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West Mountain Radio
Operating Manual
Safety Precautions
The West Mountain Radio CBA is inherently safe but the batteries it tests
are not. Anything that stores energy is potentially dangerous! Some types
of batteries are safer than others but they are all capable of causing
explosions or fires.
For technical information on your battery, refer to the Battery
Manufacturers web site to get detailed information on the rating of
your battery. Most battery labels have limited information, but the
manufacturer’s web site may have more detailed information. General
Information on batteries is also available on your West Mountain Radio
CD. Select Battery Information and FAQ’s.
Primary Safety Considerations:
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Never discharge a battery at a higher discharge rate than it is
designed for.
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Never use a battery that has poorly insulated or frayed wiring or
exposed metal parts.
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Never connect a battery with reverse polarity.
• Never test a battery near flammable materials.
•
Never allow a battery reach a temperature that causes it to get so hot
that it may be too hot to touch.
•
Recharge your batteries immediately with an appropriate battery
charger after you have completed your test. Some types do not like to
sit discharged for extended periods of time.
•
Never test or charge your batteries while unattended.
• Have a fire extinguisher nearby.
CBA Operating Requirements:
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Never connect a battery with the polarity reversed!
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Always connect the USB cable BEFORE connecting the battery!
•
Never connect a battery to the CBA that is connected to something
else.
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Contact West Mountain Radio for support before connecting to a USB
hub.
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Operate the CBA in a cool dry location.
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Never allow metal parts or wiring of the battery come in contact with
the metal heat sink.
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Never allow the cooling fan to be blocked or jammed.
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Do not ignore the warnings that the software may give you.
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The CBA can get hot. Do not touch the metal heat sink while, or
shortly after, conducting a high power test.
