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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions applicable to the safe and effi cient use of your Minn Kota
battery charger.
WARNING
: Risk of explosive gases - working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries contain sulfuric acid
and produce explosive gases. A battery explosion could result in loss of eyesight or serious burns. 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 for any
equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine, motor or
other equipment requiring battery usage.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to repair or service the charger yourself. Opening the charger may expose you to high voltages, the
risk of electric shock, and other hazards.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The Minn Kota battery charger is a powerful electrical device. If incorrectly installed, confi gured or operated, the battery
charger can damage batteries and / or electrical equipment. Please thoroughly read the instructions and safety information
contained in this manual before operating the battery charger.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Johnson Outdoors Inc. may result in risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to
persons or property.
• The charger is not intended for use by young children or infi rm persons without supervision. Young children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the charger.
• To reduce risk of damage to electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the battery charger.
An AC extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of the improper AC extension cord could result in a
risk of fi re or electric shock. If an AC extension cord must be used, make sure:
◊ That pins of plug of the extension cord are the same number,
size and shape of those of the plug on the battery charger;
◊ That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition; and
◊ That wire in extension cord is proper size according to the chart:
• Do not operate the battery charger with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not operate the battery charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
• Do not disassemble the charger. Incorrect reassembly may result
in a risk of electric shock or fi re.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Disconnecting the
leads will not reduce this risk.
• To reduce risk of shock or spark, never touch the ring terminals together while the charger is plugged into an outlet or extension cord.
• External connections to the battery charger shall comply with the United States Coast Guard electrical regulations
(33CFR183, Sub Part 1)
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25' AC Ext. Cord
50' AC Ext. Cord
100' AC Ext. Cord
MK106PC/MK110PC/MK212PC/MK106D/MK210D
AWG Size
18
18
16
MK440PC/MK345PC/MK440D
AWG Size
16
12
10
MK220PC/MK230PC/MK318PC/MK330PC/MK220D/MK315D/MK330D
AWG Size
16
16
12
MK460PC
AWG Size
14
12
10
