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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1.
ALWAYS
ensure when jump starting that there is air circulating around the
device.
2.
NEVER
allow the negative and positive leads on this unit, to touch each
other or to touch the same metal object.
3. Although the jump starter is water resistant and may be used outdoors,
DO
NOT
leave it exposed to the elements. Avoid direct sunlight, direct heat,
rain/moisture etc.
4. The jump starter is designed for use on petrol cars up to 3L/3000cc with 12V
batteries.
5.
DO NOT
operate the jump starter if any of the cables are damaged.
Consult your CLARKE dealer for repair or replacement of the parts.
6.
DO NOT
operate the jump starter if the case is damaged. Consult your
CLARKE dealer or a qualified person for inspection and repair.
7. Ensure the vehicle battery posts and battery clamps are perfectly clean
before use.
8. When connecting the jump starter leads to a battery, ensure the device is
switched OFF, and ALWAYS connect the RED (po’) output
conductor to the UNEARTHED (+) battery terminal FIRST, then connect the
BLACK, (negative’-’) conductor to a suitable earthing point on the chassis
or battery, well away from any fuel lines.
9. To prevent the battery overheating and consequent damage,
DO NOT
exceed our recommendations for the duration of jump starting.
10. This jump starter is
NOT
designed to be used as a replacement for the
vehicle battery.
11.
DO NOT
attempt to BOOST CHARGE the jump starter's sealed battery.
12.
NEVER
attempt any repairs yourself. If you have a problem with the jump
starter contact your local CLARKE dealer.
13.
NEVER
jump start the engine whilst the jump starter is being charged.
14.
ALWAYS
store the jump starter out of reach of children.
WARNING: ALL LEAD ACID BATTERIES GENERATE HYDROGEN GAS
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. THIS PROCESS INCREASES DURING A
PERIOD OF RAPID DISCHARGE. HYDROGEN GAS AND BATTERY ACID
(SULPHURIC ACID) CAN BE EXPLOSIVE, CORROSIVE TO SKIN, EYES AND
HAIR, DAMAGING TO CLOTHING AND METALS, FLAMMABLE, POISONOUS
TO BREATHE.