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Huskey C-425 Sevcon DC System Operator Manual
MC-425-12
Charging Your Vehicle
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Explosive mixtures of Hydrogen gas are present within battery cells at all times. Do not
work with or charge a battery in an area where open flames (including gas furnace or
water heater pilots), sparks, cigarettes, or any other sources of combustion are present.
Always provide ample ventilation in rooms where batteries are being charged. Failure
to do so may result in severe bodily injury and/or property damage.
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DO NOT disassemble the charger. There are no user serviceable components in the
charger. Refer all repairs to a qualified technician. Incorrect repair or reassembly of
the charger can result in an explosion, electric shock, or fire.
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Use of extension cords is not recommended. Improper use of an extension cord may
result in fire.
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Do not charge any battery that is, or is suspected to be frozen. Charging a frozen battery
may result in explosive rupturing of the case due to a build up of internal pressure.
This may causing severe bodily injury and will cause property damage.
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The charger should not be used by children or any personnel with mental or sensory
disabilities. Incorrect usage due to inability to understand operation may cause severe
personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING
The charger must be connected to a properly grounded AC receptacle. Improper
connection will increase the risk of electric shock and can cause severe personal injury
or death.
DANGER
NOTICE
The Start switch must be in the “OFF”
position when charging the batteries.
Failure to turn the Start switch “OFF”
may result in damage to the vehicle’s
electrical system.
NOTICE
Check battery electrolyte before
charging. Do not charge batteries with
low electrolyte level. Charging with low
electrolyte level will result in premature
failure of the battery.
GENERIC SAFETY GUIDELINES
NOTICE
The charger originally supplied with the vehicle is for use with the batteries originally
supplied with the vehicle. If installing a different charger or batteries, consult the charger
and/or battery manufacturer to confirm that the charger used is compatible with the
batteries. Use of an incorrect charger will result in damage and premature failure of
the batteries.
