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generate a low DC voltage and high DC current to the battery being charged.
Improper operation of the charger or misuse of the charger may cause damage to the charger or create
hazardous conditions for the user.
WARNING: Explosion hazard
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are designed to charge 12V/14V/16V lead-acid batteries of all types. Do not attempt to use with
batteries with voltages not matching the chargers specified voltage.
• Do not use this product where there are flammable fumes or gases.
• Do not use this product in an enclosure containing lead-acid batteries. These batteries vent explosive hydrogen gas, which can be
ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
• Never attempt to charge a frozen battery.
• Do not connect DC clamps to the carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Keep away from children.
• Do not expose charger to water/rain or temperatures over 104 °F (40 °C).
• Do not open the charger. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. For service see the Returns policy in the back of this guide.
• Be sure AC and DC cords are not pinched or otherwise damaged by hoods, doors, or other moving engine components.
• Observe battery polarity.
IMPORTANT:
If this charger is to be used with a portable generator, it should be equipped with automatic voltage regulation to
ensure consistent output of the product.
WARNING:
Heated surface-Ensure at least 2” (5 cm) air space is maintained on all sides of the charger.
CAUTION
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Do not use this product with an ungrounded extension
cord. Use of an undersized extension cord will adversely affect the output of the product and could prove to be dangerous. If
an extension cord must be used, make sure that pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape
as those of the plug on the charger. TurboStart Batteries recommend a minimum of a 16AWG cord for lengths up to 50’ and a
minimum of a 14AWG cord for lengths up to 100’. We do not recommend cords over 100’.
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USER GUIDE
Chapter 1
important safety
instructions
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