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SMART 6-STAGE BATTERY CHARGER AND
MAINTAINER - RV & MARINE
IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE AND WARNINGS
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While this charger is dust-proof and water splash-proof to IP64, we recommend that
it is used and/or installed indoors only and should never be directly exposed to water,
rain, pressure washer, etc.
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Make sure you are using proper AC mains power Voltage.
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Do not attempt to use the charger if it has been dropped or damaged.
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Never attempt to charge a damaged battery, frozen battery or non-rechargeable
battery.
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Do not use the charger in a closed area or poorly-ventilated area.
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Never smoke, use an open flame, or create sparks near a battery or charger during
charging operation as this may cause an explosion / explosive gas.
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Do not operate the charger if any of the cables or plugs are damaged.
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Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to a qualified and authorised person if any
repair is required.
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Keep the charger away from infants, children and pets.
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Ensure the correct Battery Type is selected before the first use or any battery
replacement.
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Do not charge using an incorrect Battery Type setting. (EG: do not charge a Gel
battery with Calcium battery selection setting or vice-versa as this may damage your
battery)
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If you are in doubt as to what battery type you have, refer to the battery Supplier or
Manufacturer. Do not guess or assume as this may damage your battery.
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Incorrect Battery Type selection may result in you battery being under charged or
over charged and any damage will not be covered by warranty.
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Check the Battery Manufacture’s specific precautions. EG: such as removing or not
removing cell caps whilst charging.
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As a general precaution, someone should be within range of your voice or close
enough to come to your aid while working with any battery.
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Wear protective goggles and turn your face away when connecting or disconnecting a
battery.
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If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
If acid enters your eye, immediately flush the eye with running cold water for at least
10 minutes and seek medical attention.
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To reduce risk of damaging the battery, avoid dropping any metal tools onto the
battery. Wrap spanners with electrical insulation tape to minimise the risk of a short
circuit.
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Never rest the battery being charged on top of your Kincrome battery charger or
place the charger on top of the battery.
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The battery charger should be installed and kept as far away from the battery as the
output cables permit.
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