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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions.
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR FIRE.
1.2
Read the entire manual before using this
product. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death.
1.3
This Portable Power is not intended for
use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the
use of the Portable Power by a person
responsible for their safety.
1.4
Children should be supervised, to ensure
they do not play with the Portable Power.
1.5
Do not put fingers or hands into the
Portable Power clamps.
1.6
Do not expose the Portable Power to rain
or snow.
1.7
Do not operate the Portable Power with
damaged cables or clips; have the cable
or clip replaced immediately a qualified
service person.
1.8
Do not operate the Portable Power if it
has received a sharp blow, been dropped
or otherwise damaged in any way; take it
to a qualified service person.
1.9
Do not disassemble the Portable Power;
take it to a qualified service person when
service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE
GASES.
1.10
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A
LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS
OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH
TIME YOU USE TH
E PORTABLE POWER.
1.11
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.
1.12
This Portable Power employs parts, such
as circuit breakers, that tend to produce
arcs and sparks. If used in a garage,
locate this Portable Power 18 inches (46
cm) or more above floor level.
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE
GASES. A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY
MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK
NEAR THE BATTERY:
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 battery. A
lead-acid battery 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
Do not permit the internal battery of the
Portable Power to freeze. Never charge a
frozen battery.
2.5
To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clips to
touch together or contact the same piece
of metal.
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.
