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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
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.
To reduce the risk of 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 a battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
WARNING!
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1
Keep out of reach of children.
1.2
Do not disassemble the jump starter.
Take it to a qualified service professional
if service or repair is required. Incorrect
assembly may result in fire or electrical
shock.
1.3
Do not use the jump starter to jump a
vehicle while charging the internal battery.
1.4
Do not recharge the jump starter with a
damaged extension cord.
1.5
The jump starter gets hot during charging
and must have proper ventilation.
1.6
Do not set the jump starter on flammable
materials, such as carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc.
1.7
Place the jump starter as far away from
the battery being jumped as the cables
will permit.
1.8
Do not expose the jump starter to rain
or snow.
1.9
Never attempt to jump start a frozen
battery.
1.10
Never place the jump starter directly
above battery being jumped.
1.11
To prevent arcing, never allow the clamps
to touch together or to contact the same
piece of metal.
1.12
Use of an attachment not recommended
or sold by Schumacher
®
Electric
Corporation may result in damage to the
unit or personal injury.
1.13
Never operate the jump starter if it is
damaged.
1.14
If someone else uses the jump starter,
ensure they are well informed on how
to use it safely, and have read and
understood the operating instructions.
1.15
The jump starter is NOT designed to be
installed as a replacement for a vehicle
battery.
1.16
Use ONLY on vehicles, boats and garden
tractors powered with a 12V DC battery
system.
1.17
If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts,
disconnect the unit and look for other
problems that may need to be corrected.
1.18
Use the jump starter for jump starting
lead-acid batteries only. Do not use for dry
cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1
Wear complete eye protection and
protective clothing when working near
lead-acid batteries. Always have someone
nearby for help.
2.2
Have plenty of fresh water, soap and
baking soda nearby for use, in case battery
acid contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Wash immediately with soap and water
and seek medical attention.
2.3
If battery acid comes in contact with eyes,
flush eyes immediately for a minimum 10
minutes and get medical attention.
2.4
Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with
baking soda before attempting to clean up.
2.5
Remove all personal metal items from your
body, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches. A battery can produce a
short circuit current high enough to weld a
ring to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.6
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in
the vicinity of the battery or engine.
2.7 WARNING:
This product contains one
or more chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
CONTAINS SEALED, NON-SPILLABLE LEAD-ACID BATTERY.
MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
WARNING:
Possible explosion hazard. Contact with battery acid may
cause severe burns and blindness. Keep out of reach of children.
