4. When disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the plug not by the cord. Pulling on the cord
may cause damage to cord or plug.
5. Locate battery power cord so it cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to damage or
stress.
6. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Have cord replaced 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 professional for inspection and repair.
8. Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified professional when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning.
10. Always charge battery in a well ventilated area. NEVER operate in a closed-in or restricted
area without adequate ventilation.
Warning:
Risk of explosive gas.
11 . Locate charger as far away from battery as DC charger cables permit.
12. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
13. NEVER charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) is frozen, bring into a warm area to
thaw before charging.
14. NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery.
15. NEVER set a battery on top of charger.
16. NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged.
Gases from battery will corrode and damage charger.
17. NEVER touch the battery clips together when the charger is energized.
18. NEVER crank engine with charger attached to battery.
5.5 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY
1. WARNING: Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection, when working with lead-acid
batteries.
2. Make sure someone is within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when
you work with or near a lead-acid battery.
3. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use if battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or
eyes. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
4. Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery. Acid particles (corrosion) may get into
your eyes! If acid enters your eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
5. Remove all 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.
6. Take care not to drop a metal tool or other metal onto the battery. Metal may cause sparking or
short circuit the battery or another electrical devise. Sparking may cause an explosion.
7. Always operate battery charger in an open well ventilated area.
8. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine. Batteries
generate explosive gases!
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
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