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SAFETY NOTES
Your new BC-7000 battery capacity tester has been designed with operator safety as a function of its design,
construction, and operation. Understanding how to safely operate the BC-7000 battery capacity tester is important.
Failure to follow the operation and safety guidelines when using the BC-7000 can result in
personal injury to the
operator and damage to the BC-7000.
Always review the battery manufacturer’s battery capacity testing guidelines
before testing batteries.
Look for this symbol to identify Safety and Danger precautions. Be Alert- Your safety is
involved! Personal injury or equipment damage can occur if guidelines are not followed.
PRECAUTIONS:
Precautions:
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CAUTION:
Aircraft batteries are certified to have a certain minimum capacity for emergency operations in
the event of an electrical generator system failure. Never “jump start” an aircraft that has a discharged or
“dead” battery.
2
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD.
Do not touch un-insulated portions of the connector or the battery
terminals. A possibility of serious electrical shock exists. Do not lay tools or other metal objects on the
battery as arcing or explosion could occur. Remove conductive jewelry before working around battery,
charger, or test equipment.
3
CAUTION: ELECTRIC BURN HAZARD.
Do not wear conductive rings, belt buckles, or other jewelry when
working with batteries, chargers, or test equipment. Do not lay tools or other metal objects on the battery
as arcing and severe burns could occur.
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WARNING:
Batteries on charge or discharge produce hydrogen gas, which can explode if ignited. Do not
smoke, use an open flame, or cause sparking near a battery. Charge, service or test a battery only in a well
ventilated area. The use of exhaust fans may reduce the risk of explosion.
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WARNING:
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which will cause burns
. DO NOT TOUCH EYES AFTER TOUCHING
BATTERY
. Do not get acid in your eyes, or on your skin, or clothing. In the event of acid in the eyes, flush
thoroughly with clean cool water for several minutes. Get professional medical attention. Refer to battery