes when you are working on the battery.
• Do not smoke and ensure that no sparks can arise in the vicinity of the
engine or battery.
• Do not charge batteries with a cell short circuit. The oxyhydrogen they
produce can cause explosions.
• Do not charge nickel cadmium and non-rechargeable batteries with
the charger. The cases of these batteries can burst explosively.
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NOTICE!
• Only use rechargeable batteries.
• Prevent any metal parts from falling on the battery. This can cause
sparks or short-circuit the battery and other electrical parts.
• Ensure that the polarity is correct when connecting the battery.
• Follow the instructions of the battery manufacturer and those of the
manufacturer of the system or vehicle in which the battery is used.