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X-431 GDS User’s Manual
Safety Precautions
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Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid
that is harmful to skin. In operation, direct
contact with the automotive batteries should
be avoided. Pay attention not to splash the
sulfuric acid into eyes. Keep the ignition
sources away from the battery at all times.
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Engines produce various poisonous
compounds (hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide,
nitrogen oxides, etc,) which should be
avoided. The vehicles shall be tested in a
well-ventilated area.
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Avoid contacting high temperature assembly
such as water tank and vent-pipe as the
temperature of the running engine is very
high.
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Before starting engine, put the speed lever
in the neutral position or in the P position to
avoid injury.
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Wear an ANSI-approved eye shield when
testing or repairing vehicles.
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If you use the battery as a power source,
connect the RED (+) battery clip to the
positive of the vehicle battery and the
BLACK (-) battery clip to the negative.
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