PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFTEY
To help reduce the risk of injury, it is important you read and understand the operation
of this equipment and all the relevant safety precautions that must be observed along
with any warnings and instructions issued by the battery manufacturer.
BATTERY TYPES
This battery charger is designed specifically for charging
automotive lead-acid batteries only. Not suitable for AGM
or EFB batteries mainly used with start/stop technology.
Do not use this charger with dry-cell, NiCd, NiMH , Li-ion or Li-ion polymer batteries commonly
used in home appliances such as, radios, toys, torches etc. These batteries may burst and
cause injury to persons and damage to property.
LEAD ACID BATTERIES MAJOR RISKS
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Explosives Gases
Working with or in the vicinity of Lead-Acid batteries is a dangerous environment as batteries will
generate explosive Hydrogen gases when in normal operation or when being charged.
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Electric Shocks
Exposed terminals, even on disconnected batteries, present an electrical shock hazard.
Accidental shorting of terminals or cables can result in severe electrical arcing, causing burns,
electric shock and resulting in the ignition of explosive gases if present.
ALWAYS
wear the correct Personal
Protective Equipment.
ALWAYS
wear complete eye protection,
indirect vent goggles conforming to
EN166:1B (3,4,9).
ALWAYS
wear rubber acid resistant
gloves.
ALWAYS
remove rings, watches and
dangling jewellery when working with or
near batteries. Metal jewellery can act as
a conductor and cause a shock or burn if
in contact with the battery terminals.
ALWAYS
stay away from a charging
battery when possible.
ALWAYS
keep other people away from a
battery. If they are not wearing the correct
Personal Protective Equipment.
ALWAYS
avoid direct contact with battery
acid, or surface corrosion on the battery
casing or its terminals.
ALWAYS
have plenty of fresh water and
soap nearby in case battery acid comes
in to contact with your eyes, skin or
clothing. If battery acid contacts skin or
clothing, wash immediately with soap and
water.
EYE CONTACT
If the electrolyte is
splashed into an eye, immediately force
the eye open and flood it with clean,
cool water for at least 15 minutes.
SEEK
MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATLY.
ALWAYS
use extreme caution if you are
handling electrolyte and keep an acid
neutralizing solution, such as baking soda
readily available.
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START
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