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INTRODUCING THE CHARGER
The 2603 battery charger is a “2 stage” charger, and is superior to traditional
automotive chargers. Its precisely regulated output recharges your battery safely and
quickly. After it has recharged your battery, it supplies just enough current to
compensate for the charge that a battery can lose during storage. Unlike automotive
trickle chargers, the 2603 will not boil off the electrolytes in properly installed and
maintained batteries. The red and green LED’s, mounted on the charger face, let you
know the unit is recharging and maintaining your batteries.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the charger.
Read the entire manual before using. Also read all instructions and cautions for and
on the charger and batteries.
WARNINGS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES! WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF LEAD ACID
BATTERIES IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. THEREFORE IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER YOU AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
Personal Safety Precautions
Adhere to the following personal safety precautions when installing or working with the
chargers:
1.
Someone should be within voice range 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 your skin,
clothing, or eyes.
3.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes
while working near a battery.
4.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, wash them immediately with soap and
water. If acid enters your eye, flood the eye with cold, running water for at least ten
minutes and get medical attention immediately.
5.
Never smoke or allow an open flame in the vicinity of the battery.
