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h) Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to
supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor
application. Do not use 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.
i) NEVER charge a frozen battery.
j) CAUTION WHEN STORING: Pinch/Crush Hazard. Close lid slowly. Ensure
battery cables are properly enclosed within cabinet before closing lid.
11. PREPARING TO CHARGE
a) Remove battery from vehicle to charge. Always remove grounded terminal
from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to
cause an arc.
b) Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged.
Gas can be forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other
nonmetallic material as a fan.
c) Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact
with eyes.
d) Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by
battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill.
For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging
instructions.
e) Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not
removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
f) Determine voltage of battery and make sure it matches the output rating of
the battery charger.
12. CHARGER LOCATION
a) Locate charger as far away from battery as dc cables permit.
b) Never place charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery
