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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions applicable to the safe and efficient use of your Minn Kota battery charger.
The Minn Kota battery charger is a powerful electrical device. If incorrectly installed, configured or operated, the battery charger can damage bat-
teries and / or electrical equipment. Please read thoroughly the instructions and safety information contained in this manual before operating the
battery charger.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Johnson Outdoors Inc. may result in risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons or property.
The charger is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the charger.
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the battery charger.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of the improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire or electric
shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:
a) That pins of plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape of those of the plug on the battery charger;
b) That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition;
c) That wire in extension cord is proper size as follows:
Do not operate the battery charger with a damaged cord or plug.
Do not operate the battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
Do not disassemble the charger. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Disconnecting the leads will not
reduce this risk.
To reduce risk of shock or spark, never touch the ring terminals together while the charger is plugged into an outlet or extension cord.
External connections to the battery charger shall comply with the United States Coast Guard electrical regulations (33CFR183, Sub Part 1).
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Consider having someone close enough 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 skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC ACID AND PRODUCE
EXPLOSIVE GASES. A BATTERY EXPLOSION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF EYESIGHT OR SERIOUS BURNS. FOR THIS REASON, IT
IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BATTERY EXPLOSION, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THOSE PUBLISHED BY THE BATTERY MANU-
FACTURER FOR ANY EQUIPMENT YOU INTEND TO USE IN THE VICINITY OF THE BATTERY. REVIEW CAUTIONARY MARKINGS ON
THESE PRODUCTS AND ON ENGINE, MOTOR OR OTHER EQUIPMENT REQUIRING BATTERY USAGE.
Minimum recommended AWG wire size for various length extension cords used with the Minn Kota
battery charger:
Length of Cord in feet
25
50
100
AWG Size
16
14
12
