Operating Instructions
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extension cord could result in a risk of fire and
electric shock. If an extension cord must be
used, make sure that:
a.
Pins on the plug of the extension cord are
the same number, size, and shape as those
on the charger (refer to Grounding
Instructions);
b.
Extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c.
Wire size is No. 14 AWG or larger.
7.
Make sure all electrical connectors are in good
working condition. DO NOT operate charger
with a worn, cut, or damaged cord or plug. Use
of a damaged cord or plug may result in a risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Take to
a qualified service agent for repairs.
8.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in
any way; take it to a qualified service agent.
9.
Do not disassemble charger; take it to a
qualified service agent when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock or fire.
10. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger
from outlet before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce
this risk.
11. Provide adequate ventilation for both batteries
and charger. The convection cooled design
requires an unobstructed flow of cooling air for
proper operation. Keep all charger ventilation
openings at least two inches (2") (5cm) away
from walls and other objects.
WARNING:
CHARGERS
CAN
IGNITE
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AND VAPORS. DO
NOT
USE
NEAR
FUELS,
GRAIN
DUST,
SOLVENTS,
THINNERS,
OR
OTHER
FLAMMABLES.
GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD
CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS
This charger must be grounded to reduce the risk of
electric shock. This battery charger is equipped with
an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding-type plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
the National Electrical Code and all local codes and
ordinances.
DANGER: NEVER ALTER AC CORD OR
PLUG PROVIDED; IF IT WILL NOT FIT OUTLET,
HAVE PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A
QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
IMPROPER
CONNECTION CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
This battery charger is equipped with a grounding
plug as illustrated in adjacent Figure A, for use on a
nominal 120 volt, 60 Hertz circuit. A temporary
adapter, as illustrated in Figures B and C, may be
used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle as
shown in Figure B if a properly grounded outlet is
not available. The temporary adapter should be
used only until a properly grounded outlet can be
installed by a qualified electrician. The green-
colored rigid ear extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box.
DANGER: BEFORE USING ADAPTER AS
ILLUSTRATED, BE CERTAIN THE CENTER
SCREW OF OUTLET PLATE IS GROUNDED. THE
GREEN-COLORED
RIGID
EAR
OR
LUG
EXTENDING
FROM
ADAPTER
MUST
BE
CONNECTED TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
OUTLET; MAKE CERTAIN IT IS GROUNDED. IF
NECESSARY, REPLACE ORIGINAL OUTLET
COVER PLATE SCREW WITH A LONGER
SCREW THAT WILL SECURE ADAPTER EAR OR
LUG TO OUTLET COVER PLATE AND MAKE
GROUND
CONNECTION
TO
GROUNDED
OUTLET.
GROUNDING METHODS
A
B
C
CONNECTED
TO COVER
OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
ADAPTER
COVER OF
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
BLADE
GROUNDED
OUTLET
GROUNDING
MEANS
Note:
Use of adapter shown in Figures B and C is
NOT permitted in Canada.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN 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 BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER,
YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. TO REDUCE RISK
OF BATTERY EXPLOSION, FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS AND THOSE PUBLISHED BY
BATTERY MANUFACTURER AND MANUFAC-
TURER OF ANY EQUIPMENT YOU INTEND TO
