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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The SWTBC offers
a wide range of features to accommodate the needs
for home use. This manual will show you how to use
your charger safely and effectively. Please read,
understand and follow these instructions and
precautions carefully, as this manual contains
important safety and operating instructions.
2. Do not expose charger directly to rain or snow.
3. Use only recommended attachments. Use of an
attachment not recommended by Streetwize may
result in a risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons or damage to property.
4. To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug or
cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the charger.
5. Use of an improper extension cord could result in
a risk of fire and electric shock. Make sure:
• That the pins on the plug of the extension cord
are the same number, size and shape as those
of the plug on the charger.
• That the extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical condition.
• That the wire size is large enough for the AC
ampere rating of the charger.
1. Consider having someone close enough by 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 skin, clothing, or eyes.
3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing
protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
near the battery.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
eye, immediately flood eye with cold running
water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity
of the battery or engine.
6. Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a
metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-
8. Do not operate the charger if it has received a
sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged
in any way.
9. Do not disassemble the charger at any time as this
will invalidate the limited warranty.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the
charger from the outlet before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning.
WARNING –
Risk of explosive gases. Working
in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous.
Batteries generate explosive gases during normal
battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost
importance that you follow the instructions each time
you use the charger.
To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow
these instructions and those published by the
battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any
equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the
battery. Review the cautionary markings on these
products and on the engine.
circuit the battery or other electrical part that may
cause an explosion.
7. Remove 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.
8. Use this charger for charging a LEAD-ACID
battery only. It is not intended to supply power
to a low voltage electrical system. Do not use this
battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that
are commonly used with home appliances. These
batteries may burst and cause injury to persons
and damage to property.
9. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
PREPARING TO CHARGE
CHARGER LOCATION
1. If it is necessary to remove the battery from the
vehicle to charge it, always remove the grounded
terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories in
the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.
2. Be sure area around the battery is well ventilated
while the battery is being charged.
3. Clean the battery terminals before attaching the
charger to the battery. During cleaning, keep
airborne corrosion from coming into contact with
your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and
water to neutralize battery acid and help eliminate
airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose
or mouth.
4. Add distilled water to each cell until the battery
acid reaches the level specified by the battery
manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without
1. Never place charger directly above the battery
being charged; gases from the battery will corrode
and damage the charger.
2. Never allow the battery acid to drip onto the
charger when reading the electrolyte specific
gravity or filling the battery.
removable cell caps, such as valve regulated
lead-acid (VRLA) batteries, carefully follow the
manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
5. Read, understand and follow all instructions for
the charger, battery, vehicle and any equipment
used near the battery and charger. Study all of the
battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while
charging and recommended rates of charge.
6. Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to
the vehicle owner’s manual and make sure that the
battery voltage matches the charger output voltage
(12V).
7. Make sure that the charger cable connections are
attached to the battery and ground securely.
3. Do not operate the charger in a closed-in area or
restrict ventilation in any way.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
1. Connect and disconnect the DC output cable connections only after removing the AC plug from electric outlet.
