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2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery
or engine.
2.2 Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches when working with a lead-acid or lithium ion battery. These
batteries can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like
to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 Use this charger for charging only 6 and 12V lead-acid, calcium, gel and AGM-type
rechargeable batteries with rated capacities of 1.2-50Ah. It is not intended to supply
power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do
not use this battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances or lithium ion batteries used in cell phones, laptops, power tools, etc.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
2.5 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.6 Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you work near a
lead-acid battery.
2.7 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby, in case battery acid contacts your
skin, clothing or eyes.
2.8 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective
clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.9 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap
and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold running
water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
2.10 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water.
DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
3. PREPARING TO CHARGE
RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY
ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
3.1 If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to
charge it, always remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure
all of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.
3.2 Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.
3.3 Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep
airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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