DSR DSR15, Owner'S Manual

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cautionary markings on these products and
on the engine.
1.10 This charger employs parts, such as
switches and circuit breakers, that tend
to produce arcs and sparks. If used in a
garage, locate this charger 18 inches
(46 cm) or more above floor level.
WARNING
Do not use with non-
rechargeable batteries. Use only with
lead-acid type rechargeable batteries.
IMPORTANT
Do not start the vehicle with
the charger connected to the AC outlet, or it
may damage the charger and your vehicle.
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
RISK OF
EXPLOSIVE GASES.
2.1 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.
2.2 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of
dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It
might spark or short-circuit the battery or
other electrical part that may cause an
explosion.
2.3 Use this charger for charging only LEAD-
ACID batteries with 3 cells (6V) or 6 cells
(12V) and rated capacities of 5-180Ah. It is
not intended to supply power to a low voltage
electrical system other than in a starter-
motor application. Do not use this battery
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.
2.4 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.5 Consider having someone nearby to come
to your aid when you work near a lead-acid
battery. Have plenty of fresh water and soap
nearby in case battery acid contacts your
skin, clothing or eyes.
2.6 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing,
immediately wash the area with soap and
water. If acid enters your eye, immediately
flood the eye with cold running water for at
least 10 minutes and get medical attention
right away. If battery acid is accidentally
swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs
or water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek
medical attention immediately.
3. PREPARING TO CHARGE
WARNING
RISK OF CONTACT
WITH BATTERY ACID.
BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY
CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
3.1 Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the
cables prior to using the battery charger.
3.2 If it is necessary to remove the battery from
the vehicle to charge it, always remove
the grounded terminal first. Make sure all
of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to
prevent arcing.
3.3 Clean the battery terminals before charging
the battery. During cleaning, keep airborne
corrosion from coming into contact with
your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking
soda and water to neutralize the battery
acid and help eliminate airborne corrosion.
Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
3.4 Add distilled water to each cell until the
battery acid reaches the level specified by
the battery manufacturer. Do not overfill.
For a battery without removable cell caps,
such as valve regulated lead-acid batteries
(VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s
recharging instructions.
3.5 Read, understand and follow all instructions
for the charger, battery, vehicle and
any equipment used near the battery
and charger. Study all of the battery
manufacturer’s specific precautions while
charging and recommended rates of charge.
3.6 Determine the voltage of the battery by
referring to the vehicle owner’s manual.
This charger is equipped with Auto Voltage
Detection of 6 or 12 volts.
3.7 Make sure that the charger cable clips make
tight connections.
4. CHARGER LOCATION
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSION
AND CONTACT WITH
BATTERY ACID.
4.1 During charging, the battery must be placed
in a well ventilated area.
4.2 The appliance incorporates an earth
connection for functional purposes only.
4.3 Locate the charger as far away from the
battery as the DC cables permit.
4.4 Never place the charger directly above
the battery being charged; gases from the
battery will corrode and damage the charger.
4.5 Do not set the battery on top of the charger.
4.6 Never allow battery acid to drip onto the
charger when reading the electrolyte
specific gravity or filling the battery.