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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This
manual contains important safety and
operating instructions.
1.2
Do not expose the charger to rain or
snow.
1.3
Use of an attachment not recom-
mended or sold by the battery
charger manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons.
1.4
To reduce the risk of damage to elec-
tric plug and cord, pull by the plug
rather than the cord when discon-
necting charger.
1.5
An extension cord should not be
used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cord
could result in a risk of fire and elec-
tric shock. If an extension cord must
be used, make sure:
• The pins on plug of extension cord
are the same number, size and
shape as those of plug on charger.
• The extension cord is properly wired
and in good electrical condition.
• The wire size is large enough for
AC ampere rating of charger as
specified in section 8.
1.6
Do not operate charger with dam-
aged cord or plug – replace the cord
or plug immediately.
1.7
Do not operate charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way;
take it to a qualified serviceman.
1.8
Do not disassemble charger; take it
to a qualified serviceman when ser-
vice or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire.
1.9
To reduce risk of electric shock,
unplug charger from outlet before
attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk.
1.10
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a.
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-
ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLO-
SIVE GASES DURING NORMAL
BATTERY OPERATION. FOR
THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOL-
LOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH
TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
b.
To reduce risk of battery explo-
sion, follow these instructions
and those published by battery
manufacturer and manufacturer
of any equipment you intend to
use in vicinity of battery. Review
cautionary markings on these
products and on engine.
1.11
Keep out of reach of children.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1
Consider having someone close
enough by to come to your aid when
you work near a lead-acid battery.
2.2
Have plenty of fresh water and soap
nearby in case battery acid contacts
skin, clothing, or eyes.
2.3
Wear complete eye protection and
clothing protection. Avoid touching
eyes while working near battery.
2.4
If battery acid contacts skin or cloth-
ing, wash immediately with soap and
water. If acid enters eye, immediately
flood eye with running cold water for
at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
2.5
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or
flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
2.6
Be extra cautious, to reduce risk of
dropping a metal tool onto battery.
It might spark or short-circuit bat-
tery or other electrical part that may
cause explosion.
2.7
Remove personal metal items such
as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and
watches when working with a lead-
acid battery. A lead-acid battery can