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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important
safety and operating instructions.
1.2 Read, understand and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings
listed in this manual. Failure to follow all instructions and abide by all
cautions and warnings could result in personal injury, injury to others
and property damage.
1.3 This jump starter is not intended for use by children. Persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, must be given supervision or instruction concerning the
use of the product by a person responsible for their safety.
1.4 Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the unit.
1.5 DO NOT put fingers or hands into any of the unit’s outlets.
1.6 DO NOT expose the unit to rain or snow.
1.7 The appliance is to be used only with the provided power supply.
1.8 Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not
recommended or sold by Schumacher
®
Electric Corporation may result
in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons or damage to property.
1.9 DO NOT operate the unit with damaged cables or clamps.
1.10 DO NOT operate the unit if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped
or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service person.
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
1.11 WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE UNIT.
1.12 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and
those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review
the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
1.13 DO NOT set the unit on flammable materials, such as carpeting,
upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc.
1.14 NEVER place the unit directly above battery being jumped.
1.15 DO NOT use the unit to jump start a vehicle while charging the
internal battery.
1.16 IMPORTANT! CHARGE THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY AFTER
PURCHASE, AFTER EACH USE, AND AT LEAST EVERY 3 MONTHS.
1.17 DO NOT turn on the unit while it is being charged.
1.18 DO NOT handle or move the unit while it is being charged.
1.19 DO NOT look directly into the light or shine the light directly into the
eyes of any person or animal.
1.20 DO NOT leave the battery in a discharged state.
1.21 DO NOT use the unit with a charger which has a damaged cord or
plug; replace the cord or plug immediately.
