Neuton Garden Cart, Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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Handling the Battery Safely
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USE ONLY THE 12-VOLT, LEAD-ACID, RECHARGEABLE BATTERY AND THE 12-VOLT BATTERY
CHARGER THAT SHIPS WITH YOUR CART, OR THEIR COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS REPLACEMENT.
USING THE WRONG TYPE OF BATTERY OR CHARGER COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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NEVER LIFT OR CARRY THE BATTERY BY THE WIRES OR CONNECTORS. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE
BATTERY AND POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. LIFT AND CARRY THE
BATTERY BY THE CASE ONLY.
Read the safety instructions on the battery. Only adults should handle the battery. The battery is heavy and
contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injury. Get a firm grip and
use caution when removing or changing the battery.
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Examine the charger and the connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery.
If you determine there is a problem, do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the
worn or damaged part.
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Batteries contain sulfuric acid. To prevent burns, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. To prevent
fire or explosion keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.
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Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short-circuit it with conducting materials such as
rings, bracelets, and keys. When short-circuited, the battery or conductor may overheat and cause
burns.
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Never throw away used batteries in your household trash. Bring them to a recycling center or
household hazardous waste depot for proper disposal. Please refer to “Recycling a Used Battery” for
more information.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES RESPONSIBLY, ACCORDING TO YOUR LOCAL HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS REGULATIONS.
Safely Charging the Battery
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Charge the battery before using your Cart.
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Never allow the battery to completely discharge; charge the battery before this happens.
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Charge the battery before storing your Cart. Do not leave the battery discharged, as this can ruin it.
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Never allow children to charge the battery. The electricity involved in charging the battery could injure a
child.
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NEVER charge the battery in the rain or in wet locations
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