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Westward Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Westward
®
Battery Chargers
Important Safety Instructions
(Continued)
Use of improper extension cord could
result in a risk of fire and electric
shock.
If extension cord must be used, make
sure that the extension cord plug pins
are the same number, size, and shape
as the charger plug, that the
extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition, and that
the wire size is large enough for the
length of cord as specified in the
following chart:
Length of
AWG size
cord in feet
of cord
25
16
50
12
100
10
150
8
6. Do not operate charger with
damaged cord or plug. Replace the
cord or plug immediately.
7. Do not operate charger if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way;
take it to a qualified service person.
8. Do not disassemble charger; take it to
a qualified service person when
service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock,
unplug charger from outlet before
attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE
GASES. Working in
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 each time
before using your charger, you read
this and follow the instructions exactly.
To reduce risk of battery explosion,
follow these instructions and those
published by battery manufacturer and
manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in vicinity of battery.
Review cautionary markings on these
products and in engine compartment.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1. Someone should be within range of
your voice or close enough to come
to your aid when you work near a
lead acid battery.
2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap
nearby in case battery acid contacts
skin, clothing, or eyes.
3. Wear complete eye protection and
clothing protection. Avoid touching
eyes while working near battery.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or
clothing, wash immediately with soap
and water. If acid enters eye,
immediately flush eye with running
cold water for at least 10 minutes and
get medical attention immediately.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or
flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
6. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of
dropping a metal tool onto battery. It
might spark or short-circuit battery or
other electrical part that may cause
explosion.
7. 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.
8. Use charger for charging LEAD-ACID
battery only. It is not intended to
supply power to a low voltage
electrical system other than in a
starter-motor application. Do not use
battery charger for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances. These
batteries may burst and cause injury
to persons and damage to property.
9. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
PREPARING TO CHARGE BATTERY
1. If necessary to remove battery from
vehicle to charge, always remove
grounded terminal from battery first.
Make sure all accessories in the
vehicle are off, so as not to cause an
arc.
2. Be sure area around battery is well
ventilated while battery is being
charged. Gas can be forcefully blown
away by using a piece of cardboard
or other nonmetallic material as a
fan.
3. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to
keep corrosion from coming in
contact with eyes.
4. Add distilled water in each cell until
battery acid reaches level specified by
battery manufacturer. This helps
purge excessive gas from cells. Do not
overfill. For a battery without cell
caps, carefully follow manufacturer’s
recharging instructions.
1JYT9A, 1JYU1A, 1JYU2A and 1JYU3A
