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The use of an extension cord with the charger
should be avoided. The use of an improper
extension cord could result in a risk of fire or electric
shock. If an extension cord must be used, use a
three-conductor, No. 14 AWG cord with ground,
properly wired, in good electrical condition and keep
it as short as possible. Make sure that the pins on
the plug of the extension cord are the same number,
size, and shape as that of the plug on the battery
charger. Locate all cords so that they will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
Do not operate this charge if it has received a sharp
blow, was dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
manner; refer to a qualified service agent.
Provide adequate ventilation for the 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 or other objects.
Do not allow clothing, blankets, or other material to
cover the charger.
WARNING: CHARGERS CAN IGNITE
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS AND VAPORS. DO
NOT USE NEAR FUELS, GRAIN DUST,
SOLVENTS, OR OTHER FLAMMABLES.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AN
ELECTRIC SHOCK, KEEP CHARGER DRY. DO
NOT EXPOSE IT TO RAIN, POWER WASH
DETERGENTS, OR SPRAY. FOR STORAGE,
KEEP CHARGER IN A BUILDING.
ATTENTION! Ne pas exposer a la pluie.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This battery charger must be grounded to reduce the
risk of electric shock. This charger is equipped with
an electric cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding type plug. This plug
must be connected to an appropriate receptacle that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING: IMPROPER CONNECTION OF
THE EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR
CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
The conductor with insulation having an outer
surface that is green, with or without yellow stripe(s),
is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding connector
to a live terminal. Refer to a qualified service agent.
Battery chargers equipped with a grounding plug, as
illustrated in Figure A below, are for use on a
nominal 120-volt 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 C 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 or lug extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box. Make sure that the
charger is connected to a receptacle having the
same configuration as the plug.
GROUNDING METHODS
NOTE: The use of the adapter shown in Figures B
and C is not permitted in Canada.
If a grounding type plug receptacle is not available,
do not use this charger until the proper outlet is
installed by a qualified electrician.
NORMAL OPERATION
The instructions printed on the charger are for
daily reference.
Output Polarity:
WHITE, RED
"+"
POS.
BLACK
"-"
NEG.
CAUTION: USE CHARGER ONLY FOR
CHARGING 36-VOLT, 18-CELL SERIES
CONNECTED WET LEAD-ACID SYSTEM WITH A
CAPACITY OF 240 TO 370 AMPERE-HOURS (20
HR. RATE). OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY
BURST, CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY AND
DAMAGE.
ATTENTION! Utiliser pour charger
uniquement les accumulateurs au plomb à
electrolyte liquide. D'autres types d'accumu-
lateurs pourraient éclater et causer des
blessures ou domages.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO
NOT TOUCH UNINSULATED PORTIONS OF THE
OUTPUT CONNECTOR OR UNINSULATED
BATTERY TERMINALS.
DANGER: Risque de chocks électriques. Ne
pas toucher les parties non isolées du
connecteur de sorti ou les bornes non isolées de
l'accumulateur.